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How a Rockette Spends Christmas in New York City
It's mid-December, but for Rockette Brooklyn Bronson, it is the third month of Christmas... and counting. "[We] start rehearsals in September, so Christmas starts pretty early for us," says Bronson, now in her fourth season with the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. "Six…
— BBC
14 of the Best Things to Do in Egypt
Whether Egypt's on your travel radar for the history, the adventure, the beaches or just the Pyramids, when it comes to things to do, you are spoiled for choice. One day you could be climbing the desert’s highest peak, the next you might be walking amid remnants of the world’s…
— Lonely Planet
This Cheap Cultural City Revealed As Trendiest Texas Getaway For 2026
Here at Travel Off Path, we're always on the hunt for the biggest surprises to truly wow you. Sometimes that comes in the form of reports you likely wouldn't even take time to skim through. In this case, travel insiders at HomeToGo revealed their hefty analysis covering the scope…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
Pompeii's Graffiti Captures Every Joke, Boast and Argument of an Ancient Roman City Frozen in Time
Nearly 2,000 years ago, the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Stabiae bustled with merchants, farmers and families going about their daily lives. Unbeknownst to them, Mount Vesuvius, a still-active volcano that rises above the Bay of Naples in southern Italy, was…
— Smithsonian Magazine
The 7 Best Big Cities in the U.S. For Christmas
The best place to spend Christmas is surrounded by your loved ones. But some cities sweeten the celebrations. To determine the best destinations in the U.S. for Christmas, WalletHub examined a range of factors, balancing shopping, traditions, and costs. Its methodology…
— Quartz
Rare Surrealist Sculptures Head to the Dalí Museum for a Final U.S. Appearance
This winter, the Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, is hosting an exhibition that art lovers are unlikely to see repeated anytime soon—or possibly ever again in the United States. On view now through April 2026, Alberto Giacometti & Salvador Dalí: Through & Beyond Surrealism…
— Parade Magazine
Cruise
P&O Cruises’ All-Inclusive’ Packages: Just a Clever Cash Grab?
P&O Cruises has announced its first-ever range of bundled packages, launching on cruises of five nights or more from March 2026. The line says the move is about “greater freedom and value”, giving passengers the ability to combine drinks, Wi-Fi and speciality dining into a single…
— Sail Away Magazine
Why Plus-Size Travelers Say Virgin Voyages Feels Different at Sea
Courtney Donovan is a seasoned solo traveler, but she still finds dining alone to be tricky. The founder of The Queens & Carryons Club, an online community aimed at plus-size women over 40, said she gets scared of being judged or mocked: “Oh my gosh, look at this big girl,”…
— USA Today
Transportation
Stowaway Rat Forces KLM Flight Cancellation After Causing Chaos In Plane Cabin
A small rodent stowaway disrupted travel for more than 250 passengers aboard a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight after it was discovered mid-journey over the Atlantic Ocean. The rat was spotted while the aircraft was en route from Amsterdam to Aruba, a flight that typically takes…
— Travel Noire
Southwest Adds Turkish Airlines as Newest International Partner
Southwest Airlines is continuing to expand its network of partner airlines. Next up: Turkish Airlines. Southwest on Wednesday announced a new agreement with the Star Alliance carrier that will take effect next month. As part of the Southwest-Turkish tie-up, you’ll be able to book…
— The Points Guy
United Airlines' Major Hub Experiences FAA-Ordered Ground Stop: Airport Leads The Country In Delays
Delta Air Lines experienced a major setback earlier in the week when its two biggest New York hubs, LaGuardia and John F. Kennedy, saw flights completely halted, resulting in widespread delays and cancellations. Delta also experienced a network outage earlier in the month…
— The Travel
Lodging
13 Dreamy New Orleans Airbnbs to Book for a Southern Getaway
Sure, you could post up in a fancy hotel for your next (or first) visit to the Big Easy, but consider the best New Orleans Airbnbs if you want to cosplay as a local. This historic Southern city—bursting with culture, music, and architecture—is best enjoyed right in the center of the…
— Architectural Digest
Canopy by Hilton Izmir Bomonti to Open as a Lifestyle Hub in Mahall Bomonti
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) will further expand its lifestyle presence in Türkiye this month with the opening of Canopy by Hilton Izmir Bomonti, the brand's second property in the country and a new design-led destination within the Mahall Bomonti complex. This 191-room hotel will offer…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
Why More Black Parents Are Choosing Travel Over Toys This Christmas
A growing number of parents are trading in toys and electronics for tickets to adventure, choosing to focus on connection over holiday consumption. For many families, investing in shared experiences rather than gift-giving helps build family bonds and create priceless…
— Essence
Guide to European Travel Updates from 2025: Visas, Borders, & More
Heading to Europe in 2026? You might want a short guide to the latest European travel updates. Like many cities and regions, travel authorities and hospitality groups have launched and revamped dozens of rules, initiatives, and programs designed to improve travel for…
— Travel Awaits
Today in History
The President Takes A Wife
President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease. A few months later, his sister introduced him to Edith Bolling-Galt from…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Rental Escapes Reveals the Top Villa Rentals for 2026
MONTREAL – (December 15, 2025) – Rental Escapes, a multi award-winning full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, today revealed its list of the top luxury…
— Travel Research Online
Central Holidays Unveils New “South Africa & Beyond” Travel Brochure Showcasing Immersive African Journeys with Early Booking Savings
Moonachie, NJ – (December 16, 2026) – Central Holidays, the award-winning travel brand, celebrated for its destination expertise and signature affordable-luxury experiences, proudly announces the launch of its new…
— Travel Research Online
Departures
Ten Ways to Traverse Lyon
 Upon arriving in Lyon, France’s third-largest city and textile capital, it took me all of twenty minutes to figure out how French women maintain their slim figures. They walk everywhere. And in a city like Lyon, where the topography rivals that of San Francisco, there’s nothing even remotely simple about a “simple stroll” through the boutiques of the Côte de Grande.
Fortunately, the city boasts a surprising number of alternatives—nine to be exact—thus proving that in Lyon, getting there really is half the fun.
Lyon takes 1st place in ranking of «15-minute cities», where many restaurants and shops are accessible on…
— Travel Research Online
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The Incessant Traveler
Jeremy Palmer Looks Back on His First Year as Tauck President
by David Cogswell
Thursday December 18, 2025
It’s been a y ear now since Dan Mahar moved up the Tauck hierarchy, from CEO to chairman, while Jennifer Tombaugh moved from president to CEO, and Jeremy Palmer from COO to president.
I had a chance to visit with Mr. Palmer at the U.S. Tour Operators Association Annual Conference & Marketplace in early December. He was beaming -- the personification of the Nina Simone song “Feeling Good”.
And he has good reason to be. Tauck is doing better than ever, by every measure. The company has made another one of its generational shifts, and done it without a…
— Travel Research Online
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