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Delta, Southwest get top marks for customer satisfaction in J.D. Power airline survey

Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines are the highest-ranking carriers in North America for passenger satisfaction in 2024.

2024-05-08T10:12:28Z

I always dreamed of working at Disney World. But after 3 months in the parks, I was ready to quit.

I always dreamed of working at Disney World, and in 2019, I was accepted into the Disney College Program. But after three months, I decided to quit.

2024-05-08T11:59:33Z

From Texas to the east End: How South by Southwest festival is coming to London in 2025

From Texas to the east End: How South by Southwest festival is coming to London in 2025 - The festival that has grown and grown in Austin plans to bring the biggest thinkers and innovators from Europe to Brick Lane

2024-05-08T13:03:14Z

Moment Boeing 767's nose scrapes along runway at Istanbul airport

CCTV captures shocking moment Boeing 767 crash lands on nose in Istanbul after gear failure. Sparks are seen flying and smoke billowing as the front end of the plane scrapes along the runway before being doused with firefighting foam.

2024-05-08T09:56:54Z

Why you should see the least-visited US national parks

Believe it or not, there are some extraordinary natural parks in the US that aren't Yellowstone or Yosemite. Don't let the guidebooks fool you. Just because a park doesn't bring in millions of tourists every year doesn't mean it isn't worth visiting. Some of the most spectacular national parks in the United States are completely off the beaten path. Check out this gallery to find out all the spectacular secrets hiding in the 10 most unpopular national parks in the United States.

2024-02-12T18:02:34Z

Critical aviation bill stalls as program is set to expire in two days

A bill extending the authority of the Federal Aviation Administration expires Friday and as of Wednesday afternoon lawmakers are still duking out the details.

2024-05-08T21:10:21Z

Airbnb Sees Growth Slowing Before Summer Travel Uptick

Airbnb Inc. provided lackluster guidance for a second consecutive quarter, indicating that growth in travel spending will slow further before the peak summer season kicks in. The shares were down about 7% in extended trading.

2024-05-08T21:10:52Z

Mysterious portal connecting New York to Dublin pops up in Manhattan

A portal connecting New York City and Dublin, Ireland opened today, letting people in both cities see each other 24/7 in real time. The portals will be open from May 8 through the fall.

2024-05-08T18:41:32Z

The most and least diverse cities in America

In recent years, diversity has become an even greater concern in the workplace, entertainment industry, and education system. As the United States continues to become a more diverse nation, discussions about tolerance and equality are of profound importance. Based on a WalletHub ranking, here are the top and bottom 15 US cities when it comes to diversity, starting with the most diverse.

2024-01-25T21:04:26Z

Return of Philippines-New Zealand direct flights pushed

MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos is eyeing the return of direct flights between the Philippines and New Zealand to increase tourism and trade flow between the two countries. Marcos brought up the idea during the presentation of credentials of newly designated New Zealand Ambassador Catherine Rosemary McIntosh at Malacañang on Tuesday. The Chief Executive is hopeful the two countries’ respective regulators and carriers could discuss the...

2024-05-08T16:35:20Z

Metal-Age Burial Jars Long Kept in US, Now Back in PH

This 52-piece collection is now on display at the National Museum.

2024-05-08T12:06:32Z

El Nido's Entalula, Romblon's Bon Bon among world's top 50 beaches in 2024

Two beaches in the Philippines have been recognized as the world's best beaches. Entalula Beach in El Nido, Palawan ranked fourth in this year's World's 50 Best Beaches ranking, while Bon Bon in Romblon placed in 45th place. The title of no. 1 best beach in the world goes to Trunk Bay in the US Virgin Islands, with Cala Mariolu in Italy following i...

2024-05-08T12:16:51Z

Many golfers like fast greens, but do they ruin good architecture?

