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Destinations
Move Over Chicago! These Are The 4 Cheapest Midwest Cities Actually Worth Visiting
There's no Midwest city more famous than Chicago. Next up, it's up to your discretion. St. Louis, Cleveland, and even ever-so-trendy Indianapolis are all in the mix. If we're being honest, not every Midwest city, no matter how well-known or hyped, is worth visiting. I mean…
— Travel Off Path
12 of the Best Things to Do in Pakistan
Pakistan has many layers that just can't be summed up in headlines. It’s a land where cherry blossom petals scatter around mountains like confetti, where ancient forts rise from desert plains, and where coral gardens shimmer with diverse fish species. This often-misunderstood…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
How to Go Glamping With a Hotel Chain You Know & Love: Marriott’s Postcard Cabins
I’m all about glamping. Glamping is one of the easiest ways for travelers who don’t consider themselves to be outdoorsy to get out into the wild. It combines the world of hotel-style amenities with the Great Outdoors, letting you book comfortable stays with running water and heat…
— Travel Awaits
It's Mardi Gras Season In New Orleans. Here's What Locals Say Tourists Get Wrong Every Year
For many visitors to New Orleans, their Mardi Gras experience involves packing bars in the French Quarter, drinks in hand, getting beads a certain way, and it’s a loud, wild, and slightly out-of-control day before Ash Wednesday. But miles away from the French Quarter, there is a…
— Travel Noire
Cruise
Carnival Announces Transatlantic Cruise Departing From Norfolk Next Year
Carnival Cruises is now offering a 15-day transatlantic cruise out of Norfolk starting next year, even giving passengers the opportunity to witness a solar eclipse at sea. The Carnival Sunshine departs May 15 from Norfolk and will travel to Dover, England. The cruise includes stops in…
— WTKR
Amsterdam Cruise Terminal Faces Closure vs Relocation Debate
Amsterdam's cruise industry faces a critical juncture as the municipal executive recommends permanently closing the city's sea cruise terminal rather than pursuing relocation to Coenhaven. The ultimate decision will come following municipal elections less than eight weeks away. Cruise…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
These Are the Airlines With the Cleanest (and Dirtiest) In-flight Water, According to a New Report
Ordering a cup of coffee or tea on a morning flight may feel like a no-brainer. But a new study warns in-flight drinking water isn’t necessarily safe. Turns out, the water served on several major commercial airlines in the United States falls short of the quality standards set under the…
— Travel+Leisure
Eurostar's ‘Snow Train’ Through the French Alps is Back This Winter—Here's How to Book
The French alps are home to some of the best skiing in Europe—and the glitziest resorts. This winter, it's easier than ever for travelers to access the region's charming towns and scenic mountainscapes via high-speed rail. Earlier this year, Eurostar announced that Eurostar Snow would be…
— Condé Nast Traveler
TSA’s New $45 Fee Will Hit Thousands of Travelers on Feb. 1
Thousands of travelers every day could have to pay a $45 fee starting Feb. 1 when the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees the Transportation Security Administration, starts charging passengers to confirm their identity if they don't have a REAL ID-compliant document to…
— USA Today
Lodging
Arizona Desert Waters, Historic Virginia Baths, a Colorado Mining Town Spa—the Best U.S. Hot Springs Resorts
As I eased into the 106-degree lithium-, magnesium-, and bicarbonate-rich natural pool during a recent stay at Castle Hot Springs in Arizona, I was struck by how different it felt from a typical spa soak. The sandy bottom and the mineral sediment shifting between my toes were a…
— Afar
A Mexican-Owned Resort That Brings Local Tradition to Its Guests
Velas Resorts is a Mexico-owned resort collection, with each property committed to showcasing the country’s cultural heritage while creating unique opportunities for guests to engage with local traditions. I arrived at Velas Vallarta, an all-inclusive, family-friendly resort and the brand’s…
— Fodor's Travel
This Stunning New Tented Suite Safari Camp in Tanzania Is Officially Bookable on Marriott Points
Travelers who have a stash of Marriott Bonvoy points and a love for wildlife and adventure will be excited to learn they can now book a stay at Autograph Collection's first safari camp. After a soft opening in September of last year, Mapito Safari Camp officially opened its doors Jan. 20…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
American Travelers Warned They Could Lose Their U.S. Passport Under New Ban Rule Proposal
The United States has long been one of the many countries where people are allowed to have more than one passport, or what's commonly known as dual citizenship or nationality. While the U.S. isn't the world's easiest place to acquire dual citizenship (except via the birthright route)…
— The Travel
The Giant Reptiles Reclaiming the World’s Most Visited City
Once driven to the city's edges, Bangkok's giant monitor lizards are now thriving in parks and canals – and becoming an unexpected part of the visitor experience. Shortly before dawn in one of Bangkok's largest inner-city green spaces, there is a stillness in the canals that surround…
— BBC
Today in History
The Assassination of the First Earl of Moray
The assassination of regent James Stewart, First Earl of Moray, threw Scotland into civil war. Moray was assassinated by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Stewart's half-sister Queen Mary. In July 1567, Mary…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
New “Ultimate Guide for New Travel Advisors” Underscores Globus Family of Brands’ Commitment to Advisor Success
DENVER, Colorado – January 22, 2026 – As a new wave of Travel Advisors enters the industry, the Globus family of brands is strengthening its role as a long-standing partner to the advisor community – launching a…
— Travel Research Online
Central Holidays Unveils Exclusive 2027 Sordevolo Product Line Featuring La Passione di Cristo with New Group-Focused Travel Opportunities
Moonachie, NJ – (January 21, 2026) – Central Holidays, award-winning travel company renowned for its brand of affordable-luxury, immersive travel experiences and customized travel programs, is proud to…
— Travel Research Online
The Rosen Report
Travel Advisor Commission Disputes: Lawsuits, Supplier Changes, and What’s Next
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday January 23, 2026
Two words have  dominated conversations across the travel advisor industry in recent months: growth and commissions.
They go hand in hand. With travel sales booming, established advisors are taking a harder look at how—and how much—they are paid for every booking. New technology now makes it easy to track commissions by supplier, sailing, and itinerary, exposing discrepancies that once went unnoticed.
As a result, commissions have become a top priority for travel advisors heading into 2026—and, increasingly, a flashpoint for legal action, supplier reform, and host-agency…
— Travel Research Online
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