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Now you can get a more personal view of gargantuan glaciers from your own kayak. Liquid Adventures, a tour group that specializes in kayaking and paddle boarding adventures in Seward, Alaska, is now offering day trips via catamaran to either Aialik Bay or the Northwestern Fjord. “We’re incredibly excited to offer this experience to people who really want to see the best of Alaska glacier kayaking,” Liquid Adventures co-owner Ryan Fisher told Travel Weekly....

Florida’s Space Coast is one of few places that offers the opportunity to experience bioluminescence, when waters come alive in bright glowing hues. The phenomenon, which most commonly occurs during the summer months, turns the area’s rivers and lagoons into a glowing paradise that travelers can kayak and paddleboard through. Bioluminescence is often referred to as nature’s glow sticks, thanks to the illumination that occurs in waters. The phenomenon occurs in Florida due to a chemical reaction that causes Cone Jellyfish (jelly-like sea creatures that glow in the water) and Dinoflagellates (bioluminescent plankton) to illuminate any time the water is disturbed....

With its historical charm, gorgeous beaches, delicious foods, and always friendly people, Greece is a perennial favorite travel destination. It’s a place where relaxation and renewal reign supreme. And, if you’re really looking to kick back and do nothing at all, there are plenty of all-inclusive resorts in Greece to try, too. From adults-only and family-friendly to spa getaways and adventure-packed fun, here are 10 of the best all-inclusive resorts in the Greece....

After the holidays—and the wassail, Yule logs, and Christmas cookies—it may be time to celebrate the New Year with an invigorated interest in healthy eating and physical fitness. But if you busted your budget on holiday gifts and are trying to save for a bucket list trip in 2016, you may feel like a spa weekend is out of the question. Here are seven affordable spas from all around the world to help you rejuvenate your body, soul, and wallet....

American Airlines passengers traveling internationally can now use a health passport app, with the capability to upload test results and required documents before boarding. Launched in January, the carrier partnered with biometric authentication provider VeriFLY to give travelers a streamlined experience, keeping all their documents in one place. The app — which was initially available to international travelers arriving to the U.S. and customers who are traveling from the U.S. to Jamaica, Chile, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras — has expanded to direct and connecting flights to the United Kingdom (in partnership with British Airways) and Canada....

Amtrak is kicking off summer travel with a major sale on trips all over the country. Entitled the “Sizzling Summer Sale,” the rail line is offering up 35% off trips purchased between now and June 24 for travel from July 6 through September 30. The sale includes fares for both Acela and coach. Great deals are readily available on the Northeastern corridor including travel between Washington, D.C. or Boston to New York City for $45 one-way....

As the coronavirus continues to be a major problem in the U.S. and worldwide, it is becoming increasingly important for communities to maintain social distancing and self-quarantine. Unfortunately, that also puts a damper on this year’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Tourist destinations and attractions, from museums to national parks, have been doing their part to help entertain and inform the masses during this difficult time. Of course, being isolated from the world can be extra difficult during one of the most social holidays of the year....

Ready for a luxurious getaway with your entire pod? Malliouhana, Auberge Resorts Collection in Anguilla is ready to give you all a warm welcome. For more than three decades the Malliouhana has welcomed travelers for romantic beachside escapes. And now, it’s making sure everyone knows it’s the ideal place for family getaways, or even an elevated remote working experience. The hotel is highlighting its completely private residences, which can house a total of 12 people across four bedrooms at once with its new offering, Exclusively Malliouhana....

Air Canada is expanding its service this summer, launching four new routes into the United States and restoring dozens of others. In June, Air Canada will launch routes from Montreal to Atlanta and Detroit, from Toronto to Salt Lake City, and from Vancouver to Austin, according to the airline. Additionally, the carrier will launch three new routes in Canada: between Montreal and Gander, between Calgary and Fort St John, and between Vancouver and Halifax....

