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Destinations
New York City Defies U.S. Travel Decline in 2025 With 65 Million Visitors
Destination marketing organisation New York City Tourism + Conventions has released its 2025 Annual Report regarding tourism in New York City. Data show that both tourist numbers and spending went up compared with 2024, proving the city’s resilience in a difficult market. In 2025…
— Travel Tomorrow
EU Travel App Launches to Cut EES Border Delays
Travelers heading to Europe are starting to see a new tool at the border as the European Union rolls out its Entry/Exit System (EES). The “Travel to Europe” mobile app is now available in more countries, with Portugal joining Sweden in offering the tool to non-EU visitors ahead…
— ETIAS.com
This Underrated & Safe Latin American Country Is Breaking All Time Tourism Records
When you think of El Salvador, the first images your brain conjures up are probably those of rioting gangs running amok, crime-ridden streets where the law of the strongest prevails, and, as is the case in Latin America, probably corrupt governments. That used to be the case some five…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
The Most Charming Small Towns in England for Castles, Coastlines, and Culture
The buzz of British cities like London, Manchester, Liverpool, or Bristol is irresistible and infectious, but it’s in England’s small towns that you’ll often find the heart and soul of this eccentric country. Discover market towns with crumbling castles, seaside communities brimming with…
— Afar
This Italian City Banned Outdoor Dining on 60 of Its Most Famous Streets—What to Know
Florence has always known how to set a scene. Bistecca fiorentina, wine windows, lampredotto eaten standing up at a street cart, affogatos, cobblestones underfoot. But in February 2026, Florence made a big change: outdoor dining was banned on 60 of its most storied streets, rules…
— Travel+Leisure
HomeToGo Study Finds the Most Budget-Friendly National Parks for Americans
Looking for domestic travel adventures that get you out into nature? The United States has a smorgasbord of national parks dotting the country. From Maine to Arizona, there’s a park for every type of traveler. Some are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and even Dark Sky…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
Riviera Travel Launches 2026 River Season with Nearly 200 Departures
Riviera Travel has kicked off its 2026 river cruise season in which just under 200 departures are planned, the cruise line said in a statement. A new Radiance-class vessel, increased solo departures and enhancements designed to make the experience more accessible to North…
— Cruise Industry News
Cruise Passengers Complained About Cabin Problem, Now Ships Are Making a Big Change
Royal Caribbean ships have found a way to address one of the most common passenger complaints about connecting rooms on cruises. Two of the company's vessels, Icon and Star of the Seas, feature exterior doors to connecting cabins — replacing the traditional interior door, as Royal…
— Fox Travel News
Transportation
Travel Issues Continue at Airports as House Rejects Senate Deal That Could End Partial Shutdown
Travelers over the weekend experienced more long lines at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints after House Republicans rejected a deal passed by the Senate that could have ended the partial government shutdown. TSA workers may still soon get paid though, due to an…
— CBS News
‘The Alarm Bells Are Going Off’: Air Travel Hits New Lows
A few weeks before his second term began, President Donald Trump promised a “golden age of travel.” More than a year later, however, it is far from that. This week’s deadly crash in New York and the eye-popping lines at airport security checkpoints are the latest in a series of failures…
— Politico
Lodging
Great Wolf Lodge Family Resort Guide Why Families Love Staying Here
Family trips are supposed to be fun, memorable and a little bit magical, but if you’ve ever planned a trip with toddlers, kids, teens or a mix of all three, you know the logistics can feel like a full-time job. You need to schedule activities for multiple ages, find meals that don’t turn into…
— USA Today
What’s a Condotel? Or an Aparthotel? Here’s Why It Matters for Your Next Trip
In travel, as in life, we rarely stop at naming something plainly when we can give it a baffling portmanteau instead. Enter two dueling terms travelers are increasingly encountering while booking accommodations: the aparthotel and the condotel. They sound interchangeable, read like…
— Fodor's Travel
Three Decades Later, Tokyo’s ‘Lost in Translation’ Hotel Remains Cinematic
After a 19-month closure and top-to-bottom overhaul, the Park Hyatt Tokyo reopened in December. On its own, that wouldn’t be particularly remarkable. Hotels close for refurbishment all the time. But this specific property has a certain mythology, says Colin Nagy, a Los Angeles-based…
— The Washington Post
Other and Odd
Top Picks for Slow Travel Destinations in Asia
Digital travel platform Agoda invites travellers to embrace the art of slow travel with its curated list of Asian destinations. These locations offer a chance to immerse oneself in local culture, enjoy leisurely exploration, and connect with the heart of each destination. As travelers increasingly…
— Focus on Travel News
Travel Insurance 101: When It's Worth Buying and How to Find the Best Policies
In 2026, booking a trip at home or abroad can feel laced with uncertainty. Conflict in the Middle East is causing flight disruptions across the globe, while frequent government shutdowns in the US are leading to unprecedented wait times at the airport. Amid the travel chaos, some…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Today in History
Seward's Folly
On this day in 1867, the U.S. Senate purchased the territory of Alaska from the Russian Empire for the sum of 2 cents per acre, or $7.2 million (approximately $110 million in 2009 dollars). Russia knew the territory as Alyeska…
— Travel Research Online
Publishers Corner
Make No Mistake?
by Richard Earls
Sunday March 29, 2026
 Mistakes get a bad rap. Experience may be a rough teacher, but you tend not to forget the lessons. My father consoled me with one of his aphorisms: "If you are not making mistakes, you are not trying hard enough."
When we make a mistake, we are taught to apologize. Good advice. If we are not smart enough to admit our mistakes and apologize for them, we implicitly explain their origin all too clearly. But simply apologizing for mistakes under-values their worth. The reason experience is valued as a life coach is precisely due to our propensity to err. To screw up is human. If mistakes are such a fundamental part of the human experience, it makes sense to embrace them with resignation if not enthusiasm.
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
7 Reasons Why People Procrastinate and How to Overcome Each One
 Procrastination silently sabotages goals, deadlines, and peace of mind. Whether you’re delaying a work project or putting off exercise, the habit stems from specific psychological triggers. The good news? Each reason has a practical antidote. Here are seven common culprits and targeted strategies to beat them for good.
1. Fear of Failure
The brain equates starting with the risk of looking incompetent, so it chooses safety in delay.
**Overcome it:** Adopt a “progress over perfection” mindset. Commit to just five minutes of work—momentum often follows. Reframe mistakes as data: “What can I learn?” This lowers the emotional… — Travel Research Online
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