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☆ A mom who's been traveling with her kids for 19 years says these are the top hidden-gem destinations for families
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-12 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Swap out a trip to Hawaii for the French Polynesian island of Mo'orea. The Better Beyond"Hawaii gets so much hype, and I think Hawaii's beautiful, don't get me wrong. For example, two years ago, Cannon's family flew to Tahiti and took a ferry to the French Polynesian island of Mo'orea. "It has, to me, similar things that Hawaii has," Cannon said of Mo'orea. It's just an absolutely beautiful experience that is way less expensive than going to Hawaii these days."

Persons: Maui, Cannon, it's Organizations: Bora Bora Locations: Hawaii, Mo'orea, Moorea, Tahiti, Polynesia, Bora

☆ I took my first cruise on one of the largest ships of its kind. Booking the wrong room was my biggest regret.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-11 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

It was back in April 2022 when I booked a room on one of the largest cruise ships in the world, Royal Caribbean's 18-deck Wonder of the Seas. Higher decks in the middle of the ship feel calmer and more stable, they said. Some cruise ship cabins can be rockier than others, like those situated at the front of the shipThe author's room was at the front of the ship. Joey Hadden/Business InsiderCruise passengers prone to motion sickness should book a room in the middle of the ship to feel the least amount of rocking. I wish I'd researched how the location of a cabin can affect the amount of motion you feel while the ship is moving before booking my cruise.

Persons: —, Joey Hadden, I'd Organizations: Service, Business

☆ We sailed in an interior cabin on Carnival and an ocean-view room on Royal Caribbean. We'd only book one again.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-09 | by ( Monica Humphries | Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Joey's Royal Caribbean cabin cost about $700 more than the Carnival cruise. Inside the Royal Caribbean (L) and Carnival (R) rooms. Meanwhile, Monica sailed in the Carnival Vista's cheapest room option: an entry-level interior stateroom. An interior room on a typical Royal Caribbean ship could be between $25 and $40 cheaper per day than an ocean view room, according to Royal Caribbean Blog. As a result, Joey's cruise cost double what it would have been per person had she been traveling with a buddy.

Persons: Joey Hadden, Monica Humphries, Monica, Joey, Monica's stateroom Organizations: Joey's, Royal, Royal Caribbean Locations: Joey's Royal, Caribbean, Royal Caribbean

☆ I spent 60 hours on overnight Amtrak trips. I wish I had known 9 things before taking long-haul journeys.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-29 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I regret not knowing a few things ahead of my long-haul, overnight Amtrak rides in 2021. I took trips from NYC to Miami and back that were 30 hours each but time seemed to pass more slowly. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementIn October of 2021, I booked a round-trip ride between New York City and Miami on Amtrak's overnight sleeper train. In total, I spent 60 hours on the rails.

Persons: — Organizations: Amtrak, Service, Business Locations: NYC, Miami, New York City

☆ I'm a New Yorker who went to Canada for the first time. Here are 9 things that impressed me so much, I'm already planning a trip back.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-27 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I went to Canada for the first time in 2022 and can't wait to return someday. Over seven days, I traveled to Niagara Falls, Toronto, Montréal, and Québec City, mostly by train. I want to return to Québec and Niagara Falls, and take more Canadian trains to other provinces. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementImmense waterfalls, scenic train rides, and cities that feel like Europe — I experienced them all during my first trip to Canada.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Québec Locations: Canada, Niagara Falls , Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, Québec, Niagara Falls, Europe, New York City, Canada's, Ontario

☆ The best and worst airports to have an early morning flight, according to a travel expert who flies 200,000 miles a year
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-23 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Travel expert Gilbert Ott advises booking early flights to avoid delays. The best airports for early flights are well-located and have hotels and good food. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementNo one wants to wake up before the sun comes up to get to the airport, but taking the first flight out has its perks, says Gilbert Ott, a travel expert who flies roughly 200,000 miles a year. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ I went to Venice for the first time. I loved it, but I won't go back due to the massive crowds.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-23 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Tourists flock to Venice, Italy, for its canals and historic architecture, causing overtourism. I visited Venice in 2022 and saw how mass tourism negatively impacts residents, so I won't return. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. AdvertisementThe reasons tourists travel to Venice, Italy, are obvious.

Persons: —, haven't Organizations: overtourism, Service, Business Locations: Venice, Italy

☆ I stayed at one of the best hotels in Arizona, complete with 5 pools and a luxury golf course. Take a look inside my $500-a-night room.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-14 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

A view of the pool complex from the author's balcony. Joey Hadden/Business InsiderA pair of sliding glass doors at the back of the room led to my private, furnished balcony. From there, I could see the resort's pool complex, made up of five pools. The Phoenician has even more activities I couldn't see from my terrace, like a sports complex, a cactus garden, and award-winning restaurants. After one night at the Phoenician, I thought I could have stayed for at least a week without getting bored.

