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This Central American Country Is One of the Best Places to Travel Right Now–With Luxury Resorts and World-famous Surfing
For decades, travelers seeking sun, sand, and the supreme biodiversity of the most pristine ecosystems in the Americas have passed over Nicaragua for neighboring Costa Rica. However, that finally seems poised to change. "Many parts of Costa Rica have become busy, built-up, and expensive over the years," says John Kendall, who has experience on the cutting edge of Nicaragua's nascent…
— Travel+Leisure
A Guide to All 20 Arrondissements in Paris
Paris is a mosaic of densely populated neighborhoods, known as arrondissements, which spiral clockwise like a snail shell from the Left Bank (south) and Right Bank (north) of the Seine River right up to the périphérique (ring road) that encircles the city. Each arrondissement has its own distinctive personality and draws for visitors, from the raucous jazz bars of the Latin Quarter (5th…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Hit The Skies Then The Slopes - Book With This US Airline And Ski For Free
For years, Alaska Airlines has offered a fantastic flight-and-resort package for those who love hitting the slopes, enjoying après-ski activities, or seeking a wintry adventure. In partnership with participating resorts, the airline offers a free day of skiing with the purchase of a flight. Travelers will just need to present their boarding pass and a matching ID at the ski resort’s ticket office upon…
— Travel Noire
AFROPUNK Brings a Celebration of the African Diaspora to Brazil
The beauty and creativity of the African diaspora deserve to be celebrated. Each November, AFROPUNK does just that through music, dancing, and food, and this year, the festival landed in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil. Through a combination of Portuguese and English-speaking musical guests, AFROPUNK celebrates Black culture in all its power and glory. Their goal is to create a collective…
— Fodor's Travel
Inside the World’s First and Only Deaf-Owned Dive Company
“Sound doesn’t matter underwater – everyone’s Deaf down there,” says Thomas Koch. Growing up Deaf, Koch took his first dive in Austin, Texas in 1996. From there, he was hooked. By 2010, he had become a PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Instructor and, in 2015, he became PADI’s first Deaf Course Director. However, the road was not always easy. Oftentimes, dive centers…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Tahiti Continues to Attract New Ships
Bud Gilroy, president of the Tahiti Cruise Club, reported that the region had 110,000 passengers in 2024 for 465 calls, and that the numbers are expected to be the same this year. “Despite the simultaneous refit during the first quarter of 2025 of the three main ships operating year-round in French Polynesia (the Paul Gauguin, Aranui V, and Star Breeze), the number of calls in 2025 is just…
— Cruise Industry News
Three New Ships, 11 New Itineraries for American in 2026
Eleven new itineraries for American Cruise Lines in 2026 include the Great Lakes, Arkansas River and Gulf Coast, and three new vessels join the fleet. They are modern riverboat American Encore and coastal ships American Maverick and American Ranger. It will be a big year for the small-ship domestic line as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday. American will visit almost 200 ports…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
Delta Initiates Ground Stop for Flights at DTW
Delta Air Lines has initiated a ground stop for flights at Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Romulus, the airport alerted travelers on its website Friday, Dec. 5. It posted about the outage on X just after 7 a.m. ET. The airline is experiencing a network outage affecting operations at the airport's McNamara Terminal. The issue is specific to Delta and not impacting other airlines at DTW. As of 8:30 a.m. the…
— USA Today
IndiGO: Travel Chaos Worsens in India With Hundreds of Flights Cancelled
India's travel chaos has worsened after the country's largest airline IndiGo cancelled hundreds of scheduled flights on Friday after three days of widespread disruption across its network. The carrier, which has a 60% market share in India and flies more than 2,000 flights a day, has been facing pilot shortages after it failed to adapt to new crew rostering rules…
— BBC
Travelers Wear Pajamas to Airports in Protest of Government Request
Cat Sullivan needed to pick out an outfit for her Thanksgiving travels. After hearing Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy implore travelers to dress with respect at the airport, she went to her stash of fanciest clothes for an act of “malicious compliance.” Should it be the satiny white gown, the Barbie-pink power suit or the feathery green cocktail number…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to Launch St. Regis Estates in 2027
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is recognizing properties with historical significance with a new collection, St. Regis Estates, launching in 2027. The new brand expression will be reserved for "legacy-rich, leisure-led estates" with each property selected based on "historical resonance and extraordinary natural surroundings," the hotel group told TPG. The first hotel to receive this designation will be The…
— The Points Guy
12 Stunning Hotels in Valletta, Malta with a Pool
Malta has quietly become one of Europe’s most sought-after escapes. If you’ve heard the name but can’t picture Malta, here’s a quick run-down: It’s a tiny Mediterranean island that’s home to the EU’s smallest capital city—Valletta. Valletta is your gateway to Malta’s ancient history, rugged and gorgeous coastlines, and cultural landmarks. The city’s historic area is quaint and charming, similar to…
— Travel Awaits
16 Stylish New York City Hotels With Rooms Starting Under $300 a Night
It wasn’t so long ago that budget hotels in New York City conjured thoughts of bedbugs, thin walls, and dim light bulbs. That was until spots like Ace Hotel New York and the Hoxton Williamsburg opened, offering sleek rooms for an affordable price, alongside trendy amenities, top-notch restaurants and bars, and public spaces even locals love. These days, New York is full of reasonably…
— Afar
Other and Odd
6 of the Best European Destinations for Solo Travelers
From vibrant capitals to historic hubs, Europe’s solo-travel options offer cultural variety without too much stress. The destinations featured in this list are consistently highlighted by top travel publications for solo and solo‑female travelers. Here are six of the top places to travel solo around Europe, including Berlin, Lisbon, and more…
— Quartz
This Over-the-top Christmas Market Spans 3 Million Square Feet—and It's One of Europe's Biggest
While Americans were busy prepping their Thanksgiving meals, Europeans were immersed in readying their magical Christmas markets. And while there are fantastic ones sprinkled across the continent, there's one in particular you shouldn't miss, and it claims to be Europe's biggest of all. Tucked away in the southwest corner of Romania, travelers will find Craiova, one of the nation's larger…
— Travel+Leisure
Today in History
The End of Prohibition
The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the manufacture and consumption of alcoholic beverages became illegal. Almost immediately, millions of Americans…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Avalon Sweeps Top Honors in 2025 Cruise Critic Awards
DENVER, Colorado – December 3, 2025 – Avalon Waterways is sailing into the New Year with extraordinary recognition from the world’s most influential cruise authority. Cruise Critic today announced the winners of its 2025 Best in Cruise Awards, with Avalon earning four top honors, including…
— Travel Research Online
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