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The next new Princess Cruises ship won't be arriving as soon as planned.

I'm a big fan of the Bilt rewards program, especially the ability to earn rewards on rent payments. It's great to hear that Bilt has announced a new partner, which could bring some exciting opportunities. The more partners they have, the better, and it's always encouraging to see innovation in the industry.

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti is one of the world’s most spectacular destinations to see wildlife, both in the surrounding Serengeti National Park and on-property where elephants and buffalos come to drink at its active watering hole. The striking terrain and abundance of animal life will entice first-time safari goers and seasoned enthusiasts alike with thrilling game drives, educational walking safaris and outdoor bush dinners. Even if you’ve visited the lodge before,

As a full-time digital nomad, I like to follow the sun: I spend part of the year enjoying summer in South America and the other part spending summer in Europe. This year, however, European summer will look slightly different, as Paris is hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics. Knowing I’d already be in Europe, there was no way I could miss an event of this caliber.

The Paris Olympics is a sought-after ticket this summer, but Delta Vacations is making sure one lucky sports fan gets there in style with a free vacation package to see Team USA in the City of Lights.

Holland America Line is turning 151 and is celebrating by offering $1 deposits, up to 45% off cruise fares, and more.

Hopie Stockman Hill and Grier Stockman grew up in an old farmhouse in a sylvan pocket of New Jersey. They played in wheat fields, craggy apple orchards and dense forests; built birdhouses and painted murals. The sisters’ childhood, spent merging art with nature, inspired their latest wallpaper collection from Block Shop, their textile, art and design studio, which combines a breezy California aesthetic with Indian printing and weaving techniques. The seven new patterns, which are printed on paper, fiber and grass cloth, include a peony motif that’s a homage to the blooms their mother grew, while also referencing the Austrian Wiener Werkstätte designer Dagobert Peche. “We envisioned an Anne Bancroft-esque grande dame with a sky-high collection of art books, listening to ‘Madama Butterfly’while harvesting her beets,” says Stockman Hill, the CEO and creative director of the studio. “These are the wallpapers you find in her home.” The Block Shop store, which opened in Los Angeles’s Atwater Village neighborhood this past December, further extends the sisters’ canvas with a harmonious blend of color and texture. A bronze snail door handle greets you on the way in, while the shelves are brimming with Apuglian splatterware dishes, rare books on décor and semi-fine jewelry, as well as the brand’s signature textiles.

Barbara Joans, an iconoclastic anthropologist and feminist who, in her early 60s, became something of a Margaret Mead in black leather, steering her Harley-Davidson deep into a biker culture and producing the 2001 book, “Bike Lust: Harleys, Women, and American Society,” died on March 6 in Santa Cruz, Calif. She was 89.

With the ever-shrinking seats in coach class, the allure of those spacious front-of-plane cabins has never been stronger. Flying business class can feel reminiscent of the golden era of travel, when glamour and comfort ruled the skies. Perks like lie-flat beds, privacy doors that encapsulate seats, airport lounge access, and even chauffeur services can entice even the most austere travelers among us to contemplate splurging on an upgrade every now and then.

When it comes to booking online vacation rentals, Airbnb and VRBO have long reigned supreme, dominating the market with their vast selections and user-friendly platforms. But a new player is stepping into the arena: bnbfinder. This emerging platform is not just another alternative; it's a direct challenger to the status quo, offering a compelling twist that's capturing the attention of savvy travelers and property owners alike. With its user-friendly interface and comprehensive selection of professionally managed properties, bnbfinder is on a mission to make your vacation rental planning a breeze.

Southwest has a summer travel fare sale with fares starting at $49. With summer approaching rapidly, now is the ideal time to start planning some getaways!

Red Carnation Hotels is making a splash in Scotland.

A transport company is offering £2 tickets for coach trips across the UK to be taken up to May 12. With a £1 service fee, that means travellers planning journeys can book long-distance tickets from £3 on the FlixBus website or app.

Accra is rich with stories, some of them only a few words long — Still Hustling; Work Hard and Dream Big; Short Ways Are Dangerous — and written in bold letters on the rear windows of tro tros, the ubiquitous minibuses that ferry residents and visitors around the city. These mantras are meant to represent the people who own the buses. But they also tell of life in Accra, and what it takes to make it in this vibrant city.

Carnival has made a series of enhancements to the GOCCL online travel advisor booking engine. (Photo Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)

Let's talk about the typical travel service experience: booking online, waiting in long queues, navigating through crowded spaces, and often dealing with one-size-fits-all solutions that barely meet individual needs. Now, picture the exact opposite—a world where each service is tailor-made, every detail is meticulously planned, and personal space and privacy are paramount. Welcome to Knightsbridge Circle, often hailed as the pinnacle of exclusivity in the world of concierge services—a far cry from the norm. This is where luxury is personalized, experiences are bespoke, and every member's whim is treated as a priority.

Executive Club loyalty members can now book any British Airways flight for just 1 pound ($1.24) plus Avios.

One of California's best resorts and a World of Hyatt favorite, Alila Ventana Big Sur will remain closed through at least May 26. This is due to the closure of Highway 1 for construction following a series of events, including storms and multiple landslides, that seriously damaged the road over the last few weeks and months.

JetBlue presents its enticing two-day Hit Refresh Sale, featuring fares kicking off at just $49! This limited-time offer commences today, Tuesday, April 16, and extends through Thursday, April 18. Mark your calendars for a travel window spanning from Tuesday, May 7, to Wednesday, June 12, sans any blackout dates, empowering travelers to shape their summer plans with unrivaled flexibility. Discover what awaits you from the 6th largest airline in the United States.

Over a third of Americans are planning to vacation in France this year and a third of those are going specifically for the great wine, according to findings from luxury tour operator Scott Dunn. The company’s latest Travel Trends Report names France as the “place to be” when booking a trip in 2024. If you want to be part of that champagne-popping, sauvignon-sipping crowd, here are destination recommendations from Ashley Hall, senior travel consultant for Europe at the company.

Let me tell you a story about the United Excursionist Perk, the little-known award travel tip even points and miles pros forget about.