Many modern holiday celebrations put an irreverent twist on their historic – and often more solemn -traditions. Thailand’s Songkran may be one of the most extreme examples of that phenomenon. Ancient Thai culture marked the New Year in what we now call April. The word is Sanskrit, meaning ‘astrological passage’, and it coincides with the rising...
Read More »Spring may be the most hopeful season. There is nothing more uplifting than seeing Nature reborn every Spring. It’s like an assurance that life will get better again, no matter how tough the dark days of Winter – or life – have been. Between March’s Spring Equinox and the start of Summer on the Solstice in...
Read More »As a member of the Travel Club you’ll enjoy exclusive access to inspiring and carefully curated getaways across the globe. Every Travel Club vacation pairs you with a knowledgeable and experienced travel advisor who can personally answer any question you may have. Along with unparalleled, personalized services, Travel Club members receive significant savings on hotels, cruises,...
Read More »Experience the Southwest by luxury train on Rocky Mountaineer’s newest route, Rockies to the Red Rocks. From red sandstone landscapes that twist through the bright blue sky, to chromatic deserts and vast canyons, this stunning rail route is filled with highlights best seen from their expansive glass-dome coaches. The two-day train journey travels between Moab, Utah and...
Read More »At Princess Cruises, we know a greater connection lies, when we are actually in the moment, together. Bringing people together has been our legacy for over 50 years. When we share our world, share our hearts and create connections that matter, that is when lasting memories are made. It has been called the next wave of...
Read More »It’s in the heart of one of the most historic neighborhoods in London. But this hotel has become a symbol of the future of travel.ibis Styles London Gloucester Road is in Kensington, within easy strolling distance of some of the English capital’s favorite landmarks, like the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Natural History Museum, shopping at...
Read More »The latest designs, innovations, and features, in a sparkling white cruise ship gliding over the waves. If that’s not enough to get you excited about taking a cruise on a new ship, there’s always ‘new ship smell’. A new cruise ship may not have a distinctive scent like a new car, but knowing you’re among the first...
Read More »International Dark Sky Week, held during the week of the new moon each April, calls for people worldwide to turn out their lights and take in the beauty of the night sky without light pollution dimming its brilliance. It’s also an annual reminder that some of the very best travel experiences aren’t under the bright lights of...
Read More »If the stress of everyday life in an ever-changing world has you feeling a little run down, a wellness vacation in the Southwest will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed, ready to handle whatever comes your way. The American Southwest offers one of the most stunning landscapes on Earth. This, paired with its relaxed and laid back...
Read More »No sailing in American or Canadian waters yet? No problem! That’s what at least three cruise lines – so far - are saying.Plus, some other lines confirming they’re able to start cruising despite restrictions.Especially if you’re one of the millions of people in the US and Canada who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 – or will be...
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