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Forbes
26-05-2025
- Forbes
These Are The 'Fastest-Rising' International Destinations, According To New Tripadvisor Report
NEVSEHIR, TURKIYE: Hot air balloons fly over volcanos at Cappadocia, one of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site which is famous for its fairy chimneys. Planning an unforgettable summer holiday requires striking a careful balance between ticking off all the boxes in terms of itinerary and climate while also avoiding the best-known spots that can sometimes fall victim to overtourism and major crowds. It turns out that many American travelers are opting for lesser-visited destinations in order to do just that. In fact, Tripadvisor recently released its Summer Travel Index, which has uncovered the biggest trends in summer destinations, spotlighting the up-and-coming destinations that have travelers intrigued. The following international destinations were named the 'fastest-rising' spots for American travelers looking to stray from the more well-known hotspots around the world. Punta Sam was named the number one 'fastest-rising' destination for American travelers. The residential neighborhood north of Cancun boasts stunning beaches and great properties but is still a little less crowded than its northern neighbor. Divers swim around the Pedernales shipwreck off the coast of Noord in Aruba. (Photo by Joseph Prezioso / AFP) (Photo by JOSEPH PREZIOSO/AFP via Getty Images) The Noord region of Aruba is already pretty well-known as a tourist destination; it's plenty with high-rise hotels, casinos, and beautiful white sand beaches. A lot of American travelers are foregoing Barcelona due to overtourism and instead are considering Puerto Rico. It boasts stunning beaches, great nightlife, and less than three rainy days, on average, per month. Cap Estate in the north of St. Lucia is known for its high-end accommodations and golf course. Here you'll find luxury hotels and villas with unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea. GOREME, TURKEY: A view of Anatolian Houses Hotel in Cappadocia, Turkey. The Turkish region of Cappadocia boasts one of Europe's most dramatic landscapes. Lava and White ash mixed with floodwaters to form a hard, sun baked layer known as Tufa. This coating gradually eroded to create spectacular geological formations like the area's famous "fairy chimneys". People have been carving cave homes, underground cities, monasteries and churches out of the landscape here for 10,000 years, that was used largely by hiding Christians fearful of persecution. (Photo by) Göreme is certainly a popular travel destination already but not when compared to Istanbul, which is one of the most visited cities in the world. It's here travelers can experience the infamous hot air balloons and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Located on the Riviera Maya, Akumal is a relatively small tourist resort community. It's well-loved for its warm waters, white sand beaches, and coral reef. Asakusa shopping street is one of the old city of Tokyo near Sensoji Temple, Nakamise shopping street. Asakusa shopping street the one of tourist destination to looking for culture food, sweets and souvenirs. Asakusa is in the northeastern area of Tokyo and is famous for its preservation of the Tokyo of yesteryear. It boasts traditional craft and street food sellers, original architecture, and the ancient Sensō-ji temple. Kraków has become a rising star for American travelers considering Europe. The former capital city of Poland is quite a bit less expensive than big cities to the west and boasts a well-preserved old town and a rich contemporary art scene. Tucked in between Negril and Montego Bay, Lucea boasts beautiful beaches (including public beaches) and great historical monuments and museums to explore.
