Amsterdam, the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, is set to transform its beloved canal rides into a more sustainable experience. As of April 1st, a new law mandates that certain types of boats navigating the city’s picturesque canals must be emission-free. This significant change not only reflects the city’s commitment to environmental sustainability but also enhances the experience for both travelers and locals.

This year’s Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival kicked off with the usual star-studded lineup and fervent anticipation—but the first weekend brought a litany of headaches for festival goers. From traffic snarls reminiscent of the Fyre Festival debacle to sky-high food prices and even a rogue firework landing in the crowd, many attendees say Coachella 2025 has gotten off to a rocky start.

American Airlines has announced the launch of a new route to Puerto Escondido (PXM), marking its 30th destination in Mexico and further solidifying its position as the leading U.S. airline operating in the country. The new service from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will begin on December 3, 2025, and operate twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

As Santorini prepares for its high travel season, tourism stakeholders are working to counter the lingering effects of a string of small earthquakes that disrupted the island earlier this year. A series of minor tremors that began in late January prompted temporary evacuations and a brief state of emergency, though the seismic activity has since significantly eased, according to local authorities.

Adventure travel company andBeyond has announced plans to introduce a luxury river expedition yacht, Amazon Explorer, to the Peruvian Amazon in September 2026. The vessel, currently under construction at the SIMA shipyard in Iquitos, Peru, will operate itineraries ranging from three to seven nights, navigating from Iquitos to the biodiverse Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.