April travel tips

Roughly 1,200 eligible individuals have received funds from the organization since August 2023 as fundraising efforts for Maui fire victims come to a close at the end of April

Ara Maris is part of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Going on a vacation to celebrate Earth Month this April, 2024? Discover destinations that not only offer wonderful nature-focused adventures but also prioritize sustainability. From diving in Saba, to flying in Iceland's first electric aircraft, these spots provide unique experiences that are both thrilling and environmentally aware. Check out these 8 destinations that will help you celebrate Earth Month in a meaningful way while traveling.

It’s the month we’ve all been waiting for. In just a few days, the total solar eclipse will delight skywatchers along a 100-mile-wide strip of North America, known as the path of totality. This April 8 marvel is expected to draw tens of millions of viewers — especially since the contiguous U.S. won’t see another total solar eclipse until 2044.

Visalia, the nation’s first Certified Autism Destination, recognizes Autism Awareness month in April. Visit Visalia and local tourism partners will highlight Visalia’s initiative: Every day is autism acceptance day in our community. A recent survey conducted by Autism Travel (https://autismtravel.com/) shows that 78% of parents with an autistic child do not travel, but 94% would be more likely to if autism certified options were available.

The world of credit card benefits is always changing and evolving. This month, there are more changes to know about, but they are not all disappointing. Some new cards offer impressive points-earning bonuses, and others have added cash back or statement credits to the roster. Others have reduced or replaced popular card perks. Here’s what you need to know when reaching for the right card on the right purchase this month.

If you haven’t experienced a total solar eclipse, you haven’t lived.

Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.

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Spring has officially sprung and the arrival of longer days and warmer temperatures means more opportunities to get out and see the world.

Barcelona’s tourist tax is set to rise once again on 1 April.

The 42nd Thailand Tourism Festival is scheduled to take place from 28 March to 1 April 2024 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) in Bangkok. Organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the event is set to present a plethora of distinctive tourism offerings with an emphasis on soft power and subculture. This year also marks the second time the event is holding a ‘Zero Waste to Landfills’ initiative in alignment with the push towards more sustainable and net zero tourism. The event is expected to attract 150,000 visitors and generate 20 million reaches.

Wherever you go to catch the total solar eclipse on April 8, those three or four minutes of daytime darkness — no matter how spectacular — might not be enough.

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Theoretically, there is only one way to near-guarantee a clear sight of the totally eclipsed sun—have a window seat on the lucky side of a plane that's 30,000 feet up with the path of totality.

Even as we travel around the globe, it’s easy to forget that our planet is part of a much larger celestial dance. Sure, we mark the orbit of the Earth around the Sun each year, but nothing reminds us that we are part of something much bigger than the experience of watching the Moon slide in front of the Sun during a solar eclipse. 

Accurate weather forecasts for the path of totality on April 8 won’t be available until a few days before, but scientists have confirmed that cumulus clouds over land begin to disappear almost instantly when a partial solar eclipse begins.

April brings a seasonal shift across the globe, making it the ideal time of year for exploring ancient wonders, embarking on epic adventures and savoring fresh local produce.

On April 8, the moon will pass directly before the sun, darkening the afternoon sky with a rare, total solar eclipse. For those along the path of totality, the solar eclipse will last around four minutes. With so many people clamoring to see this rare celestial spectacle, you'll need a plan if you want to be among them.

Delta Air Lines added a second flight to view the total solar eclipse from 30,000 feet after the first flight the airline announced sold out in less than 24 hours.

If you missed your chance last week at a seat on Delta Air Lines' solar eclipse flight, you may want to head right back to the airline's booking site.