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3month ago

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How do you recreate the feeling of solo travel in everyday life?

Lately I’ve been really craving solo travel, but it’s just not possible for me right now. So I started thinking about what I actually miss about it and whether any of that can be recreated at home. Some things obviously can’t. I can’t disappear for weeks or be fully accountable...

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3month ago

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ABD Egypt trip canceled after full payment. Really disappointing first impression.

This was supposed to be our first Adventures by Disney and a huge senior year trip for my son. Two weeks after final payment, it was canceled with zero explanation. They refunded the money, but the only extra offered was a $500 ABD credit per guest. That’s under 5 percent of the...

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6month ago

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Southwest Airlines announces nonstop Anchorage flights for 2026 alaskapublic.org

Southwest Airlines announced it will begin nonstop flights to Anchorage, Alaska, in May 2026, marking the carrier’s first-ever service to the state. The new routes will connect Anchorage with Las Vegas and Denver, expanding Southwest’s reach into the northernmost U.S. market....

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6month ago

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Southwest Launching New Flights To One Of America's Most Stunning Destinations For The First Time Ever traveloffpath.com

Southwest Airlines is expanding its network to Alaska for the first time, launching new seasonal flights to Anchorage from Las Vegas and Denver beginning in May 2026. The new routes will give travelers direct access to Alaska’s breathtaking scenery — from glaciers and mountains...

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7month ago

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Big travel trends for 2026 katiecouric.com

Experts are saying 2026 trips are going to be bigger and bolder. National parks like Yosemite and Zion will keep drawing crowds, but people are also chasing more far-flung spots like Egypt, Peru, Morocco, Japan, and even Antarctica. Closer to home, Austin’s food and music scene...

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7month ago

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Iraq surprised me in the best way

I say this because the trip honestly stole my heart. Walking through Baghdad at night with the tea houses buzzing, seeing sunrise on the Tigris, standing at the ziggurat of Ur, it all felt surreal. The marshes were calm and beautiful, with water buffalo drifting past our boat....

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7month ago

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Roadtripped all the way to Alaska just to dunk in the Arctic Ocean

61 days, nearly 10,000 miles, and more gas stops than I care to count — all for the moment I stuck my head in the Arctic Ocean. Didn’t even swim, just a quick dunk, but still worth it. Along the way: 10 national parks, 9 ferry crossings, a new windshield, and more wildlife...

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7month ago

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Found the perfect uncrowded Amalfi Coast town that ceramics lovers dream about businessinsider.com

Fellow travelers, this piece from Business Insider stood out to me because it brought back wonderful memories of my own Amalfi Coast discovery. Like many, I initially planned to focus on Positano, but a local tip led me to Vietri sul Mare instead. I'm so glad I listened! This...

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7month ago

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Luxury Hotels in Scotland transformed my highland adventure coolhunting.com

For those dreaming of Scottish Luxury Hotels-related adventures, check this out. During my recent three-day escape to Scotland, I discovered that skipping the typical beach holiday for the misty highlands was one of my best travel decisions ever. The luxury hotels I experienced...

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8month ago

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How I turned a basic Pisa weekend into an unforgettable Tuscan adventure holidaypirates.com

Reading about Pisa Weekend Package made me pause and reflect on my recent 4-star weekend getaway to Pisa. Initially drawn by a similar deal with included breakfast and flights, I discovered that timing really is everything with these packages. While the iconic tower was...

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8month ago

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Summer Fun on Japan's Remote Islands could be exactly what many of us are looking for in our travel adventures. newsonjapan.com

I was surprised to read about summer fun on japan's remote islands today, especially about Shodoshima in Kagawa Prefecture. It's fascinating how these hidden gems in the Seto Inland Sea are getting attention from major travel publishers like Rurubu and Jalan News. The islands...

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8month ago

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Burner express is my unexpected VIP route into Burning Man 2025 sfgate.com

During my adventure travels this summer, I took a chance on the Burner Express from San Francisco to Black Rock City and it paid off big time. While my friends were stuck in a 31-hour traffic nightmare after a rainstorm, I breezed through on the Burner Express bus, complete with...

