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Destinations
These Surprising Things Can Get You Fined In Italy
Italy is one of the most visited countries in the world. More than 134 million tourists visited in 2023. While the majority of visitors have no quarrel with local authorities, there are a couple of ordinances in the country’s regions and cities that tourists could unwittingly run afoul of…
— Fodor's Travel
Guide to Zihuatenajo, Mexico
Imagine a destination on Mexico’s Pacific coast where colorful buildings cascade down the slopes of the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains, and where calm bays curve along white sandy beaches. Welcome to the charming town called Zihuatanejo. In the 1970s, Zihuatanejo – it…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
‘Chasing Nostalgia Everywhere’: Why Adult Summer Camps Are the Hottest Travel Trend Right Now
Summer camps for grown-ups have arrived in Europe – it’s about ‘being outside, being active, and doing things together as a group’. Bonfires, cooking s’mores and making lifelong friends – summer camps spark memories of halcyon days for many of us. But what if you could relive…
— euronews
This Is the Smartest Way to Ride Everything at Epic Universe in One Day
One of the best ways for thrill-seekers of all ages to celebrate spring break or any vacation? At Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida—Universal Orlando Resort’s fourth theme park. Why? Because everyone’s a kid at heart. Here you can experience five epic lands, including Super…
— Men's Journal
This Music Festival Was Just Named the Best in the U.S.
Summer is right around the corner, which means many people are day dreaming about warmer weather and summertime favorite pastimes, like attending BBQs, hanging out with friends, and catching a summer concert or two. If you’re someone whose summer plans include…
— Parade Magazine
Cruise
The No. 1 Reader-Voted Cruise Line Has Towering Waterslides And A Tropical Island All Its Own—See The Full List
With 370 ships sailing the world’s oceans, rivers, and waterways, it can be overwhelming to find the one that’s right for you and your family or group of friends. From luxury and adults-only to those filled with onboard adventures and kids’ clubs, there’s a cruise and a cruise line for…
— Southern Living
This Is the 1 Cabin Upgrade Trick Travel Advisors Use for Cruises—and It Could Land You a Better Room at No Extra Cost
While many travelers obsess over picking the perfect stateroom for their cruise vacation, travel advisors often recommend doing the opposite. Their go-to strategy? Taking a bit of a risk and booking a “guarantee” cabin, which can sometimes lead to a surprise upgrade. “I’ve personally…
— Travel+Leisure
Transportation
How the Iran War Is Disrupting Air Travel -- And Advice if You’re Planning a Trip
The war in Iran is rattling the aviation industry, from flight cancellations to rising costs for jet fuel. So if you're planning to travel this spring or summer, should you grab a ticket now, or wait? "You should go ahead and book," says Sean Cudahy, an aviation reporter at The Points Guy…
— NPR
Air New Zealand to Cut Flights as Fuel Price Surge Wreaks Havoc on Travel
Air New Zealand (AIR.NZ), opens new tab said on Thursday it would slash 5% of its flights, or around 1,100 services, through early May as the Iran war sends jet fuel prices surging and disrupts travel even in rural areas thousands of miles from the conflict zone. The New Zealand…
— Reuters
Miami International Airport Reveals Plans for Long-Awaited, Billion-Dollar Expansion
Miami International Airport has announced a $1 billion upgrade plan that will see work commence in 2027, with completion set for 2030. The improvements, partnered by American Airlines and Miami-Dade County, are part of a decade-long programme to modernise the hub and…
— Travel Tomorrow
Lodging
The 17 New Hotels You Should Visit in 2026—From Tuscany to Tanzania
As obvious as it sounds, the best new hotels opening in 2026 are all about getting away…no, really getting away. That means checking into a former factory in upstate New York, retreating to a far-flung private island, crawling beneath the sheets in the jungles of the Riviera Maya, or…
— Architectural Digest
A 'Massive Bed' Is the Star Of This Art-Filled Seoul Hotel Suite
Located in Hongdae, one of Seoul’s most vibrant, youthful, and creative neighborhoods, RYSE Hotel invites visitors to enjoy a one-of-a-kind stay. “Long Bed for Long Sleep in the Far Future,” aka “BED 2525,” is more than a unique place to lay your head after roaming Seoul’s bustling…
— Travel Noire
Hilton Is Opening Its First Curio Collection in Hawaii This Fall
Hilton will open its first-ever Curio Collection property in Hawaii this fall, giving travelers a brand-new way to spend their points on the picturesque island of Kauai. The Hale Hokuala Kauai hotel will feature 210 rooms with impressive ocean and mountain views set on the…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
ETIAS Public Health Risk Checks: How Health Screening Affects Your Travel Authorization
Starting in 2026, ETIAS will become a required travel authorization for visa-exempt visitors entering many European countries in the European Union (EU). The application process includes automated screening in the application form, including public health checks to detect epidemic…
— ETIAS.com
U.S. Restarts Global Entry Program Amid Industry Pressure
The Trump administration on Wednesday reinstated the Global Entry program that expedites U.S. customs and immigration clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers entering the United States, the government said. The Department of Homeland Security on February 22…
— CNBC
Today in History
Coca Cola Sold In Bottles
If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches, and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
Collette Lowers Singles Supplements as it Targets Solo Travelers
by David Cogswell
Thursday March 12, 2026
 Collette is making adjustments to its singles supplement policies in an attempt to capture more of the solo travel market, which is a strong and growing segment.
Last year, Collette commissioned a study by a Canadian organization called JourneyWoman, which does advocacy, research, and marketing that focuses on solo travel for women 55-plus. According to Diana Ditto, Collette’s executive vice president, “Their real expertise is understanding the psyche of this market…
— Travel Research Online
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