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Destinations
Why York, England, May Be the Most Haunted City in the World
Walking through the streets of York, England, feels a bit like traveling back in time. In one afternoon, you can walk among Roman ruins, check out the relics of Viking settlements, and stroll cobbled lanes with crooked medieval buildings. History comes alive in its Gothic cathedrals…
— National Geographic
Thailand Enters a Year of Mourning After the Death of Its Queen Mother—Here’s What Travelers Should Know, According to an Expert
The country of Thailand has entered a nationwide year-long period of mourning out of respect for the recent passing of the country's queen mother, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. The queen mother died last week at the age of 93 after years battling illnesses, Reuters reported. Following…
— Travel+Leisure
5 Reasons I Can’t Wait to Visit Burlington, Vermont (& Shelburne) Again
I recently went on an autumn adventure with stops in Montreal, Quebec, and Burlington, Vermont. After a few days of uncovering hidden gems in Mile End and Montreal’s Old Port (see: fantasy-romance bookstores, delicious bagels, and photography expos), I headed down to Burlington…
— Travel Awaits
Tours and Activities
7 Winter Family Vacation Ideas to Shake Up Your Holiday Routine
Winter break is one of the most looked-forward-to times of the year to take a family vacation. Not only can it offer a well-deserved respite from the cold, but depending on where you go, it can also be a less crowded time to travel than the saturated summer months. Travel experts say…
— Condé Nast Traveler
The Top 20 Hot Springs in Europe
Sliding into a bathtub after a long day is one of life’s little luxuries – but there’s nothing quite like the restorative high from a dip in a natural thermal pool. From Iceland’s renowned Blue Lagoon to ancient sulfur streams in the Pyrenees, here’s a rundown of Europe’s best hot springs…
— Lonely Planet
Interview With a Ghost: Exploring History and Hauntings in New York City
I'm in the candlelit basement of the historic Morris-Jumel Mansion, trying to convince myself that the chill in the air is from the room's enormous brick fireplace. It's an old one, much like the rest of the 260-year-old house, and large enough to step inside. I'm talking to Isaac…
— BBC
Cruise
"The Whole Ship Got Silent": Norwegian Cruise Line Issues A Statement Over Devastating Casino Incident
It has been a stressful last couple of days for Norwegian Cruise Line, turning hero, while also declaring a "code Oscar starboard" for a passenger who went overboard. As we reported last week, a man went overboard during a voyage on the Norwegian Jewel. At the time of the…
— The Travel
Carnival Cruise Line Expands Australian and New Zealand Sailings with Five Homeports for 2027/28
Carnival Cruise Line unveiled plans to sail from more homeports than ever across Australia and New Zealand in 2027/2028, reinforcing its commitment to the region and standing as the only cruise line offering year-round sailings. The cruise line, which merged with P&O Cruises…
— CruiseCritic.com
Elderly Cruise Passenger Found Dead After Being Abandoned on Tropical Island
The daughter of an elderly woman who died alone on a remote Australian island has criticized a “failure of care and common sense” after the cruise ship she had been traveling on left her behind. Suzanne Rees, 80, had been hiking on Lizard Island off the coast of Queensland with…
— NBC News
Transportation
This Airport Just Opened Two New Lounges–One With An Outdoor Terrace and Another With An Immersive Video Room
Salt Lake City International Airport just got a serious glow-up. This week, the airport unveiled its newly expanded Concourse B—an airy, light-filled space that adds 10 new gates and two highly anticipated lounges to the ever-growing terminal. It’s the latest phase in the airport’s…
— Afar
Smoking at Airports: A Major Us Airport Wants to Add a Place to Light Up
Many international airports offer spaces for smokers (and vapers) to light up inside the terminals. But, thanks to clean indoor air laws adopted over the years in many cities and states, smoking of any kind is prohibited inside most airport facilities in the U.S. Designated smoking areas…
— The Points Guy
Southwest Upsets Fliers With Allergies by Bringing Pistachios on Board
Southwest Airlines will begin serving pistachios to passengers in new premium seats next year, sparking backlash from hundreds of travelers and parents of children with tree nut allergies that can be life-threatening. Southwest revealed the snack in an Instagram post earlier…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
Find Serenity at These All-Inclusive Winter Retreats
Winter break is increasingly becoming a time when families seek to ditch holiday stress and head to a destination where the focus is on time spent together without the pressure of having to plan daily activities. Top-tier all-inclusive resorts across the country beckon these travelers…
— USA Today
Yes, Babies Belong at Five-Star Resorts. I Took My 7-Month-Old to the Four Seasons
My baby’s marshmallow toes wiggle at the ting, ting, ting of the wind chime above her, the smell of aloe cucumber lotion filling the spa room. Her baby’s reflexology appointment at the Four Seasons Punta Mita is beginning. She coos appreciatively at the next 15 minutes of stretches…
— Fodor's Travel
Thompson Shanghai Expo Opens as the First Thompson Hotel in Asia
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Thompson Shanghai Expo, marking the debut of the Thompson Hotels brand in the Asia Pacific region. Located in the dynamic World Expo area—Shanghai's revitalized business, culture and events district…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
Has The Government Shutdown Impacted Passport Applications? What To Know
The United States’ latest government shutdown has been ongoing for around a month, but those applying for passports don’t have to worry about their applications being delayed. The State Department notes on its website that “consular operations domestically and abroad will…
— Travel Noire
Should You Cancel Your Upcoming Trip To Jamaica? Here's What We Know So Far
For thousands of Americans, a trip to Jamaica is booked and has been the bright spot on the calendar to get through the daily grind. But in the last 48 hours, that dream vacation has turned into a source of extreme anxiety as Hurricane Melissa, a powerful and dangerous storm, has…
— Travel Off Path
Today in History
The War of the Worlds
On this date in 1938, alien creatures from Mars invaded the earth, wreaking widespread havoc. At least, that is what some believed after listening to an Orson Welles radio broadcast on the popular Mercury Theatre series on…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
AmaWaterways Partners with Mandarin Oriental to Launch Exclusive Pre- and Post-Cruise Experiences
Calabasas, CA, October 27, 2025 – AmaWaterways, a leader in luxury river cruising, has announced a new partnership with Mandarin Oriental, one of the world’s most prestigious names in hospitality. Together, the two…
— Travel Research Online
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HOLIDAYS at Universal Orlando Resort
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Are you ready for Holidays at Universal? Don't miss Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Universal's Holiday Parade featuring Macy's and Seuss Landing™ all spruced up for Grinchmas™.
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