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I’ve Lived in Italy 15+ Years — Here Are 10 Unspoken Rules to Follow When You Visit
After living in Italy for over 15 years, I’ve learned to adhere to the social norms and customs that prevail in this country, from how to dress to when to eat. As a visitor, it might take you a while to pick up on these unspoken rules, but the sooner

CEO Spotlight: Alberto Gutierrez of Civitatis
Alberto Gutiérrez, the founder and CEO of tours and activities marketplace Civitatis, had no business plan when he set out to build the company. Asked for his advice for travel startups, Gutiérrez attributed the success of the Spain-based platform, which was founded in 2008, to his ability to do a little of

InteleTravel Announces Acquisition of Global Events Agency MGME
Mega-host travel agency InteleTravel has successfully acquired the leading full-service global events agency MGME (McVeigh Global Meetings & Events). Coming off of last year’s acquisition of corporate travel alliance Hickory Global Partners, the move positions the Delray Beach, Florida-based agency to excel in the lucrative MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and

Romantic hotels near US cities for a weekend getaway
There’s a common misconception that you need to book a flight to experience honeymoon-worthy romance. Often, when couples envision a dreamy getaway (think: overwater bungalows, waterfront dinners and unforgettable views), they assume such wow factors can only be found overseas. But the reality is quite the opposite: It’s entirely possible

Forging Connection on a Group Hiking Retreat in Coachella Valley
The prick to my finger was fast and sharp, but my blood wasn’t being drawn by a nurse. Instead, the outstretched arm of a cholla cactus was the culprit. I had come to California‘s Coachella Valley for Sensei Porcupine Creek’s inaugural longevity-focused hiking retreat, and I’d been stabbed by the
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10 Comfy Skechers Shoes on Sale at Amazon
Whether you’re planning a street food tour in Hong Kong, a hike through a national park, or some high-step-count days at a Disney theme park, having comfy walking shoes is crucial. Skechers is known for its super comfortable footwear, and a variety of traveler-loved styles have just been quietly marked

PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: SITA, Sabre, Klarna
Here’s our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. SITA Aviation technology provider SITA has integrated IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio. Under its new name, “IPS a SITA company” delivers a range of passenger solutions like self-service bag drop systems,

Making the Most of National Plan for Vacation Day
If you’re like the majority of Americans, you’re likely leaving a lot of hard-earned time off from work on the table. Those untapped hours may even include some crucial paid time off allowing you to get away from the daily grind and experience new places without missing out on a

Deal alert: Two-for-one business class to Europe on La Compagnie
If you’ve been looking for a romantic escape, you’re going to want to check out this sweetheart of a deal from La Compagnie: A Valentine’s Day sale with two-for-one flights from New York to France and Italy. And honestly, this sweet deal is on my radar for travel well beyond

The Women Wranglers of Montana’s Dude Ranches
“You’re going to want to see this.” Monica Ellis, Lone Mountain Ranch’s head wrangler, points up the hill. A group of 15 wranglers—all but one, women—descend towards us with purpose and poise. Some are trotting on horseback, others swinging their arms to mimic a lasso motion, doubled up on tractors,