State Department to US citizens: ‘Do not travel to Iran!’

The US State Department’s Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs issued a short yet stern message on Thursday, warning American citizens not to travel to Iran. The English and Farsi message, written in all capitals, states: “AMERICANS, INCLUDING IRANIAN-AMERICANS AND OTHER DUAL-NATIONALS HAVE BEEN WRONGFULLY DETAINED—TAKEN HOSTAGE—BY THE IRANIAN GOVERNMENT FOR MONTHS, […]

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Mobile phone travel hack could save £1k on your next trip

Many of us have experienced hidden costs when travelling abroad. Whether it’s expensive transfers taking us by surprise, or added extras on top of accommodation, additional costs layered on top of a set budget are sometimes simply unavoidable. On top of that, there’s nothing quite like receiving an enormous bill from your mobile network provider […]

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Travel and Leisure unveils ‘World’s Best 2025 Awards’

Travel + Leisure has unveiled its 2025 World’s Best Awards honoring top destinations, hotels and more. We were joined by the publication’s senior editorial director, Nina Ruggiero, who recapped the list for us. The Aug. issue of Travel + Leisure featuring the “World’s Best Awards” hits newsstands July 18. You can also find the full […]

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All parts of Egypt where travel is advised against | Personal Finance | Finance

As summer approaches, Brits planning their holidays should be aware of warnings that there are numerous destinations worldwide where travel is not advised. Political unrest and the threat of terrorism could endanger UK tourists, and disregarding Foreign Office advice may invalidate travel insurance, leading to hefty costs in a medical crisis. The Foreign Office has […]

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Exodus’ new tours for 2026 span across the globe

NEW YORK — Exodus Adventure Travels has launched a new collection of small-group tours set to begin in 2026, offering culturally immersive, wildlife-focused and active travel experiences across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas. The announcement follows a steady rise in demand for authentic, nature-rich journeys that go beyond traditional sightseeing. From cycling South Africa’s […]

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What’s the best destination in Louisiana? What Travel + Leisure says

Cara Sims was the female winner of the Sportspectrum Firecracker 5K. Cara Sims won the female division of the 2025 Sportspectrum Firecracker 5K. Each year, Travel + Leisure conducts a “World’s Best Awards” survey, asking readers to vote and share opinions on the best travel experiences around the globe. One of the awards consisted of […]

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