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Should you boycott the US? The 20 biggest questions in travel right now
Hauf says the best practice is for carbon emissions to be removed or reduced where they are generated, if possible. If we must fly, “carbon removal through carbon-offset projects is a crucial part of the global emissions reduction journey, not...

Skeleton of man from ancient Egypt gives up its secrets in scientific first
The first whole ancient Egyptian genome has been sequenced by researchers, taken from a man who lived 4,500 to 4,800 years ago in the age of the first pyramids. By investigating chemical signals in his teeth relating to diet and environment, the...

Spain, Greece and other holidaymakers may need extra document
Kieran Isgin Money & Lifestyle writer 13:52, 13 Jun 2025 Holidaymakers heading to Spain, Greece and other countries may need to obtain an extra document if they want to drive while abroad. And if you fail to apply for a permit, you could land...

Real travelers share their favorite bucket list travel destinations
When you search for bucket list travel destinations, the same names always seem to pop up: the Northern Lights in Iceland, a romantic week in Paris, or the iconic skyline of New York City. And don’t get me wrong, those places are absolutely worth...

Pacific tourism booms in the first quarter. Is it a blip?
International travel has already exceeded global expectations this year and hopes are sky high heading into summer. As the northern hemisphere enters its summer vacation season, the southern and eastern parts of the globe are expecting a gold...

Life-threatening disease erupts on Australia's doorstep as urgent travel warning is issued
Deadly dengue fever outbreaks have been rising amongst Australia's Pacific neighbours, prompting a travel warning for holidaymakers. The Cook Islands declared the most recent outbreak of the disease after 19 cases of the disease, including two...

What the CDC's Dengue Fever warning means for Caribbean travel
What the CDC's Dengue Fever warning means for Caribbean travel originally appeared on Come Cruise With Me. Before you travel, it’s always a good idea to review country-specific health information provided by the Centers for Disease Control and...

EssilorLuxottica introduces Versace La Vacanza 2025 eyewear in travel retail
EssilorLuxottica has introduced Versace‘s limited edition La Vacanza 2025 eyewear capsule in travel retail. Reimagining Versace’s coastal heritage, the collection brings marine mythology to life with ocean-inspired glamour for the peak travel...

10 beautiful islands in the world you must visit in July 2025
It's time to hit the beach! The hot summer breeze is suffocating you in your homes and you can't spend the entire season within the walls of your abode. Thus, with the Fourth of July weekend coming soon or even later in July, you can plan an...
Record 2.5 tonnes of cocaine seized off New Caledonia on Panama-flagged vessel bound for Australia
French customs officers board a ship as part of anti-drug traffic operation. Photo: Supplied / Douane France A record 2.5 tonnes of cocaine were seized last week off New Caledonia, the French High Commission in New Caledonia said on Thursday. The...

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals Winter 2026–2027 Itineraries
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection unveils its Winter 2026–2027 itineraries, introducing an expanded portfolio of luxury yachting experiences across French Polynesia, Hawaii, and Asia-Pacific aboard Evrima and Luminara. Sailing from October 2026...

Air Tahiti Welcomes TERAIEFA, A New ATR 72-600, And Strengthens Its Commitment To Archipelago Connectivity
As part of its ongoing modernisation strategy, Air Tahiti is proud to announce the addition of a new ATR 72-600, named TERAIEFA, to its fleet. This name, meaning “the appearing sky” or “the skies that appear or are born” in Reo Mihiroa (one of the...

New book details family's two-year sailing journey to the Caribbean islands
What happens when you trade your house keys for a boat anchor? For Annie Jomphe and her family, it meant rediscovering joy, connection, and purpose—now captured in her new book. A Penticton mother has turned a life-changing experience into a new...

The bluest waters in the world...
Want to take a dip in the bluest waters in the world? Travel experts at luxury villa booking platform CV Villas did when trying to find the beaches with the bluest waters in the world. The analysis used color theory to arrive at a ranking of some...

Pacific Ocean Commissioner: Op -ED – Ripples to Waves:
By Dr Filimon Manoni, Pacific Ocean Commissioner KOROR, 30 JUNE 2025 (PIFS) — It’s been two weeks since the curtains fell on the third UN Ocean Conference. At this largest ever ocean summit, the Pacific voice echoed as a collective, calling for...

New Ritz-Carlton Yacht Cruises Explore Bora Bora, Bali, and More in 2026–27
If you’ve ever dreamed of cruising in ultra-luxury, The Ritz‑Carlton Yacht Collection just dropped something to get excited about. Their Winter 2026–27 line-up unveils 32 new getaways aboard two yachts, the Evrima and the soon-to-launch Luminara,...

Bucket-list cruises you’ll want to take at least once
Image Credit: Shutterstock.If your dream is to explore the world, you might instinctively look into airfare or the most scenic road trips as your primary travel options. We don't blame you, as these are common modes of transportation that...

Tiger Sharks Are Now Converging En Masse On The Florida Panhandle
Alex Fogg, Shane Reynolds and Kinga Philipps document a tiger shark beneath Island Pier between Fort Walton Beach and Destin, Florida. Shane Reynolds The Island Pier juts 1,262 feet out from the sugary, white sands of Florida’s Okaloosa Island,...

Craving Paradise? These Are the 30 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
The 30 Beautiful Beaches in the World Getty Images "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ah, white sand, crystal clear waters, tropical drink in hand—who doesn't want to be relaxing on a...

Why Fishing With A Local is hooked on benefits beyond the catch
Fishing With A Local school holiday program with Figtree High out of school care group. Photo: Supplied. When George Newcombe talks about fishing, it’s about more than catching a meal. For this UK-born adventurer turned Illawarra and Shoalhaven...