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I visited the no.1 chalet in the French Alps and it changed my mind about ski holidays | Euronews

Hot tubs, fine dining and permaculture. This French ski chalet has it all - and it’s doing it in the greenest way imaginable.

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Strikes at ski resorts in France: How will half-term holidays be affected? | Euronews

The industrial action could hit skiers during one of the industry’s busiest periods.

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French ski resorts: How a snowless town put itself back on the map | Euronews

Col de l’Azelier is one of nearly 200 French ski resorts to shut since the 1970s. But e-biking and hiking are bringing tourists back.

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Hong Kong flights: 500,000 free airline tickets up for grabs from March in bid to boost tourism | Euronews

The border with mainland China will also be fully reopened from next week.

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Turkey and Syria earthquakes: Travel warnings, what tourists need to know and where to donate | Euronews

Details on travel to the region and donations appeals launched by the travel industry.

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Need to renew your UK passport? Here's how much it will cost and how long it will take | Euronews

UK passport fees increased this February, while wait times for renewals remain at an all-time high.

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These athletes in Canada are braving -20°C and heavy snow to race canoes across the ice | Euronews

This race is part of the Quebec Winter Carnival and is an annual tradition in the Canadian province.

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Peru: The land of chocolate and coffee is having a culinary renaissance | Euronews

Peru won the ‘world’s leading culinary destination’ award at WTM in 2022. Here’s a taste of what’s on offer in the South American country.

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Tube Snapper: What has visiting all 272 London stations taught this disabled photographer?
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Travelling on the tube with ataxia is like 'navigating in 3D', says a photographer who is capturing the beauty in each station.

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I skied for the first time in four years and it didn't end in disaster | Euronews

What to buy, what to rent and where to go for a brilliant day’s skiing in the Alps.

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Iceland’s ice caves are incredible, but the glaciers are ‘melting like there is no tomorrow’ | Euronews

Hundreds of tourists flock to Iceland’s amazing ice caves every winter - but how long will the natural wonders last?

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End of an era for passport stamps? New EU entry system will register travellers digitally | Euronews

Manual stamping of passports "is time consuming...and does not allow a systematic detection of overstayers,” says the EU.

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Florence unveils new way see 10 million tile mosaic up close. Here's how to plan your visit | Euronews

The Florence Baptistery’s mosaics are being restored. Here’s how you can see them up close.

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‘Unspeakable botch’: Spain spends €258 million on trains that are too big for its tunnels | Euronews

Two senior officials - from rail operator Renfe and infrastructure manager Adif - have been dismissed over the error.

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Snowless ski resorts turn to tobogganing, surfing and walking with eagles as climate warms | Euronews

With mild winter temperatures becoming the new normal, Europe’s ski resorts are introducing alternative activities to tackle a potentially snowless future.

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Philadelphia Zoo Restarts Animals Ambassador Program at Airport

The Philadelphia Zoo's animals ambassador program has returned to the city's airport.

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This Cunard Sale Has 30% Off Cruise Fares, More Perks

Luxury cruise ship line Cunard is offering a limited time discount to guests on 2023 and 2024 sailings.

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This Built-in iPhone Hack Will Help You Sleep Better on Vacation

An iPhone feature that acts as a white noise machine could be the solution to better sleep while traveling.

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Celebrity Cruises’ Latest Sale Has 75% off a Second Guest

Celebrity Cruises is giving passengers the chance to score major BOGO deals and up to $800 in onboard credit.

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This Qatar Airways Sale Has Discounted Flights From the U.S. to Dubai, Cairo, and More

Qatar Airways's latest sale has discounts on both economy and business class flights.

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This Interactive App Will Help You Plan the Perfect Trip to Sonoma

The Sonoma County App will help you find the coolest experiences and helps you make reservations all in one.

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Florida's Brightline Rail Is Partnering With Uber to Make It Easier to Get to Your Destination

Brightline is making it easier to get from station to destination with a new Uber partnership, integrating the rideshare service with the train company’s site.

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This U.S. River Cruise Line Is Offering Free Airfare As Part of Its 50th-anniversary Celebration

American Cruise Line is offering free airfare for passengers on select voyages this year.

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You Can Actually Rent That Gorgeous Sicilian Villa From 'The White Lotus'

Fans of “The White Lotus” can now book the very villa that the show filmed in during the series.

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MSC Cruises’ Latest Sale Has Sailings Starting at Just $129

MSC Cruises has sailings starting at just $129 with options for kids to sale free, and other discounts.

