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At present UK driving licences are recognised across the EU. But that will change on 29 March if no withdrawal agreement is signed from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Ggll5g

Disneyland closes Space Mountain after visitor jumps off mid-ride The ride remained closed during the investigation. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2G1gLZ6

British Airways has been forced to cancel a number of short-haul flights from Heathrow Airport because of "adverse weather conditions". from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2G221sO

TSA at Newark airport find inert golden grenade in passenger's bag Just in case you weren’t aware, the Transportation Security Administration would prefer you not pack a grenade in your bag before heading to the airport. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2WwGRbk

Our critic searches for the magic of those venerable destinations with striking dining rooms and views. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2SfneWe

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Royal Caribbean refuses to issue full refund for broken air conditioning, paralyzed veteran claims A Royal Caribbean cruise experienced technical issues with the air conditioning that left some passengers stuck in sweltering rooms. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2B8y5an

Frontier Airlines to allow kids to fly free Frontier Airlines will allow kids to fly for free but with some restrictions. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2TougVL

Frontier Airlines to allow kids to fly free - with some restrictions It's big news for families with young children. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2GesjHC

Temperatures have dropped as low as -45C from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Tq4f8r

The fascinating images show Londoners enjoying a quiet afternoon snooze under shady trees in St James' Park and along the River Thames in the years after the Second World War. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2GdcZv6

Tour operator Wheel The World, which specialises in tours for those with disabilities, has developed a way for those using wheelchairs to visit the 600-year-old Unesco site in Peru. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2G1qa34

New figures released by the Land Registry show how the capital's upmarket boroughs of Westminster and Kensington dominate the list of dearest places to live in England and Wales. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2GdDGjl

WestJet passenger ordered to pay $21G for alcohol-fueled outburst The carrier's total losses for the episode could amount to over $200,000. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2UzLYGd

Ditch the denim. Wear rubber gloves. Never stop moving. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2CRQtV5

Strikes are planned throughout January from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2VuUvLw

The Scottish Highlands were the coldest bit of the UK last night from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2RYSOrH

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Firefighters worked to put out a raging fire at a Newark Airport parking garage; no injuries reported The Terminal C parking garage at Newark Liberty Airport was closed due to a fire raging on the rooftop that charred several vehicles via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2GdjE8u

CEO 'Jan' listed East Asia, North America, Europe and Australia as ‘a few’ of the definite destinations on the itinerary for the first 12 months. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2HJoJYF

A staggering 90 per cent of shark sold in chip shops in Britain is endangered, according to a new study by the University of Exeter. But because of misleading labeling, customers could be completely unaware. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2BeLyh1

The Man Who Pays His Way: a no-deal Brexit could mean a passport is expired with over a year to run from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2TjoSDn

Man drives through Pensacola airport fence, does doughnuts after speeding across active runway A 20-year-old man has been arrested after ramming his car through a security fence at Pensacola International Airport, speeding down an active runway around 100 mph and driving donuts with his vehicle. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2GaWFLe

Several cars catch fire at Newark airport parking garage; no injuries reported The Terminal C parking garage at Newark Liberty Airport is currently closed due to an active fire raging on the rooftop via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2FZR0Z4

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Florida-based Carnival says that the ship, which it describes as its most innovative yet, will feature six themed zones across 20 decks, with a spectacular atrium serving as the focal point. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2Scj0P5

One company has launched the first wheelchair tour of the site from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2SkU9II

This scenic Swiss town is prime territory for those who love snow sports. Other distractions include galleries, glamorous old hotels, and restaurants serving robust Alpine meals. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2GhBY02

Jane Harper’s mysteries set in Australia have international appeal. Her latest, “The Lost Man,” hits American bookstores in February. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2MIv2ub

Staying comfortable and staying connected away from home can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2RtMnrt

Resident hotel junkie Ianthe Butt picks the top six new hotels in February from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2DJGeUr

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It's the second coldest day in 150 years in Chicago from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2TmvLnt

A cavity two-thirds the area of Manhattan and almost 1,000 feet (300 meters) tall has been found growing at the bottom of Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2UsQwOj

The trucks were first noticed by a Reddit user , who uploaded images this week showing tractors emblazoned with the Embark logo and trailers painted with the Amazon Prime logo. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2DJ71Au

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From Hemingway's haunts to mesmerising museums and from terrific tours to wonderful walks, it's your essential guide to the Cuban city that's pulsating with excitement. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2CVTwf0

Gina Unwin from Cambridgeshire had travelled to the Vinpearl Resort & Spa in Phu Quoc, Vietnam, with her boyfriend Ethan Green to celebrate her 21st birthday in November. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2sUngV3

Thai-Burma railway pilgrims on journey of remembrance in honour of prisoners of war. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2WvWuju

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If you’re a fan of Nordic Noir and visiting Scandinavia anytime soon, consider signing up for some of the themed tours that delve deeper into this gripping genre. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2RszVsf

It’s a failed Australian communist paradise caught between thick South American jungle and cleared paddocks. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2RsCPx0

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Their shop is the thinking person’s place to go after hitting the jackpot in Las Vegas (or New York). from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2TlZSv9

