Undiscovered Beach Getaways, The Ultimate Guide To Macchu Picchu And More Travel News
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'Machu Picchu isn't just Peru's most coveted destination,' says Forbes Travel Guide editor Jennifer Kester, 'it's a portal to another time.' The 15th-century Inca citadel may be a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a modern wonder of the world, visited by more than 1.4 million people last year, but there are many ways to experience it. Here's FTG's ultimate guide to Macchu Picchu.
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In recent months, Delta, American and British Airways have unveiled or announced upgrades to their premium cabins—and now it's United's turn. The new Polaris Studio suites, arriving in 2026, feature 25% more space than standard Polaris, sliding doors for added privacy, lie-flat seats and an ottoman for travel companions. The Studios will also include a caviar amuse bouche as well as Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé. And to complement the Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, United will now offer complimentary hoodie pajamas.
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Now that the summer travel season is here, the dream of a peaceful beach escape can quickly devolve into the reality of battling over limited parking spots, securing the last beach umbrella and wrangling the best lunch reservations. For those seeking a summertime trip beyond the bustling tourist trails, Forbes Travel Guide's editors recommend 18 undiscovered beach getaways, from Athens to Vietnam. But don't wait on booking one—these destinations won't stay a secret for long.
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Would you be more inclined to gamble on a casino vacation if you knew it was lucky? This month, Casinos.com, a casino review and rankings site, unveiled its ranking of the 'luckiest' casinos in the United States based on how often visitors mentioned luck-related keywords—including 'luck,' 'lucky,' 'won,' 'winning,' and 'jackpot'—in Tripadvisor reviews. Curiously, the top three casinos are not in Las Vegas—Florida's Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa was deemed the luckiest casino in America with the Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York and the Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma rounding out the top three.
'I want to come to this world to enjoy my life. I don't want to die in my office. I want to die on the beaches.'
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Culinary tourism remains a robust travel trend, but it's not just viral restaurants or ultra-fine dining that foodies are seeking. Rather, it's immersive, one-of-a-kind culinary adventures—whether having dinner underwater in the Maldives or with giraffes in Kenya. Here are 5 unforgettable dining experiences for 2025.
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