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Paris Insider: Local 101 Beaupaire Opens in the 10th

Somewhere between a boutique hotel and a well-curated friend’s apartment sits Local 101 Beaupaire, the newest opening from hospitality entrepreneurs Alma Bremond and David Siklos in Paris’ 10th arrondissement, steps from the trending Canal Saint-Martin with its chic boutiques and crowd-pleasing bars, cafés, and restaurants. The pair bring diverse, international backgrounds in design and hospitality […]

The U.S. Airlines Most Likely to Mishandle Your Bag

More than one million checked bags have been mishandled by U.S. airlines in the first six months of 2026, according to newly released government figures. The latest Air Travel Consumer Report, issued by the US Department of Transportation in August, contains new data covering flight delays, cancellations, baggage, wheelchairs and scooters, oversales and consumer complaints. […]

Alaska Airlines Kicks Off Anniversary Celebration With 50th Nonstop Destination

Alaska Airlines is commemorating 40 years in San Diego with a major milestone: the launch of the carrier’s 50th nonstop from San Diego International Airport. The new seasonal route to Loreto, Mexico, takes off Dec. 19, just in time for a warm winter escape to one of Mexico’s most tranquil coastal destinations. Tickets are available now […]

Nexion Travel Group President Jackie Friedman Announces Retirement

At Nexion Travel Group’s annual conference CoNexion, held this year in Austin, TX, Nexion’s President Jackie Friedman publicly announced her decision to retire. Friedman will continue to lead the company until her official retirement date in Spring 2027. “It has been an incredible honor to help Nexion become the best host agency in the travel […]

Norwegian Bets Big on Great Tides Waterpark to Rev Up Demand

Norwegian Cruise Line’s long-awaited waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay is officially in business. Great Tides Waterpark welcomes its first cruise guests with a grand opening celebration September 4, following a preview event earlier this month on the line’s 270-acre private Bahamian island. The nearly six-acre park is anchored by the 170-foot Tidal Tower, home to […]

Carnival Launches Spend-Based Carnival Rewards Loyalty Program

Carnival Cruise Line has launched Carnival Rewards, a new loyalty program that awards both redeemable points and status based on how much guests spend with the line rather than solely on how often they sail. The program replaces Carnival’s Very Important Fun Person Club, which determined status by nights sailed for more than a decade, […]

How Difficult Is an Everest Expedition? Challenges, Risks & Preparation

Climbing Mount Everest is considered one of the greatest achievements in mountaineering. The tallest mountain in the world is Everest, which is 8,848.86 m (29,031.7 ft) above sea level. Each year, hundreds of climbers strive to reach the peak and the process requires months of preparation, years of experience, good physical shape and the skills […]