Deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country and just over an hour’s drive from Austin, Fredericksburg proudly wears the crown as the Capital of cool stays, boasting an impressive collection of wildly imaginative accommodation that seamlessly fuse history, luxury, whimsy, and a generous splash of “wow.” Here, hospitality is reinvented through an eclectic array of lodging that blurs the lines between fantasy and sophistication. From giraffe-viewing suites at rescue and conservation champion, Longneck Manor, to enchanting hobbit homes, this region invites travellers to tap into their inner child and indulge in truly out-of-the-box experiences.

Some cities whisper their past. Istanbul shouts it from the rooftops, the domes, and the water. Nowhere is this more vivid than along the Bosphorus—the strait that quite literally divides continents and connects empires. It’s where East and West meet, where stories of power, culture, and tradition are carved into the skyline. But here’s the twist: you don’t need to walk for miles to see it all. Hop on a yacht, glide through the waters, and the history comes to you.

Contour Airlines is proud to announce the launch of new nonstop flights connecting Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Cyril E. King Airport (STT) in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, to Douglas–Charles Airport (DOM) in Dominica. These flights will be operated with Contour’s fleet of 30-seat regional jet aircraft, offering passengers extra legroom, complimentary snacks, and inflight service.

The Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau will kick off “Savor September,” a Daytona Beach area restaurant month designed for visitors and residents to explore the diverse dining options within the destination. “Savor September,” which begins Sept. 1 and continues through Sept. 30, will feature participating restaurants in the Daytona Beach area offering specially crafted menus. Options will feature two-or three-course meals at $20, $40 and $60 price points.

Timbuktu Travel, the next-generation travel company redefining the multi-destination booking experience, unveils a thoughtful evolution and bold new brand identity that reflects its mission to make travel extraordinary from beginning to end. With innovative technology, elevated design, and a global team of expert travel specialists, Timbuktu is reshaping the future of how complex trips are imagined, built, and booked.

Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has made history after sending its guests’ messages to infinity and beyond – becoming the first theme park to ever broadcast from space. A pioneering initiative saw the Lancashire theme park invite members of the public to submit video messages online, or record them at a ‘mission control booth’ on the park.