Paralyzed Navy veteran stuck in 86-degree room on Royal Caribbean cruise A Navy veteran paralyzed from the waist down was reportedly forced to stay in a room with a broken air conditioner on the Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas. At one point, the room’s temperature reached 86 degrees Fahrenheit. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2D4IDYD

Michigan, Illinois school officials go viral for snow day announcement videos Talk about hitting all the right notes. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2UuQshb

Newark Airport customs officer named in 'rape table' controversy was engaging in 'horseplay,' lawyer argues An attorney for Michael Papagni argued in federal court that no actual crime occurred during the alleged incident. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2sUbDO1

‘Stupid’ tourist slammed for unknowingly handling poisonous animal on beach: ‘It’s like holding death in your hand’ An unwitting tourist has no idea how close they came to death after filming themselves playing around with a very dangerous creature on an Australian beach. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2HCAAHT

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Rotterdam is easily the second largest city in the Netherlands and a perfect place to visit if you’re on a trip around the country. That being said, it’s the perfect kind of place for a long weekend break, too. As with most new cities you visit, it can be tricky to nail down some of … Continue Reading from Hand Luggage Only http://bit.ly/2BcaPZj

Cocoa, chili and heated shelters: How airlines, airports are protecting workers from the extreme polar vortex temperatures From coast to coast, aviation officials are rolling out all the stops to protect their hardworking staffers from the “life-threatening” extreme cold. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2MH7l5r

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Deaf couple accuses Delta gate agent of discrimination, but airline says there are 'conflicting versions of events' Delta says it will "review the situation." via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2HD14ZK

Cheap tickets from Delhi to Toronto, Canada roundtrip for only Rs 33630 (USD 472) Roundtrip: Delhi, India-> Toronto, Canada -> Delhi, India Connecting Stop: Frankfurt Airlines: Air Canada / Air India Travel Period: April to May 2019 Travel Example Dates: 15th Apr – 22nd Apr 15th Apr – 07th May Other Dates: many more dates in April to May 2019… Baggage Info: Cabin:   1 bag Checked:  1 bag Other Info: To know more info about Canada  tourism and Toronto  Wiki travel , Wikipedia and TripAdvisor Screenshot: Find more cheap airline tickets and flight deals here Do you want to know “ How to Travel the World for Free “? Note: All the information on this page is accurate at the time of publication. If you are viewing this deal at a later date, the price and availability may no longer be as advertised. The post HOT! Delhi to Toronto round-trip for ₹33630 ($472) appeared first on ThExTravel . from ThExTravel http://bit.ly/2RUAu...

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The footage was shot by Toby Harriman, from San Francisco. He said: 'Going to Hong Kong - that is a whole different world.' from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2HHHCen

Designed by boffins at Oxford University’s Department of Engineering Science, the 5ft even takes selfies which it uploads to social media. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2SendS7

Rochester researchers say earth was saved by the planet's core solidifying, recharging Earth's magnetic field when it was at its weakest point. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2FUfT8L

Cheap tickets from Delhi to Vancouver, Canada roundtrip for only Rs 29653 (USD 416) Roundtrip: Delhi, India-> Vancouver, Canada -> Delhi, India Connecting Stop: London / Frankfurt Airlines: Air Canada / Air India Travel Period: May 2019 Travel Example Dates: 02nd May – 09th May 07th May – 15th May 08th May – 29th May Other Dates: many more dates in May 2019… Baggage Info: Cabin:   1 bag Checked:  1 bag Other Info: To know more info about Canada tourism and Vancouver: Wikipedia WikiTravel Tripadvisor Screenshot: Find more cheap airline tickets and flight deals here Do you want to know “ How to Travel the World for Free “? Note: All the information on this page is accurate at the time of publication. If you are viewing this deal at a later date, the price and availability may no longer be as advertised. The post HOT! Delhi to Vancouver round-trip for ₹29653 ($416) appeared first on ThExTravel . from ThExTravel http://bi...

Amtrak cancels trains to and from Chicago amid polar vortex, 'extreme weather conditions' Amtrak has canceled all rail service to and from Chicago on Wednesday, and more cancellations were scheduled for Thursday. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2TqOj6c

As an Emirates passenger's poor excuse for a 'chicken' sandwich goes viral, The Independent team share their worst experiences of inflight meals from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2mVWiM9

It works out at almost £1 per metre travelled from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2G0nVwA

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The pictures were all snapped by guests during their stays at Airbnb properties around the world over the past year and uploaded to the social media site. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2Tnggvt

More than 400 schools across the Thai capital will be closed on Thursday and Friday because of the smog. Bangkok is now on the list of the world’s top most polluted cities. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2TlHLWp

The rules for cancellations, overbooking and flight delays are tangled. This guide should make you aware of your entitlements, even if the airline fails to do so from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Usyls2

On the banks of the St. Lawrence River, the bucolic Charlevoix district is steadily rebounding after a stagnant period, but remains a buyer’s market. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2GbUsiS

