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Americans Traveling to Most of Europe Will Have Fingerprints Scanned Under New Regulations Set to Take Effect
Americans traveling to Europe will soon have their fingerprints scanned and picture taken when they arrive in countries like France, Italy and Spain under new regulations being rolled out across the continent starting next month. Those who don't provide such biometric data…
— CBS News
This Is Italy’s ‘Secret Season’ for Small Crowds, Premium Accommodations, and Rich Local Experiences
For those with flexible travel schedules, the best time to travel is often the slower seasons—the quieter months when tourism slows down. Far from being a compromise, traveling outside of high season can unlock a richer, more intimate side of a destination. For Italy , the period…
— Travel+Leisure
The 8 Best Places to Visit in Egypt
Dive the Red Sea’s crystal blue waters, stargaze amid the vastness of the desert, float down the Nile River and stand in awestruck wonder before the ruins of one of the world’s most ancient civilizations. When it comes to travel experiences, Egypt is a destination that delivers in a…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Bad Bunny’s San Juan: Best Spots for Puerto Rican Music and Dancing
There’s no doubt that this past summer belonged to Bad Bunny. Instead of touring the U.S., the Puerto Rican music superstar put on one of the most unbelievable residencies ever in Puerto Rico, playing a whopping 31 shows and pumping millions of tourism dollars into the island's…
— 10Best
Floating the Lazy Rivers of Nebraska’s Spring-Fed Water World
So the Rockies rose up, and the rivers bled out, and for roughly 15 million years, the last sandy dregs washed across the ancient savannas of north-central Nebraska, still busy with bear dogs and three-toed horses. Then the Ice Age dawned. The grass died back, the sand shook loose…
— New York Times
Cruise
8 Offers & Programs from Virgin Voyages Cruises That Seal the Deal
What makes Virgin Voyages stand out from other cruises? First, it’s adult-only. Second, its programming is heavily geared toward younger passengers—and I’m talking about how old you are at heart, not solely in years. Third, passengers don’t cover any gratuity—the cruise line…
— Travel Awaits
Royal Caribbean Announces Fifth Icon Ship, Sparking Hopes For Lower Prices
Royal Caribbean is one of the world's most popular cruise line companies. In particular, its last fleet, the Icon-class fleet, has been praised for its stunning amenities and services. Debuted in January 2024, this fleet is so popular that Royal Caribbean continues adding new ships to it…
— The Travel
Transportation
Flights in Italy Face Disruption as Nationwide Air Transport Strikes Hit On Friday
Air passengers in Italy should prepare for disruption this Friday, 26 September, as nationwide strikes are likely to affect travel plans at the start of the weekend. Walkouts have been called by the CUB Trasporti and USB unions– two of Italy’s biggest rank-and-file unions – in a dispute…
— EuroNews
American Airlines to Pay $9.6M to Passenger Who Had Stroke on Flight
Last week, a federal jury ruled that American Airlines had to pay $9.6 million in damages to a California man who suffered a stroke on a 2021 flight with the U.S. carrier. The lawsuit accused the airline of negligence by the flight crew, which resulted in the passenger being paralyzed…
— USA Today
Budget Airline Launching New Flight From U.S. To One Of Europe's Most Underrated Cities
Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday? Well, another European budget airline seems to think otherwise. Set to launch an exciting new flight to one of Europe's most underrated cities, Americans already have something to look forward to next year. And with all the craziness in the news cycle…
— Travel Off Path
Lodging
Where to Stay in Paris: 21 Hotels for Every Kind of Traveler
If anything is everlasting, it’s Paris’s allure. From world-class cultural institutions and dining to some of the planet’s most iconic landmarks, the French capital continues to draw travelers in record numbers. With so much to see and do, one question remains: Where to stay? Choosing a…
— Afar
The First Series by Marriott Hotels Are Coming to the US — Here’s Why It’s Good News
Over the last handful of years, major hotel companies have been launching new brands left and right in attempts to expand offerings for travelers. Earlier this year, we learned about Series by Marriott, described as a way to "bring strong, regionally relevant brands and hotels into…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
The Small English Town That Changed Global Travel
Two hundred years ago, Shildon in north-east England changed the way we travel forever – and its legacy shaped rail networks around the globe. "Would you just look at that?" said Niccy Hallifax, eyes smiling behind chunky designer glasses. "So much history and nostalgia – even if…
— BBC
7 Tourist Traps Only First-Time Travelers Still Fall For—And Where to Go Instead
But here’s the thing: the easiest-to-find places are also the most overdone. If you’ve ever stood shoulder to shoulder with a hundred strangers, trying to snap the same photo you’ve already seen online, you know exactly what I’m talking about. That’s the essence of a tourist trap—it…
— VegOut Magazine
Solo Travelers Were Punished With Extra Charges. That’s Changing.
Kaitlyn Rosati has visited 90 countries and all seven continents, embodying a fast-growing cohort of solo travelers who choose to go it alone. But doing so has often cost more. “That gondola ride in Venice costs 90 euros regardless of party size,” lamented Rosati, who runs…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
Sandra Day O'Connor Appointed to Supreme Court
President Ronald Reagan appointed Sandra Day O'Connor to the United States Supreme Court, the first woman to hold the position, on this day in 1981. A judge from Arizona, O'Connor was notable for her moderate political…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
KHM Travel Group Invests in Commission Automation Technology
Brunswick, Ohio [September 23, 2025] – KHM Travel Group has implemented a bi-weekly automation for unclaimed commission notifications that has helped link 10,000 bookings so far this year. Since its launch on…
— Travel Research Online
The Travel Institute’s Q4 PEP Talks Schedule Available
FRAMINGHAM, MA, September 23, 2025 – The Travel Institute announces its Q4 2025 event calendar with a continued robust list of PEP Talks—complimentary, expert learning events held live and online, as led by…
— Travel Research Online
Crossings
Burgundy, France, in Slow Motion: Aboard European Waterways’ L’Impressionniste
by Cindy-Lou Dale
Sunday September 21, 2025
Burgund y isn’t just a place - it’s a feeling, a flavour, and a memory in the making.
For travellers seeking a week where time slows to walking pace, European Waterways’ L’Impressionniste offers a six-night voyage through the heart of Burgundy’s wine country, gliding from Escommes to Fleurey-sur-Ouche along the tranquil Canal de Bourgogne. This intimate, all-inclusive river cruise pairs immersive cultural excursions with gourmet dining, creating a product travel professionals can confidently recommend to discerning clients…
— Travel Research Online
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