Architect Brian Schneider, a longtime associate of Tom Doak and partner at Renaissance Golf Design, has renovated clubs like Hollywood Golf Club in New Jersey (ranked No. 170 on America’s 100 Greatest Courses), Tamarack Country Club in Connecticut, Llanerch Country Club in Pennsylvania and is the co-designer (with Blake Conant) of Old Barnwell in S...

2024-05-08T20:10:29Z

These are the top-rated airlines for customer satisfaction

J.D. Power released its 2024 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, which highlighted the airlines whose investments in staff training and overall travel experience paid off.

2024-05-08T17:59:18Z

Britain's first vegan hotel goes on the market for £1m

Saorsa 1875 is an 11-bedroom hotel in a detached Victorian villa in Pitlochry, Highland Perthshire. Owner Sandra Mclaren-Stewart confirmed the hotel will stay open until a buyer is found.

2024-05-08T20:10:03Z

16 Las Vegas Restaurant and Bar Closures to Know About — May 2024

A running list of restaurant and bar closures in Las Vegas and Henderson

2024-03-08T22:57:00Z

Impressive underground cities where people actually lived

Hidden entrances, ancient tunnels, and complex histories lurk beneath earth's surface, teeming with tales of a life that few people know much about. Many underground paths or malls claim to be cities, but check out this gallery to see the few real underground habitations where people have actually carried out their lives.

2024-01-31T16:34:08Z

London Eye made a permanent fixture on capital's skyline

London Eye made a permanent fixture on capital's skyline - Lambeth Council made the attraction permanent beyond the cut-off date of 2028

2024-05-08T14:34:49Z

Climeworks opens world's largest plant to extract CO2 from air in Iceland

By Susanna Twidale LONDON (Reuters) - Climeworks has opened the world’s largest operational direct air capture (DAC) plant to suck carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere, with its Mammoth plant in Iceland almost ten times larger than the current record holder. Worsening climate change and inadequate efforts to cut emissions have led U.N. scientists to estimate billions of tons of carbon must be

2024-05-08T15:10:04Z

Probe launched after Boeing cargo plane lands in Istanbul without front landing gear

By Huseyin Hayatsever and Bulent Usta ISTANBUL (Reuters) -A FedEx Airlines Boeing 767 cargo plane landed at Istanbul Airport on Wednesday without its front landing gear, a Turkish Transport Ministry official said, adding there were no casualties and authorities had launched an investigation. The aircraft, flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, informed the control tower in Istanbul that

2024-05-08T16:50:29Z

Global gateways: exploring countries with the easiest citizenship options

Does the allure of living abroad call to you? Have you thought more about leaving your home country and pursuing life elsewhere but find yourself stumped at how to accomplish this? While citizenship in other countries can be challenging in many ways, this guide will sort through the countries where it’s comparatively easier to get citizenship. From the different types of citizenship options to exactly where you can move and the respective general requirements for each, you’ll have the knowledge and power to choose which option works best with your goals and life circumstances. Start planning your new life today! Click through this gallery to explore where you might call home next.

2024-05-07T14:15:34Z

Sustainable travel destinations around the world

For many, sustainability has become a critical aspect when it comes to planning their holidays. But what does it really mean for a destination to be sustainable? From hiking in Costa Rica to bicycle rides around Germany, have a look at the following gallery for locations, both urban and rural, committed to protecting nature and showcasing a simpler way of being. Click on!

2024-02-07T11:07:41Z

Helston celebrates Flora Day in fine style

People from Helston who have moved away often travel home each year to celebrate Flora Day.

2024-05-08T13:00:47Z

Asylum seekers pay thousands to enter Ireland as they are 'much safer'

There were a total of 85 tents lined up between Mount Street Bridge and Huband Bridge yesterday afternoon - a figure that has doubled in less than a week.

2024-05-08T00:37:45Z

I quit my finance job and became an Airbnb host in Italy. I have no regrets about choosing happiness over money.

