Nations Hike Tourist Taxes; Italy Penalizes Weekend Visitors

A growing number of popular tourist destinations, including Italy, Greece, Japan, Spain, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Netherlands, are implementing or increasing tourist taxes and fees to combat overtourism, fund infrastructure, and protect local communities and environments. While the specific mechanisms Read More …

AAA Tips: Prepare For Holiday Road Trip

As nearly 39.4 million Americans gear up for Memorial Day road trips, AAA is ready to assist thousands of stranded motorists. Last year, AAA responded to more than 356,000 roadside emergencies. The most common calls were flat tires, dead batteries, Read More …

Newark Outages Cause Widespread US Chaos

Here are four important points from this situation: While recent technical issues at Newark Liberty International Airport have presented some challenges, affecting travel in major hubs like Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, and Chicago, this situation is bringing crucial attention to the Read More …

USA, Mexico, Turkey, Spain, UK & Others On Alert

Canada has added France to its list of travel caution destinations, aligning with existing U.S. Level 2 alerts for France, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Italy. The advisories cite increased risks of terrorism, civil unrest, and violent Read More …

Time’s Up: Real ID Is Now Required

Today (May 7, 2025) the federal government will begin enforcing Real ID requirements nationwide for state-issued identification like driver’s licenses to board domestic flights. The TSA will no longer accept non-compliant IDs. Enhanced IDs issued by Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Read More …

Safe Travels: No-Passport Summer Vacations

Forget crowded airports and currency exchange – “no-passport vacations” are the hottest trend this summer, with American travelers eager to explore incredible destinations right here in the United States. Recent reports show a surge in domestic travel, with 60% of people wanting to Read More …

Princess Celebrates Start Of Alaska Cruise Season

Delightfully carrying more guests to Alaska than any other cruise line, Princess Cruises begins its 2025 season in less than a month with seven amenity-filled ships, five pristine wilderness lodges and an expanded catalog of renowned cruisetours, visiting five awe-inspiring Read More …

Viking Announces Float Out of Newest Egypt Ship

Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Amun—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to sail in September 2025, the Viking Amun will join Read More …

Happening Now: Cunard Adventure Awaits Sale

Cunard is launching the “Adventure Awaits Sale” from April 17 to April 30, 2025, offering travelers significant savings on select voyages. The sale provides up to 50% off launch fares for the first two guests in a booking, making Cunard’s Read More …