Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The 15 Most Beautiful Secret Beaches In Europe . The problem with many of the world’s most beautiful beaches isn’t that the sand isn’t powdery enough or that the water isn’t the right shade of turquoise—it’s that they’re too damn crowded. For those who seek more privacy, European Best Destinations recently released its list of the best beaches in Europe that the locals like to keep secret .
The new ranking includes six beaches in Greece, four in Spain and three in Portugal (including one that was once named the most beautiful beach in Europe). Pasjaca beach in Croatia was named Europe’s best secret beach for 2024. Why Cruise Fares Are About to Get More ‘Honest’ .
On July 1, the world’s largest cruise operators—Carnival, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean—began disclosing taxes, port fees and other mandatory charges on all cruises, no matter where they originate. This is a sea change for the cruise industry . Transparent pricing—which reveals all of the so-called “junk fees”—will soon become the norm across the entire industry.
While overall fares will remain the same, cruise enthusiasts will now be able to see the entire cost of a voyage before booking. This is the published version of Forbes’ Passport newsletter, which offers a first-class guide to luxury travel. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every Friday.
Inside Japan’s First ‘Blue Zones’ Resort . Thanks to a combination of a plant-based diet and the Japanese philosophy known as Ikagi (which loosely translates to a purpose-driven lifestyle), Okinawa has long been credited with having one of the highest concentrations of centenarians in the world. This fall, the Halekulani Okinawa will partner with the longevity and wellness research company Blue Zones to host Japan’s first Blue Zones Retreat .
Over the course of the six-night, seven-day package, guests will experience a variety of Blue Zones workshops, from cooking classes to mindfulness exercises. TravelWise . Because most travelers don’t check the balance of their hotel or airline points very often, hackers are now using bots to clean out accounts that hold millions of dollars’ worth of travel rewards.
Here’s what you need to know to keep your loyalty accounts safe . First Delta One Lounge Opens At New York’s JFK Airport . Delta’s Sky Club got a major upgrade at New York’s JFK airport with the opening of the first Delta One lounge .
The nearly 40,000-square-foot lounge is divided into distinct, sleekly designed areas and with spa and dining room that will encourage passengers to get to the airport early. The glamorous bar takes its cues from Radio City Music Hall and there’s even a terrace with a retractable roof. And beginning this fall, passengers who use the Delta One lounge will have access to a dedicated security line.
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