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Destinations
When Is the Best Time to Visit El Salvador?
Travelers flock to Central America, crowding the Mayan ruins and golden Caribbean beaches of Mexico, Guatemala, Belize and Costa Rica, but little El Salvador often gets overlooked. You can partly blame the Spanish, who dismissed this corner of the isthmus as a backwater due to the…
— Lonely Planet
All the Canals and Charm of Amsterdam. None of the Crowds.
The story of how the Dutch city of Leiden became a global center of science and philosophy begins with an unusual tale of bravery. With Spanish forces besieging the city in 1574, according to a local myth, Mayor Pieter van der Werff made a pledge to reassure starving residents…
— New York Times
This Is Europe's Oldest Lake Town And It's Just Been Named A World Heritage Site
Long gone are the days when Albania could be described as a hidden gem of Europe. Between the surging crowds seen in Ksamil this summer and the long-anticipated opening of a brand new airport in Vlorë, the Balkan nation is undergoing a much-deserved Tourism Renaissance…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
The Japanese Region Redefining Slow Travel
Travelers around the world are increasingly seeking experiences that slow the pace and reconnect them with culture, nature, and a sense of presence. Responding to the slow travel, Japan’s Setouchi region is drawing attention for its blend of onsen traditions, contemporary art, and…
— Focus on Travel News
10 Cities of Gastronomy Around The World
In 2004, UNESCO created a network of creative cities around the world to promote cities that had “identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development.” The cities are recognized for their creativity in seven different fields: Crafts and Folk Arts, Music, Literature…
— Fodor's Travel
Where to Watch a Meteor Shower Across the United States
If you’ve ever looked up and lost yourself in the endless scatter of stars, you already understand the quiet pull of stargazing. There’s something timeless about tilting your gaze skyward and catching a meteor shower when streaks of light race across the night sky. The fleeting, celestial…
— 10Best
Cruise
Crystal Unveils First New Ship in 25 Years: Meet Crystal Grace
It’s official - Crystal’s first new ship in 25 years is coming and will carry the name Crystal Grace. The line’s newbuild — and the first under the ownership of the Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group - is scheduled for delivery in May 2028 and will set sail on her inaugural voyage on June 11…
— CruiseCritic.com
Disney Cruise Ship Continues to Skip Jamaica Following Hurricane
Disney Treasure will once again skip its call to Falmouth, Jamaica, during its November 29 sailing. Falmouth experienced significant damage from Hurricane Melissa and is not yet ready to receive cruise guests. Ocho Rios, however, resumed cruise operations earlier this week…
— Cruise Hive
Carnival Cruise Line’s Ugo Savino on How Itinerary Diversity Is Driving the Next Wave of Cruise Industry Growth
Cruise lines are navigating a period of rapid evolution as guest expectations shift and fleets expand to meet growing global demand. According to Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) State of the Cruise Industry Report 2025, the number of cruise passengers worldwide is…
— Cruise & Ferry
Transportation
Flights May Return to Normal Soon, as FAA Reverses on Travel Cuts
The worst of the flight disruptions amid a long government shutdown may be over. On Wednesday, federal officials reversed course on their plan to mandate a 10% reduction in flight operations by Friday. Instead, as the burden on air traffic controllers appeared to ease, officials from…
— Seattle Times
Are Airports Still Canceling Flights? What Weekend Flyers Should Know
Air travel is beginning to stabilize after days of chaos caused by government-mandated flight cuts and severe weather. However, officials warn that travelers should still expect delays and cancellations heading into the weekend. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Tuesday that the…
— USA Today
The Insiders Changing How We Think About Flying
Aviation accounts for around 2.5% of global CO2 emissions, and roughly 4% of human-driven warming once other climate effects are included. The United Nations warns that without intervention, those emissions could triple by 2050. Yet the impact of flying is far from evenly shared…
— BBC
Lodging
Expats Who Host: Black-Owned Airbnbs Around the World
One of the best aspects of the growing Black expat community worldwide is the emergence of Black people in places where they have historically been underrepresented in the travel industry. Black expats are creating spaces and communities that feel like home — welcoming…
— Travel Noire
U.S. Hotels Issue Plea To Congress After $1.2 Billion Loss In The Shutdown
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) estimated that each day of the government shutdown resulted in $31 million in lost hotel-related economic activity, totaling roughly $1.2 billion in losses during the period. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, U.S. hotels are…
— The Travel
Megan Stalter Stars as a ‘Vacation Coach’ in New IHG Hotel Ads
Megan Stalter is an actress, comedian and now travel advisor – sort of. Stalter stars as a “Vacation Coach” in a new campaign from IHG Hotels & Resorts. In one video, the “Too Much” star – relaxation-ready in a bathrobe – walks up to an office worker at her desk to direct her to the…
— USA Today
Other and Odd
The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: What To Know Before Planning An International Solo Trip
I’ll be the first to admit that the first time I thought about traveling internationally solo, it scared me. As a Black woman, especially, I was unsure of my safety, how I would be perceived, if I could mentally withstand, and so many other questions and thoughts. However, as an only…
— Essence
Apple Launches Digital ID Using Your Passport
You can now digitize your passport thanks to Apple's latest feature, Digital ID, launching on Wednesday. Digital ID allows you to securely store your passport information in your iPhone's wallet. You can then use your Digital ID at more than 250 airports nationwide as a form of…
— The Points Guy
Michelin Released Its First-Ever Guide to the Southeastern U.S.—Here Are the Big Winners
Stars are shining brighter in the Southeastern United States this week with the debut of the Michelin Guide there, the group's first-ever North American regional edition. The new guide included one two-star restaurant, 10 new one-star restaurants, and three green star restaurants…
— Travel+Leisure
Today in History
The Holland Tunnel
New York City's Holland Tunnel opened on this day in 1927. The tunnel is a marvel of early 20th century engineering, running under the Hudson River, and connecting Manhattan with Jersey City, New Jersey. The…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
Liverpool: The Rich Culture that Produced the Beatles
by David Cogswell
Thursday November 13, 2025
“I don’t th ink there’ll ever be another Beatles,” said Graham Nash of Crosby, Stills and Nash. “I think that the universe put those four kids in the right place at the right time, and gave them the right talent, to be able to move the hearts and minds and spirits of billions of people… The Beatles were unbelievable. And I think we all knew it. They were the best band in the world, there’s absolutely no question about it.”
Historian Heather Cox Richardson divides American history into three periods: first from the founding through the Civil War; second from Reconstruction through the mid-20th century; and the third period, she marks with the arrival of the Beatles on Ed Sullivan in February 1964.
Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader…
— Travel Research Online
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