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For Rick Steves, travel is the antidote to American isolationism
Crosscut - Washington State
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June 6, 2025
In the discussion, recorded as a live episode of the podcast The Journal, Steves talked about his latest book, travel philosophy and the role of exploration in combating American isolationism. Steves first visited Europe in 1969 at 14. Now as the...
Fiji Museum joins EXPLORE Fiji as Legacy Cultural Partner
Fijivillage
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A major new partnership has been announced between the Fiji Museum and EXPLORE Fiji, marking a united commitment to strengthen the role of culture in shaping Fiji’s national identity and tourism experience. EXPLORE Fiji is a digital travel...
Keep personal devices running on trips with Jackery’s Explorer 300 power station at its $169 2025 low (Reg. $259+)
9to5Toys
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June 6, 2025
Coming through its official Amazon storefront, Jackery has a Lightning deal on its Explorer 300 Portable Power Station that is taking things back down to $168.99 shipped. Normally carrying a $259 full price tag here, while having a $279 MSRP...
Hurricanes create powerful changes deep in the ocean, study reveals
EurekAlert!
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With careful planning and a little luck, researchers found a surprising upside to hurricanes after a Category 4 storm disrupted their expedition off the coast of Mexico. The team was able to sample the ocean right after the storm passed and found...
India aims for joint rare earth mineral exploration with 5 Central Asian nations
The Shillong Times
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June 6, 2025
New Delhi, June 6: India and five Central Asian countries on Friday expressed interest in joint exploration of rare earth and critical minerals, as New Delhi aims to reduce dependence on shipments from China, which has curbed the exports of rare...
‘Coco’ ride coming to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland | What to know
Attractions Magazine - Florida
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June 6, 2025
A “Coco” ride with high-tech Audio-Animatronics figures is coming to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif. Here’s what we know about this upcoming project from Walt Disney Imagineering. What kind of ride will...
Twins' minor-league adventure: Tampa, Sacramento trips marked by 'difficult' playing conditions
The Athletic
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June 6, 2025
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The risk simply wasn’t worth it for Carlos Correa. Recognizing the soreness developing in the middle of his back after two days of slipping and sliding in a rock-hard batter’s box at Sutter Health Park, the Twins...
This Is What It’s Like to Be a Tourist in North Korea
Fodors Travel Guide
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June 6, 2025
North Korea briefly re-opened its borders after a five-year hiatus—but it might open again later this year. Which begs the question: is it safe to go? In modern times, North Korea is the closest we get to a destination sealed off behind an Iron...
VenHub Launches 24/7 AI-Powered Smart Store at Metro Transit Center at LAX, Leading the Next Era of Autonomous Retail in Travel and Transportation
The Kingston Whig-Standard
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June 6, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links Newsfile Article content Los Angeles, California–(Newsfile Corp. – June 6, 2025) – VenHub Global, Inc. (“VenHub” or the “Company”), a leader in fully autonomous, AI-powered retail, unveiled its flagship Smart Store at the...
I reported on the war in Iraq. Now I’m back as a tourist
The Times
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The travel company’s instructions were simple: from Baghdad airport, take a taxi to the hotel. “Do what?” I exclaimed. The last time I visited Baghdad, during the vicious sectarian war unleashed by the US invasion of Iraq 22 years ago, the...
True Stories from Costa Rica’s Tourism Frontlines
Tico Times
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June 6, 2025
Tourists—can’t live with them, can’t live without them. They, and the money they spend here, account for close to 10% of the GDP in Costa Rica. If I had a dollar for every tourist I’ve dealt with over the years, I’d be a rich man. Or at least have...
Over 300,000 visitors: Erbil's tourism sector soars this Eid
Shafaq News
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2025-06-06T19:25:29+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News/ Large numbers of tourists began arriving in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, on the first day of Eid al-Adha, as the city continues to develop into a prominent...
Naples kayak, Marco boat businesses in 10BEST adventure tours in U.S.
Marco Eagle - Florida
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Dolphin Explorer, ranked 4th for boat tours, offers dolphin research tours, sunset cruises, and fireworks cruises. Rising Tide Explorers, ranked 3rd for kayak tours, provides guided experiences through mangrove tunnels and Rookery Bay Reserve, led...
St Albans students embark on 'beyond the classroom' adventure with trip to the US
The Herts Advertiser
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June 6, 2025
The pupils of St Albans School travelled to Florida as part of a unique initiative, where they immersed themselves in the practical application of science outside the typical classroom setting. Their week-long expedition saw them explore the...
Tourism devastated after giant Romania salt mine hit by floods
Times of Malta
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June 6, 2025
Nothing is the same in the Transylvanian village of Praid since its historic salt mine was flooded last month. Half a million tourists visited the vast complex in central Romania last year alone, which also houses an adventure park and a medical...
Ford Recalls Nearly Half a Million Explorers Over Potentially Hazardous B-Pillar Trim Issue
Techstory
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June 6, 2025
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for 492,145 vehicles across the U.S. due to a manufacturing defect that could pose a danger to drivers and others on the road. The recall, filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
LDF Condemns Trump Administration’s Move to Reinstate Discriminatory Travel Ban
YubaNet - California
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June 6, 2025
Independent, local journalism needs your support to survive and thrive. Join the YubaNet community today. June 6, 2025 – On Wednesday, the Trump administration issued a proclamation imposing immigration and travel restrictions for people from 12...
Passport to Protection: Best Practices for Travel Vaccines in the Pharmacy Setting
Drug Topics
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June 6, 2025
Now that the summer is upon us, many people are turning their attention to vacation planning. Pharmacy team members can do many things to help our patients prepare for their upcoming travels, ensuring they are up to date with the recommended...
How Netflix's 'Unabom' Film Explores Ted Kaczynski's Life
KMON Country 560 AM - Montana
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June 6, 2025
A new film about the notorious Unabomber from Montana is in the works from Netflix The film explores the formative years of the infamous killer, including his time in college The film will star Russell Crowe and more stars are set for the film New...
TSA Issues Airport Security Warning To All Airline Travelers In Minnesota
Minnesota Now
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June 6, 2025
The time of the year has arrrived when people throughout Minnesota are busy planning their well-deserved vacations, and many of those fun adventures will involve traveling by air. Statistics show that in 2024, Minneapolis-St. Paul International...