Anton Gover fell in love with Lake Garda when he visited and was tired of working in finance, so he quit and moved to Italy. He's much happier.

2024-05-08T09:14:11Z

California Gov Gavin Newsom roasted over video promoting state's ‘record’ tourism: ‘Smoke and mirrors’

Governor Gavin Newsom took to social media over the weekend to announce that California’s tourism is at “an all-time high," while on top of the Golden Gate Bridge.

2024-05-08T10:04:02Z

Masterpiece hidden in mine in WW2 returns to Wales

A masterpiece of 18th century Italian art will go on display at the National Library of Wales.

2024-05-08T22:01:16Z

Cordova plans to increase environmental fee for tourists

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Municipality of Cordova plans to increase the environmental fee for tourists who engage in water sports and recreational activities in the town. This was confirmed by Municipal Councilor Lemuel Pogoy, saying they are currently deliberating in the council on increasing the environmental fee from P10 to P25 per tourist/person. READ MORE: Tourists transfer to Cordova as Lapu-Lapu City imposes environmental fee...

2024-05-07T22:14:14Z

America's most illustrious state capitol buildings

The United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. But each of America's 50 states has its own unique state capitol, most of them historic landmarks in their own right. While most states use the term "capitol" for their seat of government, there are those that use "statehouse" or "State House." Either way, these buildings represent a defining architectural style and are singular in their beauty and prestige. Click through and visit America's most illustrious state capitol buildings.

2024-02-12T22:02:53Z

UST summit advances church heritage conservation

THE University of Santo Tomas (UST) is hosting the National Summit of Church Archives and Heritage Workers starting May 8, to May 11, 2024, at the Multi-Function Room, 8th Floor, Buenaventura García Paredes OP Building. The summit has invited diocesan and religious archivists, parish secretaries, diocesan chancellors, and religious congregation secretaries, those appointed and directly involved in archiving roles, to participate in an academic...

2024-05-08T16:20:23Z

Brontë museum to open its first visitor toilets

Brontë Parsonage Museum gains funds to build the first visitor toilets in its near 100-year history.

2024-05-08T14:45:53Z

Jets tickets 2024: Cheapest price after NFL schedule release for every New York home and away game

The Sporting News has everything to know to get the best and cheapest tickets for every New York Jets game, home and away, in 2024.

2024-05-08T11:59:52Z

One of Texas's Best Distilleries Just Dropped Its First Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon

This whiskey was made in Kentucky and bottled in Texas.

2024-05-08T21:34:11Z

Hotel no longer hosting asylum seekers

The Home Office said asylum seekers who were living at the hotel have all been relocated.

2024-05-08T13:16:01Z

The most architecturally interesting buildings in the world

Embark on a captivating journey discovering remarkable buildings that stand the test of time—from ancient wonders, to cutting-edge marvels. These structures not only transcend temporal boundaries, but also reshape our understanding of design, reflecting the ingenuity and creativity woven throughout human history. Ready? Click on to discover the most architecturally interesting buildings in the world.

2023-12-25T07:15:08Z

Dispute over airport naming rights reignited

A businessman says he wants a fee and an apology for the intellectual property rights to the name.

2024-05-08T14:30:46Z

Hidden gems of Eastern Europe

Eastern Europe beckons with hidden gems waiting to be discovered. For those seeking a unique adventure, this list unveils the region's best-kept secrets, promising a tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty that will redefine your travel experiences. Ready? Swipe through to unlock the glorious beauty that lies within Eastern Europe.

2023-12-22T07:10:34Z

Settings from beloved books you can actually visit

From the romantic streets of Paris that inspired Hemingway's 'A Moveable Feast' to the windswept Yorkshire Moors that set the stage for Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights,' you can uncover a captivating blend of visual beauty and literary depth at these real-life locations that inspired literary legends. These bustling cafes, picturesque towns, and natural wonders have influenced timeless tales, creating profound connections between place and narrative. Whether you're a book lover or a wanderlust-driven traveler, join us as we celebrate the mesmerizing interplay between literature and geography, igniting your passion to explore these literary landmarks firsthand. Click on to get started.

