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New and Hot in Travel for 2026

It’s a new year, and we love the excitement that comes with a brand-new calendar and a fresh start! Thinking about the goals and plans for the year ahead is an important task at Encompass the World, and there truly is so much to look forward to in the coming months. (And we know many of you are already looking forward to a trip we have booked together!) As you start penciling in family activities and commitments throughout the year, you should start thinking about your vacation plans. Where do you want to go in 2026? Here’s a look at what will be…
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USA Towns That Will Get You in the Christmas Spirit

Festive season is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for a little real-life Hallmark magic throughout the holidays, look no further than these cozy Christmas towns around the United States. Leavenworth, Washington Nestled in the Cascade Mountains, Leavenworth might be in the United States, but its Bavarian architecture style transports you directly to Germany. (The nearby stretch of the Cascades is called The Enchantments and even feel like The Alps!) The city decorates with more than half a million lights that remain in place through February, providing a colorful glow long past the holidays. A wide variety of…
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Best Places Around the World to Drink Coffee

As the second most consumed beverage worldwide, coffee culture permeates even the furthest reaches of the globe, with each country (and sometimes the cities within them) offering its own take on the coffee experience. But when it comes to the best places to drink coffee around the world, it’s not just about the beans. The lifestyle, an endearing old-world charm, or a modern vibrancy all contribute to memorable coffee drinking when traveling abroad. Here are a few countries that take their coffee seriously. Vietnam You’ll find people gathered around Vietnamese cafes at all hours of the day, perhaps sipping the…
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Which Season Should You Travel In?

Just because the summer is winding down doesn’t mean our wanderlust has to! For those of us that enjoyed staycations, camps and sports, or parties and barbecues with family and friends at home this summer, we are beyond ready to hit the road (or sea, or sky!) The good news is that traveling isn’t just for summer – each season of the year offers reasons to get out and explore. But which season is right for your dream vacation? LOOKING FOR NATURAL BEAUTY, FULL FLAVORS, AND NO SUNBURNS? A gentle breeze, the color of the leaves, and the warm flavors…
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The Best Places in the World to See Flowers

April showers bring May flowers! Prepare to be dazzled by these breathtaking displays of flora around the world: The Lupine Fields of Iceland – From late June through early August, Alaskan Lupine flowers bloom, creating endless fields of stunning blue flowers, particularly along the country’s south coast. How to see: Book an excursion, horseback riding trip, or photo tour. You can also simply explore the south coast via rental car or with a driver. Giverny, France – From his longtime home in Giverny, Claude Monet painted numerous oil canvasses featuring the water lilies growing in the pond on his property. How to…
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