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Destinations
You Can Travel to These Stunning International Destinations Without a Passport
The U.S. is the fourth largest country by land mass, with over 3.5 million square miles to explore. It’s home to 63 national parks and some of the most well-loved cities in the world. We’ve got Alaska for those looking for extreme wilderness and Hawaii for those looking for an island…
— Travel+Leisure
5 Things to Do in Quebec City & Montreal in Winter—Call It ‘Winterapy’
Bonjour Quebec, the Canadian province’s official tourism group, has developed a unique concept called ‘winterapy’. As a region that endures a long, intense winter, les Québécoises know a thing or two about enjoying snow, short days, and blustery nights. As a traveler who prefers a…
— Travel Awaits
This U.S. City Is One Of The Top Trending Destinations Worldwide According To Experts
TripAdvisor just dropped its “Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best” for 2026, and while the usual suspects like Bali and London are hanging out at the top of the general lists, the “Trending Destinations” category has thrown a massive curveball. Sitting comfortably at number three…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
Five US National Parks Only Reached by Sea or Sky
Road trips to national parks are a classic US travel experience. But for truly "wild" landscapes, venture to these remote protected lands you can only reach via boat or seaplane. In 2024, a record 331.9 million travellers from around the world descended on sites managed by the US…
— BBC
Trump’s Latest Travel Ban Leaves Fans Unable to Travel to Support Their World Cup Team
World Cup aspirations for supporters of two prominent African football nations have been thrown into disarray following the implementation of a US travel ban. Senegal and Ivory Coast were added in December to a list of countries facing partial entry restrictions into the United States, a…
— The Independent
How to Sail Across the Atlantic on a Century-Old Schooner
Rebuilt in 2016 by 160 volunteers, the Avontuur, a revived cargo vessel, sails between Germany and the Caribbean, iniviting passengers to discover a voyage where adventure and sustainability go hand in hand. The first port after crossing the Atlantic from Europe is Saint-Laurent…
— National Geographic
Transportation
7 Ways Air Travel Will Change This Year
In the fast-paced world of aviation, 2026 has emerged as a landmark year for technological integration and passenger-centric shifts. While the core experience of flying remains familiar, the digital and operational layers surrounding your journey are being completely rebuilt. For the…
— Simple Flying
Forget LAX—This Regional Los Angeles Airport Is Getting Its First Regular Flights
Los Angeles traffic is an exercise in patience, and the region’s major international hub, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), is infamous for its curbside gridlock. But about 10 miles north of LAX, near the beaches of Santa Monica, lies a little-known airfield. Santa Monica Airport (SMO)…
— Afar
TSA Is Expanding Touchless ID Technology to 50 New Airports
TSA checkpoints are about to get much more efficient at dozens of US airports—just in time for the summer travel rush. This spring, TSA is expanding its Touchless ID program to both regional and major air travel hubs across the US. The special security lanes use optional facial…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
This Public Database Tracks Bed Bug Activity in Hotels Across the U.S.—What Travelers Need to Know
When most travelers go on vacation, the only things that should be brought home are memories and souvenirs—not pests. It can be unpleasant to think about bed bugs, but when choosing a hotel, a little information can go a long way. Pest control company Orkin is now…
— Travel+Leisure
Hilton Debuts Apartment Collection, Expanding in Residential Hospitality
Hilton debuted Apartment Collection by Hilton, a new lodging category within the company’s collection brand portfolio, that will offer “unique, spacious furnished apartments,” the hotel company announced today. The brand will officially launch through a partnership with apartment…
— Hotel Dive
Royal Park Hotel Reveals Newly Reimagined Look Following Sweeping Property-wide Renovation
Royal Park Hotel unveils the completion of a comprehensive, multi-million-dollar renovation that reimagines the beloved property with refreshed guest rooms, redesigned event spaces and reenergized public areas, introducing a more refined and contemporary experience in the heart of…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
Trip.com Shares Plunge Almost 20% as China Opens Antitrust Probe Into Asia’s Largest Online Travel Firm
Shares of Chinese online travel services provider Trip.com plunged 19.23% in Hong Kong on Thursday after Beijing opened an antitrust probe into the company, making it the worst performer in the Hang Seng index. The fall also marks the stock’s worst day in Hong Kong since it was…
— CNBC
10 Must-Stop Route 66 Eateries for an Epic Road Trip
Route 66 celebrates 100 years of journeys and adventure in 2026, and this famous U.S. Highway with a catchy song has become symbolic of road tripping and roadside stops. Along with the stories and the lore, dining while driving The Mother Road can also be an epicurean adventure…
— 10Best
25 Ways Travel Has Changed This Century
Remember paper maps? Or carrying a salon’s worth of hair products through airport security? Cruise ships used to be about sailing and the sea. If you wanted to rent a room, you went to a hotel. People wore hard pants on planes. Those were such quaint times. The past quarter…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
The British Museum Opens
Sir Hans Sloane was a naturalist who had managed to amass an enormous collection of books, manuscripts, dried plants, and antiquities from his travels. As he neared his death, he did not wish to see his collection broken…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Avalon Named #1 by USA Today 10BEST Readers
DENVER, Colorado – January 14, 2026 – The votes are in – and they speak volumes. Avalon Waterways has been recognized as #1 Best Boutique Cruise Line and #2 Best River Cruise Line in the USA TODAY 10BEST…
— Travel Research Online
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