Railbookers has announced the return of its "Around the World by Luxury Train" itinerary for 2025, offering an extraordinary 59-day journey across 12 countries. The reduced-length trip, which departs on September 3, follows the success of its 2024 debut, which spanned 80 days and traversed four continents, visiting over 20 cities in 13 countries.
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Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan to Introduce New Milestone Perks in 2025
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Alaska Airlines is set to enhance its Mileage Plan program in 2025 by introducing milestone perks for members who reach specific thresholds between elite status levels. These perks, which include bonus miles, free meals, WiFi, lounge access, and even the ability to roll over Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs), will offer added rewards for members beyond standard elite status achievements.
Delta Set to Open Premium Delta One Lounge at LAX on October 11
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Delta Airlines will unveil its second Delta One premium lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on October 11. This new addition, following the first lounge at New York's JFK Airport, will offer exclusive amenities for premium travelers.
Passport Processing Times Reduced to Four to Six Weeks, State Department Confirms
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The U.S. State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs has announced a reduction in passport processing times, now ranging from four to six weeks, down from the previous six to eight weeks. This new timeline applies to passport applications submitted both online and by mail.
According to the bureau, processing times have consistently been under the earlier six-to-eight-week target for several months. The updated four-to-six-week timeframe starts once the application is received by the State Department, though it does not include mailing time.
Discarded Cheetos Bag Causes Environmental Disturbance at Carlsbad Caverns National Park
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A recent incident at New Mexico’s Carlsbad Caverns National Park has underscored the potential damage small acts of littering can cause to sensitive environments. The National Park Service (NPS) highlighted an episode where a discarded bag of Cheetos puff chips was left inside the Big Room, the park’s largest cave chamber. The cave, known for its stunning underground geological formations, stretches over 1.25 miles.