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Destinations
My Travels in Trump’s Florida: MAGA Superstars, Gen Z Republicans – And the Shame of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
The mezzanine floor of the Tampa Convention Center buzzes chaotically with rightwing chatter: conspiracy theories, grievance politics and Christian nationalism. Look in any direction and someone in front of you, washed in sharp studio lights, is drawing a crowd and creating…
— The Guardian
This Mediterranean Country Could Join The European Union Affecting All Travelers
It's been an exceedingly-long minute since you read a headline line this, but the moment has come. After 12 years, the European Union is gearing up to enlarge once more, and this time, it's the paradisaical Montenegro being invited to join the club: A small nation on the shores of…
— Travel Off Path
The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Mexico
Mexico's beauty goes far beyond the resort strips and tourist hotspots that dominate most vacation itineraries. From surreal sculpture gardens hidden in cloud forests to crystal-clear lagoons that seem too blue to be real, this vast country rewards travelers who venture off the beaten…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
For a Short Time, You Can Visit This Utah Mighty Five National Park Without a Reservation
In recent summers, visitors eager to see the towering red rock arches and sculpted canyons of one of the United States’ most iconic landscapes were met with the same question: Did you get a reservation? Since 2022, Arches National Park has required timed-entry permits for vehicles…
— Afar
New Zealand Introduces New Tourists-Only Fees for Natural Landmarks
If you’ve been keeping track of hiked tourist fees and prices, you’ve had a busy year. Off the top of my head, I can list a few new charges that tourists heading to popular destinations will face. There’s the UK’s new flat ETA fee for all tourists entering the country. Then, there’s the new…
— Travel Awaits
Surprising Florida Beach City Revealed As The Top Alternative To Miami
There's no denying Miami is a powerhouse. Beaming with unmatched culture, scenic beaches, a nocturnal party scene, and ritzy stays, it's not rocket science to figure out why it's such a popular vacation spot. That being said, Miami isn't for everyone. I, for one, am not a huge fan. As…
— Travel Off Path
Cruise
NCL Adding Adults-Only Beach Club to Two Ships
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that they will be adding their adults-only Vibe Beach Club to two cruise ships this fall. The Vibe Beach Club will be added to Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Pearl when the ships go into dry dock this fall. The Vibe Beach Club will replace the…
— Cruise Fever
Celebrity Cruises’ 2027-28 Has Rich Europe Content, Alaska, Japan
Celebrity Cruises' 2027 to early 2028 season offers more than 175 sailings to over 180 destinations in Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, Japan, Canada/New England and Bermuda. Highlights include Celebrity Xcel's return to Europe for a second Mediterranean season, an extended Alaska…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
This Airline for Dogs (and Their Humans) Is Expanding Flights Across the U.S. and Europe
A "dog-first" airline is soaring to new heights, expanding its routes as it celebrates carrying over 1,000 dogs (and their owners) more than a year after it launched. Bark Air first got its start in May 2024 with service from the New York area to Los Angeles and London. Since then, the…
— Travel+Leisure
'Mayday': Engine Failure Causes United Airlines Flight To Return To D.C. Airport
On July 25, United Airlines Flight 108 made an emergency return to its departure site, Washington Dulles International Airport, after experiencing a suspected engine failure. The flight took off at around 8 p.m. on a Boeing 787 with 219 passengers and 11 United crew…
— Travel Noire
The Rules for Watching R-Rated Movies on a Flight
Fliers live in a golden age of multimedia options, with dozens of movies and TV shows offered by most airlines. But with that choice comes potential tension between people who feel they should do what they’d like in the seat they paid for and those who find the images on their…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
Want a Different Kind of Work Trip? Try a Robot Hotel
Upon arrival at Japan’s Henn na Hotel, you are greeted by a pair of receptionists nodding from behind the front desk as you check in at a tablet. A quiet grace emanates from their serene smiles, confident gaze, and perfect porcelain skin. Say “good evening,” and they may blink…
— WIRED
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Milpitas Silicon Valley Debuts Renovation
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Milpitas Silicon Valley, located at 1428 Falcon Drive, is welcoming guests with a fresh new look. The hotel's 142 suites have been upgraded with new carpeting and paint, as well as enhanced furnishings, light fixtures and soft goods. The reimagined public…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
The Business Traveler of Today is Changing—and So Is Their Flight Map
“Most of my work starts in Lagos, but it doesn’t stay there for long,” says Anita Ashiru. She’s one of the sole production designers working in Nigeria, where her team builds multi-scale sets and stage designs for the country’s booming Afrobeats industry. Requests often come at a whim…
— Condé Nast Traveler
New Visit California Hub Makes Travel Easier for Tourists With Disabilities
Visit California introduced an online hub with tips and guidance for accessible travel across the state. The hub, which launched on Aug. 5, encourages disabled travelers and others who might need special accommodations to take advantage of all the Golden State has to offer…
— USA Today
Italian Farmers Are Charging Tourists to Walk TikTok-Famous Trail
Another destination is reaching its breaking point with tourists. The Dolomites in Italy have gained immense fame on social media, prompting thousands to flock there for the perfect photo of the cliffs. On one day last week, approximately 8,000 visitors arrived to walk a trail…
— Fodor's Travel
Today in History
The Bombing of Hiroshima
On August 6, 1945, the crew of the American B-29 bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. An estimated 80,000 people died either immediately or shortly thereafter. By year's end, that…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
The Travel Institute’s Diane Petras to Retire at Year’s End
FRAMINGHAM, MA, August 5, 2025 –Diane Petras, CTIE, president of The Travel Institute, is retiring at year’s end after a nearly 40-year career in the travel industry, including overseeing the non-profit education leader for…
— Travel Research Online
Katie Malone Joins Aurora Expeditions as Chief Marketing Officer
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (August 5, 2025) – Aurora Expeditions has appointed Katie Malone as Chief Marketing Officer. Based in Sydney, Malone will lead the company’s global marketing strategy, with a focus on…
— Travel Research Online
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