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When I’m traveling, I become a cultural chameleon. I love a good pilsner when I’m in Prague, red wine in Tuscany, and a cheese course in France. For a cheese-lover, savoring Europe means savoring its cheeses — they’re not only part of the cuisine, they’re part of the culture. And some cultures — including French, […]

If you haven’t been living under a rock, you’ve likely heard the tune of the viral Jet2 holiday meme running through both your algorithm and your brain on repeat.  Set to the 2015 Jess Glynne song “Hold My Hand,” the viral meme of the summer tells us that “nothing beats a Jet2 holiday.” Originally an […]

From surprise baggage fees to other passengers’ questionable seat behavior, Upgraded Points‘ latest study is uncovering where calm prevails when it comes to traveling, and where tempers turn stormy. “Travel is meant to be an adventure, but even small hiccups can turn it into a headache,” said Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points. “By finding the states […]

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has announced the first of its 2027-28 deployment openings, offering guests the opportunity to explore awe-inspiring destinations aboard the fleet of mission-built expedition ships. The 2027-28 season features voyages across seven continents, designed to connect travelers with wildlife, wild places and local communities in ways that are authentic, enriching and respectful. Pairing […]

Some guests sailing aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America found themselves unexpectedly stranded ashore in Hilo, Hawaii this past Tuesday, following an emergency evacuation triggered by a tsunami warning. The situation unfolded after an 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck east of Petropavlovsk, Russia, prompting the State of Hawaii to declare a state of emergency and initiate […]

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced additional details for its private island transformation on Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas, headlined by a nearly six-acre Great Tides Waterpark opening in summer 2026. From cliff jumps and jet karts to swim-up bars and splash zones, the expansion of the island’s offerings is designed to elevate every […]

SH Minerva is now back in the Swan Hellenic fleet. Following routine maintenance and preparations to Swan Hellenic’s usual standards, the ship will set sail in November to join its sister ships SH Vega and SH Diana in Ushuaia, where it will begin the 2025–2026 Antarctic winter season. Then, in March 2026, the ship will launch Swan Hellenic’s […]

JetBlue and United Airlines have completed the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) review of “Blue Sky,” allowing them to move forward with the partnership. Earlier this year, both airlines had revealed plans to link their loyalty programs. More details will be shared in the coming weeks as JetBlue and United begin implementation of their Blue […]

Guatemala has reported an increase in international visitor numbers, welcoming 1,610,904 travelers between January and June 2025. This represents an 8 percent rise compared to the same period in 2024, highlighting Guatemala’s growing appeal as one of Central America’s most sought-after and safest destinations. Accessibility continues to be a key driver of this growth, with […]

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Elon Musk-founded The Boring Company announced plans this week for the Music City Loop, a privately funded underground transportation system intended to link downtown Nashville with Nashville International Airport (BNA) in approximately 8 minutes.  The project represents the latest effort to address growing congestion in one of the country’s […]