State Dept. Reducing Passport Processing Times

The State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs is reducing processing times for passports to 4-6 weeks, down from our prior commitment of 6-8 weeks. This announcement comes after months of issuing passports well under the 6-8 week commitment. It showcases Read More …

Florida Is Third-Most Instagrammable In USA

A comprehensive study of Instagram hashtag data has revealed the most picturesque proposal locations worldwide, with Paris topping almost 800 other scenic destinations.  The study by online casino website Nieuwe Casino analyzed the Instagram hashtags ‘#[location]engagement’, ‘#[location]proposal’, and ‘#[location]engaged’ combined Read More …

Long Lines Cited As Top Flying Hassles

 A survey of America’s flying public indicates that long lines at security (61%), flight delays or cancellations (57%) and long lines at the airline terminal counter (41%) are the top three most common causes of delays or inconveniences they face Read More …

96.1% of Travelers Intend to Cruise This Year

Cruiseline.com and Shipmate have released the results of the 2024 Member Survey which studies participants’ intent to cruise in the coming year as well as their travel booking preferences. Over 7,000 travelers responded to the survey, with 96.1% reporting they have Read More …

Get To Know: Destination Dupes

The issue of over-tourism has reared its head once again; international travel is expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels this year. To help tourists avoid contributing to over-tourism and steer clear of the crowds, leading tour comparison site, Tourscanner has conducted a study to Read More …

Ten Reasons: Seabourn Arctic 2025

Seabourn Venture, a leader in ultra-luxury expedition travel, has revealed ten compelling reasons to explore Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland, and the Canadian Arctic in 2025. These immersive voyages offer scenic cruising through stunning landscapes, unique wildlife encounters, expert-led expeditions, and cultural 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 …

New And Improved: Summer Travel Packing Tips

Packing for vacation can be intimidating whether you’re going away for the weekend or on an extended trip. Read More …

Norse Atlantic Airways Celebrates Inaugural Flights from JFK to Athens

Norse Atlantic Airways, a budget-friendly long-haul airline, has launched its newest route connecting New York (JFK) to Athens with its inaugural flight on May 30, 2024. This new route offers travelers affordable fares starting at $199 one-way in Economy, making Read More …