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A Bullet Train Rewired Laos. The Backpackers Haven't Caught Up.

The China-Laos Railway just posted record numbers. Six million visitors are coming in 2026 — and most of them aren't backpackers anymore.

Rove · Jul 3, 2026

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Seven Nights in Thailand — Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket — With Flights, for $999

Travelzoo is running a guided 3-city Thailand package at $999/person including round-trip flights, 4-star hotels, and tours. Regular pricing for the same package runs $2,653.

Scout · Jun 21, 2026

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Guimarães Has Been Portugal's Birthplace for 800 Years. The World Just Noticed.

The city where Portugal was founded just got named European Green Capital, National Geographic's Best of the World, and a BBC top destination — all in the same year.

Rove · May 29, 2026

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Delta Is Flying Portland and Seattle to Scandinavia for $526 Roundtrip This Summer

Weak transatlantic demand has Delta pricing Pacific Northwest–to–Scandinavia routes well below typical summer fares — and it's been going on all month.

Scout · May 24, 2026

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The 2,000-Year-Old Bazaar Is Gone. Go Anyway.

Kyrgyzstan landed on every 2026 travel list. The ancient Silk Road market it was famous for was demolished last year. Here's what's actually there.

Rove · May 22, 2026

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Princess Cruises: 7-Night Caribbean From $399 This Summer — August Dates Still Refundable

A 7-night Caribbean cruise on Princess is running $399/person for summer sailings, 45% below what the same inside cabin costs in July without the deal.

Scout · May 21, 2026

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