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Destinations
Europe’s New Digital Border System Goes Into Full Effect in April—What You Need to Know
U.S. travelers with plans to hop the pond to Europe this year should prepare themselves for some changes. For starters, Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), a digital border control program, will become fully operational on April 10. It will apply to nations in the European…
— Afar
You Can Visit This Iconic California City Stress-Free During TSA Shutdown
Guys, we’ve found a unicorn. While headlines continue to warn of dreadful security lines at airports of all sizes — including one man with the genius side hustle to hold your place for, ya know, just $600 — this California icon is standing out in these frustrating times for travelers…
— Travel Off Path
6 Destinations for a Cheaper Summer Vacation
Booking a summer vacation is a lot like planting a tree: The best time to do it was ages ago. The second-best time is now — with apologies to your wallet. Katy Nastro, a travel expert with the flight deal website Going, said the company compared domestic airfare for this…
— The Washington Post
Tours and Activities
The World Cup Is Coming to Toronto and Vancouver—Here’s How to Plan Your Trip
Canada might be best known for ice hockey, but this summer it’s all about soccer. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to Canada (plus the United States and Mexico), and as a Canadian, I couldn’t be more fired up to show off my country. Two Canadian cities will host 13 matches…
— Afar
These Glacial-fed Rivers Are so Pristine, People Commute to Work by Swimming in Them
Gas prices are rising, which may have you thinking about new ways to commute to work. Sure, you could try public transit, carpooling, or even hopping on your bike, but there is one method the Swiss have perfected that may make you a bit jealous: commuting by river. During the…
— Travel+Leisure
Is This Caribbean Island the New Wellness Destination of 2026?
Grenada greeted me the way the best journeys do—at a secluded wellness retreat tucked along a quiet beachfront. Yes, my Grenadian wellness week began at Six Senses La Sagesse with a custom-blend herbal tea, a sacred fire ritual, and an oceanfront welcome dinner. The fresh island…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
P&O Cruises Adds Onboard Credit to Select Sailings
P&O Cruises is offering up to £800 onboard spending money on selected cruises departing Southampton between June 1, 2026, and November 29, 2027. The extra onboard spend is available for new P&O Cruises Select Price bookings made between March 24, 2026, and June 1, 2026…
— Cruise Industry News
Six Cruise Ships Await Onward Deployment as Gulf Ports Coordinate Support Measures
Six cruise ships remain in the Arabian Gulf following the suspension of regional operations in late February, as conditions affecting maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continue to delay scheduled repositioning voyages. The vessels, operated by MSC Cruises, Celestyal…
— Cruise Arabia & Africa
The Best New Cruise Ships Launching in 2026 and Beyond
From luxury river cruises to jumbo vessels, there are plenty of exciting new ship launches expected this year and beyond. Several new cruise ships hit the water in 2025, including Star of the Seas, MSC World America, Celebrity Xcel, Star Princess and Disney Destiny. And passengers…
— The Independent
Transportation
House Passes Bill That Would Permit Supersonic Flights Over the US
U.S. air travel could become much faster in the coming years if a bill aimed at legalizing commercial supersonic flights becomes law. The House voted unanimously Tuesday to allow supersonic flight for nonmilitary aircrafts over land in the United States, something the Federal Aviation…
— NewsNation
How Do You Spend 19 Hours on Board a Plane? We Have Ideas
Not long ago, I found myself preparing for the longest commercial flight on Earth: the nonstop haul from Singapore Changi to New York’s JFK. I would spend 19 hours seated in an aluminum tube, chasing the sun across hemispheres. And while that might not be everyone’s dream, it was…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Airline Damages Traveler’s $75K Wheelchair After Flight
As soon as Emily Ladau was told her wheelchair wasn’t on the jet bridge after her flight, she knew the aviation system was failing her as a disabled traveler, again. Ladau explained that her wheelchair was damaged after arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on a Delta…
— USA Today
Lodging
Marriott’s New ‘Series’ Brand is the Answer to Your Mid-Range Europe Travel Prayers
If you’ve ever planned a trip to Europe, you know the “mid-range” struggle all too well. While finding a five-star splurge in London or a luxury villa in Venice is easy if you have the budget, the affordable scale is often a total roll of the dice. You end up staring at a list of independent…
— Parade Magazine
Bahia Principe Resorts Launch on World of Hyatt Today
All-inclusive resort brand Bahia Principe has officially joined the World of Hyatt family. This means you can now earn and redeem World of Hyatt points by staying at one of the Bahia Principe hotels in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica or Spain. You can book through the World of…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Senate Agrees to Fund Most of DHS Amid Airport Travel Chaos
After months of negotiations, the Senate passed a bill early Friday morning to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, a first step in ending the partial government shutdown that resulted in extreme delays at airport security lines. The bill does not include funding for…
— NewsNation
Hawaii Tourist Helicopter Crash Kills Three On Popular Vacation Island
A helicopter crashed on the afternoon of Thursday, March 26, off a remote beach of the island of Kauai along the Na Pali Coast, a popular vacation destination in Hawaii. Three people have been confirmed dead, while two were injured, according to police. The Kauai Fire Department…
— The Travel
Today in History
Great Alaska Earthquake
On March 27th, 1964, it was business as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground began shaking violently. The ensuing 9.2 magnitude earthquake remains one of the most devastating on…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Avalon Waterways Reveals Where Advisors Can Still Book 2026 – and What’s Already Selling Out for 2027
DENVER, COLORADO – March 26, 2026 – Riding the momentum of a record-setting sales year and continued strong demand for European river cruising, Avalon Waterways is helping Travel Advisors capture both last-minute…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
How To Navigate U.S. Airports During The Government Shutdown — Before & After Your River Cruise
Edi tor’s note: This article was last updated March 20, 2026. The government shutdown situation is evolving rapidly, and airport conditions may change. We recommend checking your departure airport’s website and TSA’s official channels before you travel.
If you’re heading out on a river cruise this spring or returning from one, you need to know what’s happening at U.S. airports right now — and plan accordingly.
A partial federal government shutdown that began in mid-February has left the Department of Homeland Security without full funding, and the ripple effects are being felt at security checkpoints from Houston to New Orleans to Atlanta. TSA workers are about to miss a paycheck just as the spring break travel season heats up, and screeners are taking unscheduled time off, leading to…
— Travel Research Online
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he many influencers of travelers’ decisions, travel advisors increasingly rank among the most important. And recent trends—including a rise in complex international bookings and the use of travel advisors by younger travelers—bode well for their business this year.