Why Vintage Shopping Is Taking Off at Airports
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Why Vintage Shopping Is Taking Off at Airports

February 2, 2025
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When London stylist Bella Hignett went on a girls’ escape to Portugal last April, she knew one of her clients was in the market for a secondhand Louis Vuitton Neverfull tote. Yet the last place she expected to find one — in the exact size and fabric she was after

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Smartify adds £1.5M to boost visitor engagement at museums and galleries
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Smartify adds £1.5M to boost visitor engagement at museums and galleries

February 2, 2025
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Smartify, a visitor engagement platform for attractions, has raised £1.5 million. The investment in the company was led by Metavallan VC with Pembroke VCT also participating. Founded in 2015, Smartify wants to expand its international presence and use its SaaS platform and app to “revolutionize how museums and visitor attractions

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Why There’s Never Been a Better Time to Visit the Galápagos Islands with AdventureSmith Explorations
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Why There’s Never Been a Better Time to Visit the Galápagos Islands with AdventureSmith Explorations

February 2, 2025
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by Sarah Kuta Last updated: 11:35 AM ET, Thu July 18, 2024 If you’ve always had the Galápagos Islands on your travel bucket list, there’s never been a better time to book a trip with AdventureSmith Explorations. The small-ship cruise line is helping travelers make the most of their time

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Bilt Rent Day (Feb. 1): Avianca LifeMiles transfer bonus and more
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Bilt Rent Day (Feb. 1): Avianca LifeMiles transfer bonus and more

February 2, 2025
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Good news for Bilt Rewards members: Feb. 1 is another Bilt Rent Day. As on previous Rent Days, you can snag double points for nonrent purchases and play the “Rent Free” game. Bilt is also offering a status-based transfer bonus to Avianca LifeMiles, celebrating the opening of its first neighborhood

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Stargazing Along Tucson’s New ‘Astro Trail’ in Southern Arizona
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Stargazing Along Tucson’s New ‘Astro Trail’ in Southern Arizona

February 2, 2025
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Thanks to its unique combination of mountainous terrain, an arid climate, and minimal light pollution, the southern Arizona landscape offers pristine conditions for night sky viewing—whether you’re hoping to see a planetary alignment, meteor shower, or simply want to lie back and appreciate the Milky Way in all its glory.

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10 In-flight Anti-theft Travel Essentials, per Experts
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10 In-flight Anti-theft Travel Essentials, per Experts

February 2, 2025
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As a travel writer and frequent flier, I consider my flight the most thrilling part of the journey. This is especially true for long-haul international legs; I love stashing my stuff, ordering a glass of wine, putting on my noise-canceling headphones, and blissfully tuning out the cabin, eventually falling asleep

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STARTUP STAGE: GeoVero helps hotels gather guest feedback
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STARTUP STAGE: GeoVero helps hotels gather guest feedback

February 2, 2025
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geoVero GeoVero’s AI-powered technology collects feedback from guests through WhatsApp throughout their stay.  The U.S.-based startup, which was founded in early 2024 and is currently seeking seed funding, aims to help hotels turn satisfied guests into advocates to boost reputation and increase bookings. What is your 30-second pitch to investors?

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Travel Advisor Success Story: Ralph Iantosca, Iantosca Travel
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Travel Advisor Success Story: Ralph Iantosca, Iantosca Travel

February 2, 2025
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Ralph Iantosca. (Source: Ralph Iantosca) Success Stories focus on veteran travel advisors and how they achieved success. Here’s a look Ralph Iantosca, owner of Iantosca Travel, an affiliate of Travel Experts. How did you get your start as a travel advisor?  After I graduated from travel school, I worked for

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Holiday Inn comes to the Grand Canyon, Rosewood Amsterdam taking reservations and other hotel news
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Holiday Inn comes to the Grand Canyon, Rosewood Amsterdam taking reservations and other hotel news

February 1, 2025
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January was a difficult month for many people across the United States. The country experienced extreme weather, a devastating bout of fires and, most recently, the largest tragedy in U.S. aviation since 2001. While I think we are all thankful to turn the page on a painful month, there were

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Tested and Reviewed: 12 Best Portable Chargers for Travelers (2025)
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Tested and Reviewed: 12 Best Portable Chargers for Travelers (2025)

February 1, 2025
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Battery capacity: 5,000 mAhDimensions: 3” x 1” x 1”Charging power: One full phone charge As someone who keeps their phone at a chronically low battery level, portable chargers are the most common stocking stuffer, bonus birthday gift, and regifting fodder I receive. My own device maintenance shortcomings aside, this charger

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