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The SS United States Rises Again as the World’s Largest Artificial Reef
The Historic American Ocean Liner Was Sunk Off Florida to Create a New Marine Habitat and Become a Major Attraction for Diving Tourism
The SS United States has begun a new chapter beneath the sea. The historic ocean liner was deliberately sunk on November 11, 2026, off the coast of Desti... [read more.]
Can Bukele Defeat Haiti’s Gangs and Bring Back Tourism?
El Salvador Takes Its Anti-Gang Strategy to Haiti.
Haiti may be entering a new chapter in its struggle against criminal violence. Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele has extended his security strategy into ... [read more.]
Supreme Court Approves Border Wall Construction in Big Bend
Ruling Allows Work to Resume in Texas, Raising Concerns Over Environmental and Legal Consequences.
In southwestern Texas, the Rio Grande winds through deep canyons, desert mountains and vast wilderness before tracing part of the boundary between the Un... [read more.]
Bukele Crosses Borders and Takes His War on Gangs to Haiti
El Salvador’s President Takes His Security Strategy to Haiti With Dominican Support Amid the Gang Crisis
Haiti has a new military player, and he is not Haitian. Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele is extending his security strategy into the Caribbean by deploy... [read more.]
After the Bells, Argentina Still Has Questions
Leo XIV’s Visit Brings Faith, Political Responsibility, and the Future of the Americas Into Focus
A pope’s arrival can fill streets, draw enormous crowds, and turn a city into the centre of international attention. But the meaning of a historic visi... [read more.]
Democrats Capture Congress in a Major Electoral Defeat for Donald Trump
Economic Frustration, Opposition to the Iran War and Concerns Over Presidential Power Reshape the Political Balance in Washington.
Ehe United States delivered a significant political setback to Donald Trump on November 3, as Democrats captured both chambers of Congress in the 2026 mi... [read more.]
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At 60, a New Adventure Begins! Travel Tips and Benefits That Help You Go Further
Discover Lesser-Known Discounts, Passenger Rights, and Smart Ways to Explore the Three Americas for Less.
Imagine exploring Mexico’s colonial towns, sailing among Caribbean islands, discovering Costa Rica’s extraordinary biodiversity, or watching the Cana... [read more.]
Tourist Taxes in Mexico: Rates and Requirements for 2026
Quintana Roo and Baja California Sur Charge International Visitors Tourism Fees of 285 and 488 Mexican Pesos, Respectively
Mexico offers a wide range of destinations, from Caribbean beaches to the desert landscapes of Baja California Sur. However, travelers visiting these reg... [read more.]
Lone Star Ticks Are Spreading: What Travelers Need to Know
Tick Bites Can Transmit Diseases and Trigger a Potentially Serious Allergy to Meat and Other Mammal Products.
Travelers planning to hike, camp, observe wildlife, or participate in other outdoor activities in different parts of the United States should be aware of... [read more.]
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.]
Passports Under Signal: The Aluminum Foil Debate and the New Traveler Security
A Viral Tip Reveals How Invisible Technology Has Reshaped Risks—and Precautions—When Crossing Borders
In the era of digital travel, where documents are no longer purely physical but also carriers of electronic data, a simple act like wrapping a passport i... [read more.]
Always Use Flotation Devices When on the Water
The Disappearance of a U.S. Tourist in the Bahamas Underscores the Critical Importance of Safety Measures on the Water
What should have been a routine short boat ride turned into a tragedy that is now drawing international attention. The disappearance of a 55-year-old Ame... [read more.]
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Xochimilco Has a Recipe for Saving Its History
Lucio Usobiaga Connects Contemporary Cuisine With the Revival of Mexico’s Chinampas
In the southern reaches of Mexico City, a network of canals and cultivated islands preserves one of the region’s most remarkable agricultural tradition... [read more.]
Travel Like IShowSpeed: Football, Adventure, and the World Through a Streamer’s Eyes
Sports, Culture, and Adventure With One of YouTube’s Biggest Stars
What happens when a football fanatic, a camera, and millions of online followers travel around the world together? The answer is the extraordinary journe... [read more.]
Octola III: The Arctic Hideaway Where Even the Location Is a Secret
A Private Retreat in Finnish Lapland Opens With Rates Starting at US$22,500 a Night.
US$22,500 a night, six guests and a location no one knows until arrival. That is the concept behind Octola III, a new ultra-luxury retreat scheduled to o... [read more.]
Lula and the Digital Revolution of Voting
WhatsApp, Memes, and Missions Transformed Millions of Supporters Into an Organized Political Force in Brazil.
In Latin America, where a family conversation can escalate into a political debate and a WhatsApp message can travel through an entire neighborhood in mi... [read more.]
Venezuela: The Challenge of Turning Oil Into Economic Development
Investment and Market Stability Will Be Key to Turning Venezuela’s Oil Wealth Into Economic Development.
Venezuela faces a question that goes far beyond who participates in its political negotiations: how to transform one of the world’s largest oil reserve... [read more.]
A Road Trip that Waited Decades to Begin
At 69, One Traveler Decided to Stop Postponing the Journey He Had Always Wanted.
Sometimes the most important journey is not the one with the longest route, but the one that finally begins. At 69, Frank Babcock decided to turn an idea... [read more.]
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Art in Transit: A Journey Through the Living Cartography of the Cuban Diaspora
From Island Memory to Global Cities, Where Creativity Becomes Movement
Travel, in its deepest sense, does not always mean covering great distances, but learning to see differently. To follow the creative pulse of the Cuban d... [read more.]
Preparing for a Visit to Las Lajas Sanctuary in Nariño
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The Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary of Las Lajas is located in the Guáitara River canyon in Ipiales, Nariño. It is considered an architectural and religious jewel,... [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.]
Local Queer Creators as Guides to Genuine Travel
Social Media Transforms Travel Planning, Offering Real-Life Perspectives
LGBTQ+ travelers are increasingly seeking authentic experiences, moving away from polished tourism campaigns that often prioritize the commercial over th... [read more.]
Free Sunday Access to Jaguar Park in Tulum: A Sustainable, Cultural, and Natural Travel Experience
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Starting August 31, 2025, Jaguar Park in Tulum offers free entry every Sunday for Mexican citizens and foreign residents, in accordance with the Federal Rights Law. This initi... [read more.]
US Raises National Park Fees for Foreign Visitors
$100 Surcharge and Higher Annual Pass Costs for International Tourists
The United States government announced a significant change to its national park fee structure, stating that beginning January 1, 2026, all foreign visitors will be required t... [read more.]
Historical Accounts and Paranormal Phenomena in New York
Voices from Beyond in the Big Apple
New York, the city that never sleeps, harbors secrets that transcend everyday life. Beneath its skyscrapers and bustling streets lie thousands of restless souls, trapped in a ... [read more.]
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Jakob Kudsk Steensen: Wetland
An Immersive Digital Exhibition Reimagines Berlin’s Lost Wetlands
When: October 12, 2026–March 7, 2027.
Where: The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Agnes Gund Garden Lobby, 11 West 53rd Street, New York City, New York, USA.
Highlights: Danish artist Jakob Kudsk Ste
Explore More: Discover how digital art can bring lost landscapes back to life at the MoMA in New York City. Find exhibition details at https://www.moma.org/calendar/exhibitions/5936
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ITB Americas 2026: The Americas’ Tourism Industry Seeks New Markets
Guadalajara Connects the Americas’ Tourism Industry.
When: November 10–12, 2026.
Where: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
Highlights: International business meetings, destination promotion, and partnerships among tourism professionals. The event will e
Explore More: From Caribbean beaches and major cities to the Amazon rainforest, the Andes, and cultural routes, the Americas offer diverse experiences for global travelers. ITB Americas aims to turn this diversity into ne...
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Rio Carnival 2027
Rio’s Iconic Celebration Returns With Samba, Spectacle, and Street Festivities.
When: February 5–13, 2027
Where: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Highlights: Samba parades, extravagant costumes, street blocos, live music, and celebrations throughout the city.
Explore More: Rio Carnival transforms the city into one of the world’s most spectacular celebrations. The main Group Special samba parades will take place at the Marquês de Sapucaí from February 7–9, bringing togeth...
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Christmas in the Americas
Christmas, traditions, lights, music, and celebrations that bring the Americas together during one of the most important times of the year.
When: December 1–31, 2026
Where: The Americas
Highlights: The Christmas season transforms cities and communities across the Americas with markets, lights, concerts, religious celebrations, family
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Christmas in the Americas reflects the cultural diversity of the continent. Traditions may include processions, nativity scenes, caroling, family gatherings, regional foods, fireworks, and public celebratio...
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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.
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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...
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