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4 Days in Milan: A Wes Anderson–Designed Art Café, Risotto Alla Milanese, and a Must-See da Vinci
Gothic cathedrals, art deco villas, vintage yellow trams, impeccably dressed signore, bright red Negronis glinting in the sun—these are some of the most classic symbols of Milan, but there’s a whole other side to the city, one that’s contemporary, cosmopolitan, and just plain cool. As…
— Afar
Italy Travel Warning: General Strikes and Protests Set to Disrupt Travel Today and Beyond
Travellers in Italy should brace for severe disruption today, 3 October, as a nationwide general strike coincides with mass protests across the country. The 24-hour work stoppage has been called by two of Italy’s biggest unions, CGIL and USB, in response to Israel’s interception of the…
— EuroNews
Uncovering Edgar Allan Poe’s Baltimore With Top Stops for Visitors
As the godfather of gothic fiction and the inventor of the mystery genre, Edgar Allan Poe left an indelible imprint on history, influencing writers, artists, and pop culture even to this day. Known for his melancholy writing and macabre themes, Poe introduced the world to dark romanticism…
— 10Best
Tours and Activities
Find Rio’s Samba Beat on This New Urban Music Trail
In the shuffling rhythms of samba, in its defiance and energy and lust for life, lies the soul of Rio de Janeiro. Samba is heard everywhere across the city, from the terraces of the Maracanã football stadium to the popular Copacabana and Ipanema neighbourhoods, where sunseekers sip…
— National Geographic
Are National Parks Closed During the Government Shutdown?
Due to a congressional failure to pass a funding bill for the coming fiscal year, the US federal government has shut down, prompting many to ask about the state of America’s treasured national parks. On September 30, the Department of the Interior released a nine-page contingency…
— Condé Nast Traveler
5 Unique & Popular Fall Festivals in the US
Every year, the US’s most popular publications take a fine-toothed comb to the country’s top harvest and fall festivals. Given America’s love for the cozy and spooky season, there are dozens of popular fall festivals in the US to choose from. That being said, there’s a lot more to do than…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
Norovirus Outbreak Sickens Nearly 100 on Royal Caribbean Cruise
Almost 100 people came down with norovirus aboard a Royal Caribbean ship amid a 13-day voyage, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported earlier this week. The ship, Serenade of the Seas, departed from San Diego on Sept. 19. The first reports of illness were…
— New York Times
The 10 Can’t-Miss Shore Excursions to Choose on Your Alaskan Cruise
When it’s time to choose your shore excursions on your Alaskan cruise, you’re got some excellent options. Should you land on a glacier in a helicopter for the ultimate two-hour hike or paddle a kayak while spying on humpback whales? Thanks to the multiple ports of call you’ll visit on…
— Fodor's Travel
Transportation
Southwest Airlines, United And Two Other Major U.S. Carriers Lead The Way For Disruptions On Day Two Of The Government Shutdown
Even without the government shutdown, flight disruptions are to be expected during a busy month of travel in October. On the day the U.S. government shutdown was announced, delays and cancellations weren't abnormal. Among U.S. airlines, United ranked at the top for delays…
— The Travel
You Can Search Flights on American Airlines by Trip Type, Not Airport
American Airlines has quietly been rolling out a new booking tool. The new AI-powered feature allows travelers to search for flights based on the kind of trip they want to have, rather than the specific airports they want to fly to and from. “People are more and more wanting to look for…
— USA Today
Lodging
Exclusive Interview: JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo Is Officially Open With a Top-Tier Location and One of the City’s Best New Pools
Tokyo's buzzy hotel scene has a new addition: The JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo, located in Takanawa Gateway City not too far from Haneda Airport (HND) — a very exciting new option for Marriott Bonvoy loyalists in the Japanese capital city. "JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo is the very first JW…
— The Points Guy
13 Charleston Airbnbs That Offer Southern Charm in Spades
Whether you’re planning a beachside weekend or booking a food tour of the south, any of the best Charleston Airbnbs in South Carolina will greet you with the region’s signature Southern hospitality. The Lowcountry city is one of the most popular destinations in the southeast, and its…
— Architectural Digest
Other and Odd
How Real-Time Translation Could Transform Travel – And What We Might Lose
Apple's new live translation feature is a boon for travellers, but over-reliance on AI translation could make us rethink how, and why, we learn languages. For nearly five decades, a comedy sci-fi novel has made readers wish they had a fish in their ear. In Douglas Adams's The…
— BBC
U.S. Travel Forecast 2025 Projects Modest Growth but Fewer International Visitors
The U.S. Travel Association has released its updated 2025 Travel Forecast, projecting modest growth in overall spending but a notable decline in international inbound visitors. The forecast warns that the drop in overseas travel could cost the United States billions of dollars in lost revenue…
— Focus on Travel News
Eiffel Tower Shuts Down Amid Nationwide Strikes in France
Nationwide strikes in France led to the closure of the Eiffel Tower on Oct. 2. Around 85,000 demonstrators took to the streets to protest government spending cuts. As one of the most iconic and visited attractions in Paris, the Eiffel Tower announced on its website that the closure…
— USA Today
Today in History
Edgar Allan Poe
On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic, and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day, and he was dressed peculiarly in another person's clothing…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
The Magic We’ve Found On AmaWaterways Cruises (And Why We Return Every Year)
Yesterd ay, AmaWaterways sent an email that really resonated with me:
“As a past guest, you know the rivers we cruise have a way of bringing people together and creating memories that last a lifetime. This month’s stories celebrate friendships, family legacies and anniversaries made unforgettable aboard our memorable river cruises.”
My very first river cruise was with AmaWaterways, on the Mekong. I didn’t know then that those quiet mornings on deck and long dinners with strangers-turned-friends would end up shaping the way I travel. But they did. Over the years, Ama has been the setting for so many chapters, for me traveling solo, but also for the groups Ralph and I now bring along on what he calls his dream cruises…
— 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
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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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