Weekly News Roundup Vol. 4

Grab your weekend beverage of choice for some interesting travel news + reads across the internet this week.

• Everyone is talking about the Barbie movie! Here's a fun roundup of all the Barbie-pink vacation spots to live our your fantasy.

• Major news for Marriott loyalists who also love Vegas -- MGM Resorts and Marriott are forming a loyalty partnership. I can't wait to stay at the Cosmopolitan or Aria!

• There's been a lot of buzz about Disney being "slow," but there's more to it.

• If you're getting a US passport for the first time, you soon can apply in person!

• Speaking of passports, the most powerful passport in the world is no longer Japan.

• Thinking about a last minute holiday trip to Orlando? Walt Disney World has several promotions right now that I can help with.

• Many news outlets are discussing the new travel requirements + the travel authorization US citizens will need to travel to Europe starting in 2024.

• The heatwave across the world has been dominating the news -- would you still visit Death Valley right now?!.

• In more Disney news, EPCOT will be hosting some fun 100th Anniversary celebrations throughout this fall and winter.

• Some cruise lines are offering some great deals for 2024/25 travel -- including Princess Cruises.

• Speaking of cruises, new to the blog: I discuss when to go on your Alaska cruise.

• Thinking about your holiday or early 2024 travel plans? Let me help!