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For better or worse, you’ll be hard-pressed to go just about anywhere on today’s cruise ships without your smartphone in hand. Major cruise lines have embraced the cellphone as a necessary travel accessory, and they’ve built out the app technology to go with it. Nearly all major cruise lines feature their own apps with basic…

Sometimes, a seven-night cruise just isn’t long enough. If you need more than a week at sea, consider booking a back-to-back cruise. It can be an efficient strategy to get more vacation for less money. You can turn a weeklong getaway into one lasting two or three weeks (or more). Simply research the itineraries offered…

Japanese school uniforms are more than just outfits, they’re a symbol of tradition, discipline, and identity. From the military-inspired gakuran for boys to the sailor-style fuku for girls, these uniforms have evolved while keeping their cultural roots intact. Beyond the classroom, they’ve influenced fashion, anime, and global pop culture, making them instantly recognizable worldwide. But…

When Hyatt opened Hotel La Compania in one of Panama City’s oldest neighborhoods a few years back, the “living museum,” as the hotel touted itself, received rave reviews. A charming blend of history and heritage with all the conveniences and perks of a contemporary lifestyle hotel, La Compania Hotels & Resorts, alongside Hyatt, built something…

For better or worse, you’ll be hard-pressed to go just about anywhere on today’s cruise ships without your smartphone in hand. Major cruise lines have embraced the cellphone as a necessary travel accessory, and they’ve built out the app technology to go with it. Nearly all major cruise lines feature their own apps with basic…

Sometimes, a seven-night cruise just isn’t long enough. If you need more than a week at sea, consider booking a back-to-back cruise. It can be an efficient strategy to get more vacation for less money. You can turn a weeklong getaway into one lasting two or three weeks (or more). Simply research the itineraries offered…

Japanese school uniforms are more than just outfits, they’re a symbol of tradition, discipline, and identity. From the military-inspired gakuran for boys to the sailor-style fuku for girls, these uniforms have evolved while keeping their cultural roots intact. Beyond the classroom, they’ve influenced fashion, anime, and global pop culture, making them instantly recognizable worldwide. But…

When Hyatt opened Hotel La Compania in one of Panama City’s oldest neighborhoods a few years back, the “living museum,” as the hotel touted itself, received rave reviews. A charming blend of history and heritage with all the conveniences and perks of a contemporary lifestyle hotel, La Compania Hotels & Resorts, alongside Hyatt, built something…

For this week only, United Airlines is discounting flights across its network with deals for United Chase cardholders and MileagePlus members. Flights are available to 25 destinations — including Hawaii, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and Mexico — starting at 12,000 miles one-way for cardholders. Deal basics UNITED.COM Airline: United.Routes: 25 destinations across the United network.How…