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Charles Darwin was 22 years old when he first peeled a banana. “Maukish & sweet with little flavor,” he noted in his journal from Santiago, the main island in the Cape Verde archipelago off the coast of West Africa. He preferred oranges and tamarinds, feasting at every opportunity on tropical fruit after three awful weeks at sea.

This Saturday, Dec. 30, Silver Dollar City’s historic indoor coaster Fire In The Hole will pull through the station one final time, capping 51 seasons of operation with 48 riders set to close the legendary coaster. Fire In The Hole made history when it opened in 1972, lauded as one of the world’s first indoor roller coasters, now the world’s longest-standing indoor roller coaster. Earlier this month, the 1880s theme park selected the final 48 riders through various giveaways via social media. The 48 final guests will fill the rides’ four coaster trains, each holding twelve people. After the park closes the coaster’s queue line for the evening — and those in line finish riding the coaster — the 48 giveaway winners will be the final public riders on the legendary coaster and will receive a mounted piece of the coaster track, along with other keepsakes commemorating the ride’s retirement.

If you’ve been dreaming of moving to sun-drenched Italy, now could be the perfect time. The Mediterranean country has plenty of residency and property deals on offer as well as digital nomad schemes.

With its sensational national parks, beguiling cities, rich Indigenous culture and dramatic landscapes – ranging from towering Andean mountains and high-altitude lakes to shimmering salt flats and dense Amazonian rainforests – Bolivia is a magnet for travelers from across the globe.

This fall, international air traffic reached 98.2 percent of what it was prepandemic, according to the latest data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). In other words, global citizens are traveling the world with almost the same fervor as they were in 2019.

A volcano is erupting near the most-populated area of Iceland, spewing flames and lava not far from the town of Grindavik. Travel impacts are minimal so far, but that could change as the eruption continues, especially if ash and smoke become a bigger issue.

In 2019, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia officially opened its doors to international travelers, issuing tourist visas for the first time in history. Previously, only those traveling to Saudi Arabia for work or Muslim pilgrims were permitted to enter the country. Today, citizens of 57 nations, including the United States, can obtain an eVisa to travel to Saudi Arabia — and the application process is simple, fast, and relatively cheap.

Home to one of the most-visited archaeological sites in the world, diverse ecosystems and a gastronomic scene that’s been booming for over a decade, it’s not difficult to come across a traveler with Peru on their bucket list — or one who has already crossed it off. 

The Iranian government announced on Thursday it’s removing visa requirements for visitors from 33 countries, including Saudi Arabia — with which Iran has strained relationship over recent years.

Jamaica, known for its vibrant culture, stunning beaches and spirited people, attracts travelers from around the globe. 

Panama is the perfect vacation destination for adventure lovers, culture and history buffs, and, naturally, beach bums – its biodiversity, rich coastlines and unfathomable islands have to be seen to be believed.

Applications are open until 20 December.

Intrepid travelers come to Jordan to experience the ancient ruins of Petra, the wide open spaces of Wadi Rum, heart-pumping hikes, Arab hospitality, and (of course) the kunafeh.

This series of articles about credit cards, points and miles, and budgeting for travel is brought to you in partnership with The Points Guy.

The museum owns over 200 aircraft previously operated by the Yugoslav Air Force (both royal and communist), Serbian Air Force, and others, as well as aircraft previously flown by several civil airliners and private flying clubs.

Holiday travelers flying into Seattle’s international airport waited the longest for customs and immigration, making it one of the slowest international airport experiences in the United States. 

There are endless reasons to visit Tanzania – wildlife-filled safaris, stunning beaches and Africa's tallest mountain are just a few reasons this beautiful country should be on every bucket list.

Whether driven by a desire to reconnect with their heritage or seeking a higher standard of living, Americans continue to look towards Norway to chase the Scandinavian dream.

Customs and Immigration Control officer stamping a passport. (Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images Plus/FTiare)

In October, I traveled to Athens, Greece, for the first time since I was 18 months old. 

Kenya will grant visa-free entry to all African nationals by the end of the year, becoming the fourth nation on the continent to do so.