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Destinations
10 Cities That Charge You to Enter – And the Surprising One That Currently Doesn't
Whether it’s an automobile spin down one of the toniest sections of California’s Highway 1 or crossing over the bridge into a medieval European town, what’s trending now are entrance fees. What do these fees cover? In most cases they’re designed to support locals who…
— Fodor's Travel
Belgium: Best Things to Do
Think of Belgium, and you might think of golden beers, decadent chocolates and fluffy waffles. And though you should – this is a land of true culinary delights – Belgium’s charms extend far beyond the realm of gastronomy. Sandwiched between some of Europe’s mightiest states, the…
— Lonely Planet
5 Reasons You Should Visit This Gorgeous U.S. State This Fall
Some people live for summer, and others can’t wait for it to end. If you’re in the second group, you’ve been eyeing your flannel shirts and waiting for pumpkin spice to drop. Guess what? Your time is now! The urge for a perfect fall getaway is real, but the thought of fighting…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Is Coming to North America: Here’s Your Guide to Tickets, Games, and Travel
Few world events can conjure the kind of widespread kinetic energy that the FIFA World Cup does. It’s not just a soccer tournament; it’s a temporary, beautiful, and utterly chaotic multicultural phenomenon. Flags are draped from balconies, people in bars spill out onto the sidewalk…
— Afar
200-Work Exhibit On ‘The Gay Harlem Renaissance’ Opens In NYC Fall 2025
An art exhibit coming to the New-York Historical Society this fall will showcase the “creativity, innovation, and resilience” of Black LGBTQ+ members during the Harlem Renaissance. The Gay Harlem Renaissance will be a 200-piece exhibit, running from October 10, 2025, through…
— Travel Noire
Celebrate BB King's 100th birthday on the Mississippi Blues Trail
The seemingly endless cotton fields and backroads between Jackson, Mississippi, and Memphis, Tennessee, still echo with the sounds of the blues music that was born here. This year, from the city of Jackson, Mississippi to the bright lights of Memphis, Tennessee, destinations all…
— BBC
Cruise
This Luxury Cruise Line Is Taking Travelers to the Geographic North Pole in 2027 in under 2 Weeks–What to Know
Luxury cruise line Ponant is making it easier to travel to the ends of the Earth with a shorter voyage that brings travelers all the way to the geographic North Pole. The new 12-night journey will launch in the summer of 2027 aboard the company's ice-breaking Le Commandant…
— Travel+Leisure
Aurora Expeditions Takes Delivery of Infinity-Class Ship Douglas Mawson
Douglas Mawson accommodates 170 guests and 102 crew and is Ice Class 1A and Polar Class 6 certified, which will enable it to operate in both warm and cold waters. Onboard features include a lecture theatre, science centre, heated outdoor pool, gym and spa, mudroom facilities…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
Alaska Orders Boeing’s Largest 787
Alaska Airlines sees more runway in its international long-haul expansion with the confirmation of a deal for the largest Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The Seattle-based carrier has converted "some" of its 787-9 backlog to the larger -10, an Alaska spokesperson confirmed…
— The Points Guy
U.S. Government Data Shows This Amtrak Route Is America's Least Popular
For decades, Amtrak has carried passengers across the country, linking major cities with smaller towns and scenic regions. Some routes are popular, attracting millions of riders each year. Others, however, haven't gained as much traction. Each year, Amtrak releases data on the…
— The Travel
Lodging
Where to Stay in Helsinki: 7 Design-Forward Hotels in the Finnish Capital
Less tourist-driven than its Scandinavian counterparts, Stockholm and Copenhagen,32 Helsinki’s appeal is the quiet kind. With architecture that blends the Brutalism and folk influences of Eastern Europe with the classicism of Western Europe, Finland is an understated design…
— Architectural Digest
I Stayed at an Adults-Only Hotel in Copenhagen. The Child-Free Environment Wasn’t Even the Best Part.
When you picture a high-end stay in Copenhagen, you might imagine a historic European space or a room inspired by the Danish concept of hygge. But those images don't apply to Manon les Suites, one of the buzziest hotels in Copenhagen. Manon les Suites, a Guldsmeden hotel…
— Business Insider
Other and Odd
How AI Traps Travelers With Surprise Fees on Cars, Flights, and Hotels
Worried about every little ding on your rental car? Do you always go into "anonymous" mode on your web browser before booking airline tickets? If you do, then you probably have AI anxiety. Travel companies are quietly deploying artificial intelligence systems, creating an…
— USA Today
These 23 Trips Are Perfect for Multigenerational Travel and Large Groups, According to T+L Travel Advisors
Multigenerational travel can be one of the most rewarding ways to explore the world, offering opportunities for grandparents, parents, and children to share experiences and create lasting memories together. But planning a trip that appeals to every age group often requires careful…
— Travel+Leisure
The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: You Deserve To See The World–Alone
There is power in packing a bag solely for yourself. Actress Tracee Ellis Ross shares this power in her series, Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross, and it is a truth that Black women have known for years. I know this firsthand as every year of my 30s, I’ve taken a solo birthday trip…
— Essence
Today in History
California Becomes a State
Settled 100 years earlier by Spain, the territory known as "Alta California" was rich in natural resources and ocean harbors. In 1846, settled by Europeans moving west, California broke away from Mexico. In 1849, miners…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette’s Exploring Greece and Its Islands
Pawtucket, RI (September 4, 2025) – Collette, a leading global tour operator, is inviting travelers to step into the Balkans with: Exploring Greece and Its Islands. This 16-day journey with departures from April through…
— Travel Research Online
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