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As a spicy food lover, no spice is too strong for my palate. I donât mind the torture of sweat and a runny nose. I'm up for any challenge, and since the world's spiciest sandwich is making its way to NYC, I'm ready for it when I go next month.
Anyone who dares to face the heat has to book an appointment. If you donât hear from me after the first week of February, well⌠nice knowing y'all!
In todayâs edition:
9 travel experiences that are a mustÂ
Amtrakâs USA Rail Pass is on saleÂ
Las Vegas is banning what now?!
Cheers,
Kaylen
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| TOURISM
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9 Must-Have Travel Experiences, According to Luxury Advisors
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If your travel bucket list could use a little sprucing up and you want to lean on the experts of travel experiences, luxury travel company Virtuoso asked 20,000 of its travel advisors to share their top experiences for 2024, each of which is unique and enticing.
9 incredible travel experiences
🌌 Dark sky tourism: Marvel at the wonders of the night sky and indulge in stargazing and witnessing the Northern Lights in rural, light pollution-free locations like Norway, Iceland, or Canada.
🐆 Slow safaris: Enjoy a relaxed pace to explore the full array of African wildlife and landscapes beyond the "Big Five," engaging in activities like birdwatching and unique wildlife spotting.
🛁 Wellness experiences: Destinations like Bhutan or Thailand are known for promoting well-being and happiness. Travelers can consider secluded spots like the InterContinental Khao Yai Resort.
🇯🇵 The Seasons of Japan: The island nation is surging in popularity this year and regardless of when you visit, youâre in for a treat. Visit in the spring during cherry blossom season or opt for the winter to experience ski season and Mount Fuji's snowy summit.
🚢 Expedition cruises: Known as the âbreakout travel trendâ of the decade, expedition cruises provide adventurous exploration of places like Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands on much smaller vessels with expert guidance.
🚂 Paris to Istanbul by train: A luxurious journey aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express offers an annual trip departing in August, with a recommendation to attend the Olympic Games in Paris.
Check out the three other must-have experiences here and consider adding at least one to your 2024 adventures and beyond. I know for myself, Iâm hitting them all up!
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| TRANSPORTATION
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Take A Cross-Country Journey with Amtrak's Flash Sale
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Amtrak wants to assist explorers on cross-country journeys by offering a $50 discount on the USA Rail Pass, allowing travelers to take ten different rides over 30 days. Tickets are on sale until January 25 and the pass costs $449.
🎫 What are the details of the pass?
The pass allows activation within 120 days of purchase, with no blackout dates. Travelers using the pass can reserve coach seats but are ineligible for upgrades to business class or private rooms. Applicable on all trains except the Acela train, Auto Train, Canadian stations on the Maple Leaf train, or Thruway Bus Series 7000-7999, the pass offers flexibility for various routes.
Amtrak also offers two other multi-ride options: one for regular commuters and a $159 California Rail Pass, allowing flexibility to hop on and off California trains within a seven-day period over 21 days. The pass launch aligns with the Winter Park Express's return for the ski season, connecting Denver and Coloradoâs Winter Park Resort.
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| MONEY MOVES
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Experts Urge Americans To Transfer Their Balances In 2024
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Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster?Â
Yes, it sounds crazy. But itâs true.Â
The secret: Find a card with a â0% intro APR" period for balance transfers. Then, transfer your debt balance and pay it down as much as possible during the intro period. No interest means you could pay off the debt faster.Â
Check out the full list of cards you can use to do this here.
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| TOURISM
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Las Vegas Bans Stopping on Pedestrian BridgesÂ
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Oh, so now itâs illegal to stop and smell the roses? Las Vegas, known for its bright and distracting lights, has imposed a new law enforcing a âpedestrian flow zoneâ that prohibits people from stopping (taking photos or videos), lingering, or participating in any activity that results in another person coming to a stop on pedestrian bridges, as well as escalators and stairways.
Clark County officials have said the purpose of the law is to provide more public safety and prevent crime during major events, but representatives from the ACLU of Nevada and other organizations claim it is a âdangerous intrusion on civil liberties.â
While the pedestrian bridges make up only 6% of the sidewalk on the Strip, they account for 11% of calls for disorderly offenses. Between 2018 and 2022, disorderly offenses on the Strip increased by 23%. County officials insist this new ordinance was not targeted at street performers on the pedestrian bridges.
🚫 What are the consequences of breaking the law?Â
Signage will be put up in Pedestrian Flow Zones to notify the public of the law, and if broken, the ordinance could result in a fine of $1,000 or a potential six-month jail term.
The next time you find yourself in Las Vegas, especially if youâre going for the Super Bowl, just remember to keep it moving because the scent of freedom to move about how youâd like is not as fragrant as it used to be on the Strip!
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| TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
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Say goodbye to the days of old-fashioned, flat hotel pillows filled with cheap foam dumped into a sack. Pillow Cube understands that side sleepers need more support and don't want to resort to awkward folding and stacking. Thatâs why theyâve designed the ultimate travel companion: the Travel Cube. Expertly built to fill your âpillow holeâ, which is the space between your head, neck, and shoulder that is often left empty by regular pillows.
Discover better sleep and wake up feeling ready for any adventure with Pillow Cube.
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| DEAL OF THE DAY
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Calling all remote workers! We have a special deal just for you.Â
If youâre looking for new remote work digs, check out OUTSITE and get $50 off your first purchase. Whether youâre looking for a short-term or long-term stay, you can find co-working and co-living spaces all around the world that come with a built-in coworking community.Â
You can get $50 off with OUTSITE plus lifetime access to more than $5,000 in travel savings when you sign up for Perks. Click here to learn more.
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