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01/24/2025

01/23/2025

Think that hotel ice bucket is clean? Think again. Check out this article to see what experts say!

If you need ice to cool your drink down in a hotel room, you’ll likely grab the ice bucket and head to the ice machine down the hall. But wait — should you? Here’s what some epidemiologists have to say.

01/22/2025

Stay safe and eco-friendly outdoors! Learn how to avoid harmful chemicals in your travel gear—read this article for tips!

When traveling outdoors, the safety and sustainability of your travel gear matters as much as its functionality. The growing concern in this context is that of the presence of PFAS chemicals in travel gear. We have a few tips to avoid such harmful chemicals and enjoy an eco-friendly outdoor trip.

01/21/2025

Discover Wistman’s Wood, an ancient, moss-covered forest in Dartmoor National Park, England. Step into this mystical remnant of history!

Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England, hosts a mystical and otherworldly forest. Wistman's Wood, one of Britain's highest-altitude oak woodlands, is what remains of the ancient wildwood that once covered much of Dartmoor's landscape thousands of years ago.

01/20/2025

Mexico delays its $42 tourist tax for cruise passengers to July 1 after industry pushback. Read this article for more details!

Facing strong pushback from the travel industry in general, and the cruise lines in particular, Mexico has postponed a new $42 tourist tax on cruise passengers by six months, from January to July 1.

01/17/2025

Amsterdam’s leaning houses, tilting like dominoes, create a cityscape straight out of a Dr. Seuss story. Read more in this article!

Amsterdam's cityscape, with its narrow houses tilting at various angles like rows of dominoes frozen mid-fall, at times looks like a scene from a Dr. Suess story.

01/17/2025

01/16/2025

Explore Madeira’s dramatic landscapes, from volcanic peaks to sea-level pools and historic aqueducts.

A subtropical island in the Atlantic, Madeira has rugged volcanic mountains that rise above the clouds, natural swimming pools down at sea level and more than 1,900 miles of historic aqueducts tracing the landscapes in between.

01/15/2025

Step into a winter wonderland with 15 stunning photos from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest.

Get into the winter spirit with these images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest

01/14/2025

Forgot your ID on travel day? Don’t panic—check out this article to learn what to do before your flight.

On a travel day, there are few things worse than getting to the airport and realizing you don’t have your ID. Here’s what you should do if you lose your ID before a flight.

01/13/2025

Craving adventure? El Chaltén, Patagonia’s hiking hub, is the perfect spot to explore Argentina’s stunning mountains, lakes, and waterfalls.

If you have a craving to get up close and personal with Argentina’s stunning mountains, waterfalls, and lakes, look no further than El Chalten.

01/10/2025

Planning your 2025 adventures? Check out these 25 bucket list destinations to inspire your next trip!

It’s the end of the year, which means it’s time to start planning how you’re going to use PTO in 2025! Below are 25 bucket list-worthy destinations to inspire your next vacation. Let's get started!

01/10/2025

01/09/2025

Travel is becoming more inclusive with accessible trails and specialized excursions for travelers with disabilities.

From specialized excursions to accessible trails, travel experiences are increasingly geared toward meeting a broader range of needs.

01/08/2025

AI itineraries and budget long-haul flights are shaping travel in 2025. Read more about upcoming trends in this article!

AI itineraries and budget long-haul flights are among the key developments set to influence travel in the year ahead.

01/07/2025

Costa Ricans love their country but often overlook their capital. Discover why it’s worth a visit!

There’s a strange fact about Costa Rican people – while they’re enormously proud of their beautiful country, they cringe when you mention the capital.

01/06/2025

Once overlooked, Vancouver now shines with amazing food, wine, culture, and activities between the Pacific Ocean and the mountains. Discover 5 reasons to visit!

Until the 2010 Olympic Games brought it to the attention of the world, Vancouver was a quiet British Columbia city that was often forgotten when planning vacations.

01/03/2025

Starting January 8, travelers to the UK from non-European countries, including the U.S. and Canada, will need the new Electronic Travel Authorisation. Read this article for details!

File under “One more thing your travel advisor will be telling you about next time you visit the UK.” Beginning January 8, travelers to the United Kingdom from non-European nations, including the United States and Canada, will need to take an extra step.