Orlando's first immersive theme park to open in a decade is going to be a foodie paradise
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I've been to Las Vegas over 50 times. There are 9 big mistakes I see most first-time visitors make.
As a repeat traveler to Las Vegas, I've seen first-time tourists make mistakes like missing hotel deals or restaurant reservations on the Strip.
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I got brunch at the largest buffet in Las Vegas for $65. I wouldn't go back, but I would recommend it.
Inside Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Bacchanal Buffet has over 250 menu items. I went for brunch and wouldn't go back even though I enjoyed it.
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Venice doubles its last-minute 'tourist tax' — with other cities looking to copy its approach to overtourism
Venice is doubling a last-minute tourist fee for daytrippers, first introduced in 2024. Its tourism chief says other cities want to copy its approach.
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My favorite gem in Italy is just an hour from Venice. It's packed with stunning scenery and feels like stepping into a fairy tale.
I love visiting Bassano del Grappa, a charming Italian city near Venice. It's less touristy than other popular destinations and has so much to do.
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I spent $1,000 to have a room to myself on a 30-hour Amtrak ride. It was the best experience I've had on an overnight train in the US.
I've traveled on overnight trains in the US and Europe. My experience in an Amtrak bedroom was the most comfortable in the US.
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I live near Vail and visit often. Here are 5 mistakes I see people make when they visit the famous Colorado ski town.
As a Colorado local, I tell people visiting Vail to prepare for higher elevation, skip car rentals, and avoid only coming during busy winter season.
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I stayed in a 3-bedroom suite at Trump's Ireland hotel that costs over $1,300 a night. It felt straight out of a fairytale.
I got upgraded to a three-bedroom suite that costs $1,360 a night at the Trump International Hotel in Doonbeg, Ireland. It was worth it.
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I rode on a Japanese bullet train with top speeds of nearly 200 miles per hour. Despite the downsides, I'd do it again.
I took Japan's famous bullet train Shinkansen for the first time. My trip from Osaka to Tokyo was quick with comfy seats, but I got motion sickness.
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New Zealand relaxes 'golden visa' rules in bid to attract wealthy investors amid struggling economy
The investor visa is set to become "simpler and more flexible," New Zealand's Immigration Minister Erica Stanford said.
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I moved my family from mainland US to Puerto Rico for a dream job. The island life wasn't what we expected.
My family and I were looking forward to the dreamy island life in Puerto Rico. But we sometimes had no running water and faced a struggling economy.
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We let our kids choose between Disneyland and Palm Springs. We're shocked they chose the latter, but we all loved the trip.
Our whole family loved our trip to Palm Springs, California. We had so much to do with our teens, from hiking in Joshua Tree to drinking date shakes.
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I bought the Disney dining plan for my 6-day trip. I would've saved money without it, but it was still worth it.
The Disney dining plan was worth the money, according to writer Mollie Davies who pre-paid for six days of meals during her recent stay in Orlando.
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5 popular destinations travel planners won't be visiting this year
It's easy to get swept up in the latest travel trends, but vacation planners hope places like Venice and Paris get a little less popular this year.
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I paid $2,700 for a weekend of snowboarding in Italy's Dolomites — and it was still cheaper than a similar trip to Aspen, Colorado
I visited Italy's most expensive ski town, Cortina d'Ampezzo. Including flights, it was still cheaper than Aspen, Colorado.
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My family is moving to Spain for a year. We are keeping our house and insurance in the US, but our kids will go to a school in Madrid.
Bethany Stevens, her husband and kids, are moving to Madrid for a year. They are keeping their house in NY and kids will go to school in Spanish.
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I had 22 layovers in just a few months. I swear by these 5 tricks that actually helped me enjoy them.
Most travelers dread layovers when flying, but I've actually come to enjoy them by using a few travel tips and airport hacks.
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Here's what we know about the Bering Air crash in Alaska
It is the third major air incident to have taken place in the US over the last 10 days.
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I've been to 19 countries with my kids. Here are 5 that were more than worth it and 4 I'd probably skip next time.
After visiting 19 countries with my kids, I'd definitely go back to places like Iceland and Poland. However, I wouldn't take them back to Italy.
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The best bites to add to your Super Bowl Sunday menu
In this Saturday edition of BI Today, we're talking about Republican hair trending across political parties, and Super Bowl food.
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I moved from France to the US at 17 to pursue a successful career. I now realize there are downsides to American ambition.
Iris Goldsztajn grew up in France but went to college in the US. At first, American ambition was infectious but years later she felt burned out.
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Airlines desperately want more planes — but Boeing and Airbus can't keep up
The bottlenecks have forced global carriers to adjust their 2025 capacity plans, cut routes, and spend more money to keep older jets flying.
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I stayed at a luxury hotel in a Colorado ski town and saw why some guests choose to live there year-round
I stayed at the Viceroy Snowmass, where multimillion-dollar condos are rented as hotel rooms for thousands of dollars a night.
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I dined at billionaire Rick Caruso's 5-star hotel. The restaurant was so good I think it deserves a second Michelin star.
Michelin-starred Caruso's is located in billionaire Rick Caruso's five-star Rosewood Miramar Beach resort in ritzy Montecito, California.
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Travelers tired of hotels and Airbnbs are swapping luxury homes to vacation longer for way less money
House swapping helped Jenni Hammond spend next to nothing on accommodation during a two-month trip to Hawaii, Arizona, and New York.
