One Friday night last year, Akylah Cox and her boyfriend took a red-eye flight from Pennsylvania to Dublin for a whirlwind trip. The trip lasted less than 30 hours. They hit an impressive number of spots: the Guinness Storehouse, the The Book of Kells experience of Trinity College, Ha’penny Bridge, Capel Street for getting rich … Read more
Photographer and university student Megan Tucker has created a browser-based photography forecast, LightCast Suite, to help other photographers decide whether it’s worth getting out with their camera equipment. Like many photographers, Tucker loves to get out and shoot. However, it can be tricky to find out when the conditions will be good enough to pack … Read more
Travel trends in 2026 include immersive and experiential travel as well as mindfulness, wellness, exotic travel and a focus on authenticity, nature and cultural interaction. Add one more to the mix – skill set. Skillcation is a combination of skill + vacation. While traditional vacations tend to focus on relaxing or sightseeing, the skill sets … Read more
The regional marketing organization New York City Tourism + Conventions has released its 2025 Annual Report on tourism in New York City. Data shows that tourist numbers and spending are up compared to 2024, proving the city’s resilience in a tough market. In 2025, the US tourism industry went through difficult times. Industry participants have … Read more
Sign up for Slatest to get critical analysis, criticism and advice delivered to your inbox every day. If you’ve ever used the internet to plan a trip, chances are you’ve taken advice on what to see and do from someone who’s never been to your destination. In fact, your guide probably has no specific knowledge … Read more