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Destinations
Widespread Power Cuts, Travel Disrupted as Storm Goretti Hammers Northern Europe
Storm Goretti battered northern Europe on Friday, knocking out power to thousands of homes, shutting schools and suspending rail services in France, Britain and Germany as heavy snow and gale-force winds compounded a week of freezing weather. Across northern Europe emergency…
— Reuters
The Best European Travel Destinations for 2026, According to Time Out Editors
At Time Out Travel, it’s our job not only to show you all the brilliant things to eat, drink, see and do in mega-destinations like London, Paris, Berlin and Rome, but also to shine a light on the overlooked places which are well worthy of just as much attention. That’s why, at the…
— Time Out
Only in Alaska. Welcome to the ‘Totem Pole Capital of the World.'
An arched sign stretching between two city blocks welcomes travelers to “Alaska’s first city” and the “salmon capital of the world.” But Ketchikan, the first port on many Alaska cruises, has another nickname: the “totem pole capital of the world.” Totem poles are unique to the…
— USA Today
Tours and Activities
A Rare Eclipse Streak Starts in 2026 Including the 'Eclipse of the Century'—and These Destinations Will Have the Best Views
There’s never been a better time to be an eclipse chaser. The new year marks the beginning of a spectacular streak for the astronomical phenomenon, which will be longer-lasting and better positioned than ever before. Sky-watchers will be treated to annual total solar eclipses in…
— Travel+Leisure
Best Day Trips from Paris: 13 Tours on Wine, History, & More
You could spend months digging into Parisian culture at its top tourist destinations. Unfortunately, most visitors only have a week or so to delve into the City of Love. With literally hundreds of travel-worthy landmarks, museums, and streets to visit, there’s a lot to sift through. I once met…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
APT Travel Group Launches Book to Board Agent Incentive
APT Travel Group has launched its Book to Board agent incentive, giving agents the chance to win a cruise for two plus £500 in weekly prizes for every booking made with APT Luxury and Travelmarvel. Running from January 6 to February 15, each eligible booking automatically enters…
— Cruise Industry News
US Raises Travel Advisory for Caribbean Cruise Island After New Concerns Emerge
The US Department of State is feeling a bit spicy toward the “Island of Spice,” a popular cruise destination in the Eastern Caribbean. Due to crime, the US government has raised Grenada from a Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) travel advisory to a Level 2 (Exercise Increased…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
2025 Was The Busiest Year For US Air Travel In More Than 15 Years, FAA Says
2025 marked the busiest year for US air travel in more than 15 years, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The country’s civil aviation agency oversaw 17.2 million flights during the year, despite repeated disruptions to the nation’s air traffic control system and the added…
— Simple Flying
Flying Into Uncertainty: The 5 Risks Airlines Say Will Shape Travel in 2026
The global airline industry enters 2026 facing a complex mix of political, economic and environmental risks, even after posting a record net profit of $39.5 billion in 2025, according to a new analysis from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The outlook comes from…
— Focus on Travel News
What Are Bereavement Fares? A Guide to Flying When You’re Grieving
“Let me know when you are able to get a flight in, honey.” It’s been a year since I got that text, a year since my sister walked into an urgent care in my hometown of South Bend, Indiana, when she called my mom as her partner drove her to the emergency room. A year since she was…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
If You Like Staying in Independent, Boutique Hotels but Dig Loyalty Perks, Too—We Have a Solution for You
You’ve almost certainly heard of Marriott, Hilton, or Hyatt. These global hotel giants offer a wealth of options and experiences worldwide and allow you to earn rewards and elite status benefits on every affiliated stay, no matter where you roam. But travelers who favor smaller, more…
— Afar
10 Germ Hotspots You Touch Every Time You Stay at a Hotel
Even in the most high-end stays, hotel rooms can look sparkling clean at first glance, but germs and grime often lurk in places you wouldn’t expect. Beyond the usual suspects like TV remotes, toilet flush handles, and decorative pillows, there are plenty of overlooked spots that can be…
— Fodor's Travel
Other and Odd
New US Visa Bond Rules Likely to Slash African Travel
New US rules that require Africans to post deposits of up to $15,000 are likely to deepen a trend of declining visa approvals for the continent’s travelers. The policy was floated last year, initially targeting Malawi and Zambia. But it has expanded to impact 24 African countries, including…
— Semafor
Travel Agent Allegedly Took $35K for Cruise That ‘Didn’t Exist'
A travel agent was arrested for allegedly defrauding clients. Tavia Thomas, 47, accepted money for reservations that were not booked or went unpaid, the Nassau County Police Department said in a Jan. 6 bulletin. The Hempstead, New York, resident was the owner and only travel…
— USA Today
Today in History
The RMS Queen Elizabeth Burns and Sinks
The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line, launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938. Named for Queen Elizabeth (not the late Queen but her mother), the RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger…
— Travel Research Online
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