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Destinations
North Korea Halts Tours To Border City Near China: Travel Agencies
North Korea has halted international trips to a city near its border with China, travel agencies said on Wednesday, abruptly reversing Pyongyang's recent decision to reopen its frontier to tourism after five years of isolation. North Korea shut its borders in early 2020 to prevent…
— Barron's
11 Things to Know Before Traveling to Spain
With its world-class art, energetic festivals, and a food scene that practically encourages ordering one more for the table, Spain is a place where prioritizing enjoyment reigns supreme. You’ll never get bored in Spain, either. Historic hotspots? Head to Seville. Late-night partying and…
— Fodor's Travel
This U.S. White Sand Island Is Reopening For Tourism This Spring
If you think you need a passport or won't be able to avoid Florida's crowds this spring to find your slice of white sand paradise, that's because you're unaware of a seasonal island that's reopening for tourism this spring. The Gulf is teeming with hidden gems, but very few are remote…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
The Epic Pass Is Now on Sale for the 2025-2026 Ski Season—Here's What to Know
If you’re like me and your March travel plans revolve around spring skiing, don’t let chasing powder distract you from nabbing next year’s season pass while prices remain low. For traveling skiers and snowboarders, a multi-resort pass is more affordable than purchasing daily lift…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Roller Coaster Fans Are Ready to Ride These New Record Breakers
Get ready for your heart to leap into your throat. A new wave of record-setting roller coasters opens this year at theme parks across the U.S. “I'm thrilled about the lineup,” said Derek Perry, communications director for American Coaster Enthusiasts, the world’s largest club for fans of…
— USA Today
The Ultimate Guide to Whale-Watching in Maui
Whales are some of the most spectacular animals on Earth, and to see dozens of them during peak whale-watching season in the already otherworldly beauty of the island of Maui makes it one of the best places in the world to whale watch. While whales migrate to various parts…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Cruise Industry Leaders Gather in Crete for Posidonia 2025
The Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum (PSTF 2025) is set to bring the world’s top cruise industry leaders to Heraklion, Crete, on May 6-7, 2025. Backed by the Region of Crete and the Heraklion Port Authority, this premier event will unite key decision-makers from global cruise lines…
— Focus on Travel News
Norwegian Pearl And Carnival Sunrise Ships Aid Royal Caribbean Following Horrible '80s Themed Cruise Incident
It has been a chaotic last couple of days to say the least for Royal Caribbean. They rescued 11 refugees sinking in a boat in the Gulf of Mexico just a few days ago. As if that wasn't enough, a separate sail caught a guest with the worst banned item during a routine security check in…
— The Travel
This Line Just Made Luxury Cruises More Affordable for Solo Travelers
Solo travelers with a penchant for luxury, listen up. You won't have to pay double on this cruise line to enjoy a luxury river sailing on your own. Riverside Luxury Cruises is waiving the single supplement on select suites across its entire fleet. It's the line's solution to a common problem…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
Getting to Coachella Just Got Easier and More Luxurious With Limited, Semi-private JSX Flights
Worried about getting to Coachella in style and without hassle? Beloved semi-private jet company JSX just announced that it's offering limited-time pop-up flights to the music festival this year. From April 10–14, 2025, those who want to go traipsing through the desert at the Coachella…
— Travel+Leisure
Airline Files Bankruptcy And Cancels All Flights At Airport, Leaving Travelers Stranded
An airline has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy and had to make some tough decisions. That includes canceling all of its flights to one airport. That airport would be Orland International Airport, and the airline was Silver Airways. The only problem is that the airline abruptly canceled all the…
— MSN.com
Turbulence Leaves 5 United Airlines Express Passengers Hospitalized
Five passengers were hospitalized after a United Airlines regional flight encountered turbulence and diverted to Waco, Texas, on Sunday. According to SkyWest, which was operating the flight for United Airlines, none of the injuries were life-threatening. "SkyWest flight 5690…
— USA Today
Lodging
These Pet-Friendly Hotels Offer Dog Amenities Like Robes and Fresh Meals
The first time Benji, a 5-year-old Maltese mix, checked into the NH Collection New York Madison Avenue with her owner, something seemed a bit off: The metal food and water bowls just would not do. So the staff scrambled, offering the little dog 10 different options until she found a…
— New York Times
What Is the Oldest Hotel in Massachusetts? Here’s How to Stay There
If you're planning a vacation to Massachusetts, whether it's to Boston, the Cape or the Berkshires, there are plenty of highly-regarded hotel to choose from. But if you want old New England vibes, what about picking the oldest hotel in the state? The very first hotel in Massachusetts…
— The Herald News
This Colorado Resort Just Added 25 Outdoor Riverfront Pools and a Panoramic Sauna With Rocky Mountain Views—and It Sources Water From the Deepest Hot Spring in the World
Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in a serene corner of Colorado lies the world’s deepest geothermal spring, aptly named the “Mother Spring.” While its location might be easy to miss, the steaming pools that line the river in Pagosa Springs make it impossible to overlook…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
What Are Menopause Retreats and How Do They Help?
Menopause and perimenopause were once topics shrouded in silence, leaving women to navigate the physical and emotional challenges alone. Today, thanks to trailblazers like Davina McCall, awareness has surged, with women openly sharing their experiences, healthcare professionals…
— National Geographic
Women-Only Trips Are Trending. What Does That Mean for the Future?
Eileen Jacobowitz wasn’t trying to avoid men. She was looking for an adventure, a trip to mark her daughter’s recent college graduation. But when the pair flipped through a catalog from adventure-focused tour company Backroads, a women-only hiking trip exploring Banff and the…
— Afar
State Department Warns Travelers About Drugging-Dating Scam in Brazil
The State Department and its consulate in Rio de Janeiro are warning American travelers about a scam in which criminals seduce unsuspecting visitors, drug their drinks and steal their belongings. The scam occurs year-round, but the agency expects to see predatory…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
The Boston Massacre
Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in…
— Travel Research Online
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