KETCHIKAN, Alaska (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – It was supposed to be the Alaskan port town’s biggest tourist season yet. Ketchikan was expecting more than a million visitors this summer, many of them arriving at a newly built dock that juts …
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When it comes to global travel documents, the U.S. passport has historically been one of the strongest of its kind. In fact, it ranks in the top 10 most powerful, according to the Henley Partners Passport Index, and those who …
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The Port of Seattle has canceled its request for proposals for a joint investment to build and operate an estimated $200 million cruise facility at Terminal 46 due to demand uncertainty stemming from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The port suspended …
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As we all know, the travel world has changed considerably over the course of the past five months. Our experience is no different. Having traveled to Mexico in mid-June, visiting 13 resorts in seven days following the reopening of many …
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A tourist walks by a Mona Lisa poster outside the Louvre Museum in Paris on July 20. (Photo by Mehdi … [+] Taamallah) NurPhoto via Getty Images The airline industry’s international trade group says it will be 2024 before global …
Baby Boomers, Eager To Travel, Endure ‘A Lost Year,’ While Demand Builds Read more »
A Federal Maritime Commission official is recommending amending the agency’s regulations for cruise lines pertaining to their refund policies. On Monday, FMC Commissioner Louis E. Sola released an interim report containing recommendations to create a uniform standard that is clear …
Tennessee State Sen. Katrina Robinson appeared to have a bright political future. At 39, Robinson gained political power at a young age and was viewed as a vocal leader in Tennessee’s political environment. However, Robinson could face decades in prison …
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Although certain small ships have resumed operations this summer, most ocean vessels that sail to or from United States ports are suspended through Sept. 30, according to the C.D.C.’s extended No Sail Order. Still, many cruise lines are delaying their …
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Viking World Cruise will set sail to six continents and 27 countries over the course of a 136 day trip around the globe next year. Viking Ocean Cruise Viking While most of of us are stuck at home daydreaming about …
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For megaresort lovers, Royal Caribbean may be the ultimate cruise line. The line’s biggest ships are more than 20% bigger than any other cruise vessel afloat, and they’re chock-full of more restaurants, bars, entertainment zones and attractions than you’ll find …
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