Expedition tips

Scientists have confirmed that January and February broke global heat records and predictions for the spring suggest soaring temperatures won’t be abating. It’s no surprise, then, that one of accommodation platform Booking.com’s travel predictions for 2024 was ‘cool-cations’, where people visit colder climes to ‘revive and refresh themselves’. According to the site’s annual report where predictions are published, the majority (51%) of travelers surveyed said that climate change will impact the way they plan their vacation in 2024, while over half (56%) say that as temperatures soar close to home, they will use their vacation to cool down elsewhere.

I'm a bit of a whale-watching addict. So when I saw a TikTok of people hanging over the side of tiny boats to pet a gray whale on the head, I knew I had to find a way to experience it for myself.

Cruise pioneer releases details of its four 2024 luxury voyages across the Mediterranean, exploring the cradles of civilization that inspired its origins.

Here’s an in-depth overview of seven key things to keep in mind before setting off on a trekking expedition in Nepal.

Nobody likes waiting in the security line at the airport—at best, it’s lost minutes that could otherwise be spent in a great airport lounge; at worst, it leaves you questioning if you’ll make your flight or not.

Once you’re enrolled in the customs-expediting service Global Entry, it’s great. But travelers have long bemoaned how long it takes to nab a coveted Global Entry interview—applicants commonly have to wait weeks or months to wrap up the process (the current processing time is estimated to be four to six months).

The notoriously choppy two-day crossing of the Drake Passage is often described as a rite of passage to visiting Antarctica.

Conservation-led luxury travel company ‘andBeyond’ has announced its new expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands, the andBeyond Galapagos Explorer, setting sail for the first time on 17th June 2024.

The remote Arctic archipelago of Svalbard has long captivated adventurers and nature enthusiasts with its pristine landscapes, unique wildlife, history of polar exploration, and the allure of endless summer days and total darkness in the winter.

AndBeyond will launch a branded expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands this summer, expanding its South America portfolio.

If you are in the market to renew your passport in the coming weeks or months, the U.S. Department of State currently estimates six to eight weeks for both new passports and renewals, down from nine to 11 weeks. Expedited service is currently expected within two to three weeks, decreased from five to seven weeks.

Sliding into the frigid teal water, I’m instantly glad for the three pairs of socks I’m wearing inside my dry suit. I slowly skirt the jagged edge of an iceberg flaring out beneath the surface, careful not to veer too close should it suddenly flip and take me with it. Trying not think about the many ways I could meet a grisly end in the icy abyss of Antarctica, I shift my focus to what’s directly in front of my snorkel mask: thousands of tiny gelatinous creatures that look like they come from another world. 

During the pandemic, many of us discovered that spending time in nature helped to boost our moods. That lift in spirits isn’t merely anecdotal. Research out of Stanford University reports that walking outside for 90 minutes in a natural setting produces a decrease in activity in the part of our brain that’s associated with depression.

Among the many aspects of travel that the pandemic disrupted, one issue was more bureaucratic — but no less frustrating — for some Americans: an enormous backlog of U.S. passport applications.

Antarctica21 has announced the opening of its new private members club, Explorers House, in Punta Arenas, a port town south of Chilean Patagonia at the gateway to Antarctica.

Nevada is getting a brand-new state park this month. It’s one every would-be Indiana Jones (or maybe more like the Ross Gellers among us) will love, and as a bonus, it’s within a quick driving distance to The Strip. 

If you're scrolling through TikTok right now, you might notice a flurry of videos showcasing some very rough rides through Drake's Passage on the way to Antarctica. But Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic just threw a curveball into the icy mix.

Welcome to Wave Season—prime time to score the best cruise deals of 2024 (for sailings well into 2025), whether you're a seasoned sailor or novice passenger. During wave season—which happens annually, usually from January through March—cruise lines offer up their best deals, savings, and perks. And this year is no exception, with the world's best cruise operators offering deep discounts worth thousands of dollars, free upgrades for staterooms and suites, and onboard credits that can be spent however you wish.

A new pre-security sensory room at a New Jersey airport is aiming to make it easier for neurodiverse travelers, providing them with a space to wait for their flight as well as an easier way to get through security screening.

Defining the true essence of the luxury travel experience can be challenging for both travel providers and travel advisors.

In 2024, the cruise industry expands significantly with 14 new ships, featuring state-of-the-art design, luxurious amenities, and environmentally conscious technology