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3 days ago | 
travelpulse.ca | Laurie Baratti |Natasha McKenty |Donald Wood
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2 weeks ago | 
travelpulse.com | Donald Wood
WHY IT RATES:For travelers looking for an adventure, the Black Forest is everything you want and more.—Donald Wood, News Editor. Spring arrives first in the holiday region at the western edge of the Black Forest. In Kaiserstuhl, the first almond trees are already in bloom, and entire streets along the western edge of the region are bathed in the soft pink glow of Japanese cherry trees.
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2 weeks ago | 
sacbee.com | Donald Wood
A study from travel tips website Upgraded Points uncovered which cities in the United States are best for cannabis-friendly travel. The study used data that included where marijuana is legal, the number of premium dispensaries, and unique experiences to create a list of destinations with the highest cannabis vacation appeal. Denver, Colorado, leads the way with a 32% increase in weed-friendly accommodations since 2022, and boasts 48 dispensaries and ample guided cannabis tours.
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3 weeks ago | 
travelpulse.com | Donald Wood
Villas of Distinction announced significant year-over-yeargrowth across top international destinations in Q1 2025, signaling continueddemand among luxury clients for curated villa stays. According to the luxury villa rental company, bookingsincreased by double digits in several markets, including Mexico, the Caribbean,and European destinations, including Portugal, Greece, and Spain.
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3 weeks ago | 
travelpulse.com | Donald Wood
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) announced it has extended itspartnership with ALG Vacations (ALGV). The expanded deal incentivizes travel advisors to book theirclients to the destination with ALGV’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ Destination Featurecampaign, this month featuring Jamaica.
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3 weeks ago | 
travelpulse.com | Donald Wood
The car rental industry is a key part of travel and onemajor investor is betting on Hertz. According to Reuters.com,Hertz CEO Gil West released a letter to the car rental company’s employeesexplaining that billionaire Bill Ackman and his investment management company, PershingSquare, purchased a 19.8 percent stake in the car rental brand.
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3 weeks ago | 
travelpulse.ca | Donald Wood |Jen Mallia
Viking Amun rendering. (Photo Credit: Viking Cruise Media)Viking announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the82-guest Viking Amun—was floated out on Thursday, marking a significantconstruction milestone and the first time the vessel has touched water. Set to debut in September 2025, the Viking Amun will jointhe cruise line’s ships built for the Nile River and sail the popular 12-dayPharaohs & Pyramids itinerary. The traditional float-out ceremony tookplace at Massara shipyard in Cairo.
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3 weeks ago | 
travelpulse.com | Donald Wood
Viking Amun rendering. (Photo Credit: Viking Cruise Media)Viking announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the82-guest Viking Amun—was floated out on Thursday, marking a significantconstruction milestone and the first time the vessel has touched water.
Set to debut in September 2025, the Viking Amun will jointhe cruise line’s ships built for the Nile River and sail the popular 12-dayPharaohs & Pyramids itinerary. The traditional float-out ceremony tookplace at Massara shipyard in Cairo.
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1 month ago | 
travelpulse.com | Donald Wood
As some travelers celebrate the unofficial April 20 holiday,a study from Upgraded Points uncovered which cities in the United States arebest for cannabis-friendly travel. The study used data that included where marijuana is legal, thenumber of premium dispensaries, and unique 420-friendly experiences to create alist of destinations with the highest cannabis vacation appeal.
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1 month ago | 
travelpulse.ca | Donald Wood |Natasha McKenty
Universal Destinations & Experiences announced plans to builda new theme park in the United Kingdom. According to BBC.com, Universal previouslyannounced in 2024 that it was conducting “feasibility and due diligence studies”about building a theme park in the UK, with the results providing the companywith the confidence to proceed with the build. While the project is still subject to planning approval,Universal officials are moving forward with plans to begin construction in2026.
