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Wisconsin’s Apostle Islands Ice Caves Reopen for the First Time in Over a Decade travelandleisure.com

Wisconsin’s Apostle Islands Ice Caves Reopen for the First Time in Over a Decade

The ice caves are set along the south shore of Lake Superior.

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Nainital Hotel Room: The mold-covered hotel room, the sticky pillows…things I never thought I would experience in Nainital | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Nainital Hotel Room: The mold-covered hotel room, the sticky pillows…things I never thought I would experience in Nainital | - The Times of India

A planned Nainital getaway for two friends quickly soured when their booked hotel was unexpectedly changed due to 'technical issues.' Upon arrival, they were directed to a dilapidated, questionable establishment, leading them to abandon the rese

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Loyalty API platform Odynn secures $9.5M | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

Loyalty API platform Odynn secures $9.5M | PhocusWire

The company said fresh capital will be used to build its team, scale go-to-market efforts and "deepen integrations."

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Brightline Unveils ‘Freedom Express’ Train Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary travelandleisure.com

Brightline Unveils ‘Freedom Express’ Train Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary

The Freedom Express train celebrates the country from the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing.

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Milan’s Most Glamorous Olympic Parties travelandleisure.com

Milan’s Most Glamorous Olympic Parties

From Ralph Lauren’s palazzo brunch with Usher to rooftop receptions overlooking the Duomo, the city’s chicest hotels set the scene before the Games began.

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"There is a real bond in families that I find lacking in the West": American traveller lists what surprised him most in India | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

"There is a real bond in families that I find lacking in the West": American traveller lists what surprised him most in India | - The Times of India

Travel brings us closer to many aspects of life. It isn’t just about checking out monuments, following food trails or ticking off our bucket list dest.

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Why Vietnam could be Southeast Asia’s most underrated vegetarian destination | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Why Vietnam could be Southeast Asia’s most underrated vegetarian destination | - The Times of India

For many Indian vegetarians, Vietnam often triggers one immediate concern: What will I eat? Well, most people are very particular about their food cho.

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Strikes in Belgium to halt flights from Brussels Airport on 12 March. What travellers need to know | Euronews euronews.com

Strikes in Belgium to halt flights from Brussels Airport on 12 March. What travellers need to know | Euronews

Similar industrial action in 2025 had a major impact on air traffic, with extensive flight cancellations at both Brussels Airport and Brussels South Charleroi Airport.

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This Himalayan river is known as the ‘Black River of India’; here’s why its water runs dark | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This Himalayan river is known as the ‘Black River of India’; here’s why its water runs dark | - The Times of India

In the high Himalayas, water often carries colour with it. Some rivers run pale with glacier melt, others turn brown with monsoon silt. One river in n.

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Kashmir Travel: 5 things that make Kashmir a great March destination timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Kashmir Travel: 5 things that make Kashmir a great March destination

March in Kashmir is not just about sightseeing, it’s about witnessing a seasonal shift. The winter chill is calmer, the days are sunny and bright, nature is waking up from the winter slumber, and there is refreshing beauty all around. From the reopening o

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What to know about travelling during Ramadan, from eating during the day to what to wear | Euronews euronews.com

What to know about travelling during Ramadan, from eating during the day to what to wear | Euronews

The month offers visitors the chance to learn more about local cultures through iftars and traditions like the Ramadan cannon or drummers.

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Japan Cherry Blossom: Why is everyone obsessed with Japan’s cherry blossom season: Best places to see them | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Japan Cherry Blossom: Why is everyone obsessed with Japan’s cherry blossom season: Best places to see them | - The Times of India

Japan's spring awakens with a breathtaking spectacle of cherry blossoms, a cultural phenomenon deeply rooted in tradition. This fleeting beauty, celebrated through 'hanami' picnics, symbolizes life's impermanence. From Tokyo's U

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Planning a holiday in Europe this year? All of 2026’s new tourist taxes explained | Euronews euronews.com

Planning a holiday in Europe this year? All of 2026’s new tourist taxes explained | Euronews

These extra fees are often overlooked when budgeting for a holiday, but they can add up.

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France Visa: France announces visa-free transit for Indians and aims to welcome 30,000 students from India by 2030 | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

France Visa: France announces visa-free transit for Indians and aims to welcome 30,000 students from India by 2030 | - The Times of India

France is stepping up its academic engagement with India, with President Emmanuel Macron announcing a sweeping push to make it easier for Indian stude.

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Indian traveller tries to smuggle two endangered monkeys worth INR 2.9 lakh from Bangkok: Here’s what happened next | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Indian traveller tries to smuggle two endangered monkeys worth INR 2.9 lakh from Bangkok: Here’s what happened next | - The Times of India

Smuggling protected wildlife is a serious criminal offence in most countries, carrying strict penalties because of its impact on biodiversity, biosecu.

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Another Croatian destination to crack down on party tourism with alcohol sales ban | Euronews euronews.com

Another Croatian destination to crack down on party tourism with alcohol sales ban | Euronews

Split wants to bring in the new measures this summer to curb late-night street partying.

