Foreign trips to the US keep falling as Trump enacts travel restrictions and tariffs
Travel to the US Declines in July In July, travel to the United States dropped by 3.1%. This follows a trend of monthly decreases linked to the Trump administration’s strict travel restrictions and ongoing intense trade negotiations. Recent reductions have been notable, hitting 14.7%, 13.8%, and 12.7% due to sharp declines from travelers in Germany, […]
My Collection of Cards for Recent International Trips
My Card Hidden Places for My Latest International Travel Recently, I flew about 40,000 miles in July for work, which is quite a lot. I’ve got several credit cards in my wallet (you might have seen my July update), and I thought I’d share the ones that have been my go-tos on these travels. As […]
House Democrats used over $7,000 in campaign funds for El Salvador trips for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, even though some stated they covered the costs personally.
House Democrats Spend on El Salvador Trip In the spring, House Democrats spent over $7,000 on a trip to El Salvador. This journey included Representatives Robert Garcia from California, Maxwell Frost from Florida, Yassamin Ansari from Arizona, and Maxine Dexter from Oregon, who arrived in San Salvador on April 21. They aimed to pressure the […]
Top road trips from New York City to Canada
Ah, Canada! It’s stunning, and, well, it’s also pretty convenient for a quick getaway. Just hop in your car, set your GPS, and you’re off on an international adventure. But wait, where to? Caroline Trelfer from Lonely Planet has some stylish suggestions for destinations that might just be the perfect alternative to our usual summer […]
5 podcasts for enjoyable family road trips this summer
Family Road Trip Adventures Summer signals the start of family road trips, and the scenic routes await. As you pack snacks and fuel up, you can almost feel the tension rising with the first argument in the backseat about personal space. To keep things calm, you might think about handing over devices for a bit […]
Ex-President Joe Biden ‘speaking softly in the quiet car,’ requesting ice cream during Amtrak trips to his DC office
Oh, come on, really? That’s not accurate. Former President Joe Biden typically takes Amtrak to his government office in D.C. most weeks. While there’s not much to talk about regarding his current work, it appears he’s a bit out of practice when it comes to train etiquette. “He was speaking in the quiet car!” one […]
Bill Clinton trips before NYC book event, raising worries: ‘Similar to Joe Biden’
Former President Bill Clinton raised eyebrows on social media after he was seen struggling ahead of a book event in New York City on Wednesday. The 78-year-old Clinton had to grasp a pole to steady himself as he moved onto the sidewalk outside the 92NY Cultural Center. A video shared on X captured the moment. […]
Leader of Queens public defender organization took $60,000 for expensive apartment, trips, and dining.
Legal Aid Founder Accused of Embezzlement The founder of the recently disbanded Queen’s Defender Legal Aid Group is under fire for allegedly stealing over $60,000 from her organization. Lori Zeno, along with her partner Rashad Ruhani, reportedly misused funds for lavish expenses, including a penthouse, a $2,000 meal, and even a getaway to Bali. Both […]
Zhoran Mamdani spreads antisemitic remarks and wrongly asserts that taxpayers pay for New York politicians’ trips to Israel.
Zohran Mamdani, a candidate for mayor with a democratic socialist platform, has faced accusations of promoting anti-Semitic sentiments. This stems from a claim he made that taxpayers were covering expenses for New York State Senators’ trips to Israel, which has been deemed misleading. Jewish advocacy groups are expressing concerns that his statements target Jewish political […]
Relax, take a break for a picnic, and enjoy nature: your favorite boat trips in the UK and Europe
Roughly speaking, Norfolk is perfect for sailing In Norfolk, specifically at Hunter’s Yard in Ludham, you can find a selection of 1930s cabin yachts and dayboats. They’re well-kept and quite manageable, making for a serene getaway. I used to join organized sailing trips as a teenager during the spring and summer, before eventually taking the […]