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Prince Harry and Meghan are moving back to Britain within days and enrolling their children in British schools, signaling England could become their main home rather than just a base for the couple. They won’t resume royal duties and will live as private citizens, a reversal that surprised many after years in California and has sparked speculation about family dynamics, finances, and media dynamics.
Disney’s experiences segment (parks, cruises, resorts) posted nearly $10 billion in Q3 revenue, a 10% year-over-year gain and a quarterly record, with operating income above $3 billion. Domestic attendance rose and guest spending increased, aided by promotions and refreshed attractions, while two new ships boosted cruise capacity and resorts revenue. Despite a 6% drop in international travel to the U.S., Disney says it is outperforming competitors in parks and maintains momentum through marketing and promotions.
The State Department says it will expand the commemorative Patriot Passport program to 250,000 copies bearing President Trump’s image due to overwhelming demand, moving beyond the previously planned limited release; the passport includes the text of the Declaration of Independence and its signing, with applications reportedly requiring in-person attendance at special events.
Canadian visits to the United States fell about 25% in 2025 (29.1 million trips, down from 39 million in 2024) as Trump’s tariff policies and the idea of Canada becoming the '51st state' dampened travel sentiment; Canadian travel spending in the U.S. dropped roughly $2.3 billion while spending overseas rose about $2.5 billion, yet the U.S. remained the top foreign destination and Asia/Europe trips grew while domestic U.S. travel offset some declines.
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia — one of the world’s largest intact freshwater ecosystems — was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, marking a first for Georgia and joining a list that includes Yosemite and the Taj Mahal. The designation highlights its ecological and cultural significance but does not prevent ongoing mining battles near the refuge. It could boost tourism and local jobs, though some residents worry about increased visitors and potential new restrictions.
Boost vacation happiness by stacking anticipation, choosing closer getaways, pairing awe with light exercise, and avoiding long transit, oversized luggage, and constant phone use—often making a stay-at-home or nearby trip feel more satisfying and less stressful.
United Airlines is piloting a premium perk on a limited number of routes that leaves the middle seat unoccupied to give extra space for paying customers, part of airlines’ broader push to attract high-spending travelers with enhanced cabin experiences.
With World Cup ticket and travel costs mounting, international fans are cutting expenses by opting for cheap, greasy American fare—from pizza to cheesesteaks—while visiting cities for matches, turning fast food into a budget-friendly way to sample U.S. culture.
Thousands protested outside Albania’s prime minister in Tirana against Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner’s plan for a luxury resort on a pristine Adriatic coast, underscoring environmental and transparency concerns and the project’s ties to the Trump family, while the government defends it as a tourism boon.
The Washington Post Travel highlights 10 U.S. towns that evoke Europe with windmills, tulips, hefeweizen and multilingual signs, offering affordable, close-to-home European vibes as Europe travel becomes pricier and more logistically challenging.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited Front Royal, Virginia—a town of about 15,000—as one of the final stops of their state visit, drawing a crowd for an hour-long block-party style stop that included locals gifting a keepsake and dressing in Capri-blue outfits; the royals also met residents and posed for photos, in addition to their other U.S. stops at Arlington National Cemetery and Shenandoah National Park.
A Washington Post travel writer chooses Amtrak’s Cardinal over flights, enduring a 21-hour DC-to-Charleston journey to save money and enjoy national-park views, despite spotty Wi‑Fi and moments of restlessness, suggesting a hybrid rail-air travel approach can balance cost and experience.
Jet fuel supplies are lagging and could constrain airline schedules and raise travel costs, with Europe among regions facing weeks of limited fuel as energy markets tighten.
United Airlines updated its contract of carriage to allow removing passengers who fail to wear headphones while listening to audio or video content, strengthening an existing headphone policy and turning a courtesy into a potential boarding or on‑flight removal consequence.
Zagreb's Christmas market, known as Zagreb Advent, has become a major tourist attraction and a symbol of Croatia's efforts to promote year-round tourism, with the city aiming to compete with Europe's top markets by offering diverse, themed venues and attracting visitors from across Europe, contributing significantly to the local economy and tourism growth.