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My Perfect Singapore: An Afar Editor Shares Her Favorite Hometown Haunts
I was born and raised in Singapore, and over the years I’ve watched it grow and change—with more and more international travelers discovering its charms. Most people know about Singapore’s food and malls, but to me, this city is about so much more. Here are my personal…
— Afar
Americans Will Need A Digital Entry Form Traveling To This Asian Country Starting October
Jumping on a bandwagon that's swept across the travel landscape, India is the latest to announce it will introduce digital entry forms as part of their mandatory border procedures. As reported by VisasNews, one of the leading and most reliable sources on entry requirements worldwide…
— Travel Off Path
The Remote Isle Where Pygmy Hippos Roam
The journey to Sierra Leone’s first Unesco World Heritage Site is an intrepid one. From the capital, Freetown, travellers trace 240km of tarmac highway before bumping along hours of rust-red, potholed roads to the banks of the Moa River. From there, a dugout canoe ferries them to…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
The Grand Canyon's North Rim Is Partially Reopening Today After Summer’s Wildfires—Including These Stunning Viewpoints
When a wildfire swept across the North Rim of the Grand Canyon in July 2025, it made national headlines. Not only was it one of the largest wildfires in the U.S. that season, but it also impacted a place beloved by travelers from around the world: Grand Canyon National Park…
— Travel+Leisure
6 of the Best Hikes to Take This Winter in the USA
Days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air, which can only mean one thing – peak hiking season is almost here. Sure, many would say spring and summer are the top times for hitting the trails. But take a look below at the best cold-weather hiking experiences in the US…
— Lonely Planet
It's Time to Ban Harmful Elephant Tourism
ravel companies are discontinuing unethical encounters with elephants. Carnival Corporation is the latest to ditch elephant rides, bathing, and feeding. “Carnival Corporation previously sold excursions that offered direct contact experiences, mainly in Indonesia and Sri Lanka,” Emily…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
Popular Cruise Line’s ‘Fun Italian Style’ Ship is Heading to Miami
Carnival Cruise Line‘s Carnival Venezia will be saying buongiorno to Miami. The cruise line’s “fun Italian style” ship has been summering in New York since joining the fleet in 2023, but that will change when the ship heads to PortMiami as part of its 2027-2028 sailing season. The news…
— Parade
Caribbean Cruise Passengers Upset Itinerary Was Changed to Boston and Maine Due to Hurricanes
Passengers aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line ship are in port in Boston attempting to take in the sights, despite being originally bound for the Caribbean. The Norwegian Escape changed course due to Hurricane Humberto and Hurricane Imelda. Passengers say they weren't given much…
— CBS News
Transportation
Congress Just Created a New Reason to Worry About Air Travel
The government shutdown adds yet another source of stress for the nation’s already overburdened aviation system — including the more than 10,000 air traffic controllers who are already enduring long hours, chronically short staffing and the trauma of January’s mass-fatality crash in…
— Politico
Delta Air Lines Jets Collide at LaGuardia Airport. What We Know.
One person was injured when two Delta Air Lines regional jets collided while taxiing at New York's LaGuardia Airport on Oct. 1, officials said. An outbound flight and an inbound flight, which were both operated by Delta subsidiary Endeavor Air, collided at 9:58 p.m. local time on the…
— USA Today
Lodging
The Most Exciting Hotel Openings of Fall 2025
If September is the January of fashion, then what does this month mean for travel? Take a look at this fall’s most exciting hotel openings and the message is clear: we’re leveling up. From Montana to Mexico, and plenty of stops in between, a range of global brands and…
— Condé Nast Traveler
The Most Beautiful Airbnbs Across the United States
Great design doesn’t just shape a space—it sets the tone for an entire experience. The best Airbnbs across the country aren’t just places to stay; they’re masterclasses in architecture, interiors, and a sense of place. Across the great 50 states, a new wave of Airbnb properties is…
— Architectural Digest
Other and Odd
2025 Travel Noire Awards Nominees: Best Black-Owned Travel Brand
As travel evolves, so do the standards: representation, inclusion, and backing brands built for diverse travelers. Each year, the Travel Noire Awards celebrate excellence in the travel industry, with a special focus on Black-owned businesses revolutionizing how we experience the world…
— Travel Noire
Canadians With ‘X’ Passports Warned They Could Face Problems At U.S. Border
The Canadian government has updated its travel advice to warn citizens with gender-neutral passports that their documents may no longer be accepted at the U.S. border. “While the Government of Canada issues passports with a ‘X’ gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
Peanuts
On October 2, 1950, seven newspapers including the Seattle Times, the Washington Post, and the Chicago Tribune, ran the very first Peanuts comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz. The strip and its…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Rental Escapes Extends Bonus Reward for Advisors Through Month of October
Montreal – (October 1, 2025) – Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa rental company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, today announced the extension of its popular bonus offer for travel advisors, giving advisors more time to earn big rewards. Now through October 31, 2025, travel advisors can earn an Amazon gift card of up to $5,000 on all bookings made during the promotion window for travel by December 31,…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
Travel During a Shutdown
by David Cogswell
Thursday October 02, 2025
As I write this , it is Monday, September 29, and in a few hours, I will be flying out to Kenya to attend the Magical Kenya Travel Expo in Nairobi from October 1-3. I’m looking forward to it eagerly. I can’t say I am looking forward to returning to the States, mostly because it looks like there’s going to be another government shutdown, and that could wreak all sorts of havoc on travel and tourism. I hope I will be able to return.
As the New York Times reported on Sunday, “A government shutdown could disrupt travel with longer lines at the airport, national park closures and snarled itineraries.”
All this political gamesmanship and pushing for leverage, using us citizens and travelers as chips in a poker…
— Travel Research Online
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108 Years of Travel: How Collette is Reinventing Guided Touring
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
As the longest-running tour operator in North America, Collette is heading into their 108th year. The Collette Premium Experience offers travelers a level of service and unmatched tour design they can’t find anywhere else. With tours designed by in-destination experts, they’re bringing their travelers beyond the guidebook.
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
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Attracting and Selling to Generation X
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
As generational shifts begin to reshape the travel industry, Generation X is emerging as a key target audience. Have you considered adjusting your marketing strategy to focus on this important group? Join us to explore what sets Gen X apart and uncover tailored strategies to effectively market and sell unforgettable, meaningful vacations to them with the Globus family of brands.
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