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The Benefits and Drawbacks of WestJet's Ultra Basic Fare

WestJet has rolled out a new fare class called "Ultra Basic" , and it has been generating quite a buzz. This new fare class is designed to offer travelers a...

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Exciting Air Canada Enhancements: Free Economy Beer & Wine and Premium Snacks

Exciting news for all Air Canada travelers! Air Canada has just announced new free food and beverage offerings in economy class and an enhanced menu for flights within Canada and...

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Experience the Best of Riviera Maya: Luxurious Yet Affordable Stays

Riviera Maya, Mexico

The Riviera Maya, a stretch of Caribbean coastline on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula, is a magnet for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure in a budget-friendly setting. With its...

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Essential Packing Guide for Your Riviera Maya Adventure

Riviera Maya, Mexico

Welcome to Swan Family Travel, where we aim to make your 2-week trip to Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico, an unforgettable journey. Given the region's warm tropical climate, vibrant...

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Essential Spanish Phrases for Your Mexico Trip: A Guide by Swan Family Travel

Mexico

Welcome to Swan Family Travel's brief primer for those journeying to Mexico, a country with a rich tapestry of culture, history, and language. Spanish, the official language of Mexico,...

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Top 10 Must-Try Dishes in Riviera Maya: A Culinary Journey Through Quintana Roo

Riviera Maya, Mexico

The Riviera Maya in Quintana Roo, Mexico, is not only a breathtaking coastal destination but also a region with a rich culinary tradition deeply rooted in the Mayan culture....

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This Hotel Gives You Access to Rome's Gardens and Private Villas with Top Horticulturalists

Outdoor Activities Rome, Italy

Rome’s iconic history, culture, and ‘dolce vita’ come to life in its green spaces, and one of the city’s luxury hotels is letting guests immerse themselves in some of its...

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New National Park in the Caribbean is the Seahorse Capital of the World

Outdoor Activities Bahamas

Of all the creatures of the oceans, seahorses may be one of the most magical and endearing. And now, a new maritime preserve in the Caribbean with the densest population...

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Travel Tips as World-First Tourist Toll Takes Effect: Venice Visitors Must Now Pay to Enter City

Before your trip Venice

It’s historic travel news: in what the country’s tourism board is calling a “unique experiment,” the famous canal city of Venice, Italy, is implementing what it labels “a daily access...

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Sandals Opens 18th All-Inclusive Resort in Off-the-Beaten-Path Caribbean Archipelago

Sea & Sand St Vincent and Grenadines

Looking for a luxury, all-inclusive, nature-forward beach resort experience in a mostly-undiscovered destination? Sandals has opened the doors of its newest resort – with a view down a 300-foot pool...

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Top 10 Must-Do Experiences in Edinburgh

Awesome Travel Stuff Edinburgh

Welcome to Edinburgh, Scotland, a city where the past and present dance together on cobbled streets, under the watchful eye of the majestic Edinburgh Castle. As part of our tailored...

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Discover Edinburgh: A Blend of History, Culture, and Modernity

Edinburgh

Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, is a place where history and modernity blend seamlessly, offering visitors a cultural experience like no other. With its stunning landscapes, historic buildings, and...

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Top Countries for Wildlife Viewing - and What to Photograph There

Outdoor Activities

Wildlife photography safaris have never been more popular, as constant advances in technology make incredible image capture more accessible to ordinary travelers. One study of millions of wildlife photos on...

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The Longest Hotel Pool on the Exotic Island of Bali is Inspired by Rice Terraces

Hotels Indonesia

The lush, terraced rice fields of Bali are iconic symbols of this legendary Indonesian island, lending inspiration to the pools of one resort. Surrounded by inviting greenery and nestled in the...

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VIDEO: Behind the Scenes Tour of the Submarine Hangar on a Viking Expedition Cruise

Adventure

Viking has two expedition cruise ships and each is equipped with 2 ‘yellow submarines,’ zodiacs, kayaks, and special operations boats that allow guests to launch into excursions right off the...

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Essential Tips for Booking Your Next All-Inclusive Vacation

All Inclusive

It's not too late to book your all-inclusive getaway this season. But all resorts are not created equal. Making the wrong choice of an all-inclusive vacation can be the difference...

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VIDEO: Incredible! Helicopter Quest for Emperor Penguins on the Scenic Eclipse in Antarctica

Adventure Antarctica

The Scenic Eclipse ultra-luxury expedition ship is equipped with not one – but two, 6-seat helicopters – and they were the key to a life-changing excursion during our cruise in...

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The Bahamas "Launching" as the Next Destination for Space Tourism

Sightseeing Bahamas

We have lift off! It’s a “giant leap” for The Bahamas, which is joining the exclusive club of destinations appealing to fans of humankind’s Last Frontier. The country has entered into...

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New All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean Include Overwater Restaurant Made for Love

Sea & Sand Caribbean

Just add love. Kindle or rekindle the flames of your relationship at two new, all-inclusive, adults-only, beach resorts this year. You can be among the first couples to indulge in...

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Top Street Food Experiences in Ho Chi Minh City

Culture & History Ho Chi Minh City

A trip to Vietnam is a feast for the senses, with exotic scenery, scents, sounds, fascinating history and culture. It’s also a literal feast. Vietnamese cuisine is a foodie favorite,...

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A Hotel on Italy’s Chic Lake Como Now Has the Largest Floating Infinity Pool in the World

Hotels Lake Como, Italy

One of the most coveted holiday destinations in the world, Italy’s Lake Como, just keeps getting more extraordinary. For centuries, the glacial lake located in the northern Italian region of Lombardy,...

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Where to Dive in to the Hottest - or Coldest! - New Wellness Trend

Wellness

Have you resolved to travel more and to focus more on your health? You can do both by taking a holiday where you can practice the latest activity touted to...

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Huge Hotel Brand Launches First All-Inclusive

Hotels Cancun, Mexico

The all-inclusive trend keeps growing! All-inclusive resorts used to be all about packaged beach vacations. But more and more people are tuning into the benefits of all-inclusives, especially the ease...

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Journey into Authentic Mexico in its "Magical Towns"

Sightseeing Mexico

Mexico is more than beaches. It’s also a country rich in folklore, traditions, culture, history, nature and cuisine. And some of Mexico’s towns have such a concentration of significance and...

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