Iceland has announced it will soon be introducing a new tourism tax as part of its climate goals.
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Good news for deal-seeking shoppers: Amazon announced a Prime Big Deal Days is coming this October. This savings event is similar to Amazon Prime Day, which took place this past July and featured some of the retailer's best deals of the year on everything from luggage and electronics to home goods and shoes. This October, Prime members can enjoy the annual summer sales event's savings all over again with Prime Big Deal Days.
Whether you've got a wish list ready or are new to the retail giant's mega-deals, we've put together a quick rundown of everything you need to know to make the most of this October's Amazon sale—including editor-recommended favorites to consider adding to your travel gear haul. We'll continue to update this page with new information as it comes in, so be sure to check back here so you don't miss out on any of the best deals.
In case you've been blissfully unaware of the shopping holiday mayhem that is Amazon Prime Day, let's get you up to speed: Amazon Prime Day is an annual 48-hour event that typically happens once a year, in which Amazon discounts thousands of products across every single category. Last year, Amazon offered the Early Access Sale—a second chance for shoppers to take advantage of Prime Day–like savings well before Black Friday—for the first time. As you can imagine, shoppers were pleased to get a jumpstart on their holiday shopping. Amazon is bringing back its October savings event for a second time, albeit with a new name: Prime Big Deal Days. Tech and home sales tend to be the most popular during these events—and amount to the biggest savings—but we're also expecting to see discounts on clothing and shoes, luggage, beauty products, outdoor gear, and family travel essentials.
Amazon hasn't announced official dates for Prime Big Deal Days yet, but we do know it will take place in October. Based on last year's Amazon Early Access Sale, which took place on October 11 and 12, 2022, we expect the mega-sale to happen sometime during the second week of October.
Yes, you do have to be an Amazon Prime member to take advantage of these deals. Membership costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year (college students get a discounted rate), but you can sign up for a free 30-day trial here to try it out without committing to a full year. If you do keep your Prime membership account, you'll have access to same-day, one-day, and two-day shipping on millions of products, two-hour grocery delivery via Whole Foods, Prime's Try Before You Buy program, and more.
During Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, you'll find a variety of can't-miss sales: Lightning Deals, which only run for a few hours; Deals of the Day, which run for one specific day; and Best Deals, which extend beyond the two-day
Iceland has announced it will soon be introducing a new tourism tax as part of its climate goals.
Marathons have long since been a draw for travelers. The host city not only attracts the actual marathon runners, but also friends and families showing their support as well as marathon enthusiasts who want a front-row seat of the action.
I remember the day back in 2014 when I’d just settled into my new apartment in Santiago and a powerful earthquake rattled the walls. I leaped up from my couch and ran for the door, while all the Chileans in the room just sat still and laughed at me, confident in Chile’s strong building codes and unfazed by the regular tremors.
If you've been anxiously waiting for your chance to book a cruise on the highly anticipated Disney Treasure, your wait is almost over.
Good news for deal-seeking shoppers: Amazon announced a Prime Big Deal Days is coming this October. This savings event is similar to Amazon Prime Day, which took place this past July and featured some of the retailer's best deals of the year on everything from luggage and electronics to home goods and shoes. This October 10 and 11, Prime members can enjoy major savings once again with Prime Big Deal Days.
Scott Kelly was looking for accommodations as flexible as he is when he found a standby apartment. Actually, make that standby apartments.
If you have World of Hyatt Explorist or Globalist status, this one is for you.
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As a newbie California resident keen on exploring as much of my adopted home as possible, I was struck by how geographically diverse the Golden State is, the impracticalities of making a "quick trip" to one part of the state from the other end of it, and its surprisingly variable weather.
It's become an iconic image of travel in the United States – a red convertible with the top down, cruising such classic California thoroughfares as the Pacific Coast Highway or across the Golden Gate Bridge.
As fall brings cooler temperatures, many travelers will be seeking a Caribbean getaway this season.Puerto Rico should be high on their list as Americans can visit without a passport. That's a significant advantage given the current extended wait time for a new travel document.Routine processing times are up to 10-13 weeks while expedited processing (for an additional $60) can still take as long as 7-9 weeks."Since Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States, American citizens and permanent residents don't need a passport to travel to the island," Discover Puerto Rico reminds travelers. "However, they must always travel with a valid ID, such as a driver's license or a state ID card."International travelers such as residents of Canada or Mexico will still require a valid passport to visit. Additionally, visitors to the island no longer require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result to enter.Amid Atlantic hurricane season running through November 1, travelers will also want to be aware of any restrictions due to weather conditions. Hurricane Lee is projected to pass north of Puerto Rico this week with minimal impact. "All major airports in Puerto Rico are fully operational, as are cruise ports with cruises/ferries operating normally. Similarly, all major hotels and venues are thoroughly prepared for inclement weather and have generators," according to Discover Puerto Rico.
As of September 1, travelers visiting Jamaica are being required to complete the country's Immigration and Customs Declaration or C5 form ahead of time online or using paper upon arrival.They can do so ahead of their trip for free by visiting EnterJamaica.com. Barcode readers will be available upon arrival at the airport in Jamaica.