|
What's up on the Ruta Pantera?
|
------- |
------
The return of giant pandas once again makes Atlanta one of the few U.S. destinations where travelers can see this iconic species. Photo Credit: Snow Chang / Pexels
North America Related Articles:
US Raises National Park Fees for Foreign Visitors
Canada Holds Its Ground: Carney Pushes Back Against Trump’s Warnings
U.S. Government Shutdown Sparks Economic Instability And Social Concern
Judge Blocks Trump Attempt to Send California Troops to Portland
Cuba Highlights U.S. Embargo at United Nations General Assembly
|
NORTH AMERICA ---------------------------4562NEWS STORY | |||
Panda Mania Arrives in the USA With Two New Giant Pandas in AtlantaPing Ping and Fu Shuang Arrive From China, Bringing a Familiar Atlanta Attraction Back to LifeAtlanta has giant pandas again. Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived from Chengdu, China, on September 27, bringing one of Zoo Atlanta’s most recognizable attractions back to the city and giving travelers another reason to include Atlanta in their plans. The two pandas will remain in Atlanta for 10 years. |
||||
Add this article to your favorites
[FOR MEMBERS ONLY]
Copy this link to send this article to a friend: [FOR MEMBERS ONLY] |
||||
|
Click on images to enlarge:
|
||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| |
|
|
|
|
| Enter caption_6 | Enter caption_4 | Enter caption_3 | Enter caption_5 | Enter caption_7 |
×
|
||||
| --rutapantera.com-- | ||
|
References: Zoo Atlanta. (2026, September 27). The giant pandas have landed! Zoo Atlanta. (2026, April 23). Two new giant pandas are expected to arrive at Zoo Atlanta. FedEx. (2026, September 27). FedEx Panda Express delivers giant pandas from China to the United States, supporting global conservation efforts. Zoo Atlanta. (2026). FAQs: Giant Panda Program at Zoo Atlanta. |
||
Please leave a comment about this article: |
|
| Enter your email address: |
Your email will not be displayed. |
| Your nickname: | |
| Your comment: | |
| Was this article helpful to you? | |
|
|
|
Venezuela’s Streets Put Elections Back at the Center of Political Debate
Protests, Opposition Pressure, and an Uncertain Electoral Calendar Put Venezuela’s Political Future in the Spotlight
Venezuela’s streets are once again putting elections at the center of the country’s political debate. On September 27, opposition supporters demonstr... [read more.]
Panda Mania Arrives in the USA With Two New Giant Pandas in Atlanta
Ping Ping and Fu Shuang Arrive From China, Bringing a Familiar Atlanta Attraction Back to Life
Atlanta has giant pandas again. Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived from Chengdu, China, on September 27, bringing one of Zoo Atlanta’s most recognizable a... [read more.]
The Amazon’s Next Test: Brazil Balances Conservation and Connectivity
Four New Reserves Aim to Protect the Region Around BR-319 as a Major Amazon Connectivity Project Advances
Brazil is moving forward with two developments that could shape the future of one of the Amazon’s most difficult-to-reach regions: the creation of four... [read more.]
California’s Beaches Become an Unexpected New Sea Turtle Nesting Ground
A Historic Nesting Event Raises New Questions About Wildlife, Ocean Conditions and Coastal Tourism
California’s Southern California beaches have recorded an extraordinary wildlife event: olive ridley sea turtles have laid eggs there for the first tim... [read more.]
Brazil Opens the UN General Debate: A Diplomatic Tradition
A Longstanding Practice Gives Brazil the First Major Address of the Annual UN Gathering
Brazil will once again be the first member state to address the United Nations General Assembly when the high-level General Debate begins in New York on ... [read more.]
Big Bend Enters a New Chapter in Its Border History
New Border Infrastructure Plans Are Placing One of Texas’s Great Natural Destinations at the Center of a National Debate.
Big Bend is one of those places where geography does much of the work. The Chihuahuan Desert, the Chisos Mountains, and the Rio Grande create a landscape... [read more.]
To see more News Stories, please become a member here.