2023-12-28T10:05:00Z

E-gate outage lessons 'must be learnt'

The airport technology failure means the government has to "learn lessons", Lord Foster of Bath says.

2024-05-08T12:00:22Z

National Museum, Cebu archdiocese to discuss terms of return of Boljoon church panels

The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) is set to discuss with Cebu church officials the conditions that would be included in an agreement on the return of the panels of Boljoon church. "The Board of Trustees of the National Museum of the Philippines, in its regular meeting held today in Manila, approved a set of recommendations with the objective of returning the Panels to the pulpit of Boljoon church subject to certain terms which are...

2024-05-08T18:06:43Z

Hinoba-an, Negros Occidental teems with nature, history, adventure for a fun summer trip

If you like nature, history, art, and food, there's no other place to be but the coastal town of Hinoba-an in Negros Occidental this summer. Aileen Pedreso of GMA Regional TV One Western Visayas showed us why on "24 Oras," Wednesday, along with several Kapuso stars. Get up close with nature A four-hour drive from Bacolod City, Hinoba-an is known for its nature attractions, one of which is the Obong Cave. The cave is as huge as a gymnasium and is...

2024-05-08T15:11:03Z

Dog tips off Customs on P56-million shabu in balikbayan box

A sniffer dog tipped off members of the Bureau of Customs on a drug shipment worth pver P56 million inside a balikbayan box at the Manila International Container Port (MICP). According to Jun Veneracion's report on "24 Oras," the BOC said the package might have been a test shipment if the modus would succeed. After the x-ray inspection, the dog scratched a particular balikbayan box—an indication that there might be drugs inside. The contents of...

2024-05-08T17:05:48Z

London set to become 'Manhattan-on-Thames' with 600 more skyscrapers

Think tank New London Architecture has found 583 buildings with 20 or more floors 'queuing up in the pipeline' to be constructed in the capital's already crowded skyline.

2024-05-08T14:24:59Z

The Austrian Alpine spa town with a celebrity fan base

There’s a Mozartplatz in the small town of Bad Gastein, an hour or so’s drive from his birthplace, Salzburg. There’s a Mozart hotel, a Mozart bar and various other venues named for Austria’s greatest composer. This is curious, given that Mozart never visited. His mother, however, did. Having lost her first two children, her doctors advised her to t...

2024-05-08T14:01:17Z

Parisian Bric! Notre-Dame and Mona Lisa immortalised in LEGO form

LEGO fans can transport themselves to the heart of Parisian culture with new sets depicting Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Mona Lisa. These two global icons of Paris have been unveiled to celebrate the rich heritage and history of the French capital, which has an exciting and packed year ahead and will be available for pre-order on 7 May. Inspired by...

2024-05-08T17:11:18Z

9 best beach tents of 2024: You'll have it made in the shade on your summer holiday

Our shopping editors found the best beach tents for you, your baby and even your dog from Argos, Decathlon, Swished and more. Get instant beach shade with our picks: pop up & umbrella-style beach tent shelter with UV protection, too.

2024-05-08T12:14:01Z

Luxury Cruises Pour $1.5 Billion Into Private Islands, Beaches

For decades, cruise lines have profited off of their private paradises for passengers. Now, their Caribbean hosts are fighting for a bigger share of the windfall.

2024-05-08T11:55:02Z

18th century sculpture bought for £5 and lost for decades could land Scottish council millions

A historic sculpture bought for a mere £5 could net a Scottish community millions of pounds. The Highland Council is considering whether to sell a bust of John Gordon created in 1728 by renowned French artist Edmé Bouchardon. The artwork fell into obscurity after its 1930 acquisition for £5 by the Invergordon Town Council, only to be rediscovered i...

2024-05-08T17:11