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Travel + Leisure
19-05-2025
- Business
- Travel + Leisure
This Company Lets You Book a Private Jet Trip to Europe Without Knowing the Exact Destination
How adventurous do you think you are, really? Because one travel company would like you to take that wild spirit to its limits. Chapman Freeborn, a global aircraft charter specialist and aviation support company, is offering travelers the chance to do something zany: go on a trip without knowing the destination first. The company has launched its new Blind Booking program, "designed for American travelers headed to Europe," only where they go in Europe is anyone's guess until it's time for wheels up. "Inspired by the same wanderlust-driven mindset fueling the popularity of exploring and immersing in new cultures and destinations, Blind Booking gives travelers the chance to fly by private jet to a holiday retreat they won't learn about until right before takeoff," the company shared in a statement to Travel + Leisure . To get in on the fun, all travelers need to do is choose their departure airport in Europe and select a theme, which the company said could be anything from "a romantic escape, cultural city break, beach holiday, or outdoor adventure." Travelers can then submit a request for a one-way flight for up to six passengers. (So hopefully your crew is just as adventurous as you.) Those interested should hear back from a passenger flight broker who will go over a few details regarding the dates, departure airport, and number of passengers, and reveal the selected blind booking category to ensure everyone is aligned. Then, they will reveal the city, and you can be on your way. Don't worry. There is one more out: if you do not like the destination offered, you can withdraw your request free of charge. "For blind booking customers, the appeal lies in the spontaneity and exclusivity," the company added. "Chapman Freeborn offers an elevated travel experience without the complicated logistical overplanning, ideal for adventurers who want to let go and be surprised, but still expect luxury at every step." The Gulfstream IV private plane during take off. Alex Peake/Chapman Freeborn And if you really love this idea, you can try it out with Chapman, then try and give it a go with Scandinavian Airlines, which started offering a mystery flight called 'Destination Unknown' in 2024. As T+L previously reported, the airline sold tickets for its mystery flight exclusively to members of its frequent flier loyalty program who had the chance to redeem 30,000 miles for a seat. Though its ticket window is now closed, you can sign up to receive an alert about future trips at As for the Chapman trip, those begin at about $3,400, which feels like a great rate for a private plane adventure to … anywhere.
The Independent
12-05-2025
- Health
- The Independent
US health officials advise older travelers not to get a chikungunya vaccine
The U.S. government advised American travelers age 60 and older not get a chikungunya vaccine as it investigates possible side effects. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration posted notices late last week on the vaccine, Valneva's Ixchiq. Chikungunya, spread by the bites of infected mosquitoes, is a debilitating tropical illness marked by fever and joint pain. About 100 to 200 cases are reported annually among U.S. travelers. Last year, the government began recommending the vaccine, which is made with weakened chikungunya virus, to U.S. adults who travel to countries where chikungunya is a problem. But last month, a panel of vaccine experts who advise the CDC heard about an investigation into six people 65 and older — most of them with other medical problems — who became ill with heart or brain symptoms less than a week after vaccination. More than 10 other similar cases have been reported in people from other countries. European regulators are also looking into the issue. The U.S. advisers voted to issue a precaution for people 65 and older about getting the vaccine. They also recommended that a second chikungunya vaccine — Bavarian Nordic's Vimkunya — be made available for people age 12 and older who are traveling to countries where outbreaks of the mosquito-borne illness are occurring. CDC officials have not yet announced whether they will accept those recommendations. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Summer airfares are tumbling — and these hot destinations are among the most affected
Prices are cooling for hot summer getaways. The cost of plane tickets is dropping due to softening demand, with some prices plunging almost 25% when compared to the same last year. A new report from travel site Kayak found the average cost of a ticket to Sydney, Australia has tumbled 23%. The average airfare to the harbor city now stands at $1005, whereas fliers were forking out $1312 for the same route last summer. Given its location in the southern hemisphere, it's heading into winter in Sydney, but that actually may be more incentive for some American travelers to jet Down Under. Sydney boasts mild winters, meaning it may be more enjoyable there than in sweltering Europe, with its hordes of tourists and lack of air conditioning. The weak Aussie dollar means Americans currently get more bang for their buck, too. Meanwhile, Kayak reports that the cost of airfares to Hong Kong has dropped 16%, while ticket prices to Incheon, South Korea are down 15%. But for those still wanting to travel to Europe this summer, there are also bargains to be had. Plane tickets to Stockholm, Sweden and Oslo, Norway are down 17% and 16% respectively when compared to summertime last year. Kayak reports that the cost of a standard plane ticket to all European destinations has dropped 8% on average. For those looking to travel domestically, Kayak has named the best cities that offer bang for your buck. Flights to Orlando, Tampa and Raleigh can all be scored for less than $300 on average, with the cheapest times to fly revealed as being between May 19–June 8 and August 11–31. However, flying on public holidays is still cheaper than it was last year, too. July 4th flights are nearly 10% cheaper, while Memorial Day and Labor Day are also down on last year. The report comes less than a month after United Airlines announced it would slash its domestic flights by about 4% beginning this summer because of softer demand. The Chicago-based airline also forecast lower-than-expected profit for the current quarter and warned of downside risks to its full-year outlook if the US economy slips into a recession from the ongoing trade war. United said its financial forecast is dependent on the macro environment which, it added, is 'impossible to predict this year with any degree of confidence.'
