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High inflation may prompt consumers to change summer vacation plans
Summer vacations plans could be in flux this year. This time, it’s not because of Covid-19. Instead, high prices due to inflation may prompt prospective travel goers to switch up their plans. In...
The Airbnb acquisition that could be key to its post-pandemic playbook
HotelTonight CEO Sam Shank Ben Robertson In this weekly series, CNBC takes a look at companies that made the inaugural Disruptor 50 list, 10 years later. Like many mobile-first, on-demand service-base...
How to save money on travel amid a spike in inflation
Inflation is surging — and if it keeps up, Americans may start nixing their travel plans. Some 40% of U.S. adults said they would cancel a vacation or trip if consumer prices continue to rise, accordi...
what to expect in Melbourne, Sydney
Australia’s rigid pandemic border policies led some to wonder if international travelers would still want to visit. It appears they do. Four weeks after the country opened to vaccinated visitors...
The 4 types of vacations that may be hard to book in 2022
After two years of living with Covid-19, travelers are making big vacation plans again. But not every type of trip may be available this year, travel professionals said. That’s because many peop...
96% want vacation dollars to further sustainability goals, says survey
Forty-eight percent of respondents told Kind Traveler their greatest challenge in traveling sustainably is finding accommodations that are both “sustainable and socially conscious.” Klaus ...
What is the Philippines’ largest travel market? It’s South Korea
South Korean photographer Sang-kyu Gil has visited the Philippines around 10 times. Drawn by the beautiful scenery and affordable prices, the 42-year-old usually spends seven to 10 days in the country...
Italians reveal their favorite places to go on vacation — in Italy
Italy is home to some of the world’s most famous cities, art, wine and beaches. Think Florence, Rome and Venice with their abundant Renaissance architecture and well-known galleries, Tuscany wit...
Europe’s travel rules are dropping as fast as its Covid cases
Travel restrictions are quickly disappearing in Europe, with new announcements coming by the week — and, more recently, by the day. Changes to eliminate Covid-related travel rules gained momentum in J...
Disney’s Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser review: Let loose and play
Guests dine in the Crown of Corellia Dining Room during a performance by galactic superstar Gaya. Disney Immersion takes on new meaning aboard Disney’s newest theme park attraction, the Star War...
Here are the 5 most valuable airline and hotel rewards programs
An Alaska Airlines jet lands at Los Angeles International Airport on Feb. 7, 2022. Alaska’s Alaska Miles topped NerdWallet’s ranking of airline programs for 2022. George Rose | Getty Image...
Insider tips on visiting French wineries beyond Bordeaux and Burgundy
More wineries in France are opening to visitors, said a French wine tourism expert. Of France’s 87,000 wineries, only 13% were open to the public five years ago, said Martin Lhuillier, head of...
Australia, New Zealand, Bali, Malaysia, Philippines reopen for travel
Another day — another border reopens. In the past two weeks, a slew of countries announced plans to reopen or relax border restrictions. This includes places that have maintained some of the str...
Singapore says it’s ready for 2022 travel demand when it returns
There are “encouraging signs of recovery” in Singapore’s tourism sector, according to the Singapore Tourism Board. Visitor arrivals reached 330,000 and tourism receipts reached an es...
A food guide to the Thai capital
Bangkok revels in its status as a culinary mecca. From wizened street vendors who perform alchemy with sizzling woks to whiz-kid chefs who are shaping the fine dining scene, the city lays claim to one...
Travel is ‘roaring back’ — That’s good and bad for travelers
Last year wasn’t a stellar year for travelers. Perhaps that’s why so many are pinning their hopes on 2022. Travel bookings and inquiries are surging, say travel insiders, in an upward tra...
Here are top 22 global travel hot spots with ‘cheap’ airfares for 2022
The Canadian province of Alberta came in at No. 5 for cheap flights thanks to low average airfares to and from Calgary. AJ_Watt | E+ | Getty Images So you haven’t taken a vacation to a long-haul...