The city, in the shadow of Sun Valley resort, has a rich history as a mining and sheep ranching hub, but it’s also “Wild West Idaho,” says professional big mountain skier, Lexi du Pont, a local who shares some of her favorite places. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2TnOP4z

A train trip is one way to experience the natural beauty of the country, even if you have only a few days. But advance planning is essential. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2B9LG1w

5 ways you're setting yourself up to ruin your spring break vacation Here's where we all go wrong before spring break. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2UpQRkX

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Bored of the Balearics Then when not try a holiday to a destination that has a bit more 'edge'? Here's our guide to the holiday spots you thought were too dangerous to visit. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2FYnvHj

Ronan Keating got engaged to his wife, Storm, on Koh Yah Noi island in 2015. Now he's back with his youngest son, Cooper, at the Layan Residences in Phuket. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2FWfQsR

Jake Wallis Simons visited ski resort Morzine, which is home to a brilliant French school in the summer. His kids had fun classes in the morning and were then taken on adventure activities. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2G9VDiD

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Get a token to redeem your free ice-cream at Sally’s Space in the CBD. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2ScqeTg

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It sounds like a pool party dream in Perth’s CBD, complete with beach umbrellas, inflatable pool toys and fake lawn, as well as a DJ. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2G0K91E

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Cape Naturaliste lighthouse’s night job ensures you keep your distance. Its day job draws you in, beckoning you closer. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2Upt5FF

Eden whalers worked as a team with killer whales to hunt humpback and other baleen whales. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2CUIOVY

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Toilets in mainland China have a certain notoriety. You don’t need to dig far online to uncover horror stories for the hygiene-obsessed detailing filthy public pits lacking doors or even partitions. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2RYCO9i

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“I feel embarrassed that just weeks ago I’d never heard of Plovdiv. I mean, this city has only been here for some 6000 years, making it one of Europe’s oldest cities.” from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2UsApR2

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“This tranquil nook of southern Sri Lanka is the kind of place which threatens to lull you to sleep, even as you’re upright, walking its timeworn streets. Trust me, that’s a very good thing.” from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2WBrheO

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Fire rips through Princess Cruises’ private island in the Bahamas A fire broke out Monday night at Princess Cays. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2RpDuPP

Angry Easyjet passenger smokes e-cig during flight and breaks his phone in half An inebriated Easyjet passenger reportedly became so aggressive toward crew members and others on board that the aircraft had to make an emergency landing in Edinburgh, Scotland. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2HEKNDG

U.S. Coast Guard medevacs elderly Carnival Cruise passenger off ship after fall The woman reportedly suffered a head injury. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2CQWyBj

Bedbugs take over Texas hotel bedroom in skin-crawling photos A Texas mom says she had a skin-crawling experience at a San Antonio-area hotel over the weekend, claiming that she was greeted by dozens of bedbugs covering the bed, headboard and beyond after entering her room. Kali Powell, who was traveling with her two young children, called the incident 'traumatizing' and recommends everyone double-check furniture occasionally, whether you're at a hotel or at home. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2HDFK6r

‘Aggressive’ Easyjet passenger snaps phone in half, forces emergency landing A drunk passenger forced an Easyjet flight to make an emergency landing in Scotland. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2RTbQ2N

Looking for an escape route from the polar vortex? Here are a half-dozen possibilities that are guaranteed to be warmer than minus-14 degrees. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2B6CNFK

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SeaWorld 'deeply saddened,' PETA outraged by death of Kayla the orca A 30-year-old orca named Kayla died at SeaWorld Orlando on Monday after becoming sick over the weekend, the company revealed. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2RmgLUF

Dubai Airport ranked as world's busiest international air hub Now that’s a lot of jet-setters. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2G6elHY

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The city’s restaurant scene has evolved since the last Super Bowl here. So look beyond downtown, enjoy the diversity and don’t forget breakfast. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2Hz7tVM

Ponyboy, a homey hangout in Greenpoint, offers a refreshing break from the cookie-cutter hotel bars. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2SgYeh6

With the Oscars just around the corner, there's never been a better time to sample LA's hottest digs from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2G8QqYs

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In Austria there are 43.6 crashes per 10,000 residents, and in Denmark, just five, according to the EU. The UK ranks a mediocre mid-table 19th across the continent. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2UqmF9b

The Boat International Design & Innovation Awards in Italy handed out 19 gongs after judges scored yachts based on aesthetics and technical criteria as well as innovation. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2MEUD7h

The competition for the accolade of snowiest city in the world is icily fierce. In this ranking by AccuWeather, the U.S, Canada and Japan duke it out for the top prize. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2RrqXvg

The clip was filmed on board an Air Greenland Dash 8 aircraft as it made an approach at dawn. The cameraman was Malik Niemann, a helicopter pilot who was sitting in the jump seat. from Travel | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2Tlmvjg

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More than 1,000 flights cancelled or delayed as snow storm threatens much of US Hundreds of flights have been canceled or delayed in anticipation of snow and icy conditions Tuesday, as a winter storm threatens the Midwest while setting its sights on the South and East, the Weather Channel reported. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2CTgtzk

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The flight to Iceland stopped off at Edinburgh to remove a disruptive traveller from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2MDekMW

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