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More than 22,000 people have registered interest in the new Qantas Group Pilot Academy due to open its doors in Queensland in September. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2MpzzFm

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San Francisco Dungeon launching 'Rat Bar' pop-up where you can pay to drink with live rodents Why see rats on the street for free when you can pay $50 to see them? via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/30WAYGL

The team in Montezuma, Iowa seemed relatively unfazed as a funnel cloud formed behind them on Tuesday and by Wednesday evening a storm had moved through Poweshiek County. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2KoYjv5

Pictures taken at the Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve in Kent show lioness Oudrika carrying her tiny cub gently in her giant jaws and affectionately nuzzling him. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2JSKyFk

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The "wedding" is part of a new tourism initiative designed to smooth relations between locals and visitors from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2QBESjJ

Boy, 6, reportedly in critical condition after falling 15 feet from roller coaster The child was medevacked to the hospital after falling from the Twister roller coaster on Thursday morning. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2WxOtgJ

Grandparents Peter and Chris Lloyd, from Cumbria, embarked on the epic 18-month journey after deciding to 'do something a bit different' in retirement. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2W33B1t

Plane Talk: 'I have been told to wait 12 weeks before the flight date to get the cheapest rate,' asks David. 'Is this true advice, or just poppycock?' from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2YZEIpi

The Man Who Pays His Way: The Wigan to Pyongyang train trip is so popular, organisers are laying on an extra one from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2QyOtYu

Environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful named the locations that have achieved Scottish Beach Award status for 2019 ahead of the bathing season getting under way on Saturday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/30WCB7j

From the Arctic wilds of Finland to the sunny reaches of St Vincent and the Grenadines, MailOnline Travel has scoured the world for the best island getaways. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2Wd4zwW

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Paula Whitelaw hit her head during a rush to board a plane home from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2EJ59HO

Hostels and hybrid hotels that offer hostel-like rooms are expanding in the U.S. Expect family-size rooms, private baths and affordable rates. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2I6Quaq

From paddleboarding in Colorado to bachata music in Puerto Rico, we asked writers to tell us what makes their beach vacations the best. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2Z4iK4x

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Graffiti saying 'tourists go away' and 'flamenco is not a show' has appeared on walls in Albaicin in the city of Granada in the southern Spanish region of Andalusia. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2YWGl71

The train operator is challenging the Department for Transport's decision to strip it of its West Coast franchise from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Kass0W

Airspace sectors will be redesigned to accommodate more capacity and allow more direct flights, rather than following long-established lanes from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/30XRgPG

The budget carrier admitted to misleading passengers about their rights to refunds on cheap airfares. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2WyhwRc

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The bicentennial of New York’s most celebrated literary son is being commemorated with three exhibitions. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2Mu0AI2

Carnival to start delivering beer on cruises, but there's a catch It’s about to get a lot easier to get drinks on a cruise… as long as you’re also looking to get a pizza at the same time. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2EJsXvo

Delta Air Lines sued by passenger over alleged attack from emotional support dog Attorneys Janell Weinstein and Natalie Elisha Gold weigh in on who they believe is at fault for the attack. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2W10uab

Disneyland unveils Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge The immersive new theme park experience spans 14 acres and transports visitors to the wild edge of space. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2HMSupr

At least seven people were dead and 21 remained missing, most of them South Korean tourists, after Hungary’s worst boating accident in decades. A criminal investigation is underway. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2Xf25e3

Woman shares horrifying story, pictures after alleged attack by employee at all-inclusive resort A Delaware woman is speaking out about a terrifying and tragic incident she claimed happened while vacationing at an all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2Wz4H9k

Ryanair passengers filmed chanting racial slur A group of Ryanair passengers were filmed chanting "racist slurs" during a flight from Berlin to Majorca. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2EMjwvg

Sneak peek: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge puts Disneyland guests on Batuu It’s the closest a “Star Wars” fan will ever get to setting foot in a galaxy far, far away. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2XimChM

The annual Cewe Photo Award invites amateur and professional photographers from around the world to enter and to date, more than 175,000 entries have been submitted. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2I7NA5q

The five star TUI Sensimar Meltemi Blu, in Santorini, Greece, (pictured) was due to open in May and promised guests a luxury stay, replete with a 'gourmet eatery' and 'chic bars.' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2WvL4Pj

Rottnest Island, or Rotto to the locals, is a small island off the coast of Western Australia. With a permanent population of around 100 people, the island is only a... Source from The Travel Blogs http://bit.ly/30XAUqq

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Spirit Airlines passenger filmed slapping worker in the face Now that’s gotta hurt. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2WxLXHl

British Airways passenger allegedly 'punched at' crew after being denied drink, needed to be restrained in her seat A British Airways passenger is accused of becoming aggressive toward, and repeatedly striking, a member of the cabin crew on a Dec. 2018 flight. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2EID97t

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Lufthansa Technik, part of the wider German airline group, has unveiled its new SkyRetreat concept for the Airbus A220 with the cabin designed to host cash-rich VIPs. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2wtZlO4

