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Destinations
Move Over Rome! This Underrated Italian Beach City Has Less Crowds
Ah, Rome… with its narrow alleys lined by centuries-old buildings, ancient monuments that have stood the test of time, and an enviable collection of churches so grand they seem to hover just shy of the divine. Few cities can compare, and it would undoubtedly be the perfect…
— Travel Off Path
The Surprising Florida Refuge Where Sea Turtles Love to Nest
From a lookout point over the dunes of Melbourne Beach, Florida, I gazed out into the Atlantic Ocean and immediately saw a pair of green sea turtles in the water near the shore. Another popped into view; then another. I counted five pairs within a couple of minutes. On the beach, a…
— BBC
Maui Fire Ravages 330 Acres Of Hawaiian Homestead Lands, Forcing Evacuations
A fast-moving brush fire tore through the Kahikinui region of Maui on Sunday, June 15, 2025. According to Maui Now, the fire scorched 330 acres of Hawaiian homestead lands and prompted emergency evacuations of about 50 residents. The blaze, first reported at 9:54 a.m., spread…
— Travel Noire
Tours and Activities
This Is the Best Hiking City in the U.S.–and It's Not Denver or Portland
Cities aren’t typically considered top destinations for hiking, but the best hikes aren’t necessarily always in the backcountry. In fact, sometimes you can catch the most thrilling views from the densest of urban landscapes, and take in stunning landscapes and cityscapes at the same time…
— Travel+Leisure
14 Best Tours in Chicago: Booze, Doughnuts, & Architecture
Though not as large or notorious as coastal hubs like Los Angeles and New York City, Chicago is undoubtedly one of America’s greatest cities. From its historical impact to its modern outlook, there’s something for everyone. I’m talking stunning architecture, delicious eats, music and art…
— Travel Awaits
The 8 Best Beaches in Romania
For many visitors to Romania, the country’s 245-km (152-mile) stretch of Black Sea coastline almost feels like an afterthought. Most people visit the country for the mountains and mystery of Transylvania (and these don’t disappoint). If you want beaches, the conventional wisdom goes…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Should I Book a Shore Excursions With the Cruise or Go Independent?
“What do you want to do when we’re in Roatán?” my sister asked. Fourteen of us were traveling together on a Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) trip from New Orleans, with a stop in Roatán, Honduras. At first, we considered booking excursions through the cruise line. I had done that on…
— USA Today
"No Communication Whatsoever": Celebrity Cruise Passengers Left Hanging After Ship Broke Loose From Crowded Port
A bustling cruise port in Alaska's high tourist season, clashing with a stormy day, is the one time port staff and ship crew hope that nothing will go wrong. However, in Juneau, which recently launched a public vote to limit cruise tourism (that ultimately didn't pass after failing to gather…
— The Travel
Transportation
Transatlantic Airfares Slump as Western Europeans Skip US Travel
Airfares from Europe to the United States have dropped to rates not seen since before the pandemic, as travelers from Western Europe lead a pullback in travel to the U.S. that is expected to continue through at least July. Overseas arrivals to the United States fell 2.8% in May from a…
— Reuters
JetBlue To Reduce Flights, Cut Costs in Response to Weak Travel Demand
JetBlue Airways is planning new cost-cutting measures such as reducing flights and parking aircraft, as soft travel demand makes achieving a breakeven operating margin in 2025 "unlikely", according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. The carrier will also look to wind down…
— USA Today
Delta Passengers Can Book a ‘Last Mile’ Private Jet Charter to Europe This Summer
For most travelers, flying to Europe's summer hot spots like the South of France, Amalfi Coast, or Greek Islands requires a lengthy, multi-stop journey: The transatlantic flight takes a day of travel in itself, and then you have to factor in layovers, hours spent at the airport, and final-leg…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
Hyatt Acquires Playa Hotels to Boost All-Inclusive Portfolio
Hyatt acquires Playa Hotels to boost all-inclusive portfolio in a move that cements its position as a leader in luxury beachfront hospitality across Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica. With the acquisition finalized, Hyatt takes ownership and control of 15 resorts previously…
— Focus on Travel News
Clinging to the Cliffs of South Africa's Forgotten Mountains, This Six-Suite Lodge Redefines the Safari Stay
Tucked into a little-visited ridge in South Africa’s biodiverse Limpopo province, Few & Far Luvhondo offers a front-row seat to loping giraffes and far-reaching views of the Soutpansberg Mountains. Encircled by baobabs, the lodge is home to six solar-powered suites and has a grand…
— Afar
Other and Odd
After Race Across the World, Could Orienteering Be the Next Travel Trend?
Land in an unfamiliar country and race from checkpoint to checkpoint with no phone, no flights and limited funds. This is the premise of the BBC’s Race Across the World, now in its fifth season and achieving record-breaking viewing figures for the BBC. It’s orienteering on a grand…
— National Geographic
Protests in Europe Target Mass Tourism With Squirt Guns and Roller Bags
The squirt guns returned to the streets of Barcelona, Spain, on Sunday as thousands gathered for long-planned protests against mass tourism in cities across southern Europe. In Genoa, Italy, demonstrators rolled suitcases down the city center’s narrow paved streets, as part of what…
— New York Times
The U.S. Is Trying to Get Canadian Travelers Back With Discount Pricing
American states are offering exclusive deals for Canadians in an effort to win back tourists who have stayed away this year. Tensions flared after President Trump’s claim about making Canada the 51st state, and further escalated with ongoing tariff negotiations, leading to boycotts…
— Fodor's Travel
Today in History
Their Finest Hour
On June 18, 1940, Sir Winston Churchill stood before the House of Commons. Only slightly more than a month earlier, he had become Prime Minister of Britain. It was the first year of World War II. The Battle of France…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Ushering in a New Era of Luxury Travel with American Stories Travel: Leading DMC Beyond Times Square Announces Rebrand
New York, NY | June 5, 2025 – Beyond Times Square is proud to announce its evolution into American Stories Travel—a rebrand that signals an exciting new chapter in luxury travel across America. With a 30-year legacy of…
— Travel Research Online
Agent Perspectives
FyndTravel Founder Lisa Watson Honored with 2025 ASTA Partner Medal of Excellence
by Joey DeLoach
Wednesday June 18, 2025
In an industry  often defined by legacy names and large-scale operations, one small business is making an impression. Lisa Watson, founder and owner of FyndTravel, has been awarded the 2025 ASTA Partner Medal of Excellence—one of the highest honors given by the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). What makes this moment especially powerful? The award was entirely driven by a 100% write-in vote from travel advisors across the country.
The recognition places Watson in esteemed company, standing alongside global brands like Delta Air Lines, Royal Caribbean, AmaWaterways, and Marriott International. For a solo entrepreneur with no corporate backing, it’s a remarkable leap—and a powerful vote from the advisor community that independent voices matter.
— Travel Research Online
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