Persons: Joey Hadden Locations: Scottsdale

☆ I went to Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. It wasn't for me, but I can see why cruise-goers love it.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-12 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Royal Caribbean has a private island in the Bahamas called Perfect Day at CocoCay. The island gives cruise guests a combination of thrilling activities and relaxing beaches. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementPerfect Day at CocoCay is Royal Caribbean's 125-acre private island in the Bahamas. I went to CocoCay during my first cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas in May 2022.

Persons: —, overwater cabanas Organizations: Royal, Service Locations: Royal Caribbean, Bahamas, CocoCay

☆ A mom who's been traveling with her kids for 19 years opts for cheap, unique accommodations over all-inclusive resorts
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-11 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The family has stayed in a tree house, a train car, and a lighthouse for less than $200 a night. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementTara Cannon and her husband Rand have traveled with their two kids for 19 years — since they were babies. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Tara Cannon's, —, Tara Cannon, Rand, Cannon, doesn't Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Vancouver, Canada

☆ I stopped at a Mediterranean port where few cruise ships dock. The hidden gem wowed me without the crowds.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-08 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The mountain range is home to some of the most coveted marble in the world, and it's dotted with marble quarries. Joey Hadden/Business InsiderFor my port stop in Marina di Carrara, I booked an excursion with Carrara Marble Tour to see the mountain range lined with marble quarries up close. During the tour, I learned that Carrara is among the most coveted marble in the world, and the guide explained exactly why. So it's easier to work with, but it's too fragile. The mountain range also has preservation methods in place limiting the amount of marble that can be taken from it, he added.

Persons: Joey Hadden Organizations: Marina di, Marble Locations: Greece, China, Turkey

☆ The top hidden-gem destinations to visit alone, according to a full-time solo traveler who's been to 43 countries
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-04 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Zaragoza, for example, is a great destination for a two to three-day trip or as part of a larger train trip through Spain, Sturzaker said. "It has a bell tower that you can go up for really nice views of the city as a whole." In Zaragoza, Sturzaker also explored Roman ruins, from a theater to public baths. Sturzaker recommended walking along the river or taking a tram to the Guggenheim Museum if you're a fan of modern art. "Don't miss the viewpoint and Funicular de Artxanda for wonderful views of the city from above," she added.

Persons: Claire Sturzaker, Sturzaker, Spain Organizations: Bilbao, Zaragoza, Guggenheim Locations: Spain, Barcelona, Zaragoza, Bilbao, Spanish, Basque, Pilar, Plaza Nueva

☆ The tourist tax in Venice didn't deter enough travelers. Now, the hot spot is limiting tour groups.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-01 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Venice's tax pilot program to combat overtourism didn't deter enough travelers. The tax raised $2.2 million over two months as tourists continued to pour in. Venice recently set a 25-person cap on tourist groups and banned loudspeakers for tours. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . That's why, in April, Venice introduced a tourist tax pilot program.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, selfies, Business Locations: Venice

☆ I've spent 160 hours traveling by train. It's the best mode of transportation for 4 simple reasons.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

After spending 160 hours on the rails, I think trains are the best mode of transportation. Traveling by train is also one of the most sustainable ways to get around the world. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementMore than 24 million travelers have taken an Amtrak train since October 2023, The Wall Street Journal reported in July. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: I've, — Organizations: Service, Amtrak, Street, That's, Business Locations: North America, Europe

☆ I traveled in first and business class on trains across Europe. There was just a $3 difference, but the cheaper one was better.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I rode a Trenitalia Frecciarossa train from Venice to Rome in business class in October 2022. A few days later, I rode a Trenitalia EuroCity train from Milan to Zürich in first class. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementIn October 2022, I traveled around Italy and Switzerland by train and tried business and first-class cars in hopes of having luxurious, comfortable travel experiences. A few days later, I rode in first class on a 3.5-hour train from Milan to Zürich, which is about 135 miles.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Venice, Rome, Milan, Zürich, Italy, Switzerland

☆ I spent one night at a celebrity-loved hotel in Arizona. My $730 room felt like a house.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

As soon as I entered the property, I knew I was about to have a unique experience. The lobby building at the Hermosa Inn. Joey Hadden/Business InsiderAs I approached Hermosa Inn, I spotted sprawling estates lining Paradise Valley. According to the company's website, the Hermosa Inn was built in 1936 as a cowboy's home and art studio. It comprises small adobe structures with turquoise trimmings that look traditionally Southwestern.

