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![Rafting has already begun on the Arkansas and is about to begin in northern Colorado. Rafting has already begun on the Arkansas and is about to begin in northern Colorado.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Rafting_season_is_here_and_the_Poudre_River_is_running_strong_already_1.jpg?w=132)
Rafting season is here. The whitewater forecast for Colorado looks good
Rafting has already begun on the Arkansas and is about to begin in northern Colorado.
![If your goal is avoiding airport crowds, don't plan on flying the Friday before July Fourth. If your goal is avoiding airport crowds, don't plan on flying the Friday before July Fourth.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/GettyImages-1374416424.jpg?w=132)
The best days to fly around the Fourth of July in 2024
If your goal is avoiding airport crowds, don't plan on flying the Friday before July...
![The Best Of Hartford 2024 Readers' Poll winners have been confirmed in everything from auto and entertainment to food and drink. The Best Of Hartford 2024 Readers' Poll winners have been confirmed in everything from auto and entertainment to food and drink.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6136932.jpg?w=69)
The results are in: See the Best of Hartford 2024 Readers’ Poll winners
The Best Of Hartford 2024 Readers' Poll winners have been confirmed in everything from auto...
![Hawaii may be famous for its crystalline waters, multi-hued beaches, lush rainforests and Polynesian vibe, but its cowboy culture is not to be missed. Hawaii may be famous for its crystalline waters, multi-hued beaches, lush rainforests and Polynesian vibe, but its cowboy culture is not to be missed.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_3875_EDITED.jpg?w=117)
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Skip the luau. Party like a cowboy in Hawaii’s paniolo country instead.
Hawaii may be famous for its crystalline waters, multi-hued beaches, lush rainforests and Polynesian vibe,...
![With the next total solar eclipse taking place on Aug. 12, 2026, in Europe, Princess Cruises is offering astrotourism lovers a chance to cruise and view it in northern Spain. With the next total solar eclipse taking place on Aug. 12, 2026, in Europe, Princess Cruises is offering astrotourism lovers a chance to cruise and view it in northern Spain.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/US-NEWS-HOW-PHOTOGRAPH-APRIL-8-2024-1-DA.jpg?w=132)
Princess Cruises offering Mediterranean voyage to view the 2026 total solar eclipse
With the next total solar eclipse taking place on Aug. 12, 2026, in Europe, Princess...
![Avelo Airlines began flights May 9 from New Haven. Avelo Airlines began flights May 9 from New Haven.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/migration/2022/10/19/KC64CQYYVRA25JBT63SQA5P7LQ-e1680728286787.jpg?w=140)
Avelo adds a new destination with $77 one-way fare. See which airport you can fly to.
Avelo Airlines began flights May 9 from New Haven.
![A new report by Pinterest identified the new summer travel trends that travelers — and especially younger Gen Z travelers — are seeking out more than ever before. A new report by Pinterest identified the new summer travel trends that travelers — and especially younger Gen Z travelers — are seeking out more than ever before.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/TRV-SUMMER-TRAVEL-TRENDS-MCT.jpg?w=140)
The year’s biggest summer travel trends, according to Pinterest
A new report by Pinterest identified the new summer travel trends that travelers — and...
![NEW YORK (AP) — A cruise ship sailed into a New York City port with a 44-foot (13-meter) dead whale across its bow, marine authorities said. The whale, identified as an endangered sei whale, was caught on the ship’s bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn on Saturday, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration […] NEW YORK (AP) — A cruise ship sailed into a New York City port with a 44-foot (13-meter) dead whale across its bow, marine authorities said. The whale, identified as an endangered sei whale, was caught on the ship’s bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn on Saturday, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration […]](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/migration/2021/09/17/YNEADLAFKNBKPIRMBZSJEKNB5Q.jpg?w=135)
Cruise ship sails into New York City port with 44-foot dead whale across its bow
NEW YORK (AP) — A cruise ship sailed into a New York City port with...
![Whether you are looking for relaxation or excitement, these are some of the best trips for moms and daughters. Whether you are looking for relaxation or excitement, these are some of the best trips for moms and daughters.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Looking-to-create-cherished-memories-and-spend-more-mother-daughter-time-Get-inspiration-for-the-perfect-mother-daughter-trip.-Photo-credit-Depositphotos.jpg?w=128)
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Make lifetime memories with these mother-daughter trip ideas
Whether you are looking for relaxation or excitement, these are some of the best trips...
![Adults taking trips with their parents is a growing trend. According to Meghan Hayes, an independent travel adviser, adult children traveling with their parents has grown to be nearly 25% of her business. Adults taking trips with their parents is a growing trend. According to Meghan Hayes, an independent travel adviser, adult children traveling with their parents has grown to be nearly 25% of her business.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/TRV-PARENTS-ADULT-CHILDREN-TRAVELING-DMT.jpg?w=140)
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Why adult children are finding benefits to traveling with their parents
Adults taking trips with their parents is a growing trend. According to Meghan Hayes, an...