Destination Practicalities

Jan 6, 2021 • 2 min read

Alaska Airlines has said that only service animals with vaccinations will be permitted in cabins, with emotional support animals banned from January on.

Jan 6, 2021 • 2 min read

Singapore is considering relaxing travel restrictions for people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Jan 5, 2021 • 2 min read

Qantas has been named the world's safest airline for 2021 by safety and product rating website, AirlineRatings.com, which has also announced its top 20 safest…

Dec 30, 2020 • 3 min read

It was an unprecedented year for travel, but one advantage of staying home was that it gave us plenty of time to dream up the perfect trip for when travel…

Dec 22, 2020 • 2 min read

Mexico's beloved Tequila Train has unveiled an elite wagon with stunning views, unlimited tastings and signature cocktails.

Dec 21, 2020 • 2 min read

If you have ever wanted to experience sleeping in an igloo, you can try out an authentic Arctic experience in Greenland. The new Iglo Lodge in in…

Dec 18, 2020 • 2 min read

Lufthansa, one of the largest airlines in Europe, is trialing a new offer that allows economy passengers to book out several adjacent seats so that they can…

Dec 16, 2020 • 2 min read

Airbnb has set up a luxury geodesic dome under the Times Square Ball in New York City - and the host is Mariah Carey.

Dec 16, 2020 • 2 min read

Oman has dropped its tourist visa requirement for visitors from 103 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Australia…

Dec 16, 2020 • 2 min read

The video parodies the 1982 song Safety Dance by Men Without Hats and stars the airline's own employees.

Dec 15, 2020 • 5 min read

Brexit and now the coronavirus pandemic have created much uncertainty around travel.

Dec 14, 2020 • 2 min read

Initiatives like the Cammino Materano aim to bring recognition to the many areas in Southern Italy that are breathtakingly beautiful but largely unknown.

Dec 11, 2020 • 2 min read

The Acropolis in Athens is installing a new lift and updating walkways to better accommodate visitors in wheelchairs and those with mobility impairments. 

Dec 11, 2020 • 2 min read

The Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit has launched a One Million Baht Club for up to two adults and two children.

Dec 10, 2020 • 2 min read

An extended stay in Thailand is now possible – though there are, of course, a few caveats.

Dec 9, 2020 • 2 min read

The Department of Transportation will not classify emotional support animals as service animals from early 2021.

Dec 9, 2020 • 2 min read

The structure, made of natural rock and decorated by Faroese artist Tróndur Patursson, resembles a jellyfish and is illuminated with blue and green lights.

Dec 9, 2020 • 2 min read

This Christmas, the doors to FAO Scharz will open to one family to enjoy a festive sleepover like no other, and a shopping spree.

Dec 9, 2020 • 2 min read

Ikea built a sustainable tiny home from the ground up to better educate and inspire consumers to bring sustainability into their own lives.

Dec 7, 2020 • 0 min read

Chile is now the first country in Latin America to welcome travelers from the US under American Airlines' new digital health pass. The country opened its…

Dec 7, 2020 • 2 min read

The journey by boat could take under two hours and Tarfaya’s port was recently renovated to accommodate larger vessels.

Dec 4, 2020 • 2 min read

Passengers traveling to the US from an international location will be asked to provide basic information that will help streamline contact tracing.