Best Viewing Spots for 2025 Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks
The Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks returns to the East River in 2025. Here are the best viewing spots in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, intel about street closures, and more.
Top US Beaches for Calm and Quiet
Beaches are supposed to be serene escapes, where you can hear the sound of the surf. But many are full of buzzing phones, crowded boardwalks or party crowds blaring loud music. These US beaches are top-rated for being calm, quiet and relaxing, based on online reviews which include at least one of those words.
Carnival Cruise Line Age Restrictions for Younger Travelers
Travelers under 21 years old are under new restrictions on Carnival Cruise Line. Apparently because of so-called disruptive behavior by Spring Breakers and other unaccompanied younger cruisers, the cruise line which actively markets its party atmosphere now requires passengers under 21 to be accompanied by a someone at least 25 years old. The new restriction
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Valle Nevado Opens 2025 Ski Season in South America
Valle Nevado, one of South America’s top ski destinations, is officially the first resort in Chile to open for the 2025 season. Improved access and interconnect options with neighboring La Parva make it the largest skiable destination in the Southern Hemisphere with 7,000 acres, 30 lifts, and 80 trails.
2025/26 Ski & Snowboard Season New Developments
Like most of you I’m already looking forward to the 2025/26 skiing and snowboarding season. There are changes to multi-resort passes, and new lifts and terrain on the horizon. Here’s what we know now.
NYC Guide: Best 2024 Holiday Trees, Light Shows, Hanukkah & Kwanzaa Events, Train Shows & More
New York City lights up for the holidays like nowhere else on earth. Here’s your calendar and guide to the best 2024 holiday tree and Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremonies, vintage subway rides, Kwanzaa celebrations and more.
Record Travel Expected Over Holidays
Get ready for crowded roads, airports and cruise ship terminals for the Christmas-Hannukah-Kwanzaa-New Year’s holidays – as many as 3 million more than last year’s holiday season. AAA projects a record 119.3 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home between Sat., December 21 and Wed., January 1. This year’s domestic travel projection is a bit more than the previous record set in 2019.
Last Chance for 2024/25 Ikon Pass Before Sales End
If you haven’t already purchased your Ikon Pass for the 2024/25 ski/snowboard season now underway, do it now before sales end on Dec. 17. The Ikon Pass gives you 58 destinations across the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Japan, plus discounts on heli-skiing and gear and services from top outdoor clothing and travel
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Last Chance for 2024/25 Ikon Pass Before Sales End
If you haven’t already purchased your Ikon Pass for the upcoming ski/snowboard season, do it now before prices go up again on Oct. 17, 2024 for 58 destinations across the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan and then season pass sales end entirely for the season in December. This season’s Ikon Pass also includes
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Backpackers Guide to Southeast Asia
Thanks to its rich tapestry of cultures and traditions, amazing natural beauty and vibrant cities, Southeast Asia is a bucket-list trip for many travelers. Here’s how to plan, including packing tips.