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Eugenia Lazaris

Destinations / Middle East
Apr 16, 2024

Introduce the Family to Saudi Culture at the AlUla Camel Cup

Visiting Saudi Arabia means introducing the family to a country rich in culture and history, giving the kids experiences they won’t get anywhere else in the world. I spent several years living as an expat in this desert kingdom, and the experiences I had were not only completely unique but also helped shape my perspective on the world today.

United Continues Its Global Expansion

United Airlines keeps soaring to new heights, recently announcing another expansion of its leading global route network. The airline added new non-stop flights between Newark (EWR) and Marrakesh (RAK), Morocco; Tokyo (NRT) and Cebu (CEB), Philippines; and Houston (IAH) and Medellin (MDE), Colombia. That’s not all: United also plans to increase flights to popular worldwide destinations including Hong Kong (HKG); Seoul (INC), South Korea; and Porto (OPO), Portugal. Following the recent agreement to increase flights between the U.S. and Chinese governments, the airline now adds four weekly flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (PVG).

Destinations / Caribbean
Apr 12, 2024

Vacation Like James Bond in Jamaica

James Bond has entertained movie-goers for decades, earning legions of fans of all ages. For the next month, family travelers can book a stay at a Sandals or Beaches resort that lets you pay homage to the world’s favorite spy with a new deal, the Love and Let Fly package.

Destinations / North America
Apr 10, 2024

Discover Washington, D.C., with Passport DC

The District of Columbia is a great place to teach kids about politics and American history, but this coming May it will also be a great place to teach them about different cultures. Passport DC, an annual event taking place all month long, is designed to let visitors and locals, especially family travelers, learn about the many cultures represented in the nation’s capital.

Interior Upgrades Begin Rolling Out Across United Fleet

United Airlines is in the midst of a major initiative to modernize its fleet over the next several years. After first announcing the plan in 2021, planes fitted with United’s signature interior are finally beginning to appear across the airline’s narrowbody fleet of Boeing and Airbus planes. United flyers are sure to notice these enhancements from the moment they step on board: Each new or updated plane sports remodeled seats, seatback entertainment screens for everyone, Bluetooth connectivity and more, all adding up to a better experience on every journey.

Destinations / North America
Apr 8, 2024

Celebrate 100 Years of Virginia’s Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival

Spring is here and with it comes Mother Nature at her finest. With flowers and trees blooming with new life, there are plenty of festivals to mark the season, but this year marks a special anniversary for one particular festival in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley.