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Exclusive Marriott Bonvoy Benefits: The More Nights You Stay, The Closer You Get to Your Private Island Villa! A Cocktail That Sparked a Magical Escape “Mom, look! There are glowing stars in the pool!” Six-year-old Amy gasped, leaning over the infinity pool edge at Marriott’s Bali resort as twilight painted Jimbaran Bay. Swirling my mojito, I listened to the symphony of crashing Indian … [Read more...]

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As wellness tourism continues to evolve into a trillion-dollar industry, 2025 brings an exciting wave of trends designed to rejuvenate body, mind and spirit. A niche that once was limited to spa treatments offered by luxury hotels now includes everything from advanced sleep biohacking in the U.S. to ancient spiritual practices in Japan. These experiences offer opportunities to disconnect, enhance … [Read more...]

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The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card offers a range of useful benefits, such as automatic Platinum Elite status, every fourth night free when you redeem IHG points for a stay of four nights or more, and up to $50 United TravelBank Cash each calendar year. But one benefit rises above the rest and effectively pays for the card's annual fee in itself: the account anniversary night certificate. … [Read more...]

Aleenta Phuket Review: Is it Worth Booking? - Be My Travel Muse pinterest search … [Read more...]

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The Ascott Limited is a global hospitality brand under CapitaLand, specializing in serviced residences and hotels. It operates in over 200 cities across more than 40 countries, with brands such as Ascott The Residence, Citadines, Somerset, lyf, Oakwood, and The Crest Collection. Unlike traditional hotel chains, Ascott focuses on long-term stays and apartment-style accommodations, making it popular … [Read more...]

Written by our local expert Nicky Nicky, originally from the UK, is now a local in Turkey. She moved to Marmaris, Türkiye for love 12 years ago and is now your Turkey travel planner. .author-info { padding-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 15px -2px rgba(0, 0, 0, … [Read more...]

Where to Go in Catanduanes: A Traveler’s Guide to The Happy Island Table of Contents As a traveler, I have come to understand that the road less traveled is less popular for a reason and that the most beautiful destinations are often the hardest to reach. As an advocate for sustainable tourism, I hope these places remain protected from over-tourism in the future, much like the stunning island … [Read more...]

Radisson Hotel Group is making the case that it understands owner challenges better than the giant publicly held hotel groups, which are asset-light and mostly franchise-driven. And it says it's staying focused on revenue for its owners — not rigid rules about how they should run their brands. "We are very financially driven versus the owner," said Chema Basterrechea, global president and … [Read more...]

Forget about buying that timeshare. Instead, discover the joy of spontaneous travel and unlock unforgettable experiences on your own terms. Embrace the thrill of the unexpected and find your own wow moments! We’ve all dreamed of that perfect getaway that leaves us saying “wow” at every turn. For years, timeshares were pitched as the ultimate way to secure those magical moments. But let’s face it: … [Read more...]

I don't really like breakfast all that much, and, typically, if I'm eating it while traveling, it's because I have an opportunity to eat a local specialty, like a bagel in New York or pain au chocolat in Paris.So, perhaps unsurprisingly, when Hilton first eliminated complimentary continental breakfast for Gold and Diamond elite members in favor of a daily per-person food-and-beverage credit at … [Read more...]

The U.S. government could shut down this weekend if Congress doesn’t reach a deal on a spending bill to fund the government. If they don't, large parts of the U.S. government would be forced to stop operating at the end of this Friday. Here’s what’s at risk for travel. Why Does This Matter for Travel? Unless Congress allocates funding to hundreds of government agencies and … [Read more...]

Speaking in Delhi on Wednesday, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas kept pushing the momentum message: “We will be the biggest start-up in our industry in the past 40 years.” It’s a big claim, but one that carries credibility. After all, Riyadh Air isn’t just any start-up airline – it’s backed by the Saudi sovereign wealth fund and has a mission to bring much-needed nonstop connectivity to the … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises is offering an amazing new world cruise itinerary — and this one is currently the cruise industry's longest.The upscale cruise line recently announced its longest-ever world cruise kicking off in 2027. Globe-trotters on this 244-night Epic Global Adventure will visit an astounding 150 ports in 64 countries across six continents.OCEANIA CRUISESThe world cruise will take place on the … [Read more...]

Priceline’s latest marketing campaign looks to March Madness to drive travel bookings, launching one week ahead of the annual U.S. college basketball tournament. The campaign taps into a growing market for sports-driven travel, introducing a partnership with DraftKings and new hotel deals in tournament host cities. This is the third and latest iteration of the company’s “Go to Your Happy Price” … [Read more...]

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Whenever you make a flight booking, it’s a good idea to look at a breakdown of the total cost to see what you’re actually paying for.  The taxes and fees that you pay when booking a flight vary widely, and are dependent on the airline you fly with, the class of service you’re in, and the airport, province, territory, or country you depart from. In some situations, it amounts to next to … [Read more...]