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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:15:42 GMT
1 ~~~ A four-storey waterfall and a Squid Game protest: Wednesday’s best photos ~~~ 75 The pandemic has invited us to embrace the joys of nature. And in New England, autumn is a special time to enjoy the great outdoors. Leaves turn vibrant shades of crimson, gold and pumpkin. Summertime heat and humidity are a memory, replaced by bluebird days and comfortably crisp nights. Fresh air enthusiasts are attracted to the spectacular scenery and variety of activities, from the adrenaline rush of zip-lining to a peaceful mountain hike. Aquatic adventures like fly fishing and kayaking are a good way to get acquainted with the region's clear streams, pristine lakes and gorgeous seacoast. Meet 10 of New England’s best outdoor activities to try this fall. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/10best/2021/09/27/10-things-to-do-outdoors-fall-new-england/118899232/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:18:07 GMT
2 ~~~ 4 spectacular volcano vacations in the US: Hawaii, California, Washington, Alaska For most people, volcanoes exist mostly in the imagination, in spectacular movie moments and baking-soda-and-vinegar school experiments. But real volcanic activity is so much cooler, packed with sights like boiling mud pots, hot springs and lava tubes. The West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii all lie within the Ring of Fire, the famed Pacific-rim hotspot that provides plenty of opportunities to see volcanic activity without leaving the country. Here are four family vacation ideas in the U.S. where you can see active volcanoes up close. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2021/10/20/volcano-vacations-where-to-see-volcanoes-in-us/8505745002/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:20:54 GMT
3 ~~~ Sun Country Airlines adding seven new cities, including first flights to Canada Sun Country Airlines, a growing budget airline that caters to Midwest vacationers and travelers visiting friends and family, is adding several new nonstop flights including its first flights to Canada. The airline, which offers bargain fares and charges extra for carry-on bags and advance seat assignments, plans to add flights between its Minneapolis hub and seven new cities next spring. The new destinations, which will boost Sun Country's lineup to 80 airports in the United States, Mexico, Central America, Canada and the Caribbean: www.usatoday.com/story/travel/airline-news/2021/10/20/sun-country-airlines-new-flights-vancouver-charleston-jacksonville/8530291002/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:23:17 GMT
4 ~~~ From vaccines to testing: What travelers need to know before the new US travel system on Nov. 8 The United States is about to make it much easier for vaccinated international travelers to visit. The White House announced Friday that a new air travel system will take effect Nov. 8, allowing entry for fully vaccinated foreign tourists. The system is set to launch more than 20 months after the U.S. began imposing travel restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The move by the White House will essentially have the U.S. drop its travel ban on dozens of countries while also making entry more challenging for the unvaccinated. The new system will allow entry for foreign nationals only with vaccinations approved by the World Health Organization and would add testing requirements for unvaccinated Americans. Here’s what we know about the new travel requirements: www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2021/10/15/travelers-need-know-us-new-travel-requirements-vaccine-testing/8470805002/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:26:13 GMT
5 ~~~ Think resort fees are too high? A lawsuit claims the fees made Marriott tens of millions. Recently unsealed documents from the District of Columbia Attorney General’s 2019 lawsuit against Marriott allege that the company and its self-managed resorts make tens of millions from resort fees every year. Marriott itself – which operates and franchises more than 7,000 properties and 30 brands across the globe– made approximately $17 million from resort fees in 2019, according to a motion for summary judgment. Its self-managed resorts made $66 million in 2012, $82 million in 2013 and $58 million through half of 2014 from the fee, the lawsuit filing says. Resort fees, also referred to as "destination fees" or "amenity fees,"have become a common practice among hotel operators since their inception in the late 1990s. The additional costs are said to cover additional services such as Wi-Fi, parking or pool and gym access – standard resort features that previously did not carry extra charges. The fees can be upwards of $40 a night in major vacation destinations including Las Vegas, Phoenix and Florida, and are among the top fees hotel guests love to hate. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/hotels/2021/10/19/marriott-hotel-resort-fees-lawsuit-dc-attorney-general/8527991002/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:29:48 GMT
