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Destinations
The West Coast's 4 Most Overrated Destinations & Where To Go Instead
What comes to mind when you envision a West Coast getaway? For most, it's a mixed bag of big city thrills and gorgeous beaches — and they're not wrong. Today, I'm putting on my tour guide hat with one exception: I'm going to be honest as your resident insider who's traversed…
— Travel Off Path
36 Hours in Shanghai: Things to Do and See
China’s second-largest city continues to transform rapidly. Beyond luxury megastores and virtual-reality experiences, Shanghai is repurposing what’s left of its unique architectural heritage into cultural and dining destinations, creating a new dynamism. A major transition to electric…
— New York Times
Tours and Activities
These Are the 4 Places in the World Where You Can Swim With Humpback Whales
People travel all over the world to see a humpback whale’s dorsal fin glide through the water or to watch a tail or fin lift as a hello. A lucky few might even witness a breach or hear their haunting song. Any kind of humpback whale experience is special, even life changing, but it often…
— Travel+Leisure
The World's Longest Coastal Path Will Open in Northeast England This Summer
Britain has long been a haven for hikers, amblers, and fans of a brisk stroll in the open air. From the open expanses of the Lake District to the rugged terrain of the Scottish Highlands via Wales’s peaks, there is no shortage of places to work up a sweat, al fresco, across the UK. As of…
— Condé Nast Traveler
The Wildest, Most Unique Experiences You Can Find in the Maldives
The Maldives effortlessly delivers screen-saver quality tropical scenes, but it’s the unique experiences that will keep you talking about this dream destination for years to come. With no direct flights from the US, travel here can easily clock in at 30+ hours (time in the air, layovers, a…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
Seatrade Cruise F&B Report Shows Lines Prioritise Experiential Dining
The newly released Cruise Food & Beverage Trends Report 2026 from Seatrade Cruise reveals that cruise dining is entering a new era of creativity and guest engagement. The report, based on insights from 163 buyers and suppliers from across the cruise F&B and hospitality…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Disney Unveils New Cruise Ship Set to Debut in 2027: Disney Believe
Disney has announced the newest addition to its growing cruise line: the Disney Believe, set to debut in late 2027. The ship was announced at Disney’s annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday by new CEO Josh D’Amaro. It is dedicated “to those dreamers and doers who dare to…
— The Hill
Transportation
FAA Ends ‘See and Avoid’ Reliance After Deadly DCA Crash
The Federal Aviation Administration announced a new rule that will require air traffic controllers to use radar to separate airplane and helicopter traffic near major airport arrival and departure tracks. Until now, controllers have largely relied on pilots to use visual separation. “Today, we are…
— USA Today
"They Don't Stop Tall People": Southwest Airlines Plus-Size Passengers Demand Fairness Over New Second Seat Rules
Southwest Airlines continues to face mounting complaints over its new "Customers of Size" policy, which requires larger-bodied passengers to pay for a second seat or even be denied boarding if a flight is full. Many plus-sized passengers have called the new seating rules…
— The Travel
Airfares Are Spiking. Here’s How to Navigate the Hikes.
Clint Henderson recently hopped on his computer to find a flight for his mother from the Bay Area to Kansas City, Missouri. He was expecting to pay around $400, maybe $500 tops. Much to his shock, the ticket cost more than $1,500 for the cheapest seat category. “That is obscene,” said…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
The Best Way to Enhance Your Galápagos Cruise? Spend More Time on Land at This Luxury Eco-Lodge
When it comes to planning a trip to the Galápagos—an archipelago of 20 islands, many of them uninhabited, each with its own unique landscapes and wildlife—most travelers opt to visit on a cruise. But there’s another option for those wishing to explore a bit more of the islands’…
— Afar
Are Las Vegas Hotel Rooms Actually Clean? One Local Has the Answer
Last week, I dove into the topic of whether or not you should walk the Las Vegas Strip. Here’s the short of it: While it’s walkable, and even has a few escalators to help you manage the stairs, you’re better off taking free cabs, rideshares, trams, or even a scooter down the Las Vegas…
— Travel Awaits
This Maui Luxury Resort Is Now Part of Marriott – And Will Soon Be a St. Regis
Until quite recently, The Resort at Kapalua Bay, on the northwest shore of Maui, was known as Montage Kapalua Bay, but it has since changed management and dropped its association with Montage International. Now, it has been announced that the high-end Maui resort, in agreement…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
The World’s Happiest Countries for 2026 - And What They Get Right
From Nordic trust to Costa Rica's sense of community, residents explain what daily life looks like in the countries topping the 2026 World Happiness Report. While the Nordic countries have long dominated the World Happiness Report, 2026 brought one surprise. For the first time in…
— BBC
Ticks, Flys, Mosquitoes and More Will Be Swarming Popular U.S. Destinations More Than Usual This Summer—And Honestly No Where Is Safe
If your summer travel plans involve beaches, national parks, or scenic outdoor escapes, you may want to pack more than sunscreen this year. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is warning that 2026 is shaping up to have a major “bug boom” across the United States…
— Parade Magazine
Today in History
The Death of Robert de LaSalle
The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
Avanti Issues Mammoth Print Reference Guide for Europe
by David Cogswell
Wednesday March 18, 2026
Like many other companies, custom FIT wholesaler Avanti Destinations discontinued its print reference guide a few years ago and went to a paperless system for distributing its product information. The company started producing e-brochures in late 2018 and in 2020, during the lockdown, they took over from print brochures.
But in its many dealings with travel advisors, either in the normal course of doing business or at industry events, the company got a strong message from travel advisors that they still really liked the print editions of the catalogues. Many of them were holding onto copies that were several years old, marked up and weathered, but still indispensable to the advisors.
So, Avanti got the message and decided to issue a new print catalog. Now it’s out:…
— Travel Research Online
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