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Destinations
I Spent the Best 48 Hours in Santa Monica With My Teens and Here’s What We Did
Travelling with teenagers is always a balancing act. They want freedom, fun and food that feels worth the calories, while my husband and I still crave good coffee, walkable neighbourhoods and moments where we can actually connect as a family. Santa Monica, it turns out, delivers all of…
— Hello! Magazine
This Unknown Town Is The Gateway To Florida's Most Beautiful Beaches
Look, we get it — certain regions of Florida seem to have flags planted by retirees with a “get off my lawn, you whippersnapper” attitude. And that can be seen as a key driver for the younger crowd of spring breakers and honeymooners eyeing flashier getaways in such places as…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
What to Do When Your Disney Plans Fall Apart (And Still Have Fun)
The Most Magical Place on Earth may not always feel magical. Sometimes a ride you were looking forward to breaks down or an experience you wanted is booked up. You or your kids may get hangry, overstimulated, or just too hot. In four decades of going to Walt Disney World, I’ve run…
— USA Today
15 of the Best Things to Do in Las Vegas
Famously a town built on glitz, entertainment and a seemingly endless list of attractions, Las Vegas has no shortage of things to do. From glamorous casinos, spectacular live shows, quirky local artists and jaw-dropping landscapes just beyond the bright lights, the options are…
— Lonely Planet
A 65km Hike Into Norway’s Vanishing Rural Past
The Stølstruta offers hikers a responsible, respectful way to witness a pastoral tradition that has disappeared almost everywhere else in Europe. The Sun, descending from its lofty midsummer perch, soaked the valley in ochre. Rolling drumlins, lakes and birch forest glowed in the warm…
— BBC
Cruise
You Can Now Cruise to the Most Remote (and Least Visited) Islands in French Polynesia
If any corner of the world is synonymous with paradise, it’s French Polynesia’s scattered, sparsely inhabited islands, buttercream palm-fringed beaches, and glass-clear waters. The region is best visited by water, yet, when it comes to cruising, the islands around Tahiti remain…
— Travel+Leisure
No More Jersey Boys: NCL is ‘Concluding’ Run of Broadway Show
Norwegian Cruise Line has officially confirmed that the Broadway hit Jersey Boys is concluding its run on Norwegian Bliss. The change was highlighted by a social media post from a cruise passenger that shared a letter from NCL informing cruisers of the update. While the show has…
— Cruise Fever
Transportation
How to Finally Go Flight-Free in 2026: A Practical, Actionable Guide
Last year, flight-free travel officially went from being ‘fringe to familiar’ – with journeys by rail, boat and bus becoming a more mainstream choice for travellers of all ages. There's a good reason for this. As the world becomes more fast-paced, travellers are craving longer, more…
— Time Out
U.S. Faces Empty Flights As U.K. Travel Warning Deters Top-Spending Travelers
U.S. tourism continues to struggle as more countries, along with Canada, boycott the country amid fears of detention by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). But a new travel snub may be brewing after a viral video of an empty Delta Air Lines flight from London to New York…
— The Travel
Is Emirates Premium Economy Worth the Upgrade?
Even on the world’s most premium airlines, an economy seat can never really come close to competing with the comforts of business class. Sure, the food’s pretty good and the seats are comfortable enough, but the desire for lie-flat beds and a cold welcome glass of something fizzy…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
At This New Lodge in Kenya, Elusive Black Leopards Get the Attention—but a Slower Safari Is the Real Reward
The Masai Mara, Kenya’s most-visited safari destination, is famous for its open savannas and high concentrations of big game, including wildebeest, lions, and elephants. Laikipia, by contrast, offers a more intimate safari experience defined by its ecological diversity, lower vehicle…
— Afar
17 Luxury Hotels in Dubai That Will Make You Look Twice
Home to the tallest hotel in the world and renowned for its larger-than-life list of attractions, Dubai’s luster is one of the finest in the travel world. Whether or not you’ve entertained visiting this United Arab Emirates’ hub, you’ve likely heard of a few of its most well-known sites. The…
— Travel Awaits
Zohran Mamdani Is Finally Doing Something About Hidden Hotel Fees
Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that hotels will be banned from charging hidden junk fees. The move is intended to prevent undisclosed costs such as “destination fees” or “resort fees” from misleading customers. The new rule will also…
— Fodor's Travel
Other and Odd
‘I Won’t Go Near Donald Trump’s America’: Readers on Why Tourists Are Ditching US Trips
Independent readers are increasingly turning their backs on dreams of US travel, citing political turmoil, safety concerns, and the Trump administration’s actions as major deterrents. Many recalled positive past experiences of holidays in America – but said current circumstances…
— The Independent
Germany Issues Travel Safety Warning Against the U.S.: 'Be Vigilant'
Germany is issuing new guidance to its citizens planning to travel to the United States amid ongoing protests with immigration officials. On Monday, Jan. 26, Germany’s Federal Foreign Office updated its U.S. “Travel and Safety Advice” page on its website to include new warnings…
— People Magazine
“Micro-Cations” Are Taking Over Winter Travel as Americans Plan Shorter Trips
Long vacations are losing their grip and winter travel is getting shorter, cozier and far more spontaneous. This season, travelers are embracing micro-cations, swapping weeklong getaways for two- or three-night escapes that feel indulgent without the planning fatigue. Based on…
— Time Out
Today in History
King Charles I is beheaded
The British have always had an interesting relationship with their monarchs. Charles I reigned from March 1625 until his death in 1649. His death, however, holds a certain distinction: Charles I was the only British monarch…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
Switzerland - like nowhere else
by Cindy-Lou Dale
Monday January 26, 2026
 In a country packed with Alpine delights, four languages, and the world’s topmost producers of watches, sights are of an epic scale, but distances between them are short. Thus, against a backdrop of immense forested mountains, lush meadows, azure lakes, and cobalt-blue skies, I travelled across just a small part of the immaculate alpine passes and ravines and saw Switzerland as it’s meant to be seen – from the road driving a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS…
— Travel Research Online
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Spotlight
Why you’ll fall for pocket-sized Panama
by Lesley Stones
Monday January 26, 2026
 Exciting news – I’ve found a country I like so much that I’m planning to return time and time again.
After a wonderful week in Panama, I’m already itching to go back for more exploring. It’s got exactly what I’m looking for in a holiday, all in such a compact place that you can do everything almost instantly. If you want a beach, there are some tiny Caribbean islands with turquoise water and only a handful of other guests. There’s the jungle, with sloths and monkeys to spot…
— Travel Research Online
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Last month, I sailed the Mississippi River with my friend Maddy aboard American Cruise Lines’ American Symphony. I’ve sailed with American before, so I knew what to expect – friendly service, comfortable accommodations and a well-organized trip where we always know what’s happening and where to be. It’s a fool proof vacation.
Key Takeaways:
Everyone’s dreaming of cruises in January—and both Royal Caribbean International and MSC Cruises took advantage this week and announced big bets on the industry’s future.