The World's Greatest Vacations

Beyond the Beach Towel: Unforgettable Eco-Travel Adventures

2024-05-23

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations The world beckons with its diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and unforgettable experiences. But with travel comes a responsibility to tread lightly and minimize our impact on the environment. This is where eco-travel takes center stage! Embrace Responsible Exploration: Eco-travel goes beyond the typical vacation. It’s […]

Solo Travel: Embarking on an Unforgettable Journey of Self-Discovery

2024-05-20

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Have you ever dreamt of exploring a new destination, but hesitated because you couldn’t find a travel partner? Well, fret no more! Solo travel offers a unique and empowering experience that allows you to step outside your comfort zone, discover yourself, and create memories that […]

Have luxury travelers finally hit a price ceiling?

2024-05-20

After years of shrugging off soaring hotel costs, affluent travelers may finally be showing some early signs of price resistance. Silvio Rebmann, CEO and founder of Berlin-based Cube Travel, surfaced the issue of high hotel rates during a panel at Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Global Conference 2024 earlier this month. “Though 2024 has started off […]

The Ultimate Guide to Travel Hacking Like a Pro: Score Free Flights and Luxury Stays

2024-05-13

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Traveling the world opens your mind to new cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. But let’s face it, travel can be expensive. This is where travel hacking comes in! Travel hacking involves leveraging credit card rewards programs, airline loyalty programs, and other strategies to score […]

Soaring demand pushes cruise bookings into 2025 and beyond

2024-05-13

Cruisers thinking about last-minute summer sailings might have to think again. With record inventory snapped up, cruise line executives and travel advisors say space is dwindling and booking curves are stretching into 2025. Major cruise lines began the year at their highest booked positions ever, leading to less 2024 inventory, which along with strong revenue […]

The Ultimate Travel Bucket List: 10 Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences

2024-05-06

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations The world is brimming with incredible destinations and experiences waiting to be explored. But for some adventures, the thrill and wonder they evoke elevate them to bucket list status. These once-in-a-lifetime experiences offer the chance to create memories that will stay with you forever. This […]

The vibe in the Spellbound rooms is magic with a hint of a haunted mansion

Spellbound by a magical experience on the Sun Princess

2024-05-06

The keys of the piano were moving, producing music as if by magic. As I watched the keys, a waitress holding a tray of sparkly drinks suggested I ask “Isabella” to play me a song. I raised an eyebrow, then asked Isabella to play “Greensleeves.” There was a brief pause, and then “she” began to […]

Hidden Gems: Unveiling the World’s Most Breathtaking Secret Destinations

2024-04-29

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations The world is brimming with iconic landmarks and bustling tourist destinations. But for the truly adventurous traveler, there’s a certain allure to discovering hidden gems – those off-the-beaten-path locations that offer a unique glimpse into nature’s beauty and cultural charm. This blog post will unveil […]

Travel tackles AI hallucinations

2024-04-29

Shortly after Matador Network launched its GuideGeek generative AI travel assistant early last year, an employee testing the tool queried it about her hometown of Pittsburgh. After a while, she shifted gears to ask about Crete. But instead of typing “Crete, Greece,” she accidentally wrote “Crete Freeze.” Flummoxed by the typo, GuideGeek thought the query […]

People in an open air restaurant at night time

Foodie Paradise: Top 10 Destinations for Culinary Adventures

2024-04-22

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Have you ever dreamt of a vacation where food is the star of the show? Well, look no further! This blog post will unveil 10 incredible destinations around the globe that are perfect for indulging your inner foodie. From Michelin-starred restaurants to hidden street stalls […]