Travel News You Can Use – August 29, 2018

Last Updated on January 13, 2023

 

4 Places Where The U.S. Dollar Is Really Strong Right Now

For many travelers, some parts of the world are just prohibitively expensive; for Americans, that included most of Europe. But over the past year the euro has weakened significantly in relation to the dollar, and it is cheaper than ever. But Europe’s not the only place where the dollar will get you far….  Huffington Post

The Top 10 Tour Operators

Every year for Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards survey, asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated tour operators on their staff and guides, itineraries and destinations, activities, accommodations, food, and overall value…  Travel + Leisure

The Cheapest Michelin-Starred Restaurants In the World

Do you have to be wealthy to enjoy a Michelin-starred meal? Not so, says Traveloka. The travel booking platform combed through the official Michelin website for each country that the Michelin guide rates restaurants in. They found out where diners can get the cheapest and best meals…  USA Today

The Science Behind the World’s Longest Flights

Airlines and scientists are studying the effects of spending 20 hours or more in an arid cabin at high altitude. They’re beginning to change everything from food service to cabin lighting and temperature to combat dehydration, jet lag and the sedentary effects of being belted into a seat for a day binge-watching movies…  Wall Street Journal (subscription req’d)

Airport Meals That Are, Yes, Healthy

Is it really possible to find healthy food at an airport? When it comes to airports in the United States, at least, the answer is yes, increasingly so. In recent years, airports around the country have amped up their availability of healthy snacks, meals and drinks to cater travelers who want to follow a balanced diet when they are away from home…  The New York Times