
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,

Vacasa considering higher offer from existing shareholder
Vacation rental platform Vacasa is back in play as shareholders have been made a higher offer of $5.25 per share to acquire the company. While Casago had announced its intention to acquire the beleaguered company back in late December for $5.02 per share, the new offer from Davidson Kempner Capital

National Plan for Vacation Day: Here’s the Best Way to Book Travel
Tuesday, January 30 is National Plan for Vacation Day and therefore the ideal time to start thinking about your next getaway. According to a recent survey, more Americans are prioritizing travel in the year ahead, with 50 percent planning to travel more than they did in 2023. While the desire