Puglia
their first Alaska routes, Disney Cruise Line will deploy two ships to the region, and Holland America Line is expanding with longer itineraries. Alaska delivers awe in every
direction: glaciers calving into turquoise bays, bald eagles wheeling overhead, and endless wilderness that still defines the spirit of adventure.
capital, Washington will be at the center of the America 250 celebrations. The Smithsonian is planning special exhibits dedicated to the country’s founding, and a newly restored National Mall will serve as the stage for commemorative events. Between monuments,
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visitors will find a thriving restaurant scene and elegant new hotels along The Wharf.
PUGLIA, ITALY United Airlines is launching a new direct
Newark to Bari flight for summer 2026, putting Italy’s sun-soaked heel within easy reach of American travelers. Puglia’s appeal lies in
its simplicity: whitewashed villages, olive groves, seaside cliffs, and meals that stretch
Big Sky
WASHINGTON, D.C.
As the nation’s The Wharf in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Alaska
Okavango Delta
into the afternoon. It’s Italy at its most authentic — slower, warmer, and more affordable than the country’s marquee coasts.
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OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA
The Okavango Delta remains one of Africa’s most remarkable landscapes — a river that floods into the desert and becomes a wildlife paradise. It’s also an excellent choice
for a first trip to Africa: The country is politically stable, welcoming, and easy to reach via short connecting flights from Johannesburg. Visitors can glide silently
through papyrus channels in a traditional mokoro canoe, track elephants and lions on guided drives, and return at sunset to candlelit dinners under the stars.
top trending destinations for 2026, this Montana alpine town combines frontier freedom with high-end comfort. Ranch stays, fly fishing, and horseback rides through wildflower meadows give travelers a taste of the cowboy spirit, while luxury
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BIG SKY, MONTANA Ranked among Expedia’s
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