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| Editor’s Note: Passport will be on vacation next week. The newsletter will return tan, rested and ready on June 6. |
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The Ultimate Guide to Experiencing Machu Picchu
“Machu Picchu isn’t just Peru’s most coveted destination,” writes Forbes Travel Guide editor Jennifer Kester, “it’s a portal to another time.” The 15th-century Inca citadel may be a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a modern wonder of the world, visited by more than 1.4 million people last year, but there are many ways to experience it. Here’s FTG’s ultimate guide to Machu Picchu. |
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Inside United’s New Polaris Studio Business Class
In recent months, Delta, American and British Airways have unveiled or announced upgrades to their premium cabins—and now it’s United’s turn. The airline’s new Polaris Studio suites, arriving in 2026, feature 25% more space than standard Polaris, sliding doors for added privacy, lie-flat seats and an ottoman for travel companions. The Studios will include a caviar amuse-bouche as well as Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé. And to complement the Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, United will now offer complimentary hoodie pajamas. |
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18 Undiscovered Beach Getaways
Now that the summer travel season is here, the dream of a peaceful beach escape can quickly devolve into the reality of battling over limited parking spots, securing the last beach umbrella and wrangling the best lunch reservations. For those seeking a summertime trip beyond the bustling tourist trails, Forbes Travel Guide’s editors recommend 18 undiscovered beach getaways, from Athens to Vietnam. But don’t wait on booking one—these destinations won’t stay a secret for long. |
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| “I want to come to this world to enjoy my life. I don’t want to die in my office. I want to die on the beaches.” | | — Jack Ma |
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Travel Wise
Would you be more inclined to gamble on a casino vacation if you knew it was lucky? This month, review and rankings site Casinos.com unveiled its list of the “luckiest” casinos in the United States based on how often visitors mentioned luck-related keywords—including “luck,” “lucky,” “won,” “winning” and “jackpot”—in Tripadvisor reviews. Curiously, the top three casinos are not in Las Vegas—Florida’s Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa was deemed the luckiest casino in America, with the Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York and the Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma rounding out the top three. |
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5 Unforgettable Dining Experiences
Culinary tourism remains a robust travel trend, but it’s not just viral restaurants or ultra-fine dining that foodies are seeking. Rather, it’s immersive, one-of-a-kind culinary adventures—whether having dinner underwater in the Maldives or with giraffes in Kenya. Here are five unforgettable dining experiences for 2025. |
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