Ruta Pantera Recommends That Latinos Postpone ALL Nonessential Travel to the U.S. Until After Midterm Break
The Equatorial Guinea Case Exposes a New Dimension of U.S. Immigration Policy and Its Implications for International Travelers
Ruta Pantera is advising Latino travelers to postpone all nonessential travel to the United States until after midterm break, as rapidly changing immigra... [read more.]
Hurricane Polo Reaches Category 5 Off Mexico’s Pacific Coast
The Storm Is Expected to Remain Offshore, but Heavy Rain, Flooding, Dangerous Surf, and Travel Disruptions Affect Southwestern Mexico
Hurricane Polo has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm off Mexico’s Pacific coast, becoming an extremely powerful system while remaining offsho... [read more.]
Hurricane Lowell Approaches Hawaii: Kauai Prepares for a Dangerous Pass
The hurricane is expected to stay offshore, but dangerous surf and heavy rain could disrupt travel across the western islands.
Hurricane Lowell is moving north toward Hawaii, bringing its closest approach yet to the western islands. Although the storm is expected to remain offsho... [read more.]
U.S. Immigration Rules: What Travelers Need to Know About New Fines
Visitors and Foreign Nationals Should Understand the Consequences of Overstaying or Failing to Comply With a Final Deportation Order
The United States is strengthening enforcement of its immigration rules through civil fines that can represent a significant cost for certain people who ... [read more.]
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Plans Passport-Free Checks at All U.S. Airports
The Face Is Changing Border Travel
The way travelers enter the United States is becoming increasingly digital. Facial biometric technology is already being used by U.S. Customs and Border ... [read more.]
Border Wall Expansion Is Putting Natural Destinations and Sacred Sites at Risk Along the U.S.-Mexico Border
The Expansion of U.S. Border Infrastructure Is Transforming Cultural Territories and Natural Destinations in the Sonoran Desert.
The expansion of the U.S.-Mexico border wall is moving into an area where security, nature, Indigenous heritage and tourism intersect in particularly sen... [read more.]
To see more Travel Advisories, please become a member. here.
Washington, D.C.: When Architecture Becomes Politics
The Physical Transformation of the U.S. Capital Is Also Changing the Historic Landscape That Attracts Millions of Visitors.
Washington, D.C. was not designed as an ordinary city. From the beginning, its buildings, avenues, monuments, and open spaces were organized to create sp... [read more.]
The US Open Has Become A New York Travel Experience
Tennis, dining, luxury, and entertainment now surround one of the city’s biggest summer events.
The US Open is no longer experienced only from the seats of Arthur Ashe Stadium. Every year, the tournament brings visitors to New York who come to watch... [read more.]
Nepal’s Glacier Disaster Puts Argentina’s Andes Back in the Spotlight
Why Glacier Protection Matters to Travelers
The tragedy in the Himalayas on August 26 has brought international attention back to a part of the mountain landscape that travelers often experience as... [read more.]
Is the United States Losing Its Place as a Favorite Destination for International Travelers?
Political Tensions, Travel Advisories, and Changing Travel Habits Are Leading More Visitors to Consider Other Destinations
The United States has been one of the world’s leading tourism destinations for decades, an almost automatic choice for millions of international travel... [read more.]
A Fluctuating Dollar Is Changing the Cost of Travel Across the Americas
A Weaker Canadian Dollar, a Stronger Colombian Peso and Possible Venezuelan Dollarization Are Reshaping Travel Value
The same hotel, the same airfare and the same restaurant can cost a traveler a very different amount depending on the currency used to pay for them. That... [read more.]
The Invisible Side Of A Safer City Changes The Way We Travel
Surveillance Technology Is Quietly Transforming The Experience Of Those Moving Through Cities.
As cities turn increasingly to technology to make their streets safer, a less visible transformation is taking place in the way travelers move through th... [read more.]
To see more Trending articles, please become a member here.
Bolivia, Land of Art and Tradition
A Journey through A Cultural Landscape that Defines Andean Identity
Bolivia is not just an exotic destination; it’s an experience that unfolds layer by layer, like the multicolored skirts of a pollera at an Aymara festival. With an ethnic di... [read more.]