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Ranthambore National Park: 5 important things to do when visiting Ranthambore National Park timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Ranthambore National Park: 5 important things to do when visiting Ranthambore National Park

Located in Rajasthan’s Sawai Madhopur district, Ranthambore National Park is one of India’s most celebrated tiger reserves. Once the hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur, it is now a globally known wildlife destination, especially for sightings of th

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Indian OTAs Strike Deals with OpenAI skift.com

Indian OTAs Strike Deals with OpenAI

AI is now a non-negotiable in the travel industry. But how every company uses it is what is setting them apart.

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Booking Holdings sees 20% rise in travelers booking multiple trip components | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

Booking Holdings sees 20% rise in travelers booking multiple trip components | PhocusWire

The company also saw continued growth in both the U.S. and Asia in Q4 2025.

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Booking CEO Touts Ties With Independent Hotels as Agentic AI and Airbnb Seek Gains skift.com

Booking CEO Touts Ties With Independent Hotels as Agentic AI and Airbnb Seek Gains

Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel talked up the company's relationships with independent hotels as the LLMs and Airbnb seek gains.

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DHS Shutdown May Impact TSA Wait Times travelandleisure.com

DHS Shutdown May Impact TSA Wait Times

Travelers may need to pack extra patience before going through a security line ahead of the Spring Break travel season.

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India-based MakeMyTrip, Ixigo working with OpenAI to expand AI capabilities | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

India-based MakeMyTrip, Ixigo working with OpenAI to expand AI capabilities | PhocusWire

The travel companies are working with the U.S. AI giant to advance trip planning and AI capabilities across their platforms.

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Japan Posts First Tourism Decline in Four Years skift.com

Japan Posts First Tourism Decline in Four Years

About 3.6 million travelers visited Japan last month, down 4.9% from last year, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization.

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The Garbage Girl: “I didn’t choose garbage. It chose me”: The inspiring story of Jodie Underhill, aka the 'Garbage Girl' of India | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

The Garbage Girl: “I didn’t choose garbage. It chose me”: The inspiring story of Jodie Underhill, aka the 'Garbage Girl' of India | - The Times of India

Not every human is the same. Some people live for themselves and then there are some like Jodie Underhill who live for the world and make it a happy a.

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Benxi Lake: How small is the world's smallest lake, and where is it located? | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Benxi Lake: How small is the world's smallest lake, and where is it located? | - The Times of India

Benxi Lake in northeastern China holds the distinction of being the world's smallest lake. This natural water body covers just 15 square metres. Fed by an underground spring, it maintains a stable water level. Despite its tiny size, it attracts touri

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Sabre shuffles leadership team for 'AI-native' future | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

Sabre shuffles leadership team for 'AI-native' future | PhocusWire

Sabre does not see AI agents disintermediating its marketplace and believes it is well-placed as a transactional layer for AI platforms.

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Silverton Mountain Cuts Heli-ski Price to $99 travelandleisure.com

Silverton Mountain Cuts Heli-ski Price to $99

Silverton Mountain in Colorado just slashed the price of a single heli-ski drop in half.

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Without my passport or phone or money for a cab in Singapore; I got help from an unexpected place | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Without my passport or phone or money for a cab in Singapore; I got help from an unexpected place | - The Times of India

A trip to Singapore's Ultra Festival turned into a nightmare when the author lost her friends, passport, and phone. Stranded and distraught, she found unexpected kindness from strangers who helped her reach her hotel. The experience highlights the im

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Bahrain’s Tourism Makeover: Diversifying Beyond Saudi Visitors skift.com

Bahrain’s Tourism Makeover: Diversifying Beyond Saudi Visitors

Bahrain is stepping up efforts to broaden its tourism base beyond its long-standing reliance on Saudi weekend visitors.

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5 things foreign tourists secretly dislike about travelling in India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

5 things foreign tourists secretly dislike about travelling in India

India is remarkable, and has records and infrastructures to boast about. Home to the world’s most beautiful marble structure, the Taj Mahal, to the desert forts of Jaisalmer, backwaters of Kerala, the country has potential to overwhelm first-time visitors

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Vrbo partners with WeatherPromise to add weather-guarantee option | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

Vrbo partners with WeatherPromise to add weather-guarantee option | PhocusWire

U.S. travelers will now see the option to add protection to “select reservations” through Vrbo.

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“I’m honestly embarrassed… The mighty Indians took their civic sense for a ride”: Indian traveller reflects on why some foreigners aren’t big fan of Indian tourists | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

“I’m honestly embarrassed… The mighty Indians took their civic sense for a ride”: Indian traveller reflects on why some foreigners aren’t big fan of Indian tourists | - The Times of India

Travel takes into account so many aspects, one being it looked upon as a soft-power exercise. When people are travelling abroad, or crossing borders, .

