Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has started another Amazon season with an 18-day upstream expedition from Belém, Brazil, to Iquitos, Peru aboard the Hanseatic Spirit. The route covers about 2,485 miles and takes travelers deep into the rainforest along one of the world’s most remarkable river systems. The company has offered this journey for nearly 30 years and…

Avanti Destinations has introduced Insider Tours, a new program of small-group walking tours in major European cities. The tours will run on Mondays and Thursdays from May through October in London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Barcelona, Dublin, and Edinburgh. Prices range from $60 to $140 per person. Each experience lasts two to three hours and…

JetBlue has raised checked baggage fees after a sharp rise in fuel prices connected to conflict in the Middle East. The article says fuel prices have climbed nearly 80% since February 2026, pushing airlines to recover costs wherever they can. For many U.S. travelers, that means higher baggage fees, more surcharges, and the possibility of…

In 2025, New York City welcomed 65 million visitors, a small increase of 0.7% from the previous year. The gain came mostly from domestic travel, which helped balance a decline in international arrivals. According to NYC Tourism + Conventions, the city received 52.4 million domestic visitors, up 1.7%. Overnight domestic trips, which make up just…