May 22, 2025
Travel Stories
When is the Jamaican Rum You're Drinking Not Jamaican?
It’s only champagne if it’s from Champagne. Ham from Parma is equally exclusive. And now, some rum producers in Jamaica...
Trafalgar Expands From Land Touring into River Cruising
Beginning in 2026, fans of Trafalgar tours have another way to enjoy the expert guidance, meaningful local experiences, cultural immersion...
A Whole New River Cruise Destination as AmaWaterways Launches 1st Colombia Ship
AmaWaterways has debuted the AmaMagdalena, the first-ever major river cruise line ship to navigate Colombia’s Magdalena River. The launch opens...
Cruise to the Total Solar Eclipse in 2026!
On August 12, 2026, we are in for a rare and remarkable celestial event – a total solar eclipse -...
What's the Castle Capital of the World... Outside Europe?
Castles top the list of sights we want to discover when we travel. They let us walk in the very...
Big Changes at the World's Most Popular Museum!
More people visit the Louvre in Paris than any other museum in the world. The French President has announced a...
Norwegian Aqua has Arrived!
Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship has arrived in North America ahead of its christening – and its Aqua Slidecoaster, the...
New Hiking Trail in Sydney, Australia Offers Fresh Perspective on Iconic Harbor
Sydney’s one of the most famous harbor cities in the world. From the beautiful natural harbor that is central to...
Four Seasons Yachts Picks "Celebrity" Captain for Inaugural Ship
Four Seasons Yachts is set to debut in January 2026, and when its first small-ship, ultra-luxury vessel takes to the...
Slainte! This City in Scotland Celebrates 850th Anniversary
Scotland’s so-called ‘Second City’ takes center stage in 2025 as it celebrates its 850th birthday. If you’ve only been to...
1 in 3 People Make Critical Errors Booking Their Own Travel Online
We’ve written before about a few of the many reasons it’s valuable to work with an expert travel advisor, and...
Hotel in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Villa on the French Riviera Celebrates Anniversary of The Great Gatsby
It’s been a hundred years since the masterworks of American literary luminaries living in France in the roaring 20s epitomized...
Beyond the Nightclubs: World Heritage Reasons to Visit Spain’s Balearic Islands
Before Ibiza earned its reputation as the world’s hot spot for beach club nightlife and its electronic dance music scene,...
Stay in 5 Real-Life Hotels in Thailand Where They Filmed ‘White Lotus’ Season 3
From Hawaii to Sicily, and now to Thailand, the hit HBO dramatic series The White Lotus has captivated viewers and...
Aruba, Antigua, and the Dominican Republic: New Resorts to Try on Your Next Caribbean Vacation
What’s better than a mid-winter getaway? The chance to test-drive a new resort before any of your friends, or try...
This Popular Ocean Cruise Line is Launching River Cruises!
If you love Celebrity Cruises on the seas and have always thought of taking a river cruise, mark 2027 on...
Important Passport Advice For Travel this Year
Don’t let this happen to you! I know a family who recently missed their holiday – and lost nearly everything...
Attention Cruise Travelers: Save During Wave!
Welcome to Wave Season! Wave after wave of promotions, offers and perks that make booking your next – or your...
‘Cultivate’ Your Green Thumb in the Gardens of Britain This Year
The coldest weeks of the year inspire dreams of lush blooms and garden idylls, which just happen to be the...
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France’s Christmas Miracle: Spectacular Reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris After Fire
Restored to its former glory and beyond, Notre Dame de Paris has risen from the ashes of a 2019 fire...
How to Get the UK's Mandatory, New Electronic Entry Permit for Your Next Trip to Britain
Beginning January 8, 2025, American and Canadian travelers to the United Kingdom will be required to apply - in advance...
Belmond Launches First Luxury Sleeper Train in England and Wales
The Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train, is a new way to indulge in slow travel in the lap of luxury....