In this week's air travel developments, the government rescinded its mandatory flight cutbacks for U.S. airlines as record passenger numbers are expected over the Thanksgiving period - although some flyers may have changed their plans during the recent spike in cancellations and delays; Southwest Airlines enhances passenger check-in procedures; the Transportation Department drops a proposed mandate for airlines to compensate passengers whose flights face lengthy delays; Delta ends a California transcontinental route, and Frontier pulls out of Palm Springs; JetBlue adds two more European destinations,
Long-term travel is the ultimate dream for many Americans, whether it's working remotely in Europe, learning a new language in Latin America, or embracing a slow-paced beach life in Southeast Asia. But visa restrictions often cut those dreams short, forcing travelers to shuffle in and out of countries on tourist permits. Luckily, a surprising number of countries now offer visa-free stays, extended tourist visas, or digital nomad visas that let Americans remain for up to a year with minimal hassle.
Fans' strong emotional attachment to favorite characters and celebrities leads to a desire for proximity. Travel to locations significant to fandom helps fans feel like part of the story - a source of meaning. Fans describe these pilgrimages as providing a sense of homecoming to a place that is new but familiar. The location is invested with the symbolism of something special and sacred, no matter how mundane it seems.
The first thing I notice when I walk into the oasis is the temperature drop. Then, I hear the birdsong and the rustling of the palm trees. The harsh sun dims and there's water and the smell of damp earth. It's easy to understand why desert travellers yearned to reach these havens and why they have become synonymous with peace.
Network Rail said a large section of the railway south of Peterborough will be closed between Saturday and Sunday. This was due to in-cab digital signalling being installed as part of a 1.4bn East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP), which aimed to create greener, safer and more reliable journeys for passengers. As a result, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) will have rail replacement coaches between Peterborough and Bedford, where customers can join train services to London St Pancras.
I've been on over 20 cruises in the last 10 years, and always have another one on the horizon. Over the years, I've accumulated an array of helpful travel tips, but my favorite hacks go beyond the usual advice like downloading the cruise line's app and packing a lanyard. Here are five unconventional cruise tips I swear by that make life on board easier, more comfortable, and more cost-effective.
My partner and I took an overnight train ride from London to Scotland on the Caledonian Sleeper. We splurged on the Caledonian double en-suite, which came with a shower, a toilet, and a bed. I didn't get much sleep, but this beat a flight. I'd do it again, but only under a few conditions. In my opinion, there's something alluring about the idea of an overnight train ride -
The historic Southern California resort first opened in February 1888, and entering the landmarked Victorian building feels like stepping into a storybook. I could just imagine why an author as whimsical as Lyman Frank Baum, the man behind The Wizard of Oz series, felt so inspired there. Baum wrote at least three Oz books at "The Del," as it's affectionately known, between 1904 and 1917.
A young group of teens stood on top of a rocky ledge, some fearful, some excited, some just egging their friends to jump. Their trepidations were warranted - it's not every day you're faced with a drop of about 30 feet above the surface of a pool of water. But inevitably, each brave adolescent took the leap and gasped for a few seconds of unnerving airtime before gravity plunged them into the cool freshwater below.
The answer is yes, but with a caveat. According to the 2024 SITA Global Baggage Report, the airline industry loses about $2 billion annually due to lost or mishandled luggage. So, lost luggage payouts are certainly happening at a grand scale, no doubt about it-but the individual payouts are sometimes a fraction of the value of the lost items. Per the U.S. Department of Transportation, airlines are liable for up to $4,700 per person for lost luggage on domestic flights
Let us now praise foraminifera. Tiny maritime creatures, too simple to be classified as animals but absolutely alive, they grow protective shells like microscopic mollusks and attach themselves by the billions to coral reefs. They live and feed happily there until they die and the ocean pulverizes their shells to powder. It's hard to pick out a single foraminifera on its own, but collectively these single-cell organisms,
It was Ramadan, and in Zanzibar - outside the tourist area - this meant closed restaurants, shuttered groceries, and recommendations to refrain from even drinking water in public until after dark. The cultural norms, so normal for our hosts and neighbors, were way out of our comfort zone and, unfortunately, our realm of understanding. Still, my family of four made it our mission to connect with our Tanzanian neighbors.
The walk begins at Bond Street Station. Step out onto Davies Street and you're immediately in the heart of Mayfair, where the first festive showstoppers appear: Claridge's and Annabel's. Claridge's is known for its classic, glamorous Christmas tree and elegant facade, while just down the road Annabel's delivers one of the most extravagant decorations in London each year. Both are unmissable and set the tone for the festive journey ahead.
When booking that warm-weather winter vacation, where you stay is paramount to snowbird success: You're looking for a sun-drenched slice of paradise where you don't have to think about much else besides still or sparkling, beach or pool. The hotels on this list-dotting temperate locations from Antigua to the Maldives -each offer something for everyone, whether that's all-inclusivity, proximity to nature, or luxe spa treatments.
When the Grand Sumo Tournament arrived in London this October, the city reacted as if a global pop star had touched down. For five days, the Royal Albert Hall transformed into a dohyō (sumo ring), alive with roaring crowds. It was a collision of worlds: ancient Japanese ritual unfolding in a Victorian concert hall usually reserved for symphony orchestras. Sumo's first visit to London in 34 years sparked an electric response.