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:33:05 GMT
7 ~~~ This Gadget Lets You See Everything From Miles Away Like You're Standing Next To It! Get up close and personal with the finest engineered telescope... Let's face it. Taking good photos is not as easy as it seems. You need good equipment that tends to cost a small fortune. Not everyone can afford it. And even those that do won't be carrying their equipment at all places. You know what they say - the best camera is the one you have in your pocket. tech4-you.com/en/starscope/1/org/? |
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Post by Owen on Oct 20, 2021 19:38:38 GMT
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Post by Owen on Oct 21, 2021 17:31:59 GMT
9 ~~~ Royal Caribbean announces 'world cruise of world cruises' scheduled to visit 150 destinations Around the world in 80 days? What about 274 nights on a cruise ship while visiting more than 150 destinations? Royal Caribbean International announced Wednesday that its Serenade of the Seas ship will embark on what the line is calling the "longest and most comprehensive" world cruise scheduled to depart in 2023. Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International said in the release that the cruise, dubbed the "Ultimate World Cruise," will be "the world cruise of world cruises.” The round-trip voyage spanning nine months will will commence on Dec. 10, 2023 sailing from Miami. The itinerary includes visits to all seven continents stopping at more than 150 destinations across 65 countries, the cruise line said in a release. The sailing will wrap up in Miami on Sept. 10, 2024. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2021/10/20/go-everywhere-royal-caribbean-announces-new-274-night-world-cruise/8520975002/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 21, 2021 17:38:32 GMT
10 ~~~ Kate McCue to captain new Celebrity Beyond cruise ship marking career 'culmination' Captain Kate McCue, the first and only American woman to captain a major cruise ship, is embarking on a new leg of her career by captaining the Celebrity Beyond which is expected to launch in April 2022. "To say 'I'm honored' is an understatement," McCue, 43, who has been working in the industry for two decades, told USA TODAY. "This is a culmination of a career." McCue previously captained Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Edge, which was the first ship to sail with passengers in U.S. waters since the beginning of the pandemic, since 2019. And before she captained the Edge, she served as captain of Celebrity Summit, a role she entered in 2015 and also was captain of Celebrity Equinox before joining the Edge. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2021/10/14/captain-kate-celebrity-cruises-beyond-april/8421788002/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 21, 2021 17:45:14 GMT
11 ~~~ These Disney World attractions may be gone, but their memories are still holding strong There's always something new to see at Walt Disney World, but older attractions, like Magic Kingdom Skyway, hold a special place in many longtime vistors' hearts. Here are 10 other permanently closed attractions fans wish they could enjoy one more time. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea was a submarine ride at Magic Kingdom. It was replaced by Ariel's Grotto. Mr. Toad's Wild Ride was replaced by The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at Magic Kingdom. Disneyland's version of the ride is still open. ……… www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/travel/experience/america/theme-parks/2021/09/29/disney-world-old-attractions-closed-rides/5896056001/ |
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Post by Owen on Oct 21, 2021 17:48:40 GMT
12 ~~~ Virgin Voyages' first ship, Scarlet Lady, setting sail in US after 18 month delay amid COVID-19 More than 18 months after Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady was meant to set sail, the ship will set sail with passengers Wednesday, departing from Miami.
The ship was originally meant to sail its maiden voyage in U.S. waters from PortMiami on April 1, 2020. Because of COVID-19, its launch was pushed back multiple times and completed a short series of sailings during a "preview season" in the U.K. that started in August.
"After many years in the making, we are excited to officially launch Scarlet Lady and welcome Sailors in the U.S. aboard for an unforgettable experience," Tom McAlpin, president and CEO of Richard Branson's Virgin Voyages, said in a release.
The adult-only cruise line announced in March that it would require all crew and passengers to be fully vaccinated to board. While the Scarlet Lady can carry 2,770 passengers, it will sail at 50% capacity to start, spokesperson Michelle Estevam, told USA TODAY. The ship can also carry 1,160 crew members and will sail with 1,153 Wednesday. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2021/10/06/virgin-voyages-scarlet-lady-set-sail-miami-first-us-cruise/6023367001/ |
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