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How to Avoid Missing Your Cruise (and What to Do if You Do)
On a Virgin cruise through the Mediterranean, one of our port stops was Rome. Naturally, hundreds of passengers, myself included, planned day trips to the Eternal City. Then the trains stopped without warning, and suddenly, hundreds of cruisers were stranded.
That time, the ship waited.
Back onboard, the stories poured in from cruisers, paying outrageous prices for taxis, scrambling for rides, others stuck on trains with no way off, convinced the ship would leave without them.
The panic is real. Miss your departure, and your vacation can unravel fast. The stress hits immediately, and it becomes the opposite of what you signed up for.
Here’s what to do if you miss your cruise, and how to make sure it doesn’t happen in the first place.
-Kelsey Wilking, newsletter editor
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A Road Trip to Northern Washington Rivals Holland’s Famous Blooms
If a trip to the Netherlands is not in the cards, Washington offers a compelling alternative. Each spring, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival transforms the region into a sea of color that rivals Europe’s most famous fields.
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MARCH EDITION
Where to travel: Dominica
Where to stay: The best last-minute hotel deals in Las Vegas right now
What we’re loving: This 10-stop guide along Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway
What to do: Enter for a chance to win a Key West getaway
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Opens Tomorrow: Airbnb Offers an Overnight Stay at Mexico City Stadium
Photo: Leo Manzo
Airbnb is offering a rare chance to sleep inside Mexico City’s main stadium before the 2026 World Cup, with pitch-side views and opening match tickets. Booking opens March 23 at 11 AM CST. The stay is free with meals included.
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25 Unforgettable Places to Visit in 2026
New here? Hi 👋 Here’s a great place to start. Matador Network’s 25 Unforgettable Places to Visit in 2026 highlights where to go next and why now is the time.
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These Airbnbs Near the Eiffel Tower Offer Incredible Views of the Entire City
Photos: Airbnb
We found the most stylish Airbnbs near the city’s most iconic landmark, perfect for a more atmospheric stay.
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Saskatchewan Has Some of the Best Stargazing Anywhere
Photo: Benjamin Hutton Photography/Tourism Saskatchewan
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TOURISM SASKATCHEWAN
Saskatchewan’s wide-open skies create near-perfect conditions for stargazing. On clear nights, the stars take over. Nothing in nature is guaranteed, but with the right timing and flexibility, the experience can be extraordinary.
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The Matador Editorial Team