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Orlando International Airport Will Be The First To Require Facial Scanning For All Travelers

Orlando International Airport is set to have a facial recognition system in place by the end of 2018. This makes the airport the first one in the country to require a face scan upon entry and exit on international flights.

Norwegian Air Comes To Canadian Market With Three New Flight Routes

Norwegian Air, one of the biggest low-cost airlines, is set to add 3 new routes to Canada. With cheap nonstop flights between Montreal and two of the top Caribbean destinations, plus Dublin and Hamilton, people will surely go crazy.

TSA Tightens Rules For Those Carrying Powders In Flights

In an effort to raise the global aviation security baseline, TSA is set to implement stricter rules on powder-based items. Under the new guideline, travelers will only be allowed to carry powder which can fit into an average can.

These Three Shiba Inu Dogs Are Now The Latest Tourist Craze In Japan

Dog lovers visiting Japan should get ready for an adorable sight. In a residential street in Shimabara, three dogs have been skyrocketed to celebrity status after photos of them sticking their heads out in a small opening trended online.

Heads Up, Vacationers: Amazon Alexa Is Now Your Butler At Marriott Hotels

Get ready to have a personal electronic butler when checking in Marriott hotels. Amazon has partnered up with Marriott International to feature its ‘Alexa for Hospitality’ voice technology starting this summer.

Hawaiian Airlines And Japan Airlines Are Joining Forces To Make Traveling Easier

Three months after their announcement, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines have submitted an application for antitrust immunity to push for a joint venture. If approved, the partnership is set to launch on the second quarter of next year.

Archeologists Discover 2,000-Year-Old City In Albania Once Thought To Be Just A Pile Of Rocks

Polish archeologists unearthed important artifacts from what is believed to be the forgotten kingdom of Illyria in Albania. What was thought as just a rocky hill was home to ancient structures that date as far back as 4th century.

Restaurant In China Goes Bankrupt 2 Weeks After All-You-Can-Eat Promo

A hotpot restaurant in China closed after offering a month-long all-you-can-eat buffet for a ridiculously low amount. The restaurant was flocked by over 500 customers every day with lines that go around the street corner.

Don’t Take ‘Volcano Selfies’ In Hawaii Unless You Want To Get Arrested

Authorities in Hawaii have taken measures over a large number of people risking their lives to take selfies at Kīlauea’s flowing lava river. The police already set up guards and roadblocks on the area.

Death Cafe In Bangkok: Lie Down Inside A Coffin And Get Discounts

People fascinated about death should not miss to visit the Death Awareness Café in Thailand. The themed café has unique items in their menu including drinks named as 'painful' and 'death' which will surely make its customers think about mortality.

New York City Subways, Buses To Replace MetroCard With Contactless Payments In 2019

Prepare to throw out your MetroCard soon, as MTA announces a 21st-century system that is at par with other world-class cities. The new fare scheme will enable commuters to pay through their bank card and mobile wallet.

Iceland Now The World’s Most Expensive Travel Destination: Here Are Some Money Saving Tips If You’re Headed There

Although it has been named as the world’s most expensive travel destination, there’s no stopping tourists from visiting Iceland. Check out these budget-friendly tips to help you go around the expensive country without breaking your bank.

Artist Creates Colorful ‘Forest’ In Mexico Using Recycled Plastic

While sending an important message on saving the environment, Danish Artist Thomas Dambo honors garbage collectors in his ‘Future Forest.’ In this imaginative sight, people will be welcomed by colorful trees, flowers, and animals made from plastic waste.

Cleveland Hidden Gems: Visit The City’s Lesser-Known Spots

From great food hubs, breathtaking views, and wonderful museums and galleries, Cleveland has it all. Check out these underrated spots in the former manufacturing capital of the country that are guaranteed to make you come back for more.

The Honesty Coffee Shop In The Philippines Is No Place For Crooks

Tourists traveling to Batanes, Philippines can see more than its picturesque landscape. They can also test their moral compass in its Honesty Café, where there is no staff and CCTV, and brings life to ‘honesty is the best policy.’