The 5 vacation destinations that will be more expensive to visit in 2026 because of tourist taxes

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Phang Nga Bay in Thailand
Thailand is one of the countries with an expected tourist tax increase in 2026.

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A British Airways flight to nowhere had to circle 6 times before landing when its wheels got stuck

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Airbus A320 British Airways aircraft identification code G-TTSD.
A British Airways Airbus A320.

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A New York to Scotland flight got all the way across the Atlantic before an air traffic control problem forced a diversion to Ireland

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A Delta Air Lines Boeing 767 plane bound for New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport
A Delta Air Lines Boeing 767.

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I'm an American living in Edinburgh. Here are 6 of my favorite underrated places to explore.

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The skyline of Edinburgh.
As an American living in Edinburgh, I think there are a variety of underrated places to explore.

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I went to Scotland for the first time. There are 6 items I'm glad I packed and 4 I wish I had brought.

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Amanda sitting on a step, looking up at the camera, and smiling.
My rain boots were one of my favorite things I brought on my Scotland trip.

Amanda Shammas

I visited 13 major European cities in 6 months. Here are 2 I can't wait to visit again and 2 I probably won't return to.

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Emily and her husband take a selfie in Amsterdam, with a canal and buildings behind them.
My husband and I spent six months moving around Europe.

Emily Pogue

I've eaten my way through over 20 countries in Europe. These are the 5 cities I can't stop thinking about.

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Split Image: The skyline of Florence and the author's truffle pasta and wine at Osteria Pastella in Florence.
As a frequent traveler, I think Florence is one of the best cities in Europe for foodies.

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As a local, I've visited many of Scotland's castles. There's one tourists can probably skip — and 4 they shouldn't miss.

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The writer standing in front of Urquhart Castle in Scotland.
I think Urquhart Castle is one of Scotland's must-visit attractions.

Lorna Wallace

Dazzling photos show royal castles and palaces decorated for Christmas

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Royal staff members decorated a Christmas tree in Windsor Castle.
Royal staff members decorated a Christmas tree in Windsor Castle.

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It happened again: Delta passengers endured a 5-hour flight to nowhere, ending up back at JFK

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Boeing 767-332(ER), from Delta Air Lines company, landing at Barcelona airport, in Barcelona on 10th January 2023
The flight to nowhere involved a Delta Boeing 767 (not pictured.)

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