Island of Hawaiʻi (December, 2023) — As 2023 comes to an end, the island of Hawai‘i is preparing for exciting events, activities and happenings in the new year filled with fresh beginnings and breathtaking adventures. New and exciting offerings travelers can look forward to in 2024 include immersive tasting tours, café openings, tennis matches, lū‘au and more. Read on to learn more about what travelers can add to their island of Hawai‘i itinerary in the coming year. ACTIVITIES On November 12, the County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation, […]

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All the holly jolly holiday things you can do in Pasadena before the Rose Parade Pasadena, California (Dec 1, 2023) – This holiday season, gather with friends and family in Pasadena, a sophisticated yet casual winter retreat filled with merry activities and nonstop holiday joy across town. From holiday spectaculars to shopping festivities, ornate tree lightings to classic holiday family adventures, the holiday spirit jingles all the way in Pasadena. Holiday Shows at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium The Pasadena Civic Auditorium (300 E. Green Street), one of the most revered […]

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The city of Tel Aviv boasts the best of all worlds, with it’s delicious foods like falafel and hummus, mixed with a rich, historical culture, and a laid-back beach atmosphere that makes it an ideal city to live in. One of my top priorities while visiting during the Winter was to be centrally located, while also enjoying a constant view of the Mediterranean, which reminds me of my home in Miami. The Carlton Tel Aviv just does that. Situated on the beach, it’s been awarded year after year as the top business luxury hotel in Tel Aviv […]

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Photo courtesy of Yucatan’s Ministry of Tourism. Mérida, Yucatán, January, 2023.- Looking to escape extreme weather this winter? With an average temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit, the state of Yucatán offers the ideal climate for holiday season seaside vacations. Yucatán’s pristine beaches have been awarded “Platinum Beach” by the Mexican Institute for Standardization and Certification, joining the select list of the best strands in the country. The state’s almost 250 miles of beaches are not only ideal getaways but also stunning gateways to unique settings like jungle environments, picturesque towns, […]

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Christmas markets, skating rinks, theatrical performances, thermal baths and many more surprises make Hungary’s capital the ideal destination to enjoy a white Christmas this year BUDAPEST, Hungary, Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Visit Hungary invites travelers to spend the holidays abroad as the capital city of Budapest offers a variety of seasonal activities, eye-popping decoration, and authentic Hungarian traditions. From Christmas markets, thermal baths, candle lighting ceremonies, theatrical performances and mulled wine accompanied with strudel, visitors will discover the city’s most magical time of the year. Picturesque Christmas Markets […]

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Providence, Rhode Island is known for its thriving arts community, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, outstanding hotels, and renowned restaurant scene, but in the wintertime the city becomes even more magical. With the Illuminate PVD program at the forefront, the city’s holiday programming, light shows, tree lightings, and festive art performances are in abundance. Check out our roundup below of the best upcoming events to ring in the holiday cheer in New England’s creative capital. IlluminatePVD: Growing even bigger and better, Illuminate PVD is returning with the installation of oversized snowflakes […]

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SONORA, Calif., February 10, 2022 – Tuolumne County is where winter wonders await. Located just 2.5 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, experience snowy adventures in the High Sierra, California Gold Rush history and enjoy the less crowded half of Yosemite National Park this season. Here’s what’s new in Tuolumne County this winter: New Lodging: Opened in early November, Hotel Lumberjack is Tuolumne County’s newly rebranded lodging property. Located at the center of historic Sonora, the hotel offers guests a unique Americana Motel experience with 34 newly designed rooms […]

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Dec. 1, 2021) – Several fun and festive holiday events have made their return to Louisville this yuletide season. From historic home tours and holiday pop-up bars to ice skating and igloos, it’s easy to see why Louisville has been named one of WalletHub’s “2021 Best Winter Holiday Destinations” to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Some of the festive events that are sure to light up your holidays include: Fête de Noël | ends January 2 Fête de Noël transforms Paristown into a Winter Village […]

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Currently the fastest-growing city in the US, downtown Boise also happens to be easily walkable, laid out in a grid with Grove Plaza at its heart and Julia Davis Park at its southern edge. Within the space of a short week, I got to explore some of the best the city has to offer. Street Art Head straight to Freak Alley (between 8th and 9th Streets closest to Bannock Street). Colorful styles of graffiti abound everywhere you look and the urban gallery of mixed-media art changes regularly. In addition to […]

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LAX was named one of the Top 10 Most Improved Airports in the World at the 2017 World Airport Awards, also known as the Passenger Choice Awards. The list is based on 13.8 million airport surveys completed by 105 different nationalities of airline customers during a period from July 2016 to February 2017 and covers 550 airports worldwide. New & Improved Concessions Following the completion of Terminals 2 and 6 in 2016, 2017 saw more great transformations at LAX. Westfield partnered with us to redevelop more than 8,400 square feet […]

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Lompoc, CA – Lompoc shows off its festive side during the holiday season, when visitors will find holiday concerts, historic events, fun outdoor activities, plus an opportunity to relax while wine tasting or browsing for unique holiday gifts at the specialty stores throughout town. HOLIDAY EVENTS Sip Lompoc – November 24, 2017 – 1 to 4 pm Skip the Black Friday shopping hustle and bustle, and instead leisurely sip wine with friends and family while enjoying the hospitality of over a dozen tasting rooms in town. Sip Lompoc tickets ($40) […]

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—Approximately 5 Million Visitors Expected During Holiday Season, Spending an Estimated $3.5 Billion Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve— New York City (Sept 30, 2014) —NYC & Company, the City’s official marketing, tourism and partnership organization, is encouraging visitors to book travel to New York City in time for the 2014–2015 holiday season. Starting in November, New York City is transformed into a beloved holiday destination with celebrations throughout the City’s five boroughs. From annual favorites like Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and New York City Ballet’s The Nutcracker to smaller, […]

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Our arms interlocked tightly at the elbow. We stared downward in the chilly, quiet living room when an improbable question broke the silence. “Did you touch her yet?” my wife, Oana, asked as tears streaked down her high cheekbones. “She’s still warm.” Mama Ana, as she was known, my wife’s 82-year-old grandmother, died hours earlier in her small, century-old stone farmhouse in the Romanian countryside. We journeyed 7,000 miles from California to Transylvania to witness her last days as her body shut down from liver disease. I have not attended […]

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I first met Emily at a travel meetup in Los Angeles several years ago – I was impressed by how easily public speaking comes to her and also by the fact that she has been doing something she loves for so long (she started her website way back in 1996). She continues to be the go to person for travel tips as well as a valuable resource for family related travel questions. She is much sought after as a travel expert -regularly making appearances on TV and is often a […]

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New children’s play area by Westfield showcases local scenery, innovative design (Los Angeles, California) Just in time for the busy holiday travel season, a children’s play area named “LAX Beach” has opened in the New Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX Beach celebrated its opening by hosting a “birthday party” for the space, featuring nearly 50 kindergarten children from nearby Playa Del Rey Elementary School and six LAX therapy PUPs (Pets Unstressing Passengers). Located past federal passenger security screening to conveniently serve travelers awaiting […]

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