Swiss brands from Omega to Bulgari are expanding their travel retail offerings to match the resurgence in tourism.
Category: Travel and Vacations
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6 Spots for a Late Summer Trip: Not Too Hot, Not Too Crowded
Let others fight the lines and the heat while you relax on a secluded beach or bike a trail through the mountains.
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This Safari Plans to Stalk Wild Swiss Watches
GMT magazine has organized a fall itinerary with visits to several high-end brands and exhibitions.
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Passengers Loved Southwest Airlines’ Open Boarding. Now What?
On Thursday, the airline announced it would eliminate a boarding process that allowed passengers to choose their seats. Many Southwest fans were not happy — and expressed worry that more changes might be coming.
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6 Kid-Friendly Attractions in Japan
The birthplace of anime, manga and, of course, Pokémon, has child-friendly attractions at every turn. Here, six spots your children will thank you for visiting.
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6 Kid-Friendly Attractions in Japan
The birthplace of anime, manga and, of course, Pokémon, has child-friendly attractions at every turn. Here, six spots your children will thank you for visiting.
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What to Do, Eat and See in Paris
Heading to France’s capital for the Olympics, or after the crowds have thinned? A travel editor picks some recent Paris stories to help plan your trip.
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The Ultimate Italy Experience: Making Pasta with Nonnas
In a small town near Rome, real nonnas teach the dying art of making farfalle, ravioli and other forms with a rolling pin, some flour and eggs.
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Beefed-Up Olympics Security Thins Out Tourists, Squeezing Merchants
French businesses had hoped the Games would bring an economic boom, but metal fences and police checkpoints have turned some areas of Paris into dead zones.
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Travelers Delayed or Stuck by the CrowdStrike Outage: What Did Your Airline Provide?
The flight disruptions brought on by the global I.T. failure were deemed within the control of the airlines, meaning airlines have to reimburse passengers for meals, transportation and hotels. Did your carrier living up to the requirement?
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How to Get Compensated If You Were Caught in the CrowdStrike Outage
Air travelers paying for last-minute lodging and other expenses are entitled to be reimbursed if their flight was impacted by an event in the airline’s control, like the CrowdStrike failure. Here’s how to get your money back.
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Finally, a Way Around Exorbitant Rental Car Surcharges for Tolls
Temporary toll passes, now free for those who rent cars at the Orlando airport in Florida, allow drivers to avoid charges for toll payment devices. Could this be a model for other destinations?