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Is It Safe to Travel to Turkey? Everything You Need to Know Right Now
Turkey has long been a holiday favourite among sun-starved Brits. More than 60 million travellers landed in 2024, cementing Turkey’s status as one of the world’s most in-demand hotspots. Whether it’s bazaar-hopping and aimless wandering through Istanbul’s storied streets…
— Condé Nast Traveller
Chile Entry Requirement For Americans: The Easy Guide
Planning a trip to experience the wonders of Chile? If you're a U.S. citizen, understanding the Chile entry requirements for Americans is the essential first step. This guide provides the crucial information you need in straightforward, easy-to-understand language, ensuring you're…
— Travel Off Path
Which of the Hawaiian Islands Is Best for You?
Each of the six main visitable islands in Hawaii is a compelling destination. Lush Kaua‘i can be a welcome retreat, O‘ahu is crowded with impressive hiking routes and landmarks, and Maui's nightlight buzzes. Add in isolated Moloka‘i, luxe Lana‘i and the ever-growing Big Island…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Why You Should Explore Morrocco By Bike, A Great Active Travel Vacation
Leisure travel and tourism have been booming in recent years, and ever since the pandemic, travelers have been seeking new, more exotic destinations, some of which have become red hot. Morocco is one of these, with a record 17.4 million international tourists last year, the most…
— Forbes
I Fell Hard for "Soft Adventure" in Montana (Literally)
For weeks after I got back from western Montana, I was reminded of the pristine pine forests and glimmering snow-capped mountains every time I went to squat. At least once each of the four days I spent at the Ranch at Rock Creek I'd fallen on my tailbone: while learning to…
— POPSUGAR
Fyre Festival 2, Allegedly ‘Real,’ Moves to Another Part of Mexico
Eight years, two documentaries and one prison sentence later, Fyre Festival promoter Billy McFarland is back. McFarland appeared on the “Today” show Feb. 24 to announce details for a follow-up to the infamous 2017 event in which concertgoers arrived in the Bahamas to find no music…
— The Washington Post
Cruise
This Lesser-Known Region of French Polynesia Is Best Explored on the Most Unexpected Cruise Ship
As we sat on one of the back decks of Aranui 5, enjoying a nightcap after a festive night of Polynesian food and entertainment, a fellow guest rushed up to our table. “Come down below. You’ve got to see this.” We followed her down to a crew area where you could see giant manta…
— Afar
What to Know About US River Cruising
One of the things I love about river cruising is the idea of unpacking once and letting the captain take it from there as we explore a variety of destinations. When many people think of river cruises, they imagine the highly popular river cruises in Europe. However, there are actually…
— USA Today
Transportation
A Journey on South Africa's Blue Train
Chaos surrounded us. Informal porters rolling luggage carts zigzagged between cars. Commuters spilled from the bus terminal onto the sidewalk, where they sat on suitcases and duffel bags. Minibus taxis zoomed through the congestion, pedestrians be damned. Our car…
— New York Times
Delta Adds a New Flight to Kona, Hawaii
The beaches of Hawaii are calling to you this winter, with extra flights to the islands on the way. Delta Airlines announced new and expanded routes to Hawaii that will run during the winter months. Beginning December 19 and running through March 28, a new nonstop service from…
— Travel+Leisure
American Airlines to Launch Service From Dallas to Kona, Hawaii
Hawaii's Big Island may be the next airline network planner battleground. American Airlines filed plans over the weekend to relaunch service between Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) beginning Nov. 20, as…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
10 of the Best Hotels in the Cotswolds, England’s Rural Getaway
The Cotswolds fulfils every picture of rural England you might care to conjure. Pretty villages of ancient stone houses curl around country lanes, with low hills rolling between. Handsome market towns brim with antique shops and coaching inns. Sweeping over six counties in the…
— National Geographic
IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs First Garner Hotels in Scotland
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the signing of the 195-room Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh, marking the brand's debut in Scotland. Expected to open in the second half of 2025, the hotel, which is part of Palm Holdings, is…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
Canada Updates US Travel Guidance, Adds Registration Rule
Canada updated its travel guidance to include a registration rule for visitors to the U.S. Canadians who stay in America for more than 30 days have to register with the U.S. government according to the guidance, which was modified on Friday. The rule also applies to other foreign…
— USA Today
Travel + Leisure's World's Best Summit Is Back–Here's How to Get Tickets
We know you all love travel just as much as we do. That's why, this summer, we'd like to invite you to come to hang out with us for two days of talks about our favorite shared topic. On July 15 and July 16, Travel + Leisure is hosting its second annual World’s Best Summit. Once…
— Travel+Leisure
The European Nation Where Horses Roam Free
Once considered a nuisance, herds of semi-wild horses roaming the countryside in Bosnia-Herzegovina are now drawing tourists. The rock-strewn valleys and rugged mountains of western Bosnia and Herzegovina conceal an elusive and extraordinary sight: herds of semi-wild…
— BBC
Today in History
The Slave Trade Act
The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery. The institution of slavery…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
The Travel Institute Releases Q2 Pep Talks Complimentary Learning
FRAMINGHAM, MA, March 24, 2025 – The Travel Institute announces its Q2 2025 event calendar with a continued robust list of PEP Talks—complimentary, expert learning events held live and online, as led by…
— Travel Research Online
Travel Advisors Reveal Why They Prefer Booking Villas Through Rental Escapes
MONTREAL – (March 21, 2025) – As the demand for luxury travel experiences continues to grow, Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals…
— Travel Research Online
Top Headlines
Silversea Launches First-Ever World Cruise from Miami
by Cheryl Rosen
Monday March 24, 2025
 Silversea has opened sales for its 2028 world cruise—and moved the departure to Miami for the first time.
The 132-day Silver Shadow World Cruise 2028 – An Ode to the Moment will sail from Florida on January 5, 2028, and arrive in Nice, France, on May 16.
On the way, it will sail south to Cartagena with Caribbean stops in Willemstad, Jost Van Dyke, Gustavia and Kralendijk. Then it will head south along the Pacific coast of South America, cross the Panama Canal, visit Lima, circle Cape Horn, and sail through the Chilean Fjords to Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, where guests will have front-box seating at Carnaval…
— Travel Research Online
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