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8month ago

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What I witnessed during my adventure travel weekend sfgate.com

During a recent adventure trip to South Lake Tahoe, I expected hikes, lake views, and maybe a bear sighting or two, but I didn’t expect to see a real-life standoff between locals and wildlife officials. I was nearby when a mom bear and her cub were hazed up a tree after nearly...

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8month ago

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Found an United's Taiwan amazing deal theflightdeal.com

Scrolling through travel feeds, and boom, this on united: Boston to Kaohsiung, Taiwan. $604 basic economy, roundtrip, including all taxes. There's a significant difference in what you get with each fare: the $774 regular economy includes two checked bags and normal carry-on...

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8month ago

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Komodo National Park is More Than Just Dragons nzherald.co.nz

I stumbled upon this and thought it was worth sharing, there's a fascinating piece about Komodo National Park that goes beyond the usual dragon encounters. While most know it for the famous Komodo dragons, this Indonesian paradise apparently offers an incredible trifecta:...

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8month ago

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Southwest Airlines Announces New Ski Routes for the Upcoming 2025-26 Season snowbrains.com

Southwest Airlines announced new ski-focused seasonal routes for the 2025–26 winter, including Saturday-only flights from San Diego to Bozeman, MT, and Spokane, WA, starting March 7, 2026. These additions will give skiers and snowboarders better access to Bridger Bowl and Mount...

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8month ago

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Nepal Waives Climbing Fees for 97 Peaks to Boost Remote Tourism bbc.com

Honestly, I think this is a pretty exciting move by Nepal. Everest has become so overcrowded and commercialized that it’s lost a lot of its original appeal for me not to mention the safety and environmental concerns. The idea of exploring remote, untouched peaks in Karnali or...

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8month ago

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Hiking Through History in Granite, Oregon’s Living Ghost Town islands.com

I wandered into Granite, Oregon, expecting nothing more than a few crumbling buildings, but this tiny ghost town still has a heartbeat. Walking past the old schoolhouse, church, and weathered storefronts feels like stepping back into the gold rush days. With no stores or lodges...

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9month ago

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Kayaker rescued from Mississippi River near Tipton County, we were there.

We were actually in that area just last week, staying near Covington and thinking about launching our own kayaks from somewhere around Duvall Landing. The Mississippi is beautiful out there, but it’s no joke currents can change on you fast, and there’s not much margin for error....

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9month ago

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Finally found solid travel insurance for skydiving & cliff diving-Travelex Ultimate looks like the one usnews.com

Been digging through travel insurance again because I’m planning a pretty full-throttle trip next year skydiving, cliff diving, maybe some caving or scuba at depth. Honestly, it’s wild how many adventure-friendly plans actually exclude the good stuff unless you read the fine...

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9month ago

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Travellers be careful around Anchorage trail usatoday.com

I’ve done the Basher Trail a few times, and reading this gave me chills. That woman was incredibly lucky to have cell service and the presence of mind to stay on the phone while injured. Props to the rescue teams for finding her fast with a drone that trail can get remote in a...

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9month ago

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These national park hikes are almost too good to do just once afar.com

Reading this list of trails kind of makes me want to ditch everything and go full vagabond with a backpack. A few of these I've done Cadillac Summit in Acadia at sunrise was downright spiritual but some, like Sky Pond and the Skyline Loop at Rainier, are still firmly on my...

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9month ago

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Western North Carolina lands on top US adventure lists citizen-times.com

Love seeing Western North Carolina keep getting national shoutouts. The Gorge Zipline in Saluda snagging a top 10 spot again doesn't surprise me that place is intense and beautiful. And Bryson City's Nantahala Outdoor Center getting love for both rafting and overall outdoor...

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9month ago

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Rode the Monarch Crest Trail in Colorado and I still can’t stop smiling bikemag.com

If you’re even thinking about doing the Monarch Crest Trail in Colorado, just go. I finally checked it off my list last month and it was every bit the bucket-list ride people hype it up to be. I did the shuttle drop at Monarch Pass, and from the first mile it was a nonstop reel...

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9month ago

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Orlando is surprisingly close to some underrated national parks stacker.com

Honestly, if you’re in Orlando and have a few days to spare, Biscayne and Everglades are total no-brainers. Biscayne is one of those places that feels like a secret national park that’s mostly underwater, where you can snorkel coral reefs and kayak through mangroves. Meanwhile,...

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