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Destinations
Is it Safe to Travel to Ecuador? The Latest on US Military Operations
Ecuador has long been one of South America’s most accessible adventure destinations—where travelers can move quickly between colonial cities, Andean peaks, Amazon rainforest lodges, and the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands. But a new joint military operation between Ecuador…
— Condé Nast Traveler
U.S. Raises Advisory for a Popular Mediterranean Island Destination
Americans are being advised to reconsider traveling to a Mediterranean destination amid the growing war in the Middle East. The U.S. Department of State issued an updated travel advisory this week for the island country of Cyprus following a drone strike on the British…
— Travel+Leisure
This Gorgeous French City Feels Like Marseille But Safer To Visit
Despite popular belief, France has more sun and sand than its famous Côte d'Azur. With Nice, St. Tropez and Marseille leading the way, separate coastlines often go overlooked, whether north of Paris or west of the French Riviera. One such city is one of South France's most…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
The Coolest Underground Restaurants, Art Spaces, and Speakeasies Hidden Inside NYC Subway Stations
In May 2025, subway passengers stepped off of the 2 and 3 lines at Brooklyn’s Grand Army Plaza station and into the late Triassic Period. Rex’s Dino Store looks much like any other newspaper kiosk, except that the proprietor here is a giant toilet-paper-mâché Tyrannosaurus rex…
— Afar
Feel the Canine Charisma: Dog-Sledding in Northern Minnesota
Eben, the leader, keeps to herself. Silus is strong but easily distracted. Small but peppy Alatna outpaces him at times. These three Canadian Inuit dogs comprised my team on a three-night January trip. Transportation meets adventure in mushing, another term for dog-sledding, at…
— New York Times
Cruise
Port Development Forces Norwegian Jewel to Change Bermuda Season
Norwegian Jewel is about to begin a historic season of cruising out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but her Bermuda-bound sailings will look a bit different from what was expected. The NCL ship will be in Philadelphia from April 16, 2026, until August 27, 2026, making her the first ship…
— Cruise Hive
Is the Middle East War Affecting Nile River Cruises?
At the time of writing (6 March), the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) does not advise against Nile River cruises. It does advise against all but essential travel to some parts of Egypt, but this does not impact most Nile itineraries. However, following US-Israeli…
— World of Cruising
Transportation
23,000 Cancelled Flights and Debris Raining on Dubai Hotels: The Iran War Is Jeopardizing the $12 Trillion Global Travel Industry
Over the weekend, missile debris rained over parts of Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, a tree-shaped, man-made island home to fine-dining establishments and luxury hotels, including the skyscraping Burj Al Arab hotel. According to local authorities, four individuals were injured in…
— Fortune
Southwest Airlines Issues A Travel Alert And Cancels Hundreds Of Flights Due To Weather Concerns At Its Major Chicago Hub
Due to the war in the Middle East, thousands of flights have been cancelled in recent days. Major airlines such as Delta Air Lines have issued travel warnings for the Middle East amid ongoing unrest. However, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, delays across the United States increased…
— The Travel
Lodging
Luxury Hotel Group to Open in a Renovated Prison in Japan… Would You Stay?
Hotels and historic properties go beautifully together. Travelers love to soak up historical wonders—and what’s more immersive than sleeping, dining, and relaxing inside a historic site? These types of properties run a large gamut. You can find a boutique hotel at the Palace of…
— Travel Awaits
Where Lando Norris Loves to Stay: 5 Hotels Fans Can Actually Book
F1 kicks off this weekend, and if you’re a big fan of the reigning world champion Lando Norris, we’ve got great news: it’s possible to spot the superstar without needing to buy Paddock tickets. Norris is going to be traveling a lot over the next few months, and if you’re curious where…
— 10Best
What Does a $100 Hotel Room Look Like in Paris? You’d Be Surprised.
It should come as no surprise that hotels in one of the most visited cities on earth do not run cheap. Those famous hotels, the ones you see celebrities and Instagram influencers post about with balconies overlooking the Eiffel Tower? They charge more than $1,000 per night…
— The Washington Post
Other and Odd
‘Plus Size Park Hoppers’ Share Disney Joy Online, Despite Cruelty
Stephanie Lanciani, 34, knows what it's like to feel like everyone's watching you. The 34-year-old proposal and contract specialist from Massachusetts says, at one point or another, she and her four friends − Ashley, Sarah, Deanna and Katie − have all had to endure the "walk…
— USA Today
Massachusetts Couple Stuck in Israel Amid Iran War. Nonprofit Helping Evacuate Americans From Middle East
As the U.S. State Department urges Americans to leave more than a dozen countries across the Middle East amid the war with Iran, tens of thousands of U.S. citizens are scrambling to find a way back home. Some like a Massachusetts couple are waiting for government organized…
— CBS News
9 Places in the Southern Us That Embody the Civil Rights Movement
A momentous chapter in the history of the USA, the Civil Rights Movement is more than one contained narrative. Instead, it unfolded as a series of episodes – and continues to unfold to this day. Some of the movement’s most important moments, from the beautiful (marchers…
— Lonely Planet
Today in History
Remember the Alamo
The territory of Texas was in the northern region of Mexico known as Coahuila y Tejas. Rebel forces in Texas wanted independence from Mexico. The Mexican government saw Texas as an important bulwark against the…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
A Polished River Cruise Experience With Surprising Value: Why Uniworld Hits The Sweet Spot For Most Travelers
 Uniworld has always done things a little differently in river cruising. Its ships are among the most recognizable on Europe’s rivers, with interiors that feel more like boutique hotels than traditional cruise ships.
It’s also long been considered one of the most polished experiences in river cruising, helped in part by the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the industry. The result is a product that feels highly curated, with a level of service and attention to detail that stands out even in a crowded river cruise market…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
First Look: IHG’s All-Inclusive voco Sandpiper Resort, Port Saint Lucie, FL
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday March 06, 2026
 If your clients’ idea of a great vacation starts with unlimited food and adult beverages—and especially if they just don’t want to leave the US of A—they’ll be excited to hear there’s a new option to consider.
The voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort in St. Lucie, FL, on January 31 joined the handful of US properties offering a true all-inclusive experience on US soil…
— Travel Research Online
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