Finding “Peace, If Not Paradise” Along the Silk Road, Aboard the Golden Eagle
Our first stop in Uzbekistan was Shahrisabz, the 14th-century birthplace of Emir Timur, the nomadic conqueror and national hero also known as Tamerlane. He founded the Timurid Empire and, over a period of 32 years, invaded an area now divided into 25 countries. At Timur’s Ak-Saray Palace, we craned our
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Nicaragua Travel Guide
For decades, travelers seeking sun, sand, and the supreme biodiversity of the most pristine ecosystems in the Americas have passed over Nicaragua for neighboring Costa Rica. However, as Nicaragua is celebrating a coveted spot on Travel + Leisure‘s list of the 50 best places to visit in 2025, that finally
European regulator finds Google not compliant with DMA
The European Commission has said Google-parent Alphabet has failed to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) regarding Google Search. The regulator has sent Alphabet, which was designated a gatekeeper under the act in July 2023, its preliminary findings that “certain features and functionalities of Google Search treat Alphabet’s own
Hotels with cool resort fee perks
As far as we’re concerned, we’d love to see the end of resort fees. They’re the daily surcharge (its other aliases might be destination fee, amenity fee, etc.) that many hotels add to your stay to cover some of the property’s amenities, from the gym and the bottles of water
How Morocco Is Navigating Its Surf Tourism Boom
As surf tourism continues to grow on Morocco’s coast, Bella would like the Indigenous Amazigh culture to be showcased more, even if it’s through something as simple as the meals served: “Those surfer breakfasts with avocado toast—you can eat that in Australia, America, and Indonesia—but we should also preserve our
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8 Life-saving Hiking Essentials Experts Say to Pack
It’s been almost two years since the traumatic day when I had to be rescued while traveling solo in South Africa. While I can’t remember what I ate for lunch yesterday, that sunny Monday morning in Table Mountain National Park is forever etched into my memory. I did a lot
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PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: DerbySoft, Ixigo, UATP, Veltra and more…
Here’s our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. DerbySoft’s executive hires DerbySoft has restructured its executive team to drive growth in the hospitality sector, merging its connectivity and marketing solutions units into a unified hospitality business unit. Duane Overgaard was named
Why it makes sense to have both Amex Platinum cards
The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express have established themselves as the cards to have if you’re interested in luxury travel benefits. With an overlapping rewards structure and similar benefits, it’s logical to question which of the two is the best for you.
Where to Shop Now in Lisbon
With more and more travelers growing savvy to the charms of Portugal over the last decade—not to mention the many expats chasing the dream of a “golden visa”—Lisbon has never been more popular. And yet the capital remains steadfastly itself, convivial, and easygoing but also unabashedly stylish. This is thanks
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Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC in New York City
Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC The $40-million renovation included a redesign of the rooftop, with a 45-foot-long heated outdoor pool. If you want to splurge, opt for the Poliform Penthouse, which has a huge fireplace and gorgeous Hudson River views from 30-foot, floor-to-ceiling windows. It’s hard to beat the Gansevoort’s location, with