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Netflix Is Paying Up to $385,000 for an Experienced Flight Attendant to Work on Its Private Plane

Netflix is currently looking for a flight attendant to work on its private plane.

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Machu Picchu Closes to Tourists Amid Peru Protests

Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail Network have closed to tourists as protests in Peru continue to cause disruption.

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Airlines Issue Flight Waivers As Winter Storm Kassandra Brings Major Snowfall Across the U.S.

Winter Storm Kassandra has caused airlines including JetBlue, Southwest, and Delta to issue travel alerts as snow falls across the country.

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American Express Is Opening an Exclusive New Lounge in Midtown Manhattan

This New American Express Lounge in the Middle of Manhattan Is Just for an Exclusive Few — Who Has Access

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How Alaska Cruise Passengers Can Now Tack on an Epic Train Ride Through the Rockies

Cunard cruise line is teaming up with the Rocky Mountaineer to allow cruise passengers to expand their itineraries and travel through the mountains via train.

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State Department Warns Against Using Uber, App-based Transportation in Cancun

The United States Department of State is warning tourists against taking app-based transportation services like Uber in the Quintana Roo state of Mexico.

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Seabourn’s Latest Sale Has Up to 25% Off Its Luxury Sailings Around the World

Luxury cruise line Seabourn is inviting guests to sail in style and at a savings with its latest sale.

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United CEO on What It'll Take for the Airline Industry to Recover

United CEO Scott Kirby weighs in on measures airlines need to take in order to adapt to post-pandemic travel.

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U.S. Traveler Hit With Hefty Fine for Driving Rental Car Over Famous Florence Bridge

An American tourist was fined for driving a rental car over the Ponte Vecchio in Florence.

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UNESCO Adds Odessa, Ukraine, to List of World Heritage in Danger

The Ukrainian city of Odessa has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List and inscribed on the List of World Heritage in Danger.

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How the FAA Is Working to Prevent Another Computer Outage 'Meltdown'

The Federal Aviation Administration has taken steps and made policy changes to prevent another computer outage in response to this month's snafu that led to a nationwide grounding of flights.

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Breeze's February Sale Has Flights Starting at Just $29

Low-cost carrier Breeze Airways wants to help travelers get out and experience adventure with a February sale that has flights starting as low as $29.

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This Nation-wide Organization for Black Skiers Is Celebrating Its 50th Anniversary at Vail This Week

Members of the National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS) are heading to the slopes of Vail to celebrate the organization's 50th anniversary.

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Frontier Airlines Launches Summer-only Unlimited Pass

Frontier Airlines just launched an unlimited pass for the summer, allowing travelers to fly anywhere the carrier goes however many times they want.

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Prepare for 6 More Weeks of Winter Thanks to Today's Groundhog Day Prediction

It’s going to be six more weeks of winter after groundhog Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on 2023's Groundhog Day.

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You Can Now Earn Points With JetBlue Even When You're Not Flying

Travelers can now earn JetBlue's TrueBlue points, and receive discounts, on rental car reservations or hotel bookings through its Paisly program.

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Commercial Flying Is Back in All 50 States Thanks to This Low-cost Airline Launching in Delaware

Low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines launched flights from Delaware on Wednesday, bringing commercial flights back to the state and ensuring commercial flights reach all 50 states.

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Airfare Expected to Rise in Spring and Summer, Here's Why

According to flight site Hopper, domestic airfare is expected to higher in the spring and summer months, but still lower than the summer of 2022.

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Hurtigruten’s Valentine's Day Sale Gives Couples and Solo Travelers 50% Off Sailings to the Galapagos

Hurtigruten is celebrating Valentine's Day with a 50 percent off sale for both couples and solo travelers.

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Delta Amex Cardholders Now Receive a 15% Discount on Award Flights

Travelers who hold the Delta SkyMiles Gold, Platinum, and Reserve Consumer and Business American Express credit cards will now automatically receive 15% discounts on award flights paid for with SkyMiles.

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JetBlue's $49 Flight Sale Is for Today Only

JetBlue is turning 23 and is celebrating with huge savings, starting with $49 flights.

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TSA Chief Shares Which Airports Are Seeing the Biggest Increase in Crowds

TSA Chief Talks Crowded Airports — and Equally Crowded Security Checkpoints

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This Airline Is Discontinuing In-flight Sales of Cosmetics and More — and Selling Them at 40% Off Right Now

Finnair to Sell Inflight Products Like Cosmetics, More, for 40% Off Until Supplies Last

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