Travel News
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The Best Aquariums in the US Worth Planning a Trip Around
There are many aquariums in the United States. Some are worth a few hours on a rainy afternoon, others are the kind of place you build an actual itinerary around, the kind where you look up and realize three hours passed. This list is about the second kind, the ones that show up consistently across…
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Worldwide Developer Competition Starts to Build an AI Travel Agent
The future of AI as a tool in travel and travel planning might be closer than we think. The RouteStack Build Challenge has opened registration to developers worldwide. The rules are simple: build a working AI travel agent in the next 29 days, and win a 7-night resort stay. Submissions will be due June 29th…
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International Visitors are “America’s Greatest Ambassadors” in Recent Study
While US international travel is on the decline, the data shows that international travelers who do decide to visit enjoy their time in the country. A new survey from the US Travel Association of 1,200+ recent international visitors to the US reveals that nearly 91% of them were satisfied with their trip. Meanwhile, 83% felt…
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Top 10 European Countries: Which Should You Visit in 2026?
Europe still remains the undisputed titan of global tourism, drawing hundreds of millions of international travelers annually. This has cemented its status as the most visited region in the world. According to Visual Capitalist, Europe recorded over 1.5 billion overnight stays in 2025, a massive leap from the mere 25 million reported by SmarterTravel in…
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What to Pack for Europe Trip: The Ultimate Packing Guide
Planning a trip to Europe and staring at an empty suitcase, wondering where to even begin? You’re not alone. Packing for Europe is genuinely different from packing for a domestic trip or even most other international destinations. This guide covers everything: the clothes, the documents, the electronics, the toiletries, and yes, the things you should…
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US Hotel Rates Reach New Heights
There has been a recent rise in demand for both travel and hotel booking around the globe, but US hotels specifically have been more in demand than ever before. In an interview with NewsNation, HotelPlanner CEO Tim Hentschel said, “We’re seeing robust, year-over-year demand for more than five years now.” A recent industry report shows…
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The Only Official Royal Castle in America
The US isn’t typically the country travelers think of when they want to explore palaces, but the US does actually have a single official royal palace within its borders. Located on Oahu, Iolani Palace still stands tall to this day. Originally built in 1882, Iolani Palace served as the royal residence for Hawaii’s final monarchs—King…
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Bali Travel Guide – Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Bali is a destination that can feel completely different depending on where you stay. One area of Bali is all-night beach clubs and rooftop bars, another is jungle villas and rice terraces, and another is families in resort corridors who’ve barely left the pool. The island has beaches, temples, rice terraces, waterfalls, surf breaks, spa…
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United Airlines Launches New European Destinations for the Summer
While many airlines grapple with flight cancellations due to the rising costs of jet fuel, United Airlines is setting records for expansion. Just like last year, United Airlines is prepared to ramp up its flight offerings over the summer months. This month, United Airlines has launched five new summer seasonal destinations, many of which aren’t…
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Budget Travel Tips for the Most Expensive Cities in the US
Some American cities will drain a travel budget faster than you’d expect, even if you’re being careful. Hotel rates climb, parking fees stack up quietly, food in tourist areas gets marked up to an almost comical degree, and by the time you’ve paid for a couple of attractions and two dinners out, a long weekend…