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True Travellers Society Podcast – Show Notes
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
7 U.S. locations to experience fall and winter like a Hallmark movie
Read the full story at Mental Floss
By: Alexandria Ingham | Published: Not provided
This roundup highlights seven U.S. destinations that deliver cozy, small-town holiday magic—think Victorian inns in Chester, VT; gas-lit streets in Nevada City, CA; and alpine vibes in Vail, CO and Leavenworth, WA. Each spot offers quintessential seasonal scenes, from outdoor skating and markets to millions of lights and storybook storefronts. It’s a ready-made checklist for travelers chasing festive backdrops and low-stress, high-charm getaways.
Slippery, small and unsafe
Read the full story at The Star
By: Rebecca Chong | Published: November 10, 2025
In Sandakan, Sabah, hundreds of islanders—including schoolchildren—are forced to use a narrow, slippery makeshift platform as a jetty, creating daily safety hazards. Residents report injuries and dangerous conditions with no railings, shelter, or proper stairs, especially during rain and strong winds. They’re urging authorities to build a wider, permanent jetty with non-slip stairs, lighting, and a sheltered waiting area to ensure safe, reliable access to the mainland.
MMRDA plans 70-km underground tunnel road network across Mumbai
Read the full story at The Economic Times
By: Kailash Babar, ET Bureau | Published: November 9, 2025
Mumbai is moving ahead with a 70-km Integrated Tunnel Road Network to serve as a third mobility layer beneath the city, linking the Coastal Road, BKC, and the airport. Planned in three phases, the subterranean expressway aims to slash travel times and decongest arterial routes, with a DPR assessing technical, environmental, and economic feasibility now underway. Leaders say integration with metro, coastal corridors, and the bullet train will bring the “Mumbai in Minutes” vision closer to reality.
Proposed rules for air ticket cancellations are welcome
Read the full story at BusinessLine
By: Author not listed | Published: November 9, 2025
India’s DGCA has proposed passenger-friendly refund rules, including a 48-hour no-penalty look-in window—more generous than the 24-hour standard common in the US and Europe—and clearer disclosure of refund amounts and policies. The draft also sets timelines for processing refunds and places responsibility on airlines to ensure agents pay customers back promptly. One caveat: the cap on cancellation fees at basic fare plus fuel surcharge may still be high, risking steep penalties for travelers.
