Creating unique travel Mementos sustainable souvenirs with eco-friendly printing

Get up close to the splendor of the USA’s majestic national parks.

The Great Barrier Reef is in the midst of its worst mass bleaching event on record — a process in which warmer-than-usual water causes corals to expel their algae and turn white. Corals can survive a bleaching event, but it puts them under stress and makes them more susceptible to dying.

Sustainable travel is surging in popularity, but what does it mean? The vague term can refer to traveling in a way that’s conscientious of the environment and local communities, leaving less of an impact on a destination and perhaps even bettering the location in the process. Sustainable tourism, in many ways a reaction to overtourism, helps protect the planet, to ensure destinations are liveable and worth visiting for years to come. And while travel can certainly takes its toll, creating carbon emissions, waste and more, responsible tourism is an essential step in protecting the planet.

The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, is ready to redefine your family's summer vacation. Nestled among the serene pines 90 miles from Atlanta, this lakeside haven has something special in store this season, thanks to a unique collaboration with the trendy family lifestyle brand minnow. They're rolling out the "minnow cabana experience," a chic and family-friendly addition to their luxury offerings.

Long a stalwart supporter of indigenous artists and cultures, Manitobah has collaborated with Mikailah Thompson, an afro-indigenous beadwork artist and entrepreneur, for the one-of-a-kindWallowa Moccasin. Named after her tribe’s original homeland, Wallowa, or Wa’lâwa,inspiration for the modern geometric designs derives from traditionalNimîipuu beadwork and cornhusk pieces. “When I sit down and come up with a pattern, I start with what stands out to me most and add to it as I go along,” Thompson says.

Even as the grounding of the Max 9 prompted Alaska Airlines to cancel thousands of flights in January, the carrier came out relatively unscathed in the first quarter. And that’s partly because its business travel fully recovered to 2019 levels. 

With swimmable harbours in Stockholm, Oslo, Helsinki and across Denmark’s cities, not to mention plenty of ways to enjoy the sea, from kayaking to urban fishing, there’s often a seaside air to Nordic cities in summer, and especially in Oslo.

Amidst the vast plains and rugged landscapes, North Dakota’s culinary scene is steadily making waves with the recent recognition of three James Beard Award nominees in 2024. These nominations underscore the state’s growing influence on the national food scene and showcase the rich tapestry of flavors and culinary talent present in the region. North Dakota Tourism invites visitors to experience the innovative dishes that celebrate local ingredients and traditions. From traditional Midwestern favorites to creative fusion cuisine, a trip to North Dakota isn’t complete without a stop - or a few! - at these must-try spots. Each with its own history, story, and motivation, no matter the mood you may be in, there is a restaurant that will suit all palates.

Travel brands are busy preparing for the upcoming summer season, and travel demand is xpected to surpass pre-pandemic levels. What are the major trends for this summer?

Over the past 100 years of shuttling people around the globe in metal flying machines, the world's aviation network has grown into a vast web of intersecting routes that connect nearly every corner of the globe.

From stunning views to local ingredients, custom shower treatments to shark sighting, these are some of the most unique–and luxurious–spa experiences around the world.

On the heels of news that 2024 will be a record-breaking year for the travel industry, online travel agency justfly.com is offering some insider tips to survive what is sure to be a busy summer travel season.