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Uzbekistan targets 12 million tourists in 2026 as AI reshapes hospitality | Euronews euronews.com

Uzbekistan targets 12 million tourists in 2026 as AI reshapes hospitality | Euronews

Industry representatives say artificial intelligence is now used in pricing algorithms, occupancy monitoring and customer analytics. Discussions at the Hotel Business Forum in Tashkent focused on how data tools can support capacity growth and operational

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Cheetah Population India: Kuno National Park: Cheetah population grows to 38 as Gamini gives birth to 3 cubs, boosting Project Cheetah | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Cheetah Population India: Kuno National Park: Cheetah population grows to 38 as Gamini gives birth to 3 cubs, boosting Project Cheetah | - The Times of India

The return of the cheetah to India has reached another milestone. Three years after the ambitious reintroduction began, Kuno National Park has recorde.

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Tripadvisor investor calls for management overhaul | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

Tripadvisor investor calls for management overhaul | PhocusWire

Starboard said it has provided feedback on Tripadvisor's strategy and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives but believes the "status quo pace of change is unacceptable."  

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When to fly and when to book: Top air travel hacks for flight bargains in 2026 | Euronews euronews.com

When to fly and when to book: Top air travel hacks for flight bargains in 2026 | Euronews

When it comes to booking, Expedia recommends waiting until closer to the trip than you think, but not last-minute.

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Short trips are on the rise in Europe. Here’s where travellers are headed for a long weekend | Euronews euronews.com

Short trips are on the rise in Europe. Here’s where travellers are headed for a long weekend | Euronews

New data has revealed that cities including Barcelona, Lisbon and Istanbul are among the top spots for a quick getaway.

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The holiday you can only go on if you’re invited | Hindustan Times hindustantimes.com

The holiday you can only go on if you’re invited | Hindustan Times

Travel is no longer about grand hotels or flashy comforts. Today, the real luxury is being invited in.

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How this traveller pulled off an international trip after her dog chewed her passport 12 hours before the departure | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

How this traveller pulled off an international trip after her dog chewed her passport 12 hours before the departure | - The Times of India

Travel rarely goes exactly as planned. There can be instances when the flights get delayed, bags go missing, or weather even changes without warning. .

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WebMCP offers path for travel sites to become ‘agent-ready’ | PhocusWire phocuswire.com

WebMCP offers path for travel sites to become ‘agent-ready’ | PhocusWire

Travel was highlighted as a use case for the WebMCP standard driven by Google and Microsoft.

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5 large-sized Safari trolley bags for effortless travel that are both spacious and stylish | Travel hindustantimes.com

5 large-sized Safari trolley bags for effortless travel that are both spacious and stylish | Travel

Five large Safari trolley bags that balance space, style and sensible pricing, making long trips easier without stretching your budget too far. | Travel

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Gomat River: This major river flows entirely within Uttar Pradesh: Know which one and the legends associated with it | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Gomat River: This major river flows entirely within Uttar Pradesh: Know which one and the legends associated with it | - The Times of India

India has some of the most famous rivers in the world, such as the Ganga, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra, most of which travel across several states, before .

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Aizawl Silent City: Which Indian city is known as the 'Silent City?' | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Aizawl Silent City: Which Indian city is known as the 'Silent City?' | - The Times of India

Aizawl, Mizoram's capital, earns the nickname “Silent City” due to its remarkably disciplined traffic and serene atmosphere. This quietude stems from a high civic sense, adherence to lane discipline, and the community's selfless 'Tlawmngaih

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South Africa Wants 100,000 Indian Travelers — Here's the Plan skift.com

South Africa Wants 100,000 Indian Travelers — Here's the Plan

South African Tourism wants 100,000 Indian visitors this year. But Indian arrivals slipped to just 69,700 last year.

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Delhi wakes up to rain as IMD warns of further storm activity across North India | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Delhi wakes up to rain as IMD warns of further storm activity across North India | - The Times of India

Delhi experienced pre-dawn showers as a Western Disturbance brought rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds to north and central India. Neighboring states like Punjab and Haryana face alerts for hailstorms and intense thunderstorms. Meanwhile, the western Hi

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Europe loses hold on American tourists, woos Chinese, Indian travellers, survey shows | Travel hindustantimes.com

Europe loses hold on American tourists, woos Chinese, Indian travellers, survey shows | Travel

EUROPE-TRAVEL/ (PIX):Europe loses hold on American tourists, woos Chinese, Indian travellers, survey shows | Travel

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LaGuardia’s Newest Airport Lounge Comes With José Andrés Tapas, Signature Cocktails, and Avocado Montadito travelandleisure.com

LaGuardia’s Newest Airport Lounge Comes With José Andrés Tapas, Signature Cocktails, and Avocado Montadito

Travelers to New York's LaGuardia Airport will soon have another brand-new amenity to explore.

Feb 17, 2026 Read more →
Gayle King on Warm-weather Escapes, Family Traditions, and the Pursuit of the Perfect Cheeseburger travelandleisure.com

Gayle King on Warm-weather Escapes, Family Traditions, and the Pursuit of the Perfect Cheeseburger

The broadcast journalist and television personality opens up about her travel wish list, favorite luxury hotel brands, and more.

Feb 17, 2026 Read more →

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