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Destinations
6 Amazing Alaska Vacations, No Cruising Involved
Alaska is home to 17 of North America’s tallest mountains, 30,000 square miles of glaciers, and over half of the country’s national park lands. This is where whales rise from the ocean, eagles soar past the sun, and grizzly bears lumber through the forest. The best part? There's no need…
— 10Best
Top Things to Do in the Azores
Outlandish hikes and otherworldly landscapes, verdant calderas and volcanic vines, thermal springs and theatrical cascades – the Azores are everything magical and then a little more. Simultaneously an adventurer's arcadia, an oenophile's fantasyland, a restorative utopia and an…
— Lonely Planet
July Earthquake Prediction Is Scaring Tourists Away From a Top Summer Destination
An artist’s prediction of a catastrophe has spooked tourists. A Japanese manga predicted a major earthquake in Japan this July, and the premonition is scaring off travelers, especially from Hong Kong and China. Social media posts in East Asia are warning people to cancel or delay…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Explore the Pantanal, Brazil’s Jaguar Country, in Photos
The world's largest wetland, Brazil’s Pantanal is home to around 5,000 jaguars and is the best place on earth to see the elusive cats in the wild. And at around 70,000sq miles, the UNESCO world heritage site offers plenty of wildlife encounters, too…
— National Geographic
You Can Now Spend the Night in One of Australia's Most Famous National Parks for the First Time Ever–What to Know
Formed over 500 million years ago, Uluru and its neighbor Kata Tjuta are some of Australia’s most famous natural landmarks. Now, for the first time ever, visitors can book an overnight stay inside this UNESCO World Heritage site. The Tasmanian Walking Company recently launched a…
— Travel+Leisure
‘Food Is the Thing That Grounds Them’: What Happens to Family Recipes When Home No Longer Exists?
When Ali Zaman makes Uzbeki Kabuli pulao – Afghanistan's national rice and lamb dish – he always adds a splash of toasted sesame oil to enhance the flavour. The New York City coffee-shop owner, whose roots stretch from Queens to Kabul and Maimana, is passionate about…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
New Cruises Chart a Course Through Frank Lloyd Wright Country
Victory Cruise Lines, which recently relaunched two coastal cruise ships on the Great Lakes, is partnering with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s Taliesin Institute to offer an educational series that takes a deep dive into the life, work, and influences of one of the world’s most…
— Afar
Ambassador to Turn Back the Clock With Live Aid Voyage
Ambassador Cruise Line unveiled a week-long sailing that pays tribute to Live Aid – one of the most successful concerts ever held. Called 'The Summer of '85 Revisited,' Ambition will set sail from Bristol Royal Portbury, UK, on July 13. The original Live Aid took place on July 13, 1985, to…
— Seatrade Cruise News
More Big Ship Moves: MSC Joins Cruise Lines in Orders Two More World-Class Ships
Across the cruise industry, we’ve seen Royal Caribbean rolling out big ship after big ship, with Carnival and NCL close behind. MSC announced it will be building two more World-class ships. This massive class of ship can accommodate 6774 passengers. The new vessels will launch in 2029…
— Cruise Passenger
Transportation
FAA Orders Airlines to Cut Schedules at Newark as Travel Woes Persist
The Federal Aviation Administration will limit flights at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), as travel woes at the busy New York area hub threaten to spill into the peak summer travel season. The FAA on Tuesday announced an interim order capping the number of hourly flights…
— The Points Guy
American Airlines Opens New Lounges at Philadelphia International Airport
American Airlines opens new lounges at Philadelphia International Airport just in time for the busy summer travel season. The two adjacent spaces—Flagship® Lounge and Admirals Club® Lounge—are now welcoming eligible travelers in the A-West Terminal, between gates A15 and…
— Focus on Travel News
13 Airlines With Premium Economy Seats That Are Worth the Upgrade
Flying in long-haul economy can be a form of slow torture, as you cram yourself into a too-small seat, attempt to sleep in an almost-fully upright position, and work to dodge the elbows of the passenger sitting next to you. And yet, most fliers—unable to afford the lavishness of…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
7 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Bahamas, According to a Travel Expert
Boasting more than 700 islands and cays, the Bahamas has long been a favorite escape for honeymooners, families and sun-seekers drawn to its sugar-soft sands and sparkling turquoise waters. And when you’re ready for total relaxation without the hassle of credit card fees, currency…
— Parade Magazine
Glamping Like Royalty: The Best Luxury Safari Camps In Africa
The African safari experience has evolved dramatically from its early days of rugged canvas tents and basic amenities to become the epitome of luxury travel. Today’s safari enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the wild beauty of Africa while enjoying comfort. A luxury safari offers…
— Travel Noire
Spain Orders Airbnb To Take Down Nearly 66,000 Listings To Slow Down Housing Crisis, How Can Tourists Help?
In an official statement released on Monday, May 19, the Spanish Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs, and the 2030 Agenda ordered Airbnb to remove almost 66,000 listings from its website. Rental properties were deemed illegal for various reasons, though the leading cause…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
Your Summer Vacation Could Cost Less This Year. Here’s Why.
Taking a summer vacation is one of life’s greatest joys, but paying for it definitely isn’t. If you’re among the many Americans trying to keep a lid on spending over worries about the economy, it may come as a relief that travel costs are largely flat and in some cases even lower than…
— Barron's
Military Member Arrested After Bomb Threat at San Diego International Airport
Authorities arrested a member of the military after a bomb threat disrupted a Hawaiian Airlines flight on May 20, prompting an evacuation just before the plane's takeoff at San Diego International Airport. John Stea, 35, was charged with making a false bomb threat and false report of a…
— USA Today
Where to Expect Crowds and Delays From Memorial Day Through Summer
Welcome to summer, when everyone and their uncle tries to get out and see new corners of the country or explore new parts of the world.
And sometimes, unfortunately, that uncle isn’t the most seasoned globe-trotter. “Travel volume is significantly up in the summer, but especially…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
The Founding of the American Red Cross
On this day in 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. A schoolteacher during the American Civil War, Barton traveled to Europe and while there saw the work of the International Red Cross during the Franco…
— Travel Research Online
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