Rising jet fuel prices are emerging as a significant headwind for the global travel industry just months ahead of the World Cup, raising concerns about higher airfares, reduced international demand, and softer booking trends for short-term rentals in the 11 U.S. host cities and surrounding regions. Jet fuel prices have nearly doubled since the Iran war began, prompting … Read more
The Palm Beach International Boat Show is bobbing back to Flagler Drive with hundreds of vessels plucked from around the world on display, from pint-sized inflatables to nearly 300-foot superyachts. On now through the 29th, ooh and ahh at the vessels, while checking out attractions from kids fishing clinics and industry seminars, to the “Nautical … Read more
More popular destinations are fighting back with tourist fines to combat the hordes of Instagram-fueled itinerants, all vying for their chance to post the perfect #travel selfie. An influx of visitors can drive up local housing costs, pose safety risks and lead to unruly behavior. In response, some local governments have installed tourist taxes to … Read more
The pajama party is over. Tampa International Airport set the internet ablaze on Thursday after its official X account declared war on what it called a full-blown fashion emergency unfolding at the gate. “We’ve seen enough. We’ve had enough. It’s time to ban pajamas at Tampa International Airport,” its post read. After bragging about previously … Read more
To tweak a line from famous Torontonian Drake, “started from here and now we’re at the bottom.” So much for New Yorkers’ reputations as discerning and cultured citizens of the world, when it comes to International travel, as Toronto, Canada, was ranked the most popular destination among Empire Staters, according to United Airlines’ list of … Read more
No need to fly off the bag handle over lost luggage. An insufficient reimbursement for mishandled suitcases can feel like a slap in the face for anyone who has been forced to replace a wardrobe’s worth of personal items. However, there’s a little-known airline regulation that gives international travelers more leverage than many realize, Fodor’s … Read more
Mind the gaps! A passenger’s laptop dropped through the passenger cabin into the cargo bay, forcing a United Airlines flight bound for Rome to return to Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia. “We have a minor situation here with a passenger who has somehow dropped a laptop that was on … down the sidewall into … Read more
A $100 million superyacht blending into the crowd? Only in Fort Lauderdale. The 66th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) has officially dropped anchor in the “Yachting Capital of the World” through Nov. 2. This year, there’s extra pizazz surrounding the world’s largest in-water boat show, thanks to the debut of the newly redeveloped … Read more
Cute and adorable Welsh corgis, widely known for their association with the British royal family, are in fact a breed of passionate racers. That’s at least according to the 120 teams from around Europe taking part in the Corgi Race Vilnius, in Lithuania’s capital, which drew an international bunch of furballs and their owners from countries … Read more
Everyone’s got some nightmare travel stories, and for Chris Russo, he aired out his most recent disaster for more than 10 minutes straight during his “What Are You Mad About?” segment of ESPN’s “First Take” on Wednesday. The man known as “Mad Dog” took a recent vacation to Europe, which included a few fiascos, including … Read more
Pucker up, my babies. On July 6th we celebrate International Kissing Day, and we’re revealing the best tongue kisser in the zodiac. For years, scientists maintained that making out originated some 3,500 years ago in Southeast Asia. However, recent evidence suggests that the kiss may have begun even earlier. Cuneiform script on clay tablets from … Read more
Sally Edmonds has been on five international trips with her family over the past 10 years and has not paid a single cent for any of them. The 50-year-old mother-of-two is “obsessed” with collecting loyalty points and has come up with a strategy that allows her to be on top of her points game — … Read more
Bigger and better — it’s the only ways to describe the Palm Beach International Boat Show, which once again returns to Flagler Drive in the heart of West Palm Beach. Kicking off today and running until the 23rd, this year there is more show than ever. There’s more time (that’s five full days instead of … Read more
Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) will be able to vote in the U.S. election. The crew — including two stuck there after the Boeing Starliner malfunctioned — will beam their votes back to Earth thanks to a high-tech encrypted system. NASA’s Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore — stuck in space until at least … Read more
Americans are consuming over 50% more internationally produced TV shows and books than they were five years ago, according to a recent study. The survey of 2,000 Americans who read regularly found that not only have international TV shows and books become increasingly popular recently, Americans are often unaware they’re even consuming and enjoying foreign … Read more
A schoolgirl who was forced to flee the country after being bullied over her striking looks has had the last laugh – by reaching the finals of Miss England. Rheanna Cartier, 21, suffered with low confidence and stopped eating properly after she was tormented by jealous classmates as a youngster. She was subjected to name … Read more
The New York Empire State Tattoo Expo celebrated its 10th anniversary and was held at the New York Hilton Midtown, May 10-12, 2024. Featuring over 500 artists, this gathering of elite international tattoo artists offers a unique experience of artistry, creativity, and culture. The Empire State Expo, with its curated shows, live tattooing, seminars, and … Read more
Spectacular multi-million dollar yachts — check! Balmy, waterfront location — check! Family-friendly exhibitions and fun — check! Then it must be the 42nd annual Palm Beach International Boat Show, which cruised into West Palm Beach this week. The city’s waterfront Downtown was transformed into a yachters’ haven, filled with ultra-luxurious yachts and cruisers and a … Read more
What channel should Isiah Thomas be tuning into? The two-time NBA champ with the Pistons recently went on “The Draymond Green Show” and revealed what it would take for him to bury his feud with Michael Jordan after the Bulls legend ripped his rival in “The Last Dance” docu-series. “This dude got on international television … Read more
February may mean cold weather in much of the nation, but in Miami, things are heating up like never before thanks to the arrival of the 55th edition of the annual Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. This year’s show, which starts today and runs to Feb. 18, offers family-friendly fun just when parents and … Read more