By the end of the summer more than 30 major hubs across the United States will have introduced the trays, which have all been treated with powerful antimicrobial technology. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2Wv584x

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge has plenty of surprises in store Fox News' Ashley Dvorkin gets a sneak peek at Disneyland's immersive Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge area. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2WyDPX0

At least seven people were killed and 21 remained missing after Hungary’s worst boating accident in decades. A criminal investigation is underway to determine the cause. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2WugIgl

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The discussion on tourists appeared on US-based online forum Reddit after this question was posed: 'What’s something that only tourists do in your city?' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/30Wpxio

Jonathan and Megan Axworthy, from Buckinghamshire and Ohio respectively, went about purchasing and renovating an old mobility bus into a livable space for £20,000. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2XaHirQ

Exclusive: Tour from northwest England to the 'hermit kingdom' is proving so popular that the organisers are laying on an extra trip from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2KiCP2V

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Portugal is easily one of the most dramatically beautiful countries in Europe yet somewhat one of the most under-rated. Some of the best hikes in Portugal will easily rival any other options in other European countries yet for some reason, they just seem so much less known (or at the very least, less talked about) … Continue Reading from Hand Luggage Only http://bit.ly/2WanDMa

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This small, woodsy city is the perfect base for family fun, with enough hiking, fishing, biking, doughnut-eating and parental beer-sipping to keep everybody happy. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2EK7T7Q

When it comes to saloons, high-stakes card games and the inevitable shootouts, history is best experienced firsthand in this South Dakota town. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2KfnSyf

Delta Air Lines has now made reinstating status an official option for loyalty-program members who have major life events. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2IdN1qu

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Jerk Pork is a Jamaican speciality and the island's finest can be found at Boston in Portland Parish. Here's John Kirkaldy's guide to the exotic dish, which is Jamaica's culinary obsession. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2WuKL7I

Boeing CEO says he’d put family on 737 Max ‘without hesitation’ Boeing’s CEO on Wednesday said he is so confident with the company’s upgrades to its 737 Max planes that he’d be willing to put his own family on them. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2wCFLPT

Disneyland’s “Star Wars” expansion is the biggest in the park’s history, and a bet that Wookiees and Stormtroopers will draw visitors as well as princesses. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2XeZnVA

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For some they bring back memories of war camps, but, as Andrew Higgins finds out, for many they are a prized source of advanced medical treatments from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2QzlWCc

Zip line turns Eiffel Tower into thrill ride For a limited time, a zip line has been set up at the Eiffel Tower. The Perrier beverage company event marks the beginning of France’s Grand Slam tennis championship, the French Open. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/30RVnwF

*Bold claim but carry on and you’ll see what I mean… After a rather relaxing evening at Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, we got up nice and early (not too early though) to meet our guide from the day before, Derek. Derek had a different hike for us today and unlike Grotto Canyon, which we’d specifically … Continue Reading from Hand Luggage Only http://bit.ly/2YW9jEc

After a brilliant day in colourful Tubingen, we decided to head over to Esslingen for what was supposed to be one of the best Christmas markets in town. Esslingen is confusingly a city within the wider Stuttgart region (only ‘confusing’ because of the whole city within a city thing – in reality, it couldn’t be … Continue Reading from Hand Luggage Only http://bit.ly/2XdfenF

TSA reports that nearly $1 million was left in US airports in 2018 Now that’s a pretty penny! via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2WuAatq

JD Power ranks JetBlue, Southwest as best in 2019 Airline Satisfaction Study The 15th annual J.D. Power North America Airline Satisfaction Study has ranked JetBlue, Southwest and Alaska Airlines as best in overall satisfaction. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2QtCviC

Zip line set up at Eiffel Tower for thrill-seekers This is a view of France not many will have. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2wsBvCk

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He was an immersive journalist with an open heart, enormous curiosity and impeccable journalistic chops. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2wr2Vsb

Twice a year the U.S. government's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) carries out surprise hygiene reviews on cruise liners that regularly enter American ports. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2VUwcWA

Figures show that at the peak of sub-Saharan poaching more than ten per cent of Africa's elephants were being illegally killed. This dropped to four per cent in 2017. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2MecqFK

British Airways flight targeted by green laser upon descent into Dulles, FAA confirms The British Airways flight landed without incident. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2wtiVKc

This is the story of TRAXPLORERS (Travellers & Explorers) from India. A family of three keep exploring famous as well as unexplored (off the beat) places with a kid. We... Source from The Travel Blogs http://bit.ly/2W0UdLI

Travel correspondent Simon Calder is celebrating 25 years at The Independent this week. Over the past quarter of a century, almost everything about the way we go on a trip has changed – he has documented it all from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2YwnzTO

A key factor: the rising popularity of New York City as a tourist destination. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2W00A1M

Whether you're seeking peace or a party, here's our selection of the best hotels on the White Isle from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2JKlMXN

