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Dreaming of a road trip? 🚗 The Pan-American Highway is the longest motorable road in the world, stretching over 29,825 miles through 14 countries! Imagine all the cultures, landscapes, and adventures you could experience on this epic journey. Who's up for the challenge? 🌎

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Flying Lifebuoy drone coming to Cruise Ships.
The TY3R can hold 2 adults. The party ships of Carnival will be among the first to invest the big bucks needed for this Chinese emergency device.

Didiok Makings has launched the TY-3R Flying Lifebuoy drone, a groundbreaking innovation for water… LIFE-SAVING INNOVATIONDidiok Makings has launched the TY-3R Flying Lifebuoy drone, a groundbreaking innovation for water rescue. Merging quadcopter agility w...

Another view of Derinkuyu, a massive underground city in Turkey that once housed 20,000 people! Derinkuyu is almost 3,000 years old and was discovered accidentally when a man knocked down the wall of his basement. Upon arrival the archaeologists revealed that the city was 18 stories deep and had everything necessary for underground life, including schools, chapels and even stables.

More about the amazing underground city of Derinkuyu: https://bit.ly/3W9ufZf

not a bad idea actually.

Summer travel season just got a little more expensive. Next I expect overhead luggage bin surcharges.

These US Airlines Have Raised Their Checked Baggages Fees Plus, how to get around those pesky charges.

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The 24-Hour Flight Cancellation Rule: Your Guarantee for a Full Refund Book now, and ask questions later. That's our motto in the U.S., as the 24-hour flight cancellation rule requires airlines to fully refund fares canceled within 24 hours of booking.

Air travel tip #101: Redistribute the weight of your hopes and dreams (and extra shoes) from your checked luggage to your carry-on. Apparently, it's lighter if you carry it yourself! 🧳😂

So much to see in 2024. Happy Traveling!

When someone asks if Australia is big.

Air New Zealand may be starting a trend in airline safety. But there is also push back from those considering this an invasion in privacy.

An airline is asking passengers to weigh in before their flights The Civil Aviation Authority, the country’s industry watchdog, requires the data to help calculate the weight and balance of planes before takeoff.

Thinking of a Norway fjord cruise in the near future? Starting in 2026, only zero emission cruise ships can enter the famous fjords like Gairanger or Flåm. There are currently no major cruise ships that are electric. Consider booking this bucket list cruise for the next 2 years.

There Could Be A Stop To Popular Fjord Cruises In 2026 - The Norway Guide The Norwegian government made a decision to put a ban on any cruise ship that would pollute the fjord waters in all the fjords on the UNESCO World Heritage Site called The West Norwegian Fjords last year.

Move over Costa Rica, your competition has arrived.

This Tiny Country Is a Less Crowded, Less Expensive Costa Rica Getty ImagesThis is the latest in our series on underrated destinations, It's Still a Big World.I went to Honduras for one reason: I love outdoor adventures but hate crowds.For the past few decades, Costa Rica has worn the Central American crown in adventure travel, as it’s well-known for hiking, ...

Princess Cruises has a new experience for its Suite guests - 360. It brings the Mediterranean to whatever part of the world you are cruising. I'd like to go to a land based restaurant like this.

360: First Impressions | Princess Cruises 360 is a sight to see... and feel, smell, hear and taste! Hear from John Padgett, President of Princess Cruises and other special guests about their experien...

The whole country of Mexico says NO to smoking. 👏

Mexico Bans Smoking in Hotels, Beaches and All Public Spaces One of the strictest anti-tobacco laws in the world took effect in Mexico on 15JAN, with an immediate impact on tourists as it includes beaches and hotels, in addition to all other public spaces.

Free WiFi on most Delta flights beginning February 1st. This will bring about industry change to other airlines. A great investment in improving the flight experience. Love my hometown Delta!

Delta Wifi - Login & Get Unlimited Free Wifi on Delta Flights Delta airlines WiFi services are most efficient with their free and subscription plans. Know how to Login easily into Delta Airlines WiFi with a commuter-friendly way.

Have you heard of Turo? Instead of renting a car from Avis or Hertz for way too much-check out renting direct from a car owner at a big savings.

Everything You Need to Know About Using Turo, the Airbnb of Cars Thinking about renting a car with Turo? Here's everything you need to know, including how it works, what's covered, and why it's a good car-rental agency alternative.

What are the two best days to fly?? There are fewer fliers and cheaper seats on tuesdays and wednesdays. However-avoid the wednesday before Thanksgiving. The ideal travel week has you leaving on tuesday and returning wednesday.

As the cruising experience evolves, these are definitely old school experiences that newer cruisers are seeing as overrated. Good food for thought and consideration as you plan your next cruise. (....I will never give up my balcony cabin preference!)

Overrated Cruise Experiences - Tips for Travellers Overrated Cruise Experiences, as chosen by cruise passengers. Facilities, dining, cabins, activities and more that don't live up to the hype.

Qantas Airlines may be starting a trend. For $20 you can block someone from sitting in the seat next to you. This is a test run, on limited flights, but you can be sure all the airlines are watching.

How much would you pay for an empty seat next to you on a plane? What price extra personal space?

Here's a New cruise route. And it's on a small ship. January and February. Great way to visit Napa Valley.

American Cruise Lines will sail a California coastal/river cruise: Travel Weekly The small-ship line is offering four cruises that depart San Francisco and sail the San Francisco Bay, San Pablo Bay, Napa River and San Joaquin River.

Good tips for managing the frequent airline delays and cancellations. Especially - If you are flying a suddenly cancelled US carrier, try calling their Canadian or Mexican Hotline for faster service.

8 Ways To Make Flight Cancellations Less Frustrating Air travel has been a roller coaster lately. Here's what to do to make life easier if something goes wrong with your flight.

We do it to them so I guess they can't be blamed for doing it to us. Be prepared to pay a Visitors Fee of $7 a person to enter a European Union nation starting May 2023. More info on the online application form will be announced soon.
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This is tricky.

American Airlines’ Flight Attendants Are Asking for a Two-Drink Alcohol Limit in Economy The union thinks it could help curb unruly passenger incidents.

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A $550 a year conversation piece created by Dwight James, Delta’s senior vice president of loyalty. Decent perks.

Delta debuts limited-edition Amex Reserve card, made from a Boeing 747 Delta and American Express are debuting a limited-edition Reserve credit card made from a 747.

I love that my clients took their hometown newspaper on their last cruise for a photo op! Here are Dawn and Nikki enjoying a canal cruise in Ghent indulging in a Belgium beer and the Cape Gazette from Lewes, DE.

Life is great when you have Belgium beer and the Gazette During the last week of April, Dawn Buannic and Nikki Economou of Lewes took a river cruise from Brussels. They went from Belgium to Amsterdam and then to the Netherlands. Here are Dawn and Nikki enjoying a canal cruise in Ghent indulging in a...

Insider Traveler Tip #117:

Avoid foreign transaction fees by using a credit card that doesn't charge currency exchange fees. When using your card oversees, decline the option to pay in dollars instead of the local currency. You will get a much better exchange rate from the card issuer than you will from the restaurant or shop.