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Over 90 Percent of Caribbean Cruise Ports Welcoming Guests

by Daniel McCarthy “The degree of public perception that the entire region has been affected by storm…could not be further from the truth,” Paige told reporters on a conference call Monday where she was joined by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. President Adam Goldstein and Carnival Corp. President and CEO Arnold Donald to talk about the state of the...

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Canadian Survivors of Vegas Shooting Regret Passing up Travel Insurance

The shooting in Las Vegas last week was a horrific experience for everyone who was there. But many international visitors, and Canadians more than most, are finding themselves taking home a souvenir they never expected: the huge medical bills incurred by those who left home without travel insurance. An article in The Province this weekend told the...

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Vancouver...One Bite At A Time

From the burgeoning food truck scene and family-run cafes, to waterfront seafood restaurants and high-rolling steak houses, you’ll come away amazed with the city’s eclectic variety of eateries. In fact, variety could be your biggest problem. With so much to choose from, where do you start? We’ve selected a few of our favorite places where you can...

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What's Open in the Caribbean After Hurricanes Irma and Maria

Hotels and resorts in the Caribbean have been completing their assessments of damage left behind by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Here is a roundup of the properties that are currently open. Antigua Resorts including Cocobay, Jumby Bay, Curtain Bluff, Carlisle Bay, Hawksbill by Rex Resorts, Heritage, St. James's Club, The Inn at English Harbor, and Nonsuch Bay all...

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Hawaii: America’s True Winter Wonderland

While a Hawaii vacation is ideal at any time of year, visiting during the winter months comes with an extra added bonus (besides escaping the chilly weather at home). From December to May, magnificent humpback whales turn the warm Pacific waters surrounding the islands into their personal playground, offering endless opportunities to witness nature on display...

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Puerto Rico - Travel Update You Should Know

Jose Izquierdo, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, said in a statement: “We're working closely with other state and federal government agencies and collaborating with our industry partners to identify immediate needs across the island.” The Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is now open to commercial flight traffic. A few airlines are already operating on...

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How To Find The Perfect Resort For Your Wedding

1. Take out a piece of paper. Give one to your guy too. Write down your top three requirements for your wedding experience. Do you prefer a barefoot vibe? Or did you always imagine yourself as a bride in a grand ballroom? Is a formal dinner your top priority or do you prefer to savor the local...

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World's Top Places to Kiss

If romance is on your mind and you’re looking for an unforgettable place to cuddle up with the one you love, we’ve got you covered with some of the world’s most romantic destinations where you can smooch away in pure bliss. Paris, France Ah, Paris, the City of Light and love – no surprise it often takes our...

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That's My Kind of Vacation

While planning a vacation for your entire gang – the kids, grandparents, and you – might seem like an impossible task when it comes to pleasing everyone, we certainly know a thing or two about how to make everyone in your brood downright happy on your next multi-generational trip.To maximize the fun – and your hard-earned...

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Cuba

For decades, writers, artists, and travelers from across the globe have been seduced and charmed by Cuba’s sun-drenched beaches, food and music, rums, and cigars. However accessing and experiencing the island’s vibrant culture hasn’t always been easy. But that’s quickly changing, especially now that a number of cruise lines are sailing to the island, delighting cruisers...

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