Persons: Joey Hadden Locations: Hermosa, Paradise, Southwestern

There are a number of clever items you could add to your carry-on to make your journey smoother. Business Insider's reporters' carry-on essentials could make all the difference on your next flight. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . But there are ways to navigate these travel hurdles and challenges, especially if you bring a carry-on that's efficiently packed. To help, Business Insider's travel reporters are sharing their carry-on essentials to make your next trip to the airport the best one yet.

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☆ A solo backpacker who has been to 40 countries says 3 things help her travel for free
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Claire Sturzaker, a solo backpacker, has been to 40 countries, and she often travels for free. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementClaire Sturzaker took her first solo backpacking trip for free. "When I went on these backpacking trips, I really couldn't afford it," Sturzaker, a self-proclaimed nomad, told Business Insider of her early travels. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Claire Sturzaker, —, she's Organizations: Service, Business

☆ I'm a New Yorker who visited Miami for the first time. The neighborhoods, social scene, and affordability surprised me most.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I'm a New Yorker who traveled to Miami for the first time in October 2021. Many things were surprising, namely that Miami seemed less expensive and more social than New York. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. I was surprised by the many key similarities and differences between Miami and NYC, where I've lived for five years now.

Persons: —, I'm, I'd, I've Organizations: New Yorker, Service, Magic Locations: New, Miami, New York, Magic City

☆ Forget Spain. These under-the-radar countries actually want you to visit.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Timor-Leste is one of the least-visited countries in the world. Timor-Leste gained independence from Indonesia in 2002 and became the first new country of the 2000s, according to the official Timor-Leste tourism and travel guide. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that the nation has been developing its tourism sector to boost its economy since then. BI's Marielle Descalsota recently traveled to Timor-Leste. Although she found limited tourism information online, Descalsota reported seeing some of Asia's most scenic views on the island's mountainous coastline with ocean waters clearer than those in the Maldives during the trip.

Persons: BI's Marielle Descalsota, Descalsota Organizations: Leste, Sydney Morning Herald Locations: Timor, Fatucama, South, Asia, Indonesia, Maldives

☆ Disappointing photos show what it was really like to visit the Colosseum in Rome
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I visited the historic and iconic Colosseum in Rome for the first time in October 2022. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementWhen I visited the Colosseum in Rome for the first time, I wanted to experience stunning views that would transport me to the past. When I booked my trip, I started looking up Colosseum posts on Instagram and found several photos of people touring — seemingly alone — around the gigantic historic structure. To me, these photos looked quiet and peaceful, and I wanted to have a similar experience.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Rome, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland

☆ I've spent 6 weeks of my life on Guam and am convinced it's the most underrated tourist destination in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The island of Guam is a US territory in the Pacific seeking more US tourists. I've spent six weeks in Guam, visiting my CHamoru family and exploring the island. Its unique attractions, marine preserves, and rich culture make Guam a hidden gem destination. AdvertisementThroughout my life, I've probably spent more time in Guam than any other destination in the world. The primary reason I've spent a total of six weeks on the Pacific island is that I have more family there than anywhere else on Earth.

Persons: I've, —, who'd Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Guam, Oceania

☆ 7 creative ways hot destinations are combating overtourism, from obstructing views to etiquette violation fines
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-19 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementToo many tourists visit the world's hottest destinations, from Italy to Amsterdam and Barcelona. Travel sustainability experts previously told Business Insider that overtourism negatively impacts destinations. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Italy, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Europe

☆ I booked an Airbnb in a Swiss village to save money while backpacking Europe for 2 weeks. It ended up being my favorite destination.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-19 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

I selected this Airbnb rather than booking accommodations in the city to save some money. AdvertisementHomes in Roggwil, Switzerland. For $200 a night, I slept in a wine barrel that was converted into a tiny home on a garden property steps away from the train station. The author's Airbnb in Roggwil, Switzerland. AdvertisementA sunlit field in Roggwil, Switzerland.

Persons: —, Roggwil, Joey Hadden, we'll, I'd Organizations: Service, Business, Google Locations: Europe, Roggwil, Switzerland, Zurich, Zürich, New York City

☆ I spent 60 hours on Amtrak trains with a carry-on bag and a backpack. Here are 7 things I regret not packing and 9 items I'm glad I brought.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-17 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I traveled from New York to Miami and back in Amtrak sleeper cars. For 60 hours of train travel, I brought a carry-on duffel bag and my camera backpack. I was glad I brought some odor-eliminating spray, but I regret forgetting flip-flops for the shower. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementFor a weeklong trip to Florida in 2021, I traveled round-trip from New York to Miami on Amtrak trains.

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