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Is It Safe to Travel to Japan? Advice Following a 7.5-Magnitude Earthquake
Japan’s weather agency has warned that another large-scale earthquake could follow the 7.5-magnitude tremor which hit the country on Monday. The earthquake has left at least 33 people injured and led to tsunami warnings, however waves were not as high as feared, reaching…
— The Independent
What the 2026 Winter Olympics Mean for Milan
The 2026 Winter Olympics, co-hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, are the most geographically widespread Games to date, with events scattered across nearly 8,500 square miles. For travelers, this means there are more ways than ever to enjoy the Winter Games. Those who…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Tours and Activities
Runs Worth Travelling For—7 Scenic Routes to Try
Running is one of the purest ways to connect with a place. No tickets, no timetables — just the route and the rhythm of your stride, the destination unfolding step by step. Across Europe, runners are discovering that the most scenic trails — cliff-hugging footpaths, Alpine…
— National Geographic
Photos That Capture Junkanoo’s Magic—And Why Missing It Isn’t An Option
Imagine the warm Bahamian night humming with thunderous drum beats, the clank of cowbells echoing through Nassau’s narrow streets, and people dressed in shimmering feathers, sequins, and bright hues dancing under the Caribbean sky. That’s the magic of Junkanoo, the…
— Essence
The Artwork of Tasteful Travel: Creator Shane Samuel's Top 5 Culinary Destinations in Chicago
For many of us, travel is about more than visiting a new city; it’s about finding home in unique places, connecting with the community, and discovering the flavors that tell a city’s story. That’s exactly what Travel Noire content creator Shane Samuel set out to do in Chicago, where…
— Travel Noire
Cruise
Hilton and Explora Journeys Announce Luxury Ocean Travel Partnership with Debut of Hilton Honors Adventures
Today, Hilton and Explora Journeys – the privately owned and ultra elegant ocean travel brand of the MSC Group – announce an exclusive collaboration. As part of this exciting new travel offering, Hilton debuts Hilton Honors Adventures,an extension of Hilton’s award-winning guest…
— Hospitality Net
Here's How To Save on That Caribbean Cruise You've Been Dreaming Of
Jaunting between Caribbean islands on a boat is the dream vacation for many, as it evokes snapshots of luxury, such as sipping flutes of sparkling wine, sunbathing on deserted beaches, and spotting colorful fish while snorkeling. Even if you’re pricing out a cruise ship with a few…
— Fodor's Travel
Transportation
American Airlines Executive Issues Clear Response to United CEO
There has been an ongoing war of words between United Airlines and American Airlines regarding service at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, a major transit hub for both companies. The two carriers are jockeying for customers and airspace and it has led to pointed public…
— Men's Journal
Delta Air Lines Now Has 1,000 Planes With Free Wi-Fi
Delta Air Lines has reached a milestone in the rollout of free inflight internet across its fleet. On Monday, the Atlanta-based carrier announced it had finished upgrading the Wi-Fi systems on its 1,000th plane. It's a milestone in Delta's yearslong plan to make onboard Wi-Fi free for all…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
Times Square Hotel’s $120K New Year’s Eve Package Is Going Viral for Its Wild Perks
If you’ve ever dreamed of greeting the New Year from just steps below the Times Square ball drop—but without the barricades, crowds or subzero temperatures—The Knickerbocker Hotel has created the most over-the-top way to do it. In honor of its upcoming 120th anniversary…
— Parade
I Stayed At This Gorgeous Resort With The Longest Lazy River In Cabo: Here's My Honest Review
Honesty time… Los Cabos isn't exactly short on luxury resorts. In fact, it’s easy to get “all-inclusive fatigue,” where every marble lobby and infinity pool starts to look exactly the same. I walked into Villa La Valencia Beach Resort & Spa expecting the standard luxury experience—but…
— Travel Off Path
Other and Odd
The Great MICE Comeback: Why Events Are Fueling a New Travel Boom
When borders slammed shut in 2020, the meetings and events industry didn’t just slow down – it fell off a cliff. Global business travel spending plunged by 53.8% compared to 2019 as conferences were canceled, sales kickoffs went online, and incentive trips disappeared from…
— Hospitality Net
Denali National Park’s Iconic Mountain May Reclaim Its Name After “Disgraceful” Removal By Trump Administration
Denali National Park is widely renowned for being home to the highest peak in North America, Mount Denali, for which the park was named. However, in January 2025, the Trump Administration changed Mount Denali's name to Mount McKinley, a decision that wasn’t welcomed…
— The Travel
National Parks Drop Free Entrance on M.L.K. Day and Juneteenth
The National Park Service will cut Martin Luther King’s Birthday and Juneteenth, two holidays honoring Black history, from its list of free entrance days next year. Visitors will instead get free entry on June 14, which is both Flag Day and President Trump’s birthday. The changes…
— New York Times
Today in History
The First African-American Governor
On this day in 1872, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback became the first person of African-American descent to serve as the governor of a U.S. State. Pinchback served as the Governor of Louisiana, rising to the office…
— Travel Research Online
Top Headlines
Travel Advisors Feeling Bullish on 2026, Say TRAVELSAVERS AND NEST
by Cheryl Rosen
Tuesday December 08, 2025
 Almost three of every four travel advisors expect to see their income rise in 2026, thanks to sustained demand among consumers and advisors’ increasing adoption of fees, according to a new survey by travel consortia TRAVELSAVERS and NEST.
Almost half of the travel advisors who responded (49%) expect sales to increase somewhat and another 23% expect significant increases. One in five expects sales to remain the same; 9% expect a drop, but just 1% expect a significant decrease…
— Travel Research Online
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Have you ever thought about a luxury wine-themed tour of the Holy Land that includes tasting ancient wines in the hills of Galilee, fine dining along the streets where Jesus and Moses walked, swimming in the Dead Sea and partying in Tel…