Where Top Travel Rewards Programs Rank for 2025-2026

U.S. News & World Report has announced its highly anticipated rankings of the Best Travel Rewards Programs for 2025-2026. The journalism leader analyzed 23 total airline frequent flyer and hotel loyalty programs to reveal the most rewarding for today’s travelers. Experts weighed a variety of factors such as membership benefits, network coverage, the ease of […]

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Perillo Tours Launches Two New Italy Itineraries for 2026

by Lacey Pfalz Last updated: 9:55 AM ET, Mon July 21, 2025 Perillo Tours has added two new tours to its Italy portfolio for next year, offering longer stays in Florence and Sorrento.  “This style of itinerary is something we’ve found our guests really value,” said Steve Perillo, third-generation owner of Perillo Tours. “By anchoring […]

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‘I’m a travel expert – families should swap Spain for cheaper option’ | Travel News | Travel

Travel expert Simon Calder has urged holidaymakers to ditch popular summer destinations such as Spain, France, Greece, and Italy in favour of one hidden gem that’s significantly cheaper. Year after year, countless families jet off to the Mediterranean as soon as school breaks begin, seeking sun-drenched coastlines and crystal-clear waters. However, Simon believes that Poland, […]

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Major Travel founder Mark Widdowson dies aged 78

Travel industry pioneer, Major Travel founder Mark Widdowson, has died aged 78.   He was seen as a visionary who recognised the power of the internet long before it became mainstream and was one of the first to embrace online flight sales.    London-based Major Travel, founded by Widdowson in 1974, evolved under his leadership […]

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WTOP tours waterpark, resort coming to Spotsylvania Co.

What were fields wedged between Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1 are being converted into Virginia’s largest indoor water park, resort and convention center — with the hopes of bringing tourists and tax revenue to the area. Kalahari Resorts & Conventions — Spotsylvania is under construction and is expected to open in November 2026.(WTOP/Neal Augenstein) […]

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Most popular holiday destinations for Scots revealed – but there’s a warning for travellers as ‘busiest day’ approaches

THE most popular destinations for Scots holidaymakers this summer have been revealed – and Spanish hotspots took first place. Taking the prime spot was Malaga and Alicante in Spain for those seeking guaranteed sun, outstanding food, culture and natural beauty – closely followed by Faro in Portugal. 2 Alicante in Spain took joint top spot with […]

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