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New, Regal Suites and a Dior Spa For Scotland's Only Luxury Sleeper Train

Transportation Scotland

An overnight rail journey through the landscapes of the legendary Scottish Highlands on the Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train, is getting even more baronial. Two new Grand Suites will debut on...

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3 New Attractions That Bring New Perspective to Hong Kong's British-Era History

Culture & History

While travel was paused during the pandemic, Hong Kong kept evolving. Three attractions give new and returning visitors fascinating insights into the city’s British era. Two reinvent an iconic Hong...

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Flying's Never Been so Fun: Check Out these First-Class 'Hotel Suites' in the Sky

Transportation

Airlines are making it harder and harder to deny yourself the pleasure of first-class travel, especially on long-distance, overnight flights to Europe where you want to arrive feeling well-rested and...

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What Exactly is a Luxury Expedition Cruise? An Expert Dispels Myths About One of the Hottest Trends in Cruising

Adventure

What’s the real difference between a luxury, small ship cruise and a luxury expedition cruise? Many cruise travelers don't know what they’re missing. So cruise travel journalist Lynn Elmhirst sat down...

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The Wine Region You Can’t Miss on a Danube River Cruise in Hungary

Culture & History Hungary, Hungary

King Louis XIV of France called it the ‘wine of kings, the king of wines,’ but remarkably, this Hungarian wine remains under the radar for many wine lovers today. For...

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How These Hotels in Japan are Celebrating Cherry Blossom Season

Culture & History Japan

Early spring in Japan spells ‘sakura,’ or cherry blossom season, when the entire country is awash in the lacy, pale pink blooms on millions of cherry trees lining rivers, avenues,...

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More Than 150 New ‘Nazca Lines’ Discovered in Peru

Culture & History Peru

This ancient wonder of the world just keeps getting better – and more mysterious. Researchers have recently discovered 168 more geoglyphs carved into the ground in the Nazca region of Peru,...

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Hong Kong Wants to Buy You a Drink - and Toast its East-Meets-West Culture

Culture & History Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s doors are open to visitors again, and to celebrate, it’s offering travelers who come to the city in 2023 some ‘welcome back’ perks – plus, it’s unveiling a...

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First Ritz-Carlton Property in Italy Coming to Lake Como

Hotels

There are over 100 Ritz-Carlton ultra-luxury hotels in 35 countries - but amazingly, none in Italy, one of luxury travel's top destinations. That's about to change. This elegant hotel brand...

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The 7 Most Beautiful Beaches in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula

Sea & Sand Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is the most popular travel destination in the country, home to the legendary Riviera Maya and hot spots like Cancun, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen and Tulum, plus...

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Four Seasons Opens Resort on 3000-acre Pacific Seaside Nature Reserve in Mexico

Hotels

 The Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo recently opened in one of the most unique and rare locations: along a pristine, 6-mile stretch of coastline, part of a 3000-acre nature reserve on...

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Sailing Into Beautiful St. Barths

Luxury Saint Barthelemy, St. Barts

In a world of over-exposure, St. Barthelemy retains its luxe mystique as one of the most exclusive, most chic islands in the Caribbean. Off the beaten track, and with French flair,...

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On the Night Train: How to Jump On Board One of European Travel’s Hottest Trends

Transportation

Europe is banning short hopper flights in a battle against emissions. The move is sparking a rail revival – and particularly a renaissance of night trains. This is something to...

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DO MORE WITH VIATOR

Awesome Travel Stuff

Look no further than Viator to book your excursions anywhere around the world. Viator has everything from simple walking tours to extreme adventures (and all the niche, interesting stuff in...

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Calling all White Lotus fans!

Escorted or Guided Tour Italy

Explore Sicily and unearth the natural and historical wonders of this intriguing island, placed perfectly in the heart of the Mediterranean. With a sprinkling of Arab, Greek and Roman touches,...

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A Wine River Cruise that's Close to Home

River or Ocean Cruises Portland, Oregon

One of the top reasons many travellers take a European river cruise is for the wine. The banks of many of Europe’s rivers provide the perfect combination of drainage and sun...

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New Rules for Tourists in these European Destinations

Sea & Sand

Blame it on irresponsible influencers or out-of-control bachelor/ette parties. But some of Europe’s most beloved destinations are cracking down on masses of visitors whose actions are changing the local atmosphere...

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YYJ TO MEXICO

All Inclusive

Westjet Vacations is now offering weekly direct flights from Victoria to Mexico! Discover ancient ruins and cenotes in Riviera Maya. Catch some waves in Puerto Vallarta. Stay at fabulous all-inclusives...

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WHY USE A TRAVEL AGENT

Before your trip

There are so many advantages to booking with a Travel Agent...-Promotions, upgrades and more! Travel agents have access to preferred supplier promos that you simply won’t find online. I have...

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DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT: COSTA RICA

Awesome Travel Stuff

Surf, zipline, waterfalls, yoga, exotic animals, rainforests and beaches, the list goes on. COSTA RICA HAS IT ALL! Plus so many ways to stay: all-inclusive, fun-filled group tour or jungle...

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