The 15 most beautiful secret beaches in Europe

The problem with lots of the world’s most beautiful beaches is not that the sand is not fine-grained enough or the water is not the correct shade of turquoise – it’s that they are just too crowded. For those in search of more privacy, European Best Destinations recently released its list of the very best beaches in Europe that locals prefer to keep secret. The latest rating includes six beaches in Greece, 4 in Spain and three in Portugal (including one which was once named Europe’s most beautiful beach). Pasjaca Beach in Croatia was named Europe’s best secret beach for 2024.

Why cruise prices will soon grow to be more “honest”

On July 1, the world’s largest cruise lines – Carnival, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean – began disclosing taxes, port fees and other mandatory charges on all cruises, no matter where they depart. This is a sea change for the cruise industry. Transparent pricing – which discloses all so-called “junk fees” – will soon grow to be the norm across the industry. While total prices will remain the identical, cruise enthusiasts can now see the complete cost of a visit before booking.

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In Japan’s first “Blue Zones” resort

Thanks to a mix of plant-based diets and the Japanese philosophy of ikagi (which loosely translates to a goal-oriented lifestyle), Okinawa has long been considered home to one among the world’s highest concentrations of centenarians. This fall, Halekulani Okinawa will partner with longevity and wellness research company Blue Zones to host Japan’s first Blue Zones Retreat. Over the course of the six-night, seven-day package, guests will take part in a wide range of Blue Zones workshops, from cooking classes to mindfulness exercises.

Travel suggestions

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First Delta One Lounge opens at New York’s JFK Airport

Delta’s Sky Club has received a serious upgrade at New York’s JFK airport with the opening of the primary Delta One Lounge. The 40,000-square-foot lounge is split into several elegantly designed areas and contains a spa and dining room designed to encourage passengers to get to the airport early. The glamorous bar is inspired by Radio City Music Hall and there is even a terrace with a retractable roof. And starting this fall, passengers using the Delta One Lounge will have the opportunity to undergo their very own security checkpoint.