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Regent Seven Seas Cruises' New Shore Excursions Immerse You in Ecology, Design

River or Ocean Cruises

Calling all design lovers and eco-wanderers! Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises has launched two new shore excursion concepts. “Behind the Design” and “Eco-Connect” shore excursions roll out beginning...

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10 Amazing New Museums to Visit in the U.S. in 2022

Culture & History

From cultural giants like George Lucas and Bob Dylan, to New York’s Broadway or America's mountain peaks, to milestones in Latino and African American heritage – not to mention spellbinding...

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Cruise Travelers to the Great Lakes Could Soon have a New U.S. National Marine Sanctuary to Visit

Outdoor Activities

Cruises in the Great Lakes are spiking in popularity, and a proposed new National Marine Sanctuary adds to the many attractions of a Great Lakes cruise. The Lake Ontario National...

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First-Ever, Statewide Waterfall Trail in the U.S. Opens Just in Time for Summer

Adventure

Kick off summer on a quest. For the very first time, a statewide trail helps active travelers get off the beaten path, connecting them to over two dozen waterfalls across...

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The Best City to 'Go Parking' on a Romantic Vacation

Transportation

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we thought we’d resurrect that retro, ‘50’s dating cliché with a travel twist. Instead of poodle skirts and romance in a souped up convertible in...

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3 Caribbean Luxury Golf Resorts Where you can Up Your Game this Winter

Sea & Sand Caribbean

Is it time to change winter blues for island “greens?” The ideal outdoor, distanced, leisure activity, golfing got a shot in the arm over the last couple of years. Even less...

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Take Flight in a Microlight Aircraft above Africa’s Victoria Falls

Adventure

It’s one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. And the world’s largest waterfall. Africa’s Victoria Falls on the Zambezi river on the border between...

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Top Tips to Avoid Baggage Blues

Before your trip

Are you worried about delayed, misplaced and missing baggage on your next trip. Don’t worry! We've got your back with essential tips to make sure your holiday isn’t ruined by...

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The Hotel Chain Carrying on 75 Years of Pan Am Style

Hotels

It was three-quarters of a century ago when the founder of uber-chic, trend-setting icon of mid-century jet-setting Pan Am decided to launch a hotel chain to bring its super style...

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Why More and More People are Giving the Gift of Travel this Season

Awesome Travel Stuff

‘Tis the season for good cheer, family togetherness and dreams coming true… and for us, that all adds up to travel. More than ever before, this may the year to...

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3 Caribbean Luxury Golf Resorts Where you can Up Your Game this Winter

Sea & Sand Caribbean

Is it time to change winter blues for island “greens?” The ideal outdoor, distanced, leisure activity, golfing got a shot in the arm over the last couple of years. Even less...

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The Top 5 List of the World's Most Expensive Shopping Streets Just Got a Shakeup

Shopping

Travel and treating yourself to luxury shopping go hand in hand for many, so this year’s list of the world’s most expensive shopping streets may help you plan a retail...

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New Hotels in Short Haul Destinations for your Next Escape

Hotels North America

Looking for inspiration for your next holiday close to home? These new hotel openings are the perfect excuse for a short haul vacation in an all-new environment. From sophisticated urban centers...

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You’ll Love This New Generation of Private Island Resorts

Sea & Sand

There’s a new generation of private islands. One that creates an environment for guests to vacation their way to becoming their best selves. Scratch any impressions you have of private islands...

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New Hotels in Short Haul Destinations for your Next Escape

Hotels North America

Looking for inspiration for your next holiday close to home? These new hotel openings are the perfect excuse for a short haul vacation in an all-new environment. From sophisticated urban...

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Get Refreshed at the Most Fabulous Fountains in Europe this Summer

Rest & Relaxation France

Imagine your ideal European summer escape. Chances are, one of the sounds you hear is the splashing water of a fountain in the town square on a lazy afternoon. From...

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A New, Underwater "Ocean Highway" for Galapagos

Outdoor Activities Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

At 2021’s Climate summit in Glasgow, something pretty extraordinary for one of the natural world’s greatest treasures happened. Neighboring countries Ecuador, Colombia, Costa Rica and Panama got together and agreed...

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Celebrate Christmas in the Holy Land

Local Events

It may be the ultimate holiday trip: a visit to the land of the original Christmas story, especially during the holiday season. For many, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to sites referenced...

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Belmond Debuting New 'Barge' for Luxury Micro-Cruises in Champagne, France

Luxury Champagne, France

This may be the smallest type of cruise possible. Luxury travel company Belmond is building another mini-river cruise ship. This one will sail just 6 guests through the legendary Champagne...

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Another River Cruise Line to Begin Sailing on the Douro in Portugal

River or Ocean Cruises Portugal

Douro river cruises are among the fastest-growing itineraries in European river cruising, and one river cruise line is building a new ship to join the rush to Portugal. Beginning in...

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Hit the Summer with this Travel-Inspired, Rum-Infused Salad Recipe from Antigua and Barbuda

Sea & Sand Antigua and Barbuda

It’s officially summer, and the season spells festive get-togethers and celebrations in the sun and the heat. Well, you can take a cue from a year-round hot-weather destination and spice...

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Why More and More People are Giving the Gift of Travel this Season

Awesome Travel Stuff

‘Tis the season for good cheer, family togetherness and dreams coming true… and for us, that all adds up to travel. More than ever before, this may the year to...

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The World's Top Luxury Train Journey is Closer to Home Than You Think

Transportation North America

The phrase ‘World’s Leading Luxury Train’ evokes images of glass-domed rail cars revealing breathtaking vistas, gliding through otherwise-inaccessible landscapes that awe pampered travelers within. It’s the romance of travel at...

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Buenos Aires, Tango and More Reasons to Visit Argentina

Sightseeing Argentina

Spring in the northern hemisphere is a wonderful time to visit Argentina as the southern hemisphere cools down from summer heat. From Argentina’s remote mountain ranges, to wine regions and...

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