Florida airport janitor accused of stashing guns, ammunition in terminal The man's attorney alleges that his client simply “panicked” after realizing he had brought the guns with him to work in his luggage ahead of his May 21 flight out of the country. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2IbnI8u

As migration to the region and low unemployment create increased demand for housing, developers are rushing to meet it with additional supply. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2YXjxnt

Woman sues Disney World, claims she suffered severe injuries caused by attacking bird “If there’s a company that’s well-versed in safety, it should be Disney,” the woman's lawyer said. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2YSGY1p

Delta passenger suing over alleged attack by emotional-support dog: report A Delta Air Lines passenger who was allegedly attacked by a fellow passenger’s emotional support dog in 2017 is now suing the airline after dealing with injuries to his face and upper body, according to a report. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2VY70hG

As the city plays host to an historic all-British Champions League final, here's what to see and do away from the pitch from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Mcj67j

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William Hanson checks into the The Lowell hotel in New York City 'which sits, with ankles demurely crossed, between Madison and Park Avenue'. Find out why he gives it five stars... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2MgVEWP

'Canada does not tolerate the exploitation of threatened species for profit' from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2EE9uME

Hotel junkie Ianthe Butt rounds up the hottest new properties from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2K9Jr3q

Actor John Boyega posted a picture on his Instagram from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2WtKEZL

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The picture was posted to Instagram by Josh D'Amaro, the president of Disneyland Resort, with the caption: 'So proud to introduce you to the inhabitants of Batuu!' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2JJjIzp

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Luxury villa companies and travel advisers are now designing culturally immersive activities for their pint-size guests. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2Wc02L9

This week could be your chance to take “the best sunset picture of the year” in New York. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2I3GpLx

The 'Towelkini' might be summer's most unusual beachwear trend We get it, packing for a long day at the beach or the pool can be tough. After all, you need to remember to pack sunscreen, a bathing suit , snacks, sunglasses, and a towel. While we can’t really help you with your entire list, one new company is hoping to help you never forget your towel again. And their doing it by making the towel your entire outfit. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2KaYo5b

Airlines operating football specials warned to 'bring your own fuel' from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2I7uM61

MailOnline Travel's Sadie Whitelocks flew from London to Auckland return with Air New Zealand. She loved the seats, she loved the food, but find out why the service wasn't always top-notch... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2XcunFV

The Boeing 737 MAX might not returns to service until August after it was grounded globally in March following a crash in Ethiopia , an IATA official says.. from The West Australian http://bit.ly/2XkcDbT

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Louvre closed after employees strike amid overcrowding Thousands of tourists were left outside of the Louvre on Monday after workers went on strike to protest overcrowding at the world-famous art museum. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2EzbiGH

US passengers face summer travel woes Grounding of Boeing 737 Max jets could further complicate an extremely volatile travel season in the U.S.; Doug McKelway reports from Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2YU8Phw

TSA updates 'medical marijuana' regulations to reflect FDA-approved drug containing cannabidiol The Transportation Security Administration has updated the “What Can I Bring” section of its online regulations to reflect news of an FDA-approved epilepsy medication containing CBD oil. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2HX75xa

The Himalayan country’s growers are in the budding stages of a loose-leaf revolution. from NYT > Travel https://nyti.ms/2KaebBk

When a user on U.S-based internet forum Reddit posed the question 'travellers of Reddit, what was your worst flight experience and why?' there were plenty of responses... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/30OXD80

The airline, which competes for passengers with Europe's two budget giants, easyJet and Ryanair, is shrinking its fleet and network in an attempt to restore profitability from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Eya1zF

Major US airlines, smaller carriers agree to UN climate-mitigation plan Virtually every U.S.-based airline has voluntarily agreed to a United Nations plan to reduce carbon emissions in an effort to temper climate change worldwide. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2wlP8Dl

The anniversary of the D-Day landings is on 6 June from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2Xh2xsg

'It's left me incredibly anxious and nervous to fly again – and I won't be doing so with Ryanair' from The Independent - Travel https://ind.pn/2YS2P96

Traveler fined $15,000 for smuggling thousands of live leeches into Canadian airport The traveler, identified as Ippolit Bodounov from Niagara Falls, Ontario, had flown into Toronto Pearson International Airport from Russia in Oct. 2018, carrying the 4,788 leeches in his carry-on bag. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2I1mUDl

China Southern Airlines flight forced to make emergency landing due to hail-cracked windshield The plane was forced to touch down early after a hail storm shattered the plane’s windshield into smithereens. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2XbunWu

Footage of Queen Victoria visiting Dublin, Ireland in 1900 has been discovered by a British Film Institute curator after it lay unnoticed for decades in a New York museum archive. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2wuTnw9

Little Beach House, Barcelona, is the second-newest addition to the Soho House members' club empire. The relaxing spot is a good place for a health kick without spoiling all the holiday fun. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2KbrJML

Whistlestop on the Pier on the Bangor Pier in North Wales, which boasts stunning views of the Menai Strait, was named traditional restaurant of the year in the Welsh Food Awards 2019. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://dailym.ai/2VWeimn