As the age of the cruise ship and Disney Resort fades, two values come to dominate the desires of the modern traveler: first-hand experience and cultural authenticity. These travelers abandon the spoiled environment of past visitors for a more natural environment, and value the experience. During a visit only. Add to that another arrogant trend … Read more
With the Elvis story slated to hit theaters this month, we’ve decided to take a peek at the many harmonious homes of music legend Elvis Presley. Everyone knows he’s in Graceland, but the King of Rock and Roll had a number of other places he called home. Over the decades, many of the places Presley … Read more
Amina Belouizdad Porter, co-CEO of PS, formerly known as The Private Suite. Courtesy of Amina Belouizdad Porter font size Amina Belouizdad Porter is not afraid to take the least crowded route. The co-CEO of PS, formerly known as The Private Suite, has lived in seven different cities, speaks five languages, and has a successful career … Read more
If you’re a retiree considering summer travel either domestically or overseas, and you’re hesitating, it’s no surprise – there’s plenty to consider. “When considering travel, weigh the risks,” says Dr. Stuart Campbell Ray, MD, professor of medicine with experience in COVID-19 at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Nobody wants to get sick on vacation. However, if you … Read more
The term “revenge travel” has become a popular way to describe consumers dusting off their itineraries that have been halted by the pandemic, but 2022 is poised to be an even bigger payoff for dog days in 2020. That’s because travel and all of its incidental spending is back even stronger compared to last year, … Read more
The majority of Americans — 7 out of 10 — plan to travel in the next 12 months for leisure, according to a February NerdWallet poll. Many Americans are looking to travel this summer, and most are hoping to find a good deal. Air travel is almost back to pre-pandemic levels. The number of travelers … Read more
Travelers’ Dream: Spring in Paris. Work at some online travel agencies has almost doubled. AFP/Getty Images font size After two years of staying put, Americans are once again planning their summer vacations, giving a huge boost to the travel industry. So why are investors staying away from the trip? Airlines hinted at recovery when it … Read more
Travelers’ Dream: Spring in Paris. Work at some online travel agencies has almost doubled. AFP/Getty Images font size After two years of staying put, Americans are once again planning their summer vacations, giving a huge boost to the travel industry. So why are investors staying away from the trip? Airlines hinted at a recovery when … Read more
Is a Travel Rewards Credit Card the Right Choice for You? Getty Images With more than 6 in 10 US adults likely to take at least one vacation this summer, according to a new study from Bankrate, you might be wondering if it’s time to apply for a credit card with travel privileges. But just … Read more
The golden jubilee of Kansas City is about to happen. Nearly 50 years after opening its airport, as well as a glittering sports complex for a soccer field and baseball park, named after original son and former president Harry S. Truman, the city is ready for a long-overdue renovation. The jewel in the Renaissance’s crown … Read more