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The best places for solo travel in the USA: Where to go when you’re flying solo
The Manual - Oregon
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June 12, 2025
Solo travel is having a moment, and for good reason. There’s something incredibly freeing about waking up in a new place with zero compromises on what to do, see, or eat. Personally, I love solo trips because I get to follow my own schedule (or...
Everything you need to know for the ultimate weekend getaway to Daytona Beach, Florida
Access Atlanta - Georgia
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While probably best known for the iconic Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach offers so much more than motorsports. With 23 miles of stunning white-sand shoreline and plenty of things to do, it’s the perfect place to unwind and soak up...
Seaweed overruns some Caribbean beaches as Sargassum hits record levels
FOX Weather
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June 12, 2025
We’re well into the summer season and people continue to flock to beaches to catch some rays and take a dip in the ocean. One thing people aren’t missing, however, is the smelly Sargassum seaweed that has littered beaches across the U.S.,...
New Reform UK recruit under fire over offensive social media posts
Nation.Cymru
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June 17, 2025
Left: Councillor Andrew Barry – Right: Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage Emily Price Reform UK has declined to comment on offensive messages posted online by a Welsh councillor who recently defected to the party. Merthyr Tydfil independent – Andrew...
Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic finalize details to launch daily ferry
Dominican Today
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Puerto Rico.- A long-anticipated daily ferry route connecting Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, is moving closer to reality. Dominican authorities report that all preparations on their end are complete, including...
Impact the Palm Beaches Celebrates Women in Philanthropy
Dan’s Papers - New York
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June 12, 2025
Rona Rosenberg Friedman, Leticia GnazzoCAPEHART Vevienne Ebanks, Linda Mauger HarnishCAPEHART Crystal Stiles, Meredith RolloCAPEHART Laura Mariano, Kate CotnerCAPEHART Melisa Sandler, Catalina Catano, Sunny Hawkins, Kelly O'NeillCAPEHART Alice...
This Historic Puerto Rico Retreat Is One of the Caribbean’s Best Kept Secrets
Caribbean Journal
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June 8, 2025
It’s one of the most beautiful hotels in Puerto Rico—and most travelers walk right past it without ever knowing what’s inside. Tucked across from the San Juan Cathedral, this 350-year-old former convent is now a boutique hotel with a rooftop pool,...
Decatur Brings Beach Vibes to City for Annual Beach Party
Times News Global
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June 12, 2025
Decatur, Georgia – The city will transform part of its downtown area into a beach on Friday, bringing 60 tons of sand to create a sandy street “beach” on Ponce de Leon Avenue. The annual Decatur Beach Party aims to deliver family-friendly...
Dominican Republic-Puerto Rico daily ferry nears launch
Dominican Today
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June 7, 2025
Santo Domingo.- Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic are reportedly taking the final steps toward the entry into service of the new Mayagüez-San Pedro de Macorís ferry, which will operate a daily trip between the two. This was revealed by César...
This Airline Abruptly Shut Down Leaving Caribbean-bound Travelers Completely Stranded—What to Know
Travel + Leisure
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Silver Airways suddenly shut down operations. The regional carrier operated flights throughout the Bahamas and Caribbean islands. Travelers will receive automatic refunds, but will need to book their flights on a separate carrier. Travelers...
Play in more than 50 tons of sand at Friday’s Decatur Beach Party
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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Are you pining for a trip to the beach, dreaming of warm sand between your toes and batting around a beach ball? Instead of going to the beach, Decatur is bringing the beach to you on Friday. The city will use 60 tons of sand to create a sandy...
Puerto Rican coquí frogs are loud. Islanders want to keep it that way.
AOL
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A coquí, on a leaf in Hilo, Hawaii. (WM / iStockphoto via Getty Images file)For many Puerto Ricans, the nightly chirping of “coh-KEE” — the sound of a tiny frog known as the coquí — is like a national lullaby. But for one purported tourist, the...
The heart of the matter– Pharma, Health and Wellness & Grand Prix for Good picks from Cannes Lions: BE Extraordinary
ETBrandEquity.com
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June 17, 2025
Representative image (iStock)Here are our top picks from the Health, Wellness, Pharma, and Grand Prix for Good categories at Cannes Lions. In this exploration beyond the Grand Prix, presented in collaboration with Harsh Kapadia, CCO, Grey India,...
Life’s a beach for these former Wylie residents
Princeton Herald - Texas
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June 12, 2025
The Two Tickets to Paradise cottage in St. Thomas offers panoramic views of Hull Bay and the 2-acre property which includes a large deck with a pool, cabana, grill and bar, plus an assortment of cozy seating areas. It started with a fundraiser and...
Bangor, Maine Is a Trending Travel Destination This Summer, According to Google Flights
Q106.5 - Maine
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June 12, 2025
Many Americans will be catching a flight and traveling to vacation destinations this summer, and according to Google Flights, Bangor, Maine, is a trending destination. Data released by Google Flights in March showed Bangor at No. 9 among trending...
Foreign Office warns UK tourists in USA to 'stay away' in new alert
Birmingham Live
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June 12, 2025
UK tourists in the United States have been issued a new safety warning by the Foreign Office. The official body has issued guidance over responding to protests across the US, as well as in American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto...
Best Airbnb Stays in Isabela, Puerto Rico to Book in 2025
TripZilla
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June 6, 2025
There are numerous stunning Airbnbs in Isabela Puerto Rico for a memorable retreat. Isabela, Puerto Rico, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, adventure, and cultural richness. Known as the “Garden of the Northwest,” it boasts pristine...
Hard Rock Stadium tightens security at Club World Cup after chaotic scene at Copa America
WTOP - District Columbia
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June 17, 2025
MIAMI (AP) — Almost a year since the Copa America final nearly ended in tragedy, big numbers of soccer fans… MIAMI (AP) — Almost a year since the Copa America final nearly ended in tragedy, big numbers of soccer fans are back at Hard Rock Stadium...
Best Airbnb Stays in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico to Book in 2025
TripZilla
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June 6, 2025
There are numerous comfy and chill Airbnbs in Cabo Rojo for tourists to enjoy. Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, is a fantastic destination for tourists because of its stunning beaches like Playa Sucia, vibrant sunsets, and beautiful nature reserves....
TSA warns travelers to remember banned food list – ignoring rules risk extra delays at airport
The U.S. Sun
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June 12, 2025
FLYERS have been reminded of the list of food they cannot take on board. The prohibited food items vary depending on if you're carrying on your luggage or checking it in. 2 The TSA has reminded passengers of the restrictions in place surrounding...