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The World’s First Underwater Hotel Villa Has Opened

Photo courtesy of © 2018 Hilton Forget overwater bungalows — you can now spend the night underwater in the Maldives. The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has opened the world’s first-ever underwater hotel residence, fulfilling Little Mermaid dreams everywhere. Submerged more than 16 feet below the Indian Ocean, the two-story villa goes by the moniker Muraka,…

Ryanair Is Changing Its Carry-On Bag Policy for a Second Time This Year

Jeroen Stroes Aviation Photography/Flickr In January, Ryanair announced a new policy that required non-priority customers to gate check their larger carry-on bags free of charge. Now, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier is shaking up their baggage rules for a second time. On Thursday, the Irish-based airline released a statement that said passengers will have to shell…

Titanic II Will Set Sail on the Same Route as the Original Ship

Photo courtesy of Blue Star Line Titanic II is set to make its debut — and no, we’re not referring to a sequel of the 1997 blockbuster starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. A fully-functioning replica of the famous ship — complete with a luxe pool, first-class dining, and even a Turkish bath — is…

Here’s How Hurricane Florence Might Impact Your Travel Plans

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Hurricane season, which runs from June through November in the Atlantic, has arrived. Among the storms brewing, Hurricane Florence, which is expected to barrel through the southeastern United States by Friday morning, has been high on everyone’s radar. The Category 4 storm with 130 mph winds could bring up to 30…

You Could Be Fined for Snacking on the Street in Florence

Florence, Italy/Oyster Florence, a city that’s known for its food — pizza, pasta, gelato — is prohibiting tourists and locals from pausing and snacking on some of its most popular sidewalks, roads, and doorsteps in the historic center. Effective September 4, the ordinance impacts streets near the Uffizi Galleries and the Palazzo Vecchio, including Via…

6 Continents, 30 Countries: Is This the Ultimate Bucket-List Cruise?

Photo courtesy of Regent Seven Seas Cruises If you happen to find yourself with tens of thousands of extra dollars, plus over a hundred vacation days to spare, then we have some great news for you. Regent Seven Seas recently announced an epic, six-continent, 30-country, 117-night sailing that will depart on January 5, 2021 from…

Could This Be the End of Removing Liquid Items From Your Luggage?

Steve Lynes/Flickr The TSA’s recent powder rule had travelers to the U.S. huffing and puffing, but now there’s finally some good news coming from airports that might actually speed up the security line. London’s Heathrow Airport is testing new X-ray scanners that could mean you no longer have to take out toiletries, electronics, and food…

This New TSA Rule Could Change the Way You Travel

Planning to stock up on spices on your trip to Tel Aviv? Packing talcum for your tot? Then, you might have to check your bag, thanks to a new TSA rule. Starting June 30, travelers flying into the U.S. will have to pack powdered substances in containers smaller than 12 ounces in carry-on luggage. Powders…

Alexa Is Coming to Hotel Rooms (and What that Means for Your Privacy)

Photo courtesy of Quote Catalog “Alexa, order wine.” This morning, Amazon announced a new program called Alexa for Hospitality. The e-commerce powerhouse is introducing its popular digital personal assistant, the Echo, which users address as “Alexa,” to select properties that are part of Marriott Hotels, Westin Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, Aloft…