Europe's efficient trains and buses are legendary, connecting major cities with impressive speed. But for travelers who dream of discovering the continent's true soul-the hidden villages, scenic vineyards, and breathtaking landscapes that exist between the capitals-a rental car isn't just an option; it's the ultimate key to freedom. With services like Localrent, comparing offers and booking the perfect car is quick and effortless-all sorted before the journey even starts.
Flight attendants typically spend 60 to 90 hours a month in the sky, so when they rave about a suitcase, we pay attention. They know luggage regulations, airports, and overhead bins like the back of their hand and take all of them into consideration when shopping for a suitcase to use for work or on their personal travels. Across the board, the luggage that flight attendants choose to leave five-star reviews for shares certain key qualities:
Visiting Tokyo for the first time can feel like stepping into the future and the past at once. This vast, ever-shifting metropolis is all about contrasts: centuries-old shrines tucked beside glass towers and quiet gardens a few train stops from the neon storm of Shibuya. It is precisely this tension between modern spectacle and quiet tradition that makes Tokyo endlessly captivating.
I was on my way to Hong Kong for business, just as I had done three times in the past six months. But smoke coming from the plane had me thinking this would be my last flight. The flight was already very delayed. I was one of the last to board. It was then delayed for another hour. The crew said the plane was overweight, and they were taking luggage off it.
Pembrokeshire's wide-open horizons, exhilarating coastline and stunning seascapes feel like freedom itself. Renting a cottage here is the perfect tonic for busy bees, with days spent in the fizzing surf, clambering up gorse-clad cliffs and munching on lobster sandwiches in hidden coves that are silent but for the trill of seabirds and crash of waves.
After a few seconds, what I saw surprised me -- an itinerary that looked strikingly close to what I had spent hours building last fall, including hotel recommendations. The sights included museums that I did indeed see, like The Met and the MOMA, things to do, like a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, and a handful of restaurants I couldn't miss. The number one hotel recommendation was the actual one I chose for my last trip.
Social media has become an increasingly vital communication tool in modern tourism marketing, driven by the rapid advancement of mobile internet and smart tourism infrastructure (Li et al., 2021; Leung et al., 2023). Compared with traditional social media, its information dissemination presents the characteristics of fragmentation, timeliness, and social fission (Ho et al., 2012). In recent years, numerous studies have found that tourism information on social media can help enhance tourists' desire to travel (Zhao & Zhou, 2021; Cheung et al., 2022). Tourism information quality is the extent to which it satisfies travelers' needs (Yeap et al., 2014), which is mainly divided into content quality (relevancy, value-added, completeness, timeliness, and interestingness) and non-content quality (amount of information, page design).
It's a momentous time to talk about the best places to go in the US: In 2026, the country will celebrate its semiquincentennial birthday. America probably looks a bit differently right now than our forefathers could have predicted when they founded the United States a whopping 250 years ago-I imagine they'd have some notes for us (for what it's worth, I have some notes for them too).
All vehicles will be rebranded as CIT Signature Transportation. Hiring will begin soon, with Quad Cities operations expected to launch before the end of 2025. CIT Signature Transportation is honored to expand into this market and continue the Iowa-based, family-owned standard of service the region has known and trusted since 1988. CIT Signature Transportation currently operates in Ames, IA, and Des Moines, IA; the Davenport site (within the Quad Cities) will become its third base of operations.
Set within the rolling dunes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the seven-and-a-half-mile Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive takes travelers through magnificent woodlands, sandy ridges, and sweeping overlooks along the shores of Lake Michigan. The drive honors the late lumberman and conservationist Pierce Stocking and begins just south of Glen Lake before winding upward through thick hardwood forests. During the journey, visitors can stop at 12 viewpoints that showcase the area's diverse scenery.
Found among the islands of Vanuatu, Port Olry Beach takes top spot as the world's most paradise-like beach thanks to its divine combo of natural tropical scenery, convenient facilities, and lack of crowds.
Hannah, a cabin crew member from Chicago, shared her quick hack on TikTok, which she says she does in "every hotel room" she checks into to ensure it's bed bug-free. And that's simply breathing all over her hotel bed. "Bedbugs are attracted to your carbon dioxide that you breathe out," she explained in her quick hack video alongside her uncle, who is also a longtime flight attendant. "So, I flip up the corners [of the hotel or home's mattress] and start [breathing] on the bed."
Guido Porrati had the swagger of a politician, greeting his customers with megawatt charm. "Ciao!" he shouted as he waved goodbye to a nonna who had just left ParlaComeMangi, his artisanal deli in Rapallo, on the Ligurian coast of Italy, with a bag full of groceries. There was much to choose from: local wines, tins of anchovies, farm-fresh eggs, and buffalo mozzarella.
Now, the company is expanding the AI-powered search tool within Google Flights globally to help people quickly find affordable destinations. To get started, users need to describe where, when, and how they want to travel. Flight Deals will then use AI to display the best bargains available. Flight Deals is now rolling out to more than 200 countries and territories worldwide, including the U.K., France, Germany, Mexico, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, and Korea.
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