Production struggles at Boeing and Airbus have forced airlines around the world to cut routes and spend more to keep older planes flying, even as travel demand soars.
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Jan 22, 2025 • 7 min read
Who hasn’t dreamed of using up every hour of their PTO to take a fabulous tropical getaway in the summer?
Plenty of us, it turns out.
If you’re petrified by the idea of sweating in the sun, and prefer a refreshing breeze to humid air, a “coolcation” may be for you. This new trend in travel swaps traditional frolicking in the summer heat for a trip to climates where temperatures stay mild – and even a bit chilly – even at their heights.
Here are our favorite destinations around the world that will delight with their balmy year-round temperatures, no matter which hemisphere you’re in. Just remember to pack a lightweight jacket.
If you’re based north of the equator and are looking to travel in the same hemisphere, you’ll need to take stock of where summers are less oppressive. Here are some of our favorite spots.
The scarf floating above Michigan’s mainland mitten, the Upper Peninsula is surrounded by the Great Lakes, whose immense size keeps things temperate year round, with summer days hovering in the mid-70°s F (mid-20°s C). A well-loved outdoor haven, the UP is home to Isle Royale National Park (one of the least-visited reserves in the National Park Service’s portfolio) and Pictured Rocks National Seashore, both of which beckon with their cool, clear waters. Mackinac (pronounced MACK-in-awe) Island also makes for a great coolcation destination: 80% of the island is a protected state park and cars aren’t allowed anywhere. Opt for a bike or horse taxi instead.
Mexico’s sprawling capital sits along the country’s high-elevation spine at 7349ft (2240m) above sea level, making it a perfect summer-getaway destination – without the heat. (Temperatures hover around the mid-70°s / mid-20°s C during the warmest part of the year.) You may have to dodge a summer rain shower or two, yet CDMX rewards you with world-class museums and culinary treats. Delve into pre-Columbian history at the Museo Nacional de Antropología, peruse exquisite Mexican folk at Museo de Arte Popular and top it all off with a food tour or a dinner splurge at an iconic CDMX restaurant like Quintonil or Contramar.
It’s right there in the name, folks. Iceland’s short-but-sweet summer still has a chill in the air – but skips the snow, ice, wind and darkness of its winters, revealing instead the glorious windswept volcanic landscapes that have been inspiring travelers for centuries. The Golden Circle around Reykjavík always proves a good starting point, though we recommend leaving the crowds behind by heading north or east on the Ring Road. Go whale watching in the Westfjords, trek over glaciers and volcanos on the Fimmvörðuháls Trail or visit the City of the Elves in Borgarfjörður Eystri. Expect dazzling nature – without
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Feb 2, 2025 • 11 min read
Feb 2, 2025 • 11 min read
Chances are you’ve heard about the Real ID — maybe you already have one. The gist is that starting May 7, 2025, every U.S. citizen who is 18 years and older will need a Real ID or approved alternative to fly domestically. If you don't have one, you’ll be denied entry at TSA checkpoints.
A European getaway just got cheaper.PLAY Airlines, a discount carrier based in Iceland, recently announced a 25 percent discount on flights from the United States to Europe, including Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, London, and Paris. Best of all, the tickets can be purchased now for travel throughout the spring, fall, and winter travel seasons. The discounted fares are available in PLAY Basic, and the discount only applies to airfare, and not taxes or fees.