Chicago Names Navy Pier the New Starting Point of Historic Route 66
Chicago has officially designated Navy Pier as the new eastern starting point of Route 66, creating a symbolic pier-to-pier journey from Lake Michigan to the Pacific.
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Ancestry Travel to West Africa Gains Momentum Across the Diaspora
DNA testing is reshaping travel trends, inspiring members of the African diaspora to explore ancestral roots in West Africa through curated heritage tours.
Holland America Line Plans Patriotic Cruise for America’s 250th Anniversary
Holland America Line will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a special Fourth of July cruise in 2026, blending historic ports, onboard celebrations, and patriotic programming.
Antebellum
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
Antebellum describes the period before the American Civil War, often linked to Southern architecture and heritage sites.
American Cruise Lines Adds Two New Itineraries for 2026, Third Coming in 2027
By
Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
American Cruise Lines unveils two fresh 8- to 11-day U.S. itineraries for 2026 and teases a third for 2027, adding routes along the Mississippi, Gulf Coast, and Tennessee rivers.