EasyJet Unveils New Electric Commercial Jet for Airlines

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We’ve watched the automotive industry shift toward electric power to reduce environmental impact, but what about aviation? Although the technology is still evolving, EasyJet is working to bring a fully electric commercial airplane to market within this decade. The airline has partnered with U.S. engineering startup Wright Electric, a team of engineers and battery experts … Read more

Cunard Announces New Series of Special Event Cruises

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Cunard has unveiled a refreshed lineup of special events for 2017 and 2018, expanding its acclaimed enrichment program that brings experts and celebrity speakers onboard to inform and entertain guests. Across Cunard’s three ships — Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth — passengers will encounter a range of speakers and activities, from fashion … Read more

Gulf Shores Invests in Its Biggest Asset: Preserving the Environment

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Tourism, the largest industry in Gulf Shores, Alabama, supported more than 54,000 travel-related jobs and contributed $5.2 billion to the local economy in 2019. Anything that threatens the area’s beaches and environment, such as a hurricane or oil spill, can have a severe economic impact. Historically, Gulf Shores has weathered powerful storms like Hurricane Ivan … Read more

TSA Expands Security Screening at Overseas Airports

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In response to the Nov. 1 crash of Metrojet Flight 9268 over the Sinai Peninsula, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reviewing security protocols and considering additional measures. Investigators have presented evidence suggesting the crash was likely caused by an explosive device on board, prompting renewed scrutiny of screening and security practices, particularly at … Read more

Discover India’s Top Wonders: Monuments, Nature & Culture

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Discover the highlights of India on a seven-day, five-night Golden Treasure journey aboard the Deccan Odyssey with Cox & Kings. Begin in Delhi with a two-night stay at The Leela Palace, using the city as your base to visit iconic landmarks such as Qutab Minar, India Gate, the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the garden … Read more

Discover a Fresh Way to Experience Art This Summer

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The Knight Foundation is bringing larger-than-life reproductions of museum masterpieces into the streets of four U.S. cities through its InsideOut summer program. These oversized artworks will be installed at accessible outdoor locations—often within walking or biking distance—so locals and visitors can encounter celebrated pieces outside the museum setting. Participating institutions include the Akron Art Museum, … Read more

Denver Spirits: A Spirited History of High-Proof Cocktails

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LoDo, short for Lower Downtown, is a dynamic neighborhood where Denver’s history meets a modern revival. Red-brick warehouses from the 19th century sit beside repurposed dairies turned into lively entertainment microdistricts, and Larimer Square, the city’s oldest commercial block, continues to attract standout restaurants and bars. Coors Field anchors the area, reminding visitors that a … Read more

New Jewish Art & History Exhibit Opens at Paris Museum

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If your travel plans bring you to the City of Light, be sure to visit the Museum of Art and History of Judaism (Musée d’art et d’histoire du Judaïsme, or “mahJ”). On view through March 5, 2023, The Trials and Tribulations of Erwin Blumenfeld, 1930–1950 showcases the celebrated photographer’s work, including several images presented for … Read more

8 Compelling Reasons to Visit Poland This Year

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As vaccines become widely available and travel resumes, it’s the perfect moment to plan your next international escape. Discover the charm and history of Poland through a visual tour that highlights its cities, landmarks and cultural treasures. POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews stands on the site of the former Warsaw Ghetto and … Read more

Maple Season in New England: Celebrating Local Sugarhouses & Events

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Hotels and resorts across New England are gearing up for maple season with special packages, activities and menus celebrating the region’s signature syrup. Hotel Vermont is offering a “Maple Madness” package that includes a weekend stay at the boutique Burlington property, daily breakfast and a half-day maple experience tour. The roughly five-hour tour is hands-on: … Read more