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Travel Daily Podcast — January 19, 2026
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
The Starlink Mini totally saved my 6-hour family road trip
By Brian Westover | January 18, 2026 | Source
Testing the Starlink Mini as an in-vehicle satellite internet solution, a family road trip through Yellowstone stayed connected at highway speeds and under tree cover—turning dead zones into streaming-and-work zones. Magnetic rooftop mounts and independent power (12V and tool batteries) made setup flexible, and speeds hit an eye-popping 308 Mbps down at Old Faithful. Key takeaways: choose tool-free mounts, plan for power when the car is off, and secure the easily removable dish.
Republic Day long weekend: 5 national parks for big cat sightings
By TOI Lifestyle Desk | January 18, 2026 | Source
Planning a wild escape in India? January conditions make Ranthambore, Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Kaziranga, and Gir excellent for spotting Bengal tigers and Asiatic lions, with landscapes ranging from sal forests to Assam’s wetlands. Compact parks and organized safaris boost chances, while cooler weather improves visibility and comfort.
Why is Frontier Airlines not selling flights after mid-April 2026?
By Anthony Losanno | January 18, 2026 | Source
Frontier has closed bookings beyond April 13, 2026, citing a network-wide schedule review amid leadership changes and recent losses. The unusual blackout risks pushing early summer travelers to competitors but may spare costly rebookings as the airline recalibrates its network. An updated schedule is promised “shortly,” keeping industry watchers guessing how deep the changes will go.
London is officially the best food destination in the world in 2026 – here’s why
By India Lawrence | January 18, 2026 | Source
TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards crowned London the top global food city for 2026, celebrated for neighborhood gems and world cuisines. Beating Dubai and Rome, the capital’s breadth is exemplified by Time Out’s current No. 1, Miga in Hackney, known for nuanced Korean plates like yukhwe and soy-braised short ribs. It’s a big nod to London’s depth, diversity, and everyday deliciousness.
A guide to the world’s most epic winter travel experiences
By Mia Taylor/TravelPulse | January 18, 2026 | Source
From gourmet snowshoeing and mindful winter hikes at Six Senses Crans-Montana to heli-skiing with The Lodge at Blue Sky in Utah, this roundup spotlights high-adrenaline adventures with luxe touches. Alaska’s Alyeska Resort adds backcountry access to the Chugach plus Nordic spa recovery—showing winter getaways can be both thrilling and deeply restorative.
Could there ever be a worldwide internet outage?
By Abby Wilson | January 18, 2026 | Source
Experts say a total global internet blackout is highly unlikely thanks to decentralized design, packet routing, and built-in redundancy that localize failures. While solar storms or government shutdowns can disrupt regions, recovery plans and the network’s growth-driven resilience limit spread and duration. Still, with critical services increasingly online, even short outages remain consequential.
Review: Smart mug keeps your hot drinks warm for as long as you need
By Bronwyn Thompson | January 18, 2026 | Source
New Atlas gives a thumbs-up to Feppo’s heated mug, a lightweight, titanium-coated ceramic cup with a powered coaster and a 2,600 mAh battery that maintains drink temps up to 150°F. It shines for keeping warm beverages hot during long work sessions, though it’s meant to maintain, not boil, and works best below scalding temps. At around $75.99, it’s a small upgrade that fixes a big everyday annoyance.
