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National Parks Week begins on Saturday, April 20th, and there’s plenty to enjoy in Michigan.National Parks Week runs from April 20th to April 28th, and to kick off the celebrations and encourage everyone to enjoy the national parks in person, admission fees will be waived on April 20th .Free day admission fee waivers do not include amenities or fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Parks in Michigan include:Isle Royale: Houghton, MichiganExplore a rugged, isolated island far from our connected community. Isle Royale offers adventure for backpackers, hikers, boaters, paddlers, and divers. Cross Lake Superior…
world news Two are in Massachusetts. Faraway Martha’s Vineyard outdoor bar.Far away Martha’s Vineyard According to Travel + Leisure, New England is home to four of the most exciting new hotels on the planet. A look inside Clarendon Square, ranked #1 B&B in Boston The following hotels have been named to Travel + Leisure’s IT List 2024, which highlights the 100 best new and renovated hotels around the world. Martha’s Vineyard in the distance. Nolumbega Inn in Camden, Maine. and the Gardiner House in Newport.These properties are among 36 North American hotels on the 19th annual list, representing 39 countries…
Summer is just around the corner and it’s time to start planning your travels.If you’re wondering where to go, the top places to visit in Canada in summer 2024 have been announced. These include small towns with a European feel and destinations with plenty of outdoor adventures. Airbnb has announced Canada’s top summer vacation spots for 2024, detailing the best places to visit in the country if you’re looking for the perfect staycation. In a press release shared with Narcity, Airbnb announced the top 10 domestic travel spots to visit this year. The top three destinations for Canadians are:blue mountains,…
In another attempt to crack down on overtourism, Amsterdam authorities are banning the construction of new hotels in the Dutch capital.The policy, announced on Wednesday, will only allow new hotels in a one-in, one-out system. A new hotel can only be built if another hotel closes. The new hotel must not exceed the number of beds of the previous hotel and must be a “better” hotel with more modern and sustainable features, according to a city release.”Amsterdam is saying ‘no’ to new hotels,” reads a translation of a statement from city officials. “We want to create and maintain a city…
Carnival Liberty will set sail from New Orleans this summer, making multiple stops at beach vacation destinations.According to a recent news release from Carnival, the ship will make several departures from New Orleans this summer on seven-day itineraries to the Eastern or Western Caribbean. Another ship, the Carnival Glory, has been shut down for more than two weeks while several spots on the ship are upgraded, according to a news release. Recent additions include a new bar and lounge exclusively for veterans and active military, a photo studio, and more. Other spaces such as the casino, spa and youth areas…
Millions of iPhone owners are getting updates to help them travel.IHG Hotels and Resorts plans to introduce Apple AirPlay functionality to select regions.1iPhone users will be able to use AirPlay at select IGH hotels Credit: GettyThat means guests at certain IGH hotels will be able to cast their favorite content from their iPhones to their TVs.Some hotels only offer Chromecast support, which can be frustrating for iPhone owners who want to screencast to their TV.AirPlay is now available at over 60 IGH hotels in North America.More locations will be upgrading their TVs with this feature in the coming months.“Users can…
The National Park Service will offer free admission to parks and other locations on Saturday to celebrate National Park Week and Earth Day.National Parks Week runs from April 20th to April 28th. This means our parks, programs and partners will put on events and activities to promote the outdoors and our cultural heritage. It coincides with Earth Day on Monday.To kick off the celebration and encourage people to visit the new park, admission fees will be waived at the NPS site on Saturday, April 20th. Fees apply for camping, boat launches, transportation, special tours, and other activities.Get outdoor content straight…
Before you head to Las Vegas for the 2024 Craft Brewers Conference, we’ve compiled a primer on Brewers Association (BA) stories (and one video) from the past six months to help you prepare. Think of this as the CliffsNotes version. Click the link for more information.2023 BA Certified Craft Brewery Top 50 ProductionBart Watson, chief economist and vice president of strategy at BA, released the industry body’s list of the top 50 craft breweries by volume in 2023 earlier this week. Jess analyzed all the top 50 jockeys for 2023.Watson also shared a preview of his State…
The City of Sugar Land announced that its recent decision to join the Texas Brew City program demonstrates its commitment to fostering economic growth and entrepreneurial opportunities. As a member of the program launched by the Texas Craft Brewers Guild in March 2024, Sugar Land welcomes aspiring business owners and entrepreneurs in Texas looking to expand and explore local opportunities. It is participating as a so-called “emerging beerscape” to encourage breweries. The city’s press release also states that with a thriving local community and new development opportunities, Sugar Land is ready to welcome new businesses and contribute to the thriving…
Mammoth Cave National Park officials plan to celebrate National Park Week and several other commemorative events.Like many parks across the country, Mammoth Cave will be hosting multiple events on Saturday, April 20th. In honor of National Volunteer Week and Earth Day, a volunteer cleanup will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., where guests can help clean up trash and debris. Tourists can join his free self-guided Discovery Tour from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All events take place in Central Daylight Time.Molly Schroer is a spokesperson for Mammoth Cave National Park. She said the park is known as…