Book-cation Trend Brings Literary Travel Into the Mainstream
Literary travel is gaining momentum as readers plan trips around novels, authors, hotel libraries, book clubs, reading retreats and festivals.
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Literary travel is gaining momentum as readers plan trips around novels, authors, hotel libraries, book clubs, reading retreats and festivals.
Spain welcomed 26.5 million international visitors in the first four months of the year, keeping the country on track for another record tourism season.
Cyprus and Greece ranked among Europe’s top destinations for bathing water quality, reinforcing their appeal for summer beach travel.
Just You has launched Kindred, a community platform designed to help solo travelers connect before, during and after escorted tours.
Riskline’s new Ebola outbreak map tracks travel restrictions, health screening and entry rules as governments respond to cases in Central and East Africa.
Argentina is preparing a citizenship-by-investment program that could give global travelers a new mobility option in South America.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony turned Mexico City into a global travel and culture showcase, led by Shakira, Burna Boy and Latin American artists.
Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia has reached its final height with the Tower of Jesus Christ, drawing global attention while renewing debate over overtourism and local impact.
The 2026 Global Peace Index highlights Iceland, New Zealand and Switzerland as leading destinations for travelers seeking stability, safety and lower conflict risk.
The U.S. State Department will test a paid expedited appointment option for certain B-1/B-2 visa applicants, adding a premium layer to an already strained travel visa…
Google’s Gemini 3.5 Live Translate brings near real-time speech translation to more than 70 languages, with travel use cases ranging from guided tours to ride-hailing pickups.
Iceland has overtaken Switzerland as the world’s most expensive country, with tourism, housing and high service costs adding pressure to everyday prices.