Panama Colonial Routes: The Ancient Crossroads That Connected the World Before the Canal
Long before ships sailed through locks, Panama was a bustling crossroads of global trade. Cobblestone roads, fortified towns, and winding rivers shape
A recent photo essay shines a spotlight on Panama’s colonial trade routes, uncovering a fascinating story that predates the famous Panama Canal by centuries. In the 1500s, t... [read more.]
Casa Conejo: Where Luxury Is Reinvented Among Mountains and Coffee Landscapes in El Salvador
An Immersive Experience Along the Route of Flowers Redefines Exclusivity in Central America
In the midst of volcanic mountains, coffee plantations, and soft mist, a new way of understanding luxury in Central America is taking shape. It is no lon... [read more.]
The Best Hotel in the World in Latin America According to Tripadvisor’s 2025 Ranking
Where sustainable luxury meets the spirit of the Caribbean.
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya, located in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, has been crowned the best hotel in the world in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2025 rank... [read more.]
The Ancient Library of the Internet
Welcome to the World’s Largest Web Archive
In the heart of San Francisco’s Richmond District, just a few blocks from the Presidio and the foot of the Golden Gate, stands an imposing white building with eight Gothic c... [read more.]
Colombia's Tourism Renaissance
Unveiling the Top Visitor Nations and the Drivers of Growth
Imagine wandering through the colorful colonial streets of Cartagena, sipping world-renowned coffee amid misty Andean mountains, or trekking into the heart of the Amazon rainf... [read more.]
A Practical Guide to Embracing the Eternal Spring
A Haven of Wellness and Culture for Those Seeking Calm and Fulfillment
Medellín, the city of eternal spring, is not just a destination for adventurous backpackers or tireless gourmets. For seniors seeking a perfect balance of serene nature, war... [read more.]
To see more Trip Ideas, please become a member here.
Círio de Nazaré – Brazil’s Largest Religious Procession
Faith in Motion
When: October 11, 2026
Where: Belém, Brazil
Highlights: Millions join a moving procession honoring Our Lady of Nazareth, blending devotion, tradition, and community.
Explore More:
The Círio de Nazaré is Brazil's most moving expression of faith, an event where devotion becomes a human river overflowing the streets of Belém. From dawn, thousands of people gather to accompany the i...
[read more.]
Chicago in September: Architecture, Lakefront Festivals, and the New Obama Presidential Center
Experience America's Architectural Capital During Its Most Beautiful Season
When: September 2026
Where: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Highlights: The newly opened Obama Presidential Center; world-famous Chicago River architecture cruises; Millennium Park and Cloud Gate ("The Bean
Explore More: September is one of the best times to visit Chicago, with comfortable temperatures, smaller crowds, and an outstanding calendar of festivals and cultural events. Visitors can combine iconic architecture tour...
[read more.]
|
TravelDesk Finder (Find past news, advisories and travel trends here.) |
|---|

Carnival Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises
Cunard Line
Disney Cruise Line
MSC Cruises
Norwegian Cruise Line
Oceania Cruises
Princess Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Royal Caribbean International
Recommendations
What's coming up in the hemisphere that you might want to see or do.
The Caribbean by Sea: Island-Hopping Without Changing Hotels
The Pacific Coast Cruise: From Vancouver to South America
10 American Ports You Should Explore Before or After Your Cruise
Travel Calendar
Fashion, romance and wellness for travelers seeking confidence and style.
The Great American Cruise Calendar: Festivals, Wildlife and Events at Sea
August 2026: Sailing The Caribbean Aboard Icon Of The Seas

Add this article to your favorites
[FOR MEMBERS ONLY]






















COLOMBIA
VENEZUELA
BRASIL
ARGENTINA
COSTA RICA
NICARAGUA
MEXICO
PERU
BOLIVIA
URUGUAY
CHILE
GUATEMALA
HONDURAS
HAITI
PANAMA
CANADA