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The Wide World of Sparkling Wine: How to Order Like a Local

If you’re the kind of traveler who believes every destination (in fact, every good moment in life!) becomes even better with a glass of something effervescent (excellent life choice), this...

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Is the Slow Travel Trend For You?

It’s official: ‘FOMO’ is out. And ‘JOMO’ is in. After years of racing through “bucket lists,” something quieter is reshaping travel. We’re no longer chasing the Fear of Missing Out...

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Cuisine to Caftans: Latest Cultural Heritage of Humanity Listings Inspire Travel

Culture & History

For the first time, a country’s entire cuisine has been recognized as part of the “Intangible Cultural Heritage” of humanity. It was an astonishing moment at the announcement of UNESCO’s...

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Jamaica Asking Visitors to Return as Island Reopens Following Hurricane Melissa

Sea & Sand

Visitors are crucial to local communities as they recover following October’s Hurricane Melissa, the strongest ever recorded storm to hit the country, with devastating results. The focus now is rebuilding...

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Christmas Quirk: Global Holiday Traditions Worth Traveling For

Local Events

Christmas has traveled around the world – and along the way, it’s picked up local flavors, traditions and folklore. You may have traveled to sip gluhwein at Germany’s Christmas markets,...

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This Year’s European Christmas Capital is…

Local Events

Rekindle your love of Christmas traveling to the official – yes, official! - European Christmas capital. Each year, the Christmas Cities Network, with support from the European Parliament, designates a different...

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Swap Stress for Serenity this Season with Locally-Inspired Wellness Escapes in Latin America

Wellness

Marriott hotels and resorts are inviting you to escape and unwind in the Caribbean and Latin America through personalized treatments, healing rituals, therapies using natural ingredients, immersive sensory experiences, and...

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The Best Way to Avoid Crowds on a Cruise to Santorini

Outdoor Activities Santorini, Greece

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise guests are getting a private beach escape on one of Greece’s most famous – and famously busy - islands. The new Royal Beach Club Santorini...

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Cracking Down on Bad Jet-iquette

Transportation

It feels like air travel is more turbulent than ever! From “gate-lice” crowding the boarding zone, to out-of-control kids, to disturbing incidents of “air rage,” inconsiderate and bad-tempered people seem...

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Bali Beyond Beaches

Sightseeing Bali

Indonesia’s most storied island, Bali, has been a symbol of uniquely tropical Asian exotic culture, romance and adventure for centuries. A generation of backpackers and surfers brought Bali’s beaches to...

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5 Best Places in the World to Celebrate Diwali

Local Events

Every autumn, Diwali, the Festival of Lights rooted in Hindu tradition and also celebrated by Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists, illuminates cities and villages in India and beyond. The festival symbolizes...

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Return to Halloween’s Haunted Roots on a Trip to Ireland

Local Events Ireland

The Emerald Isle has always been a land where ancient practices are interwoven with the supernatural – and many of the fun and spooky Halloween practices we love today can...

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Mexico City’s Day of the Dead Grand Parade Returns

Local Events

On November 2, Mexico City will transform into a river of color, culture, and remembrance as the Day of the Dead Grand Parade returns for 2025, featuring giant skeleton puppets,...

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All Aboard a Tasting Train!

A new ‘olive oil’ train celebrating the fall harvest in Italy is the latest addition to a growing travel trend: combining a resurgence in the love of rail journeys with...

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This Hotel is Baking Space History

Hotels

In the year of the 50th anniversary of America's epic moon landing, new space history is being made. The first food is being baked in space, and it's the signature...

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How to Stay Cyber Safe with a VPN when you Travel

Before your trip

Cyber security is on everyone's minds these days, and travelers in particular can be vulnerable when they are on public wifi networks.Even in your own hometown, every time you login...

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Video: Sir Richard Branson Explains How He Does Cruising

River or Ocean Cruises Caribbean

The whole cruise travel world is watching as flamboyant entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson launches 'rebellious luxe' Virgin Voyages.BestTrip was there as the famous British lifestyles magnate shared his vision for...

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10 Reasons Why Guided Tours are a Top New Family Travel Trend

Escorted or Guided Tour

Even if you’ve never considered taking an escorted or guided tour before, this might be the best time to see why more and more people – and even families –...

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Hit the Holiday Weekend with this Travel-Inspired, Rum-Infused Salad Recipe from Antigua and Barbuda

Sea & Sand Antigua and Barbuda

It’s officially summer, and the big holiday weekend of the season spells festive get-togethers and celebrations in the sun and the heat. Well, you can take a cue from a...

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The World's First Underwater Ride Share: Now You Can Take a 'ScUber' in Australia's Great Barrier Reef

Outdoor Activities Queensland

Forget about 'surge' pricing on an Uber ride – how about 'submarine' pricing? Hailing a 'ScUber' in Australia's Great Barrier Reef will get you a $3000 AUD charge to your Uber...

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Getting 'Salty' in Anguilla

Culture & History

“Water, water, everywhere, but not any drop to drink.” Being surrounded by seawater takes on new meaning in the British Caribbean island of Anguilla, where locals are rediscovering the luxury destination’s...

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Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Opens in the Birthplace of Famous Fictional Monster

Culture & History Bath, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Over 200 years ago, a trail-blazing female author penned the novel that brought one of the first tales of the horror genre to life.This year, Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein...

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Where Every Gaming Teen Wants to Travel This Summer

Local Events Hong Kong

If your family has a teen who spends time immersed in electronic games, take heart! We've discovered the perfect summer holiday everyone in your family will enjoy.There's a vibrant summer...

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This European Wine Festival Only Happens 4 Times a Century - And It's This Summer

Local Events Switzerland

For oenophiles (and everyday wine lovers like you and me), it's a once in a generation opportunity to celebrate the wines of a country you might not even associate with...

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