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Beach Vacation Tip: What You Need to Know About Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Before your trip

Most of us are pretty careful about sun exposure when we travel on beach vacations these days. It’s hats and sunscreen all the way to protect our skin from the...

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Four Seasons Opening A New Resort in Another Caribbean Destination

Sea & Sand Caribbean

The newest Four Seasons resort will change the face of one of the Caribbean’s most popular islands.  Famous for affordable, all-inclusive beach resort vacations, the Dominican Republic’s latest resort will...

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And the Top Tourism Attraction in Europe This Year Is...

Sightseeing Ireland

Not the Eiffel Tower. Not Rome’s Colosseum. Or even Barcelona’s magnificent Sagrada Familia cathedral by Gaudi. The attraction voted Europe’s best in awards dubbed the “Tourism Oscars” also earned the...

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This UNESCO Site Just Got One Step Closer... to Completion

Culture & History Barcelona, Spain

Did you know there’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site that isn’t even finished yet? Many churches in Europe are World Heritage Sites… but most of them are hundreds, even a...

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6 Resorts Where You Can Celebrate Mexico's "Day of the Dead"

Local Events

Til death do you party! Dia de los Muertos is a cherished Mexican holiday honoring the memories of loved ones who have passed away. Coming just a day after Halloween,...

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Caribbean Lobster Festivals for Seafood Lovers' Travel Lists

Local Events

It’s shorthand for luxury cuisine, but lobster eaten fresh at the source can be also be casual, street food, family dining and fun! That’s the premise behind lobster festivals in...

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A New Nature Reserve and More Hotel News From Aruba

Hotels

Aruba’s hotel and resort scene is more alluring than ever. The Dutch island in the south Caribbean is known for its desert environment, perpetual tradewinds that shape its iconic divi...

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Digital Fasting: Why You Should Go Device-Free on Your Next Holiday

Awesome Travel Stuff

Word this summer of the introduction of the world’s first phone-free tourist resort island in Finland highlighted a growing holiday trend: digital fasting.  You read that right. Wellness travel has offered...

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Christmas Markets, NYE, Ice World and Gala Balls: Why Visit Vienna in the Winter

Local Events

Don’t wait til spring or summer to visit Austria’s capital. Some of its most unique experiences take place during the frosty months, where one-of-a-kind local events warm your heart and...

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Oceania Cruises Unveils Inaugural Season for Allura

Set sail with Oceania Cruises' latest sensation, the Allura. Dive into 92 destinations, indulge in the finest gourmet experiences, and enjoy unrivaled luxury from spacious staterooms to unmatched onboard amenities....

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These Resorts have been Named Top in the Caribbean for the 30th Time at the 30th World Travel Awards

Sea & Sand Caribbean

30 times in 30 years. That’s an incredible vote of confidence in the resort chain named “The Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand” for the 30th time at the 30th annual World...

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The Best Way to Experience the Most Romantic River in Europe

River or Ocean Cruises

It is extraordinarily charming to cruise any of the rivers of Europe, but they call it “The Romantic Rhine” for a reason – at least three reasons! And on my...

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Oktoberfest on the Beach? Yes, You Can!

Local Events

Every year, beer lovers look forward to the month that celebrates friendship over a stein of brew. The original Oktoberfest has returned full strength and has also inspired a world...

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New Ships Debut on Two Sensational Rivers: France’s Rhone and the Nile

River or Ocean Cruises

More and more travelers are tuning in to the charms of river cruising through the hearts of some of the world’s most fabulous destinations. Two new ships have just debuted...

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Here a Ship, There a Ship, Everywhere a New Ship

River or Ocean Cruises

August, 2023 may go down in the cruise travel history books, with the launch of an exceptional number of new, ground-breaking ships that inspire us to take to the seas...

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You Can Join the Biggest Search for Scotland's Loch Ness Monster in Half a Century

Adventure Scotland

Scotland’s most famous legend… may not remain a mystery for much longer. A new Loch Ness Centre at the famous lake in the Scottish Highlands is promising to unleash the biggest...

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Where do Expedition Cruises Sail? And Where Will You be Able to Go Next?

Adventure

Many people have heard about luxury expedition cruises to the Antarctic. But there’s a whole world of expedition cruising out there you may never have heard of.  Cruise/ travel journalist and...

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Is a Luxury Expedition Cruise Right for You? An Expert Explains

River or Ocean Cruises

Luxury expedition cruising is one of the fastest-growing trends in cruising - but who really sails on these voyages? And more importantly, are they right for you? Maybe it's time...

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Romance Under the Stars: Couples-Only Caribbean Resort Introduces a Stargazing Concierge

Sea & Sand Caribbean

Away from all your cares – and the bright lights of the city - at home, there may be nothing more romantic than being at a beach resort under the...

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Accessible Travel is Taking a Giant Leap with this New Airplane Seat for Wheelchairs

Transportation

Wheelchair users and those who travel with passengers with reduced mobility know the challenges of flying – and how often things go wrong. But now there’s great news about an...

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Viking Becomes the First River Cruise Line to Sail Year-Round in Europe

River or Ocean Cruises

Viking has announced a new river cruise itinerary, debuting in December, 2023, making it the first river cruise line to operate year-round on Europe's rivers - which comes with some...

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Hyatt Launches a New, Luxury All-Inclusive Resort Brand That’s Adults-Only

Hotels

Luxury yacht transfer to a romantic island resort? Check. Butler service? Check. Terrace whirlpools and fully stocked in-room bars? Check. That’s just a taste of what the new “Impressions by Secrets”...

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Top Travel Activities that Boost Your Wellbeing

Wellness

The newest data reveals exactly what activities you do when you travel have the biggest and best impact on your mental wellbeing. Let’s talk first about the importance of booking that...

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Get Up Close to an Epic Wonder of Nature at this Iceberg Festival

Local Events

Many people cruise to Alaska in the hopes of sailing past mystical and mythical icebergs, but in one special place in the world, the icebergs come to you – so...

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