Tag: #HiddenGems
Where to Go in 2025: Chasing the Travel Trends
Get ahead of travel in the new year by learning where and how travelers will be hitting the roads and skies. Looking at some of the biggest names in travel—Hilton, Skift, SmartFlyer, and Virtuoso—there are some major trends shaping up Read More …
Oceania Cruises to Debut 1,250-Guest Riviera in Alaska in 2025
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is offering more than a dozen immersive explorations of Alaska in 2025, taking travelers beyond typical tourist sights to discover the unique perspectives, local culture, soaring glaciers, and pristine wilderness Read More …
Travelers Can Craft Their Own “Miracle Heart” at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
The AAA Five-Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit introduces a new workshop for guests to commemorate their stay with a traditional Mexican craft. The “Corazón de Milagritos” (miracle hearts) workshop invites guests to embark on a cultural journey to learn about the Mexican Read More …
Seabourn Modifies 2025 Itineraries
Seabourn has revamped the Seabourn Encore’s spring 2025 itinerary to explore Southeast Asia, Japan, Hawaii, the Panama Canal, and the Mediterranean. This new route features 36 destinations across 18 countries, including 18 never-before-visited ports. The ship will also make its Read More …
Before The Cruise Options: Airbnb vs Hotels
The latest analysis by Upgraded Points compares the average nightly costs of Airbnbs and hotels across 100 of America’s largest cities. “Hotels have long been the go-to choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience, but Airbnb has grown in popularity as an Read More …
Princess Cruises Offers Historic USA Tour
Princess Cruises is offering a 15-day combined cruise and land tour in 2025. The “Historic America” portion lets you explore American history before a scenic Canada & New England cruise. You’ll visit Washington D.C., Colonial Williamsburg, Philadelphia, and more before Read More …
Lost Luggage Service Ensures Peace Of Mind
Costa Cruises offers peace of mind to European travelers flying to their cruise embarkation port by launching their new “Lost Luggage Concierge” service in collaboration with SosTravel.com. (SOS travel, by the way, has an app you need to have when Read More …
Dondra Ritzenthaler Takes the Helm as Chief Executive Officer of Azamara Cruises
Azamara Cruises, a small-ship cruise line we love for its Destination Immersion® and Extended Destination Days, celebrates the beginning of a new chapter as Dondra Ritzenthaler officially begins her role as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. A travel industry veteran with Read More …
China Welcomes Tourists with Open Arms and Open Wallets
The China National Tourist Office (CNTO) has announced a major improvement for foreign visitors: a wider range of safe and convenient payment options. This move, implemented on March 14, 2024 by government officials, aims to streamline the travel experience and Read More …