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I'm a woman who's traveled solo to all 50 states. Here are my top safety tips for travelers.
As a female solo traveler, I've picked up many helpful safety tips. I warn travelers not to post on social media in real-time and to remain vigilant.
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A British tourist and an American find the best sandwich in Los Angeles
"Food Wars" hosts Harry Kersh and Joe Avella travel across Los Angeles to find the best sandwich in the city.
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I've been on nearly 100 cruises. These are my 5 best tips for first-timers who don't really want to go.
As a seasoned cruiser, these are my tips for first-time cruisers who don't want to go on a cruise, from which rooms to book to the best itineraries.
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I commuted by helicopter in New York City. It was convenient and luxurious, but I can see why some locals hate the flights.
Flexjet flies helicopters in places like Manhattan to cut down on travel time. I see why the wealthy love it, but hope operators keep locals in mind.
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I'm a professional skier. Here are 4 mistakes I tell first-timers to avoid making on the slopes.
As a professional skier, some of the biggest mistakes I see first-timers make on the slopes include wearing the wrong gear and skipping lessons.
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I stayed at Universal's new space-themed hotel for $124 a night. The family-friendly resort packs so much value.
Universal's Stella Nova Resort just opened, and I spent a night in the family-friendly hotel for $124. I couldn't believe the incredible value.
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I almost lost my Global Entry status over a mistake anyone could easily make
An easy-to-make airport mistake involving fruit and US Customs and Border Protection almost cost me money and made me lose my Global Entry status.
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I moved to a tiny ski town in Japan. I make $8 an hour, but life is cheap so I'm saving for my future travels.
Vitus Stenhøj Schiøtz from Denmark was overwhelmed in Tokyo but found a home away from home in a ski resort where he can afford to live making $8 an hour.
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I took a 15-hour Amtrak train from Colorado to Utah. Here's how I spent every hour, from boarding to dinner with a view.
I rode an Amtrak Superliner overnight train on the California Zephyr route from Colorado to Utah. Here's exactly how I spent each of the 15 hours.
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Norwegian is following Royal Caribbean's giant cruise ship playbook
Norwegian plans to debut four of its largest cruise ships ever starting in 2030. Each would sail more than 8,300 people.
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I've spent over 100 days at sea. Please don't make these 6 etiquette mistakes on your next cruise.
After 25+ sailings, these are the worst things I see people commonly do on cruises, from using their hands at buffets to unfairly reserving seats.
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I paid $168 for a 10-hour Amtrak business-class ride. Next time, I'll stay in coach and save $100.
I traveled in business class on an Amtrak train from NYC to Niagara Falls, New York. I found the seats to be stiff and uncomfortable.
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I've been to 37 countries, and South America is my favorite region. Here are 4 of the best places to visit there.
After visiting 37 countries, I found my favorite underrated travel spots are in South America. Here are my recommendations, from Peru to Brazil.
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A full-scale recreation of Anne Frank's Secret Annex shows how her family lived in seclusion. Take a look.
A new exhibit in New York City lets you step inside Anne Frank's Secret Annex.
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These airlines are using Apple AirTags to help reunite passengers with lost luggage
Lufthansa and Virgin Atlantic are among the first carriers to let passengers share an AirTag location to trace missing baggage.
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A Michelin-starred hotel chef says the layout of a resort can completely change how room service works
At luxury vertical hotels, you'll get beautiful dishes on expensive china. Sprawling resorts are different because room service comes via golf carts.
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I retired early and began traveling the world with my husband. In some ways, it still feels like work.
To stay grounded, the retired couple have a weekly "business meeting" to review finances, plan trips, and align on short- and long-term priorities.
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Southwest flyers can soon access a popular 'stopover' perk in Europe. See which other carriers offer similar programs.
Airlines have capitalized on a trend of people booking super-long layovers to give them time in a hub city. Its like a vacation within a vacation.
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I traveled Europe for 6 months with only 2 backpacks. Here are the items I couldn't live without and the ones I wish I'd left behind.
I spent six months traveling Europe with two backpacks, and loved having things like a portable white-noise machine and flat travel pouches with me.
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Why a cargo airline is eyeing a radical new aircraft design for its future planes
The plane, known as Kona, would complement Nolinor's fleet of Boeing 737-200 freighters, all of which are at least 40 years old.
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I've been a tour guide in Italy for 17 years. My top recommendation is an incredible ancient port city that's way less crowded than Rome.
I've been working as a tour guide in Rome since 2008, and it only seems to be getting more crowded with tourists. Instead, go to nearby Ostia Antica.
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I spent $26,000 on a 21-day expedition cruise through Antarctica and other bucket-list spots. I can't recommend it enough.
Our 21-day expedition cruise on the Seabourn Pursuit came with excursions throughout Antarctica, Falkland Islands, and Georgia for $26,000 a person.
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I lost my phone while on a 10-day international vacation. Unplugging isn't relaxing when it's not planned.
I lost my phone while on a 10-day vacation, and my unplanned unplugging was stressful. Here's what I'll do about phone safety before my next trip.
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The wildest requests a Michelin-starred chef has received from VIP hotel guests
With over 30 years of experience in hotels from Abu Dhabi to Napa Valley, Michelin-starred chef Massimo Falsini has encountered every kind of guest.
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