News You Can Use – March 3, 2020

Last Updated on January 31, 2024

Worst Cruise Ships in the World

News You Can Use…Carrying thousands of passengers on ships five times bigger than the Titanic, cruise lines are cranking up the bells and whistles–from Broadway shows to celebrity-inspired menus–cruises can be amazing. With more than 300 cruise ships, however, not all of them can be winners…. Far & Wide

Tips On How To Stay Healthy On Planes

News You Can Use…Wash your hands often, for at least 20 seconds. The CDC says it is the single most important infection control measure, and it lists it first among the guidelines for preventing the spread of disease on commercial aircraft. Plane travel, however, demands a bit more diligence…. Chicago Sun-Times

The Scientific Reason You Love to Travel

News You Can Use…Itching to hit the road? There may now be a scientific explanation for that desire. Studies over the years have proven a link between an excess of dopamine in the brain and a tendency to engage in impulsive and dangerous behaviors. This surplus dopamine has also been associated…. Travel + Leisure

Best, Worst US Airports When Running Late For Your Flight

News You Can Use…Running late for your flight is never fun. However, your shot at making your departure could very well depend on your airport. Here are the 45 busiest airports in the U.S., looking at a dozen factors—including TSA wait times, number of departing passengers, number of gates…. Travel Pulse

On Europe’s Slow Trains, Rewards Are Right Outside Your Window

News You Can Use…The day before our vacation in France, I asked my three children what they were most looking forward to. Was it the swimming, the sunshine, the beach or – and I would have put my house on this – eating ice cream every day? “The sleeper train,” said the oldest. His brother quickly concurred…. Newsday