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When Tech Takes a Timeout: The Global IT Meltdown that Grounded Travelers Worldwide

In July 2024, a security update gone wrong triggered massive IT failures around the globe, sending shockwaves through the travel and tourism world. Travelers faced grounded flights, stranded nights at airports, and disrupted plans—while the industry scrambled to recover and rethink its tech safety nets.

July 19, 2025

Should You Rethink Your Summer Trip? How the 2025 Measles Outbreak Is Shaking Up Global Travel

If you're planning to jet off this summer or fall, you'll want to read this: a sharp rise in measles cases is causing concerns, new rules, and unexpected costs for travelers and the travel industry alike. Here’s what you should know before making your next booking.

July 18, 2025

Thailand Presses “Pause” on Tourist Entry Fee: What It Means for Your Holiday Plans

If you’re thinking about a trip to Thailand soon, there’s some good news: that extra entry fee for foreign tourists is on hold until mid-2026! Here’s what the delay could mean for your travel budget and why the decision came about.

July 17, 2025

Singapore’s Skyline Set to Shine Even Brighter with $8 Billion Marina Bay Sands Expansion

Marina Bay Sands just started work on a gigantic new expansion, promising fresh options for luxury stays, big entertainment, and world-class events—if you can handle a little construction dust along the way.

July 16, 2025

Thailand’s Tourist Slowdown in 2025: What It Means for Your Next Adventure

Recent news highlights a notable dip in Thailand’s international arrivals for 2025. What does this mean if you’re planning a trip? From emptier beaches to better hotel deals, here’s how the evolving travel landscape could shape your next journey to the Land of Smiles.

July 15, 2025

Summer 2025: Paris Invites Locals and Tourists to Dive Back Into the Seine

In July 2025, Paris is making waves by reopening the Seine River for public swimming after a 100-year hiatus. With sparkling new swimming spots by famous landmarks, locals and travelers alike can take a literal plunge into the city’s revitalized waters. Before you pack your swimsuit, here’s what to expect—from dreamy riverside dips to the challenges of keeping the Seine safe and sustainable.

July 14, 2025

Ducks on Deck: Why Royal Caribbean Says No to Duck Hunts in Central Park

Starting July 13, 2025, Royal Caribbean will ban hiding rubber ducks in its shipboard Central Park areas. While meant to protect the lush plant life and ensure passenger safety, this change might put a damper on a quirky cruise tradition. Here’s how this new policy could affect your next adventure at sea.

July 13, 2025

Travel Plans Up in Smoke: How Recent Wildfires Disrupted Dream Trips to Turkey and France

Thinking about a summer adventure to Turkey or France? A recent analysis says ongoing wildfires are throwing major curveballs into travel plans—causing everything from flight chaos to mass evacuations. Here’s what travelers need to know, and how the tourism industry is fighting back.

July 12, 2025

Ritz-Carlton San Francisco Crowned City’s Top Hotel: What It Means for Your Next Stay

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco just nabbed the No. 1 spot as the city’s top hotel, according to the 2025 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards. Here’s a traveler-friendly breakdown of what this well-deserved recognition might mean for your adventures—whether you’re eyeing luxury or traveling on a budget.

July 11, 2025

Why Paris Luxury Hotels Didn't Pack Out Before the 2024 Olympics

In the lead-up to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, expectations were sky-high for Paris’s luxury hotels. But rather than a mad dash for reservations, many plush Parisian pads found themselves with more empty suites than anticipated. Why? Affluent travelers changed course, heading to quieter spots like the French Riviera and London instead. Here’s a quick look at the upsides and downsides—and what it means for future travel to Paris.

July 10, 2025