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Tuesday April 01, 2025

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Destinations

This Caribbean Island Just Got a Level 3 U.S. Travel Advisory–Here's What It Means for Travelers
To many, the Caribbean is seen as a tropical escape—a place of sun, sand, and relaxation. But that perception is sometimes challenged by travel advisories that warn of increased violence or gang activity. The dual-island Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago is the latest to see…

Bali Wants Tourists—But It Wants Them to Behave
Thanks to its gorgeous beaches, world-famous hotels, and strong cultural identity, the Indonesian island of Bali attracts millions of curious tourists every year—and visitor numbers only continue to rise. However, as with any destination, laws and local customs need to be respected…

Move Over San Diego! These 3 Coastal Towns Have Postcard Beaches & No Crowds
As I've already driven around San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles this spring, I couldn't help but notice hundreds of Arizona license plates invading our roadways. And that means one thing — the unofficial kickoff to tourism season. Woo. Californians love where they live…

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Tours and Activities

9 Must-See Adobe Structures in New Mexico
Adobe is one of the US’s most recognizable structures—and a defining characteristic of the Southwest. Adobe comes from humble, earthen mudbricks, which are one of the earliest building materials used by humans. Despite their ancient status, they’re still used to create structures…

8 Best Things to Do in Hakone, Japan
Spilling inland from the coast southwest of Tokyo, Hakone serves up unreal scenery on all sides. The vermilion torii gate of the Hakone-jinja shrine seems to levitate out of Ashi-no-ko, a scenic lake born of a volcano. In the volcanic Ōwakudani valley, sulfurous steam gushes into the…

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Cruise

What’s New on NCL’s Newest Cruise Ship
On a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line earlier this month, I watched the waves crash off the coast of Brest, France. Sitting in a plush chair in a corner of the Penrose Atrium on the line’s newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, I snagged what felt like a prime spot even on a busy morning…

I Braved the Cold on an Amawaterways’ Danube River Cruise in February – And It Was Totally Worth It
The parking lot at Melk Abbey — a baroque-style abbey in a former castle and a UNESCO World Heritage Site — was completely empty when our bus pulled in. The wide-open inner courtyard was not packed with other tour groups. It wasn't noisy with the babble of multiple guides…

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Transportation

Plane Headed For Minneapolis Crashes Into Home, Killing Pilot
A plane crash in Minnesota resulted in a fatal outcome and property damage. The tragic incident unfolded in the suburban Minneapolis area of Brooklyn Park on Saturday, March 29, 2025. At around 12:20 p.m, the single-engine turboprop plane, identified as a Socata TBM 700…

This U.S. Airline Just Teased a Europe Expansion, According to Its CEO
A European getaway could soon be easier from the West Coast. Alaska Airlines executives have recently confirmed the airline plans to expand into Europe within the next two years. “Europe is definitely on the radar for 2026,” Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said in a recent industry…

Popular High-Speed Trains Between France and Italy Resume Routes After 19 Month Interruption
Parisians and Italians are celebrating in unison today after rail services for the popular, high-speed trains between Paris and Milan resumed their routes on Monday, March 31st, and today, April 1st, after a 19-month interruption. The resumption of rail services with TGV, France’s…

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Lodging

These Are the 11 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
Las Vegas has evolved beyond its Sin City reputation, and today it’s a destination that truly offers something for everyone. In other words, you don’t have to be a gambler or a “Vegas person” to have a blast. Prefer to geek out over food and drinks? The city has you covered. Enjoy live…

IHG Is Opening a New Vignette Collection Hotel in Sicily This Year
IHG Hotels & Resorts is embracing la dolce vita with a new property that overlooks the sea on the Italian island of Sicily. With plans to open in the second half of 2025, the 43-room Costa Irminia Retreat & Spa, Vignette Collection will feature a pair of swimming pools and a private…

These Unique Airbnbs Around the World Are Truly Sights to Behold
Travel is an opportunity to explore new places, experience new cultures, and create lifelong memories—which won’t be a stretch if your vacation destination is any of these unique Airbnbs where the accommodation is the destination. After all, why post up in a hotel room…

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Other and Odd

‘A Hostile State’: Why Some Travellers Are Avoiding the US
As President Donald Trump implements sweeping new policies, issues tariffs on longtime allies and leads an immigration crackdown, some international travellers are rethinking their travel plans to the US. The nation's stricter border enforcement has recently led to the detention of…

Why These Disaster-Struck Destinations Need Visitors Now
Soon after wildfires leveled much of the oceanfront property in Lahaina, Maui, in August of 2023, officials asked visitors to avoid nonessential travel to the island. They then quickly clarified that visitors should only avoid West Maui, the area immediately impacted by…

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Today in History

Apple Computer Is Founded
No, fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit. The first Apples were hand-built by Steve…

Press Releases of Interest

Collette’s Exclusive Spring Air Offer: Travel the World in 2025
Pawtucket, RI (March 31, 2025) – Collette announces the launch of its Spring Air offer. Travelers can save up to 50%* when they book their airfare with Collette for a limited time. Offer code TAKEOFF50 must be used at the…

Soundings

There’s More to Las Vegas than Casinos…
by Michael Schuman
Monday March 31, 2025

Casinos?

Ca’seen them.

Yes, the megalith casinos keep getting bigger and bigger and they will likely always be the top draw for Vegas visitors. But when you are suffering from casino fatigue and can't take even one minute more of the atmosphere of smoke, sweat, and desperation, take a look inside any of three museums that cry out "Vegas" but have nothing - okay, let's say little - to do with…

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