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A Tourist’s Guide to the Coldest Places In America

Too Long; Didn’t Read America packs in all kinds of cold-weather fun, from city festivals to wild, remote places.  Top spots to check out: Urban Ice: Fairbanks, AK (Northern Lights, dog sledding), International Falls, MN (Icebox Days); Duluth/Marquette (lake-effect snow, ice caves). Mountain Escapes: Crested Butte, CO/Taos, NM (skiing, unique landscapes); Mammoth Lakes, CA (volcanic […]

Graduate by Hilton Debuts in Texas

Graduate by Hilton has officially opened its doors in Dallas, marking the brand’s first hotel in Texas. Situated in Highland Park, directly across from Southern Methodist University (SMU), the 93-key Graduate by Hilton Dallas brings together mid-century modern architecture, Texas ranch-style design, and Graduate’s signature collegiate and maximalist charm. Highlights include a vibrant lobby lounge, […]

Delta’s First Flight to Morocco Takes Off in October

Delta is expanding its African network with new nonstop routes from Atlanta, including its first-ever service to Marrakech, Morocco, starting October 25. The airline is also adding seasonal service from Atlanta to Accra, Ghana, beginning December 1, to meet peak winter demand. Since launching service to Africa in 2006, Delta has remained committed to connecting […]

Hyatt Centric Anjuna Goa Set to Open in Early 2027

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans for Hyatt Centric Anjuna Goa, which will be a significant addition to Hyatt’s Classics Portfolio in one of India’s most vibrant leisure destinations. Slated to open in 2027, the property is currently under construction and will be managed by Nile Hospitality. Located in Anjuna, North Goa—a destination renowned for […]

Aurora Expeditions Expands North American Sales Team

Aurora Expeditions has announced two new appointments as part of its continued growth in the North American market. Anthony Iozzia has been named sales director, Northeast and Key Accounts, and Erick Valdes has been appointed director, Midwest and Key Accounts. Together, they bring over 40 years of combined experience in travel, tourism and hospitality to […]

Allegiant Announces New Nonstop Routes to 12 Cities

Allegiant Travel Company has announced seven new nonstop routes connecting 12 cities across the country, including a new destination: Fort Myers, Florida via Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $49. The new routes, launching this fall, will provide convenient, nonstop service […]

Teldar Travel Launches in the U.S. With Ed Jones as Director of Sales

Teldar Travel has announced its official launch in the United States. A subsidiary of European hospitality leader Accor and part of the Gekko Group, Teldar Travel offers a booking platform exclusively for travel advisors, providing access to over two million accommodations worldwide. To spearhead this strategic expansion, the company has appointed seasoned travel industry expert […]

Security Fears Reshape Global Travel Plans

The majority of the world’s most experienced travelers (63 percent) said government travel advisories affect their destination choices at least a moderate amount, according to the summer 2025 edition of the “Traveler Safety and Sentiment Survey” conducted by Global Rescue. The study reveals that government-issued travel advisories significantly influence where people choose to go—and where […]

Princess Cruises Unveils Details of “Love Boat” Themed Cruise

Princess Cruises has announced that fan favorites Cynthia Lauren Tewes and Charo will join “The Love Boat Celebration at Sea” aboard Regal Princess, sailing November 16–23, 2025, on a seven-day Western Caribbean voyage. Tewes, who portrayed the charming and resourceful cruise director Julie McCoy, and Charo, known for her guest-starring role as entertainer April Lopez, […]

Beaches In Canada: Unexpected Diversity

Too Long; Didn’t Read Canada has the planet’s longest coastline. It stretches an amazing 240,000 km. Forget what you think you know about beaches here.  Expect surprising variety: Warm Atlantic waters: Swim at Parlee Beach (NB) or hear “singing sands” on PEI. Vast freshwater shores: Visit Wasaga Beach (ON), the world’s longest freshwater beach, or […]