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Destinations
Why a Visit to Thailand Could Be the Travel Reset That You Need
From soothing massages to street-side Muay Thai gyms, Thailand is redefining wellness - proving that “Healing is the New Luxury".
Thailand isn’t just about pristine beaches and bustling cities - it’s a country that invites travellers to slow down, immerse themselves in culture…
— euronews
Tokyo vs Kyoto: 7 Key Differences to Know Before You Visit
Japan has become one of the world’s premier travel destinations. This year alone, over 20 million visitors have packed into cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, along with places like the Okinawa Islands, Mount Fuji, and Hokkaido. If you’ve been planning your getaway to the Land of…
— Travel Awaits
This World-Famous Destination Is Breaking Visitor Records Despite Traveler Alert
Did you know one of the 7 wonders of the world wasn't brought to the global stage until the 20th century? One of Latin America's most epic bucket-list destinations has only been brought to the masses in the last 100 years or so, which explains why it's such a trek to reach. Found…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
Beijing's Forbidden City Just Reopened a Hidden Garden for the First Time in 100 Years
For more than a century, the Qianlong Garden, located in the Forbidden City in Beijing, has sat without a single visitor. But that is finally changing. In late September, the garden, constructed in the 1770s for the Qianlong emperor, officially reopened its doors after a massive…
— Travel+Leisure
The Top 5 Best Road Trips in Morocco
The epic landscapes of Morocco, from its wild Atlantic coastline to the sweeping Saharan desert and rugged mountains, make it prime road trip territory. While traversing the country on four wheels can be a nerve-jangling experience – from bumper-to-bumper city traffic to vertiginous…
— Lonely Planet
This Dutch Museum Is an Architectural Marvel With an Urgent Mission
The Tornado is one of the newest additions to the skyline of this historical Dutch port city known for modern architecture. The towering, shiny steel staircases rise out of the new Fenix Museum that is dedicated to stories of human migration. Ma Yansong, the founder of…
— The Washington Post
Cruise
How First Class Cruise Travel Quietly Made A Comeback
It is a model that evokes another century, when social class shaped your stateroom, your dining companions and even the deck you were allowed to walk on. Yet the idea that class-based cruising disappeared everywhere else is only partly true. In reality, something interesting has…
— Forbes
Jamaica Welcomes First Cruise Guests Since Hurricane Melissa
Holland America Line’s Zuiderdam became the first cruise ship to bring guests back to Jamaica since Hurricane Melissa. MSC Cruises’ MSC Divina called later in the same day, and Carnival Cruise Line has also announced plans to return soon. This is a good sign that Jamaica’s…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
Should I Cancel My Thanksgiving Flights? What You Should Know.
The Department of Transportation is still requiring airlines to reduce flight schedules by 10% at 40 major airports nationwide, even as the government shutdown winds down. For now, major carriers say they will mostly cut service through their regional partners, meaning flights…
— USA Today
7 Business-Class Seats That Are Actually Worth the Price
Not all business-class seats are created equal. Some have sliding doors, others have privacy panels. On some planes, you may have to step over a neighbor to reach the aisle. Even planes from the same airline can have differing configurations. Some flights serve caviar and pricey…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Mom Laughs as Child Repeatedly Kicks Passenger on Flight
Sharing a flight with a crying baby can make passengers cranky. However, a flier recently gave a lesson in patience when he posted a video of being kicked by a child next to him. Instead of reacting or complaining, he calmly sipped from his cup. The video has left social media users…
— Fodor's Travel
Lodging
Neon-Lit Landmarks and Stylish Adobe Hotels: Our Favorite Places to Stay Along Route 66
When Route 66 opened in 1926—linking Chicago to Santa Monica as one of the United States’ first federal highways—it was built to connect small towns with major cities and stimulate local economies along the way. The 2,448-mile “Mother Road” began as a mostly gravel route, lined…
— Afar
4 Luxurious New Zealand Lodges Where the Scenery Is the Star
Arriving in Christchurch, New Zealand, feels low-key: a short walk from the gate to a rental car counter, a city center that’s more gardens than skyline, cafes that know the difference between a flat white and a long black. I picked up a black four-wheel-drive vehicle and a paper map, a…
— New York Times
Sonder Announces Immediate Halt of Operations
On Sunday, Nov. 9, TPG reported that Marriott announced the termination of its licensing agreement with Sonder, a hospitality company that runs short-term rentals and boutique hotels in over 35 cities worldwide. Now, Sonder has announced that it's "winding down operations…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Travel Uncertainty Continues Ahead of Vote to End Shutdown
Even if the federal government reopens on Wednesday when the House returns to vote on a funding deal already approved by the Senate, travel experts warned Thanksgiving could be a headache at airports…
— CBS News
Disney World Opens Brand-New Attraction Inside Iconic Theme Park
It’s always an exciting time when Walt Disney World officially opens a new attraction. Such is especially when it’s an attraction as beloved as Zootopia, the 2016 Disney franchise set to receive its long-awaited sequel at the end of this month. Replacing the long-running It’s Tough to Be…
— Parade
Today in History
The Mayor Is Guillotined
Jean Sylvain Bailly was an astronomer, and only reluctantly a politician. During the French Revolution, he became the first Mayor of Paris. One of his first acts was to restore full citizenship and rights to the Jewish population of…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
AAT Kings Launches Small Group Tour Offering Across Australia and New Zealand
AAT Kings has announced the launch of a new range of small group tours limited to groups of up to 24 guests per departure and designed to provide a more intimate and personalised experience for travellers. The new…
— Travel Research Online
60-Second Geography
The Peaks and Valleys of Milford Sound
by Joey DeLoach
Tuesday November 11, 2025
 Milford Sound is located on the southwest corner of New Zealand’s South Island. It lies within the Fiordland National Park, part of the Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Area. This UNESCO classified site encapsulates and raises the bar of the word dramatic. Steep, rounded mountains rise up with a sudden break from valleys filled with water created by glaciers over unimaginable periods of time.
— Travel Research Online
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Through the Alps by Night: Classic Rail Elegance with the Espresso Monaco
by Cindy-Lou Dale
Sunday November 09, 2025
 Under the glow of Roma Termini’s departure boards, a dark-green train prepares to leave for Munich. Its name—Espresso Monaco—echoes a different era when travel meant rhythm and refinement rather than queues and boarding passes. Operated by FS Treni Turistici Italiani (TTI), the service is the latest step in Italy’s campaign to revive luxury overnight rail as a viable, sustainable alternative to short-haul air travel…
— Travel Research Online
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