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Destinations
Island-Wide Power Outage Strikes Puerto Rico During Busy Tourist Holiday Week: Plunging 1.4 Million People Into Darkness
The self-governing Caribbean archipelago of Puerto Rico is once again in the headlines after an island-wide power outage plunged 1.4 million people into darkness on Wednesday afternoon, according to Hugo Sorrentini, spokesman for Luma Energy, as accommodations, restaurants…
— The Travel
Plan the Perfect Colorado Road Trip From Denver to Glenwood Springs
Embark on an unforgettable Colorado road trip along the iconic I-70 corridor, where alpine adventure meets small-town charm at every turn. This Colorado itinerary begins in Denver and winds west through the heart of the Rockies, with stops in historic mining towns, lakeside villages…
— 10Best
Tours and Activities
A First-Time Guide to Yellowstone National Park
America’s oldest national park, Yellowstone, has captivated visitors since the 1870s. Lofty mountain peaks, thundering waterfalls and abundant wildlife are all big draws of this 3471-square-mile park, but even more extraordinary are Yellowstone’s geothermal features. This is the land of…
— Lonely Planet
The Oldest & Most Delicious Creole Restaurants in New Orleans
Though the focus is often on boozy drinks and great jazz, NOLA is also a culinary powerhouse. The city is home to classic Cajun, Creole, and Southern cooking—and its restaurants are some of the oldest in the country. In fact, two Creole restaurants listed below rank in the top three…
— Travel Awaits
‘I Don’t Blame You’: U.S. Tourism Hot Spots Mourn Canadian Travel Cancellations
For as long as Matt Levy has been running Spread Love Tours in New York City, he could always rely on Canadians to bring him business. "I can tell you, 30 to 50 per cent of the tours that my company gives are for Canadian high school groups," Levy recently said, moments before giving…
— CBC News
Cruise
This Cruise Ship Yacht Club Offers Private Hot Tubs, 24-Hour Butlers
MSCCruises’ newest megaship is so big it has another vessel inside it – sort of. MSC Yacht Club, a luxe area only accessible by keycard with its own accommodations and amenities, spans seven decks on board MSC World America. The line’s new U.S. flagship – designed with American…
— USA Today
New Dining and Lounge Spaces Aboard Windstar's Star Seeker
Windstar Cruises today unveiled a preview of the interior design for Star Seeker‘s dining and lounge venues, the yacht’s social hubs. The first Star Class new build is set to embark on its maiden voyage in December 2025, followed by a christening celebration in Miami on January 15…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
SAS Reintroduces Business Class to European Flights This Fall
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will reintroduce European business class to flights within Europe this fall. Business class will be offered on all international flights within Europe, including flights between Scandinavian countries, starting October 1. Flights will be available for sale starting…
— Fodor's Travel
What Travelers Need to Know About Aviation Start-Up Global Airlines
One of the most ambitious new airlines to launch in decades is poised to take flight. The much-anticipated Global Airlines, which has built its brand around elevated customer service and upgraded in-flight comfort on Airbus A380 aircrafts, is planning to operate two round-trip flights…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
Beyond the Buffet: Why All-Inclusive Resorts Are Sending Guests Off Site
When international travel resumed following the easing of Covid-19-related restrictions in 2022, Gregor Nassief, owner of Dominica's Fort Young Hotel and Dive Resort, was preparing for what many were calling the era of "revenge travel". With demand surging for all-inclusive holidays, he…
— BBC
Hyatt Is Offering up to 40% off All-Inclusive Stays – And Throwing in Some Extra Surprises
There are few better ways to save money on a vacation than booking an all-inclusive resort, whether you opt to use cash or points. At these types of resorts, for the most part, all your food and drinks are included, as well as plenty of activities to keep you entertained (like the world's…
— The Points Guy
The 100 Best New Hotels of the Year
To find the hotels worth traveling for this year, Travel + Leisure sent 64 reporters to vet new and renovated properties in 44 countries. We stayed at top-tier resorts from big-name brands, independently owned boutique hotels that are redefining city neighborhoods, and even a…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
This Popular Italian Town Will Fine You $2,800 for a Banned Fashion Faux Pas
If you plan to visit Italy’s Cinque Terre this summer, know that you're in for a treat. The colorful community is popular for a reason—it's downright gorgeous. The pastel buildings that sit along the cliff's edge are met by the azure waters of the Ligurian Sea, making for a truly…
— Travel+Leisure
I Was Nervous for My 15-Year-Old Autistic Daughter to Fly Alone for the First Time, But She Proved Me Wrong
We all know flying isn’t easy these days. But flying as a minor? By yourself? When you’re neurodivergent? It makes Snakes on a Plane seem like a stroll in the park. So imagine my anxiety last year when Sage, my autistic 15-year-old daughter, needed to fly by herself from school in…
— Afar
The 10 Most Pet-Friendly States in America
More and more Americans are bringing their pets along for the ride—whether on a weekend getaway, a cross-country road trip, or just a night out. But depending on where you go, you might find a very different welcome for your favorite travel companion. To find out which parts of the…
— Quartz
Today in History
The Bay of Pigs Invasion
On April 17, 1961, US-backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to overthrow Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration withdrew its planned air…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
African Adventure Specialists Launches Marketing Campaign for North America
by David Cogswell
Thursday April 17, 2025
Though each reg ion of Africa has its own unique character, landscapes and wildlife, when it comes to safaris, the area of East Africa is considered by many to be the real jewel in the crown. Winston Churchill called Uganda “the Pearl of Africa” in his memoir of “My African Journey” and the name stuck because it resonates with so many people as being true.
That part of Africa runs along the equator, but the high altitude moderates the climate so you don’t get the equatorial oven that you might expect. The climate is mild, perfect for human habitation and comfort.
Kenya and Tanzania have the Great Migration, probably the most spectacular parade of wildlife anywhere in the world. And Rwanda and Uganda have the major primates, the…
— Travel Research Online
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