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trip by alex mitchell issued May 2, 2024, 7:28 PM ET Germany faces a terrifying terrorist threat, officials have warned. From Ulstein Newspaper, Getty Images The United States has issued a travel advisory to Germany due to fears of terrorism. On Wednesday, the State Department raised Germany to tier 2 of 4, issuing a proclamation of “exercised caution” and a stern warning that “terrorist groups continue to plan attacks in Germany.” The US government added that hotels, restaurants, clubs, places of worship, parks, sporting and cultural events, as well as tourist sites and transportation hubs, are also frequently targeted. “Terrorists…

Booking.Com's first quarter earnings show an increase in travel demand – here's whyBooking Holdings Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:BKNG) It announced its first quarter results after the bell on Thursday. Key numbers from the report include:Booking's quarterly earnings were $20.39 per share, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $14.06 by 45.02%.The company had quarterly revenue of $4.415 billion, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $4.254 billion. This represents an increase of 16.86 percent compared to the same period last year's sales of $3,778 million.Bookings said the total travel booking value (excluding cancellations) across all travel services booked by customers was $43.5 billion, up 10%…

Travel professional and BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly loves this backpack.“I picked up this backpack after hearing my colleague Chelsea Stewart praise it.I picked up this backpack after hearing my colleague Chelsea Stewart praise it. I had a backpack that served me well on dozens of trips for about five years, but I wanted a bag that could open and pack like a suitcase. I've taken it on countless weekends and trips abroad. As I said above^, I'm going to Iceland with just this and a Spaceback bag full of clothes.Inside there is a mesh zippered pocket and a plastic pocket…

When you book through Chase Travel, you can now earn a 75,000 point welcome bonus on both and . This equates to a trip of up to $937 or $1,125, respectively. To earn the bonus, you must spend at least $4,000 within the first three months of opening either card.These travel cards are already high on our list, but this new welcome bonus makes them even more valuable. Here's more information about the offer and how you can take advantage of your Chase Sapphire card in the long run.What is the Chase Sapphire 75,000 Bonus Points Offer?Both current cardholders are…

When the six-week abortion ban goes into effect on May 1, 2024, Florida joins nearly 20 other U.S. states that ban or significantly restrict abortion. These laws came into effect after a 2022 Supreme Court decision was overturned. Roe vs. Wade It ended nearly 50 years of constitutional abortion rights in the United States. In 2023, Florida health officials reported more than 84,000 abortions performed statewide, including nearly 7,800 by out-of-state residents. of tampa bay times A recent report found that over the past six years, approximately two in five abortions in Florida were performed within the first six weeks…

Planning a local vacation? Visiting family on the island? As prices continue to rise, Washington ferries could become even more expensive. Round-trip fares increased by nearly $10 on Tuesday. Round-trip fare from Edmonds to Kingston is currently $54.35 for a couple in a regular car. Round-trip fares between Bremerton and Seattle are the same. washington ferry inslee: “We're going as fast as humanly possible” as the ferry boat enters the water. Washington State Ferries (WSF) blamed the increase on price increases in response to the influx of spring and summer travelers, according to the Everett Herald. Also, expect wait times…

One of the most naturally habitable places on our planet is our underground land: Australia. With that in mind, it makes a lot of sense that you'll find some of the world's most capable and wildest RVs and travel trailers roaming the land. One such machine is Fantasy Caravan's GT Series motorhome. It's an off-road and off-grid capable machine that can keep you alive wherever everything is trying to help you, including Mother Nature. Hey guys, I'm sure the name Fantasy Caravan sounds familiar, especially since I've been covering their work extensively over the past few months. why? Well, mainly…

Having the right technology while traveling can help you stay relaxed and connected. getty Having the right technology onboard or on the go makes everything easier. In the words of Mama Cass, things are getting better every day. Today's technology is lighter, more powerful, and more convenient than ever before. Here are some gifts that are perfect for moms who like to be on the move. volt magnetic speaker The Bolt speaker has a magnetic plate that allows you to attach it to your car, boat, or golf cart.outdoor tech From tailgating to boating to bringing sound to your rental…

I step into the soaring hotel lobby, pasty white as a newly cast limb and sporting a straw fedora to protect my bald head from the Mexican sun. But no amount of sunscreen can shield me from the hundreds of queers descending upon Puerto Vallarta for a resort takeover. There’s one small problem, though. I’m not a people person.  That’s not exactly true. Myers-Briggs pegs me as an INTJ — Introversion, Intuition, Thinking, and Judgment. Throw in an extra “-T” for Turbulent, and you’ll have a psychological archeological site that’s ripe for excavation. I’ve known VACAYA co-founders Randle Roper and…

Claim: Airbnb warns government will start travel restrictions on June 6thAn April 27 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) claims that the popular travel website has issued a warning about upcoming travel restrictions.Message from AirBnB: 'We expect the government to restrict travel after June 6, 2024.'It further claims that these developments are related to “foreseeable weather events leading to government travel restrictions and large-scale utility power outages.”The claim appeared in a Substack post on April 10 and was shared on Facebook more than 100 times in three weeks, according to social media analytics tool CrowdTangle.version of the claim regarding X,…