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Destinations
Guide to the Grenadines
Long the domain of savvy sailors and fly-in millionaires, the spectacular Grenadines also offer plenty for the independent traveler – you don’t need your own boat to fully explore this magnificent archipelago. Spanning the nations of St Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada, the…
— Lonely Planet
What Is Dengue? Infectious Disease Experts Warn Against Travel to Cuba Amid Mosquito-Borne Illness Outbreak
There is growing concern in South Florida as travelers return from Cuba amid mosquito-borne illnesses spreading throughout the island. CBS News Miami spoke with a man who arrived at Miami International Airport from Cuba after two weeks and said he is still in pain after…
— CBS News
These 4 Underrated Latin American Cities Have No Crowds & Feel Like Summer
With winter upon us, more travelers have their shovels and defrosters at the ready for the impending cold front. But there are far more places to go than simply settling for a crowded resort south of the border. Our entire team of experts here at Travel Off Path knows what it's like to…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
Seven Travel Trends That Will Define 2026
Data from the world's leading hotel groups, travel firms and trend forecasters suggests that 2026 will be the year of quiet escapes, algorithm-shaped itineraries, ultra-personalised retreats and a return to slower, more intentional travel. Number crunchers, behaviouralists and travel…
— BBC
A Hard Rock Casino is Coming to New York — And Sports Fans Will Be Thrilled
What if you built a casino right next to a professional baseball stadium? If that’s your dream scenario, it’s coming true. An investment group led by New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has secured a license from state officials to build one of three casinos slated to be the first within…
— Parade
5 Cooking Classes in Italy Where You Can Make Pizza, Pasta and More
The first thing I learned to cook after moving to Italy in 2007 was pesto Genovese, blending fragrant basil with pine nuts, olive oil, cheese and salt in the kitchen of a complete stranger. I’d tagged along with a neighbor to a cooking class organized by the International Women’s…
— New York Times
Cruise
Authorities Announce Major Update on Missing American Cruise Passenger
There has been a substantial update regarding the case of the United States citizen who went missing from a Holland America cruise during a recent stop in stop in Sint Maarten. Last Friday morning, the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) announced that contact had been made…
— Men's Journal
Philadelphia to Begin Construction on Cruise Ship Terminal Opening in April 2026
Forget flying to Florida to get on a cruise — Philadelphia is on its way to becoming a cruise ship destination. The Port of Philadelphia on Tuesday announced construction is beginning on the PhilaPort Cruise Terminal, which will serve as a home port for Norwegian Cruise Line…
— CBS News
Transportation
Thanksgiving Set Air Travel Records: What to Know for Christmas and New Year’s
For the third straight year, the Sunday after Thanksgiving set the record as the busiest day ever at U.S. airports. Nationwide, the Transportation Security Administration screened more than 3.1 million passengers Nov. 30, as travelers rushed home from Turkey Day…
— The Points Guy
WestJet Reacts To Bad Press After Wrongfully Banning Passengers From Recording With Their Phones
In Canada, we have seen several different incidents unfold with airlines in recent weeks. Among them, on a lighter note, was an American passenger calling out Air Canada for "expired food." The post went viral. However, the passenger misread the date, and the meal was…
— The Travel
Spirit Airlines Just Launched Nonstop Flights to Belize–With Fares Starting at $67
Travelers now have new options to visit Belize. Spirit Airlines just launched new nonstop service between Belize City and Fort Lauderdale, according to the low-cost carrier. The flights, which took off for the first time on Nov. 21, are operated between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
I Spent a Week at a Resort Training With an Olympic Gold Medalist – And Came Home Shockingly Rested
m a newly minted freelance work-from-home mom, and my time has never been more limited. That’s important to know because, at one point, I couldn’t get invited to a trip without packing my bags immediately. All that is to say, trips are few and far between these days, and…
— Fodor's Travel
6 Architecturally Ambitious Hotels Attracting Attention at This Buzzy New Beach Spot
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea islands—90 desert islands in an archipelago largely overlooked by international travelers—are home to more than 1,200 fish species and 200 kinds of coral in clear turquoise waters. Here, on Shura Island, a city’s worth of five-star resorts are jostling to…
— Afar
Other and Odd
Kristi Noem Calls for New Travel Ban After National Guard Shooting
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Monday she is recommending a "full travel ban" from countries that are "flooding our nation with killers, leeches, and entitlement junkies." "I just met with the President. I am recommending a full travel ban on every damn country…
— NBC News
The Best Solo Travel Destinations in America
Traveling alone in the U.S. isn’t just for wide-eyed backpackers. The country offers a surprising breadth of experiences that suit solo travelers of all types. From city-slick museums to rugged national parks, the U.S. has spots where you can lean into solitude or seek connection. Solo…
— Quartz
Today in History
La Guardia Airport Opens
New York City's La Guardia Airport opened on this day in 1938. Celebrating its 84th birthday today, La Guardia is located in Queens County on Long Island in New York City. Originally named Glenn H. Curtiss Airport, the…
— Travel Research Online
Top Headlines
TSA Rolls out $45 Fee for Fliers without RealID
by Cheryl Rosen
Monday December 01, 2025
 Travelers have until February 1 to get a passport or a RealID—or cough up $45 more to board an airplane anywhere in the United States, the TSA announced this morning.
On that date, TSA will begin turning away every flyer over 18 who shows up at the airport without an acceptable ID or a receipt showing they have paid the $45 fee online in advance. If not, they will be directed to a separate security line, where processing will take 10-30 minutes…
— Travel Research Online
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