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Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Unde să călătorești în 2026: Top 10 destinații surprinzătoare de vizitat în acest an
By Alina Neagu — January 1, 2026
CNN Travel’s list spotlights destinations with timely reasons to visit in 2026, from Spain’s Aragon for the August 12 total solar eclipse to Brussels’ new Kanal Centre Pompidou opening in November. Other highlights include Dominica’s forthcoming sperm whale reserve, Chile’s remote fjords making more luxury cruise itineraries, and Arusha’s upcoming Jane Goodall Center. Adventurers will also note Algeria’s expanding access and Timor-Leste’s coral triangle diving as emerging draws.
North Korea promotes beach resort as 2026’s hottest tourist destination
By Frances Martel — January 1, 2026
Pyongyang is heavily promoting the Wonsan Kalma Tourist Area, signaling a push to attract foreign visitors and hard currency alongside events like the April 6 Pyongyang International Marathon. Analysts say the focus on Wonsan reflects a strategy to fund the regime amid ongoing human rights concerns and tight controls. Travelers should be aware of ethical and safety considerations as well as ongoing restrictions for certain nationalities.
Hotel hopping is about to get more complicated in Disney World
By Lauren Writtenberry — January 1, 2026
Disney’s Skyliner will be closed for routine maintenance January 25–31, 2026, with buses substituting on affected routes. Expect slower transfers and plan extra time if you rely on the Skyliner for resort-to-resort dining or merchandise hops. If gondola access is your top priority, consider alternative hotels for that week or route hotel hopping via Disney Springs.
Snow squall warnings issued across parts of the U.S. and Ontario as sudden winter hazards emerge
By Advaita Suresh — January 1, 2026
Rapid-onset snow squalls brought brief whiteouts, 35 mph gusts, and treacherous roads across parts of Pennsylvania, New York, and central Ontario. Authorities advise delaying travel during warnings, as conditions can deteriorate to near-zero visibility within minutes. Expect continued hazards in Ontario’s snowbelt with severe wind chills and locally heavy accumulations.
Satellite Internet vs 5G: Rural broadband comparison for faster, reliable wireless connectivity
By Glanze Patrick — January 1, 2026
For rural connectivity, 5G fixed wireless generally offers lower latency and more affordable, often unlimited plans—ideal for video calls and remote work—where coverage exists. Satellite provides near-universal reach but can suffer from higher latency, weather impacts, and data caps, making it a fallback for the most remote areas. The bottom line: choose 5G when available; rely on satellite when towers don’t reach.
