You Are Invited to McPhail Travel's 13th Annual Travel Expo
The countdown is on. For 13 years, McPhail Travel has kicked off the travel season with the event our community...
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Walk on the Wild Side: Animal Encounters on the Beaches of the Caribbean
You came to the Caribbean for the beach. So did the wildlife. Throughout the islands, some stretches of sand come...
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How Low Can They Go? Historic Water Levels and the Future of River Cruising in Europe
I adore river cruising. I constantly recommend river cruises to viewers and followers. But river cruising is facing an industry-changing crisis....
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Attention Cycling Fans: Tour de France Rolls Across the English Channel in 2027
In July 2027, the Tour de France will make cycling history in the UK. Three men’s stages and three women’s...
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D-Day Landing Beaches Achieve Overdue Milestone; How to Make Your Own Pilgrimage
82 years after what Winston Churchill called “the most complicated and difficult” military operation in world history, Normandy’s D-Day Landing...
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Crystal’s New Ship Doubles Down on Family-Focused Spaces
When Crystal Grace launches in 2028, she’ll have more dedicated family spaces and programming than ever. That sets Crystal apart...
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Top “Coolcation” Travel Destinations
Record-breaking summer heatwaves throughout Europe have more travelers looking for cooler destinations to spend the holidays. I have some favorites. By:...
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VIDEO: Wine and So Much More on a Scenic Bordeaux River Cruise
I say ‘Bordeaux,’ and you think: wine. It’s true Bordeaux is one of the most fabled and beloved wine regions...
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Spain’s Summer Spectacles
For most travelers, summer in Spain means lazy days on Mediterranean beaches, late-night tapas and sangria in sunny plazas. Summer...
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Ireland & Scotland - May 1 - 15, 2027
Does the magic and poetry of Ireland lure you? Are there really 40 shades of green? And what of Scotland?
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Costa Rica - February 10 - 24, 2027
Join McPhail Travel as we experience this remarkable country.
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3 Sandals Resorts Get $200 Million Glow Up in ‘Great Jamaica Comeback’
A trio of storied resorts on the island where Sandals was born is being reborn as part of Jamaica's comeback....
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When Volcanoes Wake Up: Travel to the World’s Great ‘Fire Mountains’
Mount Etna's July 2026 eruption sent lava and ash plumes into the Sicilian sky, creating spectacular images—and temporary travel disruptions....
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Aman At Sea’s Inaugural Season: Mediterranean and Caribbean
Aman’s first ultra-luxury lifestyle yacht will chase the sun in her inaugural 2027 season, beginning in the Mediterranean after her...
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Christmas in July Question: Which Christmas Market River Cruise to Choose?
It’s never too early to start counting down the days until Christmas – or plan a holiday getaway. Christmas in...
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Discovering the Japan You Didn’t Expect Beyond the Main Island
For many travelers, the increasingly popular destination of Japan begins and ends on the island of Honshu – literally, it’s...
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Good News if You’re Flying to Europe: New Passenger Protections
It only took 13 years! And resistance from the air industry. But finally, European lawmakers have passed updated regulations adding...
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Scenic Expanding River Cruising to India, Sri Lanka
In October 2027, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is launching the Scenic Aura on the Hooghly River, debuting a collection...
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New European Hotels in Landmark Historic Sites to Inspire your Next Trip
London. Venice. Lisbon. Each powerhouse travel destination already has its share of iconic hotels. But new properties opening in 2026...
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Four Extraordinary Journeys. One World of Discovery.
Chile and Argentina - January 15 - 26, 2027Looking to discover the best of Chile AND Argentina in one unforgettable...
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Scotland's Greatest Summer Spectacle: the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Every August, something remarkable happens on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. The ancient fortress, perched atop the craggy remnants of...
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The Natural Thrills of Costa Rica
If you want the focus of your vacation to be an authentic immersion into raw nature, put Costa Rica on...
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The Cruise Line Breeding “Super Coral” and Other Good News for World Oceans Day
The private island for Explora Journeys and MSC Cruises, MSC Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, is at the forefront of a...
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Gaudí at 100: Barcelona's Most Famous Architect "Raising the Roof" of the City
One hundred years after his death, Antoni Gaudí remains impossible to separate from Barcelona. The Catalan architect died on June 10,...
