America Turns 250: A Guide to the Coming Festivities
Girl Scouts singing folk songs, a flag-waving party and a Times Square ball drop are among the planned Semiquincentennial celebrations. Source link
The New Wild Card on Travelers’ Itineraries: Uncertainty
Politics, military action and climate change have increased risk for destinations that once seemed like sure bets, forcing travelers to change how they plan. Source link
For Travelers in 2026, Prices Are All Over the Map
Luxury travelers can expect to pay more than they did last year, while budget travelers might get a break. Source link
In Europe, the Allure of Summer Travel Keeps Dimming
A big shift to spring, fall or even winter vacations in touristy, hot-weather cities like Barcelona, Florence and Athens shows no signs of slowing down. Source link
The New Wave in Wellness Travel: Sound
Wellness destinations are catering to guests with live music, vibration treatments and special domes built to calm nerves and soothe frazzled spirits. Source link
Getting Travel Rewards Is Getting Easier
Program updates and new navigation tools help travelers negotiate the increasingly complicated universe of points. Source link
At Check-In, Your Face Is Increasingly Your ID
Facial recognition at security and immigration checkpoints and gates could ease airport hassles, even as the technology raises privacy concerns. Source link
What Do Young Travelers Want? Exclusive Experiences.
More millennials and Gen Z-ers are planning trips around experiences, and the industry is responding with concerts, dinners and V.I.P. events. Source link
Travel Trends in 2026: Uncertainty, Face Scans and ‘Microvacations’
Global travel is surging. So is international apprehension. Here’s a look at what travelers can expect in the coming year. Source link
Travel’s Latest Buzzword: ‘Microvacations’
Travelers short on vacation time are embarking on one- to three-day trips that take advantage of time zones and credit card points. Source link