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Explora Journey has made a huge splash in the cruise market and I would say is changing luxury cruising for the better.  Luxury cruising is not usually where travelers look for a bargain. But a new collection of preferred fares for select Explora Journeys sailings offers something worth paying attention to 25% off the current […] Read the rest of this article at Explora Journeys Private Fares Take Up to 25% Off Luxury Cruises.

If you’re traveling to Tanzania for a safari, climbing Kilimanjaro, visiting Zanzibar, or combining all three, there’s a new expense and entry requirement you’ll need to know about. Beginning October 1, 2026, Tanzania will require many international visitors to carry government-approved inbound travel insurance. The new policy costs $44 per adult and is separate from […] Read the rest of this article at Tanzania Adds Mandatory Travel Insurance Requirement Starting October 1, 2026.

If you’ve been considering a Swan Hellenic expedition cruise, this may be one of those rare instances where my being on a ship can actually save you money.  I’m currently sailing with Swan Hellenic, and while I’m onboard I have access to Swan Hellenic’s Book On Board offer, providing an additional 5% to 10% savings […] Read the rest of this article at I’m Sailing Swan Hellenic Right Now & You can Save 5-10% On Your Next Booking.

Bali has no shortage of luxury hotels. You can stay in sprawling resorts in Nusa Dua, private pool villas in Ubud, or newer design-focused properties scattered along the increasingly busy coast. But after staying at The Legian Seminyak, Bali, I was reminded that sometimes the best luxury hotels aren’t necessarily the newest. They’re the ones […] Read the rest of this article at Hotel Review: The Legian Seminyak Bali. Superb Luxury & Comfort.

Atlas Ocean Voyages is back with another aggressive sale, and there are some genuinely good values here. Which is somewhat surprising as Atlas continues to move up market and charge more on most departures.  This time, select 2026 and 2027 voyages are discounted by as much as 58%, with deals stretching from the Caribbean to […] Read the rest of this article at Atlas Ocean Voyages Sale: Cruises From $1,999 and Antarctica From $8,999.

Oceania Cruises, a luxury cruise lines with less than 1200 guests per ship is inviting Gluten free adults and those with Celiac disease to come and travel with them! Offering the first ever Gluten free sailings. This is a game changer for the million of people who live daily trying to find gluten free options. […] Read the rest of this article at Oceania Cruises Announces First Entirely Gluten Free Cruise.

One of the knocks against airline elite status today is that upgrades seem harder than ever to get. Premium cabins go out full, airlines sell more upgrades than ever, and even top-tier elites often find themselves staring at the waitlist instead of champagne in business class.  That’s why I was pleasantly surprised when an upgrade […] Read the rest of this article at How My Alaska Airlines Upgrade to Rome Cleared Just 60 Minutes Before Departure.

When planning a trip, most travelers focus on flights, hotels, and transportation. But once you arrive, what are you actually going to do when you get there? Sit in a hotel room? Walk around aimlessly or go on vacation? That’s where Viator comes in. Viator is one of my favorite tools for finding tours, excursions, […] Read the rest of this article at Save 10% on Viator Tours & Activities with Exclusive Promo Code.

Every time an airline takes delivery of a new long range jet, I catch myself asking the same question: where could they actually fly this thing? Route planners live in the world of aircraft range and great circle distance, but most of us only ever see a brochure number and a pretty marketing map. I […] Read the rest of this article at The Flight Range Atlas: See Where Any Airliner Can Actually Fly.

More than 110 new Hyatt hotels arrive in 2026, but the list reveals where Hyatt is really placing its bets. The full rundown, brand by brand. Read the rest of this article at Hyatt Opens More Than 110 New Hotels In 2026 (The Full List).

NOAA expects a below-normal hurricane season just as Caribbean rates hit their annual lows. The smart money books fall now, with a safety net attached. Read the rest of this article at NOAA Just Made Fall Caribbean Trips a Smart Bet.

This week I FINALLY had my chance to fly Singapore Airlines’ A380 Suites from Frankfurt to Singapore, and it’s one of the most unique first class experiences I’ve had. I’ve flown Singapore Airlines B777 First Class years ago. I liked it, but I also asked if it was overrated. Well, this time, I was like […] Read the rest of this article at Singapore Airlines A380 Suites: Frankfurt to Singapore Review.

For nearly a decade, American Airlines insisted that seatback screens were yesterday’s technology. Why install expensive entertainment systems when everyone carries a smartphone, tablet, or laptop? TV Screens are dead on short haul flight, that was the way of US Airways management that took over American Airlines and TVs were dead This week, the airline […] Read the rest of this article at American Airlines Admits What Travelers Knew All Along: Seatback Screens Matter.

Alaska Airlines is doubling down on its international ambitions and European expansion. Just months after launching Alaska Airlines first ever long-haul service to Europe including new destinations Rome, London, Reykjavik  the Seattle-based carrier has announced Athens and Paris for summer 2027. The additions further cement Seattle as Alaska’s global gateway and move the airline another […] Read the rest of this article at Alaska Bets Big on Europe With Athens and Paris Service from Seattle.

If you’re staying at a luxury IHG hotel and booking directly through the brand website, you may be leaving hundreds of dollars in value on the table. The best-kept secret in luxury travel is IHG Destined, an exclusive preferred partner program that provides complimentary perks at participating hotels worldwide for the same rates often available […] Read the rest of this article at IHG Destined: Free Upgrades, Breakfast, and Resort Credits.

I recently flew Alaska Airlines’ new nonstop service from Seattle (SEA) to Rome (FCO) in business class. As an Alaska loyalist and frequent traveler, I was excited to experience one of the carrier’s newest long-haul routes. It was my first time on Alaska’s 787 and our upgrade cleared from economy to business class! A great […] Read the rest of this article at Alaska’s New Seattle to Rome is Great, But the Catering Needs Serious Work.

There are plenty of bucket-list remote destinations in the world and I love to visit them and write about deals for them! We’re talking about places like Antarctica, The Galápagos, East Africa during the Great Migration, Svalbard and more.  Then there’s Raja Ampat. The last paradise on earth! Or at least some would claim. And […] Read the rest of this article at Why Raja Ampat Might Be the Best Expedition Cruise You’ve Never Considered.

If you’ve got travel planned on WestJet this August weekend, there’s a good chance your plans have already been disrupted. With cabin crew walking off the job, WestJet says approximately 250,000 passengers will be impacted, and hundreds of flights have already been canceled. What makes this labor dispute particularly interesting is that WestJet has now […] Read the rest of this article at WestJet’s Strike Offer: Generous Proposal or Not Enough?.

Japan’s cherry blossom season is a popular and can be an expensive time to visit Japan, yet this deal makes it affordable and easy! Every spring, travelers from around the world flock to the country hoping to catch the brief but spectacular display of pink and white blooms that transform parks, temples, riversides, and city […] Read the rest of this article at 2027 Luxury Japan Cherry Blossom Cruise from $4,169.

When people ask me which Antarctica cruise line offers the best combination of luxury, service, and expedition experience, Seabourn is always near the top of the list. The challenge has typically been the price. Seabourn’s purpose-built expedition ships deliver an exceptional onboard experience, but fares have often placed them firmly in the ultra-luxury category and […] Read the rest of this article at Seabourn Expeditions: South America & Antarctica Sale from $7,000!.