NASA is set to send a new generation of astronauts to the moon — including the first woman and the first person of color — and the space agency is inviting you along for the ride. Alright, so you won’t literally be joining the astronauts in their spacecraft, but you can still participate in NASA’s Artemis moon program from home. To start your “journey,” acquire your boarding pass — simply register here to have your name added to a flash drive that will be sent to the moon aboard Artemis I, the first mission in the program, and you’ll be issued one....

With her sights set on the Olympic games in Paris, swimmer Katie Ledecky may just find herself at the 2024 event as one of Team USA’s star athletes — as well as a tourist. “I’ve been to France once, but not to Paris,” she told Travel + Leisure. “Hopefully I’ll get to spend some extra time there and get to experience all the sights.” After the 2020 Tokyo Games, where then 24-year-old Ledecky took home four medals, the Stanford grad is back to training after taking “a little bit of a break....

Madeira, an idyllic Portuguese archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean, is waiving COVID-19 testing requirements for vaccinated travelers, describing the decision as a “vote of confidence in this new phase the world is going through.” Foreign visitors to the gorgeous island paradise will need to show an official certificate that includes vaccination dates and details, the Spanish publication Euro Weekly News reported. Madeira, which is courting digital nomads, is also exempting anyone who can prove they’ve recovered from COVID-19, and is working to ensure its own residents receive vaccinations....

Prince Philip, also known by his more formal title The Duke of Edinburgh, died Friday at the age of 99. “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh,” read an announcement from the royal family’s Twitter account. “His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.” His death follows a nearly month-long hospital stay in February....

There are undeniable perks that come with traveling via private aircraft, like avoiding long waits at the airport and flying on your own schedule, to name a few. For members of Wheels Up, an aviation brand that connects travelers with private jets, things are about to get even better, thanks to the company’s new partnership with luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent. For more than 50 years, the team behind Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has helped luxury travelers indulge in immersive experiences throughout all seven continents....

Queen Elizabeth is proving that one can still remain incredibly active while socially isolating from the rest of the world. Since March, the Queen has been quarantining at her homes with a small staff and her husband, Prince Philip. However, that hasn’t stopped her from performing her royal duties. Not only has the Queen remained active on social media, but she’s also made several video appearances to help calm the nerves of U....

It may be hard to believe, but Labor Day weekend is here. This weekend travelers are celebrating the end of summer with cross-country road trips, backyard cookouts, or local park picnics. But it’s also an opportunity to take advantage of the many deals that are happening right now. Case in point: Kate Spade’s Labor Day weekend sale event. The brand, known for its colorful purses, is offering an extra 30 percent off sale styles through September 6....

We’re all ready to get back out into the world again. And Under Canvas, the ultimate glamping company, is ready to welcome you with open arms. Since 2009, Under Canvas has provided outdoor lovers with the chance to sleep under the stars. But, by no means is this your daddy’s camping. All its locations — including sites at the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Moab, and the Great Smoky Mountains — come with luxury safari tents, plush linens, private bathrooms, made to order picnics, and more....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey closed on March 2, just before widespread stay-at-home orders were implemented as a result of COVID-19. The results reflect our readers’ experiences before the pandemic, but we hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your trips to come — whenever they may be. Buildings throughout Southeast Asia showcase a range of architectural styles that embody the long history of each country, beginning from indigenous styles like Khmer and Buddhist, continuing through colonialism, and then on to postcolonialism and modernism....

If you’ve been sitting on a pile of Southwest Airlines miles or daydreaming of a sunny escape, this might be your moment. With vaccination rates and airline traffic on the rise, Southwest is cutting its flight prices across the U.S. and Mexico. One-way flights from Chicago to Nashville are now on sale for $49, while trips from Albany to Orlando will set travelers back $103 each way. From Dallas, travelers can fly to New Orleans for $78 or Cozumel for $169 (both each way)....

Sixty years ago, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy kicked off a new tradition, honoring the White House’s holiday decorations with a theme. From the 1961 “Nutcracker” motif to this year’s “Gifts From the Heart,” the thoughtfully crafted decor has always been enjoyed only by a select few with access to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. So, this year, The White House Historical Association, which Kennedy founded, launched a new virtual White House Holiday Tour in order to bring more Americans into the president’s home during the festive season....