Flying Used to Be an Enjoyable, Comfortable, and Aspirational Experience. Today, Most People Hate It
MobilityCurrently, a quarter of U.S. flights arrive late at their destinations.
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If You’re Flying in the U.S., Don’t Put Your Power Banks or Spare Batteries in Your Checked Bags
MagnetThere’s a risk that lithium batteries can overheat and cause a fire.
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More and More Americans Are Looking to Live Abroad. There’s One Problem: Europe Is Closing Its Doors to Them
MagnetThousands of U.S. citizens are searching for stability in Europe, but the continent is slowly tightening its immigration policies.
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An Apocalyptic Manga Has Done What Nothing Else Has So Far: Made Tourists Cancel Their Trips to Japan
MagnetA Japanese manga published in 1999 warns of a natural disaster occurring in July. The prophecy is impacting tourism.
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Venice Has a New Plan to Plan to Curb Overtourism: Doubling Its Entry Fee
MagnetThe Italian city aims to restore the balance between residents’ rights and the overwhelming influx of visitors.
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For Years, We’ve Waited for Hours at Airports. TikTok’s ‘Airport Theory’ Says That’s a Mistake
MagnetSupporters of the theory believe it’s enough to arrive 15 minutes before boarding, in some cases.
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People Have Wondered for Years if Going Barefoot on Long Flights Is a Good Idea. Airlines Are Clear About It
MagnetIndustry experts have long warned about the risks of not wearing shoes.
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After Years of Isolation, North Korea Reopens to Foreign Tourists. The Price Is Over $600
MagnetTourism remains highly restricted, with visits limited to the northwestern border region of Rason.
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TikTok Hack Advises Airline Passengers to Put Their Seatbelt Around Their Ankles for Better Sleep. It's Not a Good Idea
MagnetSurprise: The TikTok "nap hack" is dangerous and can lead to a thousand-dollar fine.
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A Millionaire Has Been Living on Cruise Ships for 25 Years. His Bank Account Hasn’t Suffered, but His Balance Has
TransportHe’s lived on cruise ships or the past 25 years. This lifestyle has taken a toll on him. He’s unable to walk in a straight line when he's on land.
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International Tourism’s Latest Trend: Visiting Ukraine’s War Zones, With Some Packages Exceeding $3,000
MagnetVisiting war zones in Ukraine aligns with a trend known as “dark tourism.”
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In Its Fight Against Mass Tourism, Florence Banned Two of its Symbols: Key Boxes and Loudspeakers
MagnetThe city has issued 10 measures to make its tourist success “sustainable.”
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Airbnb Wants to Hold Gladiator Fight in the Colosseum. Rome’s Response: ‘We Are Not in Disneyland’
MagnetWith the release of Gladiator II, Airbnb is proposing a performance in the iconic amphitheater.
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Trump’s Victory May Prompt an American Exodus: Many Citizens Are Seeking ‘Golden Visas’ in Europe and the Caribbean
MagnetDonald Trump's victory marks a change of course in U.S. politics. Some Americans who don't agree with them are already starting to pack their bags to move to other countries such as Spain and Portugal.
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A Pair of Scissors Went Missing at an Airport in Japan. Hours Later, Authorities Had Already Canceled 36 Flights and Delayed 201
MagnetNew Chitose Airport demonstrated on Saturday how a simple mistake can disrupt the operations of a central terminal.
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We’ve Been Tying Ribbons to Our Suitcases for Years to Spot Them at the Airport. Workers Say It's a Terrible Idea
Magnet“If the bag can’t be scanned automatically, it can end up in manual processing, which could mean your bag doesn’t make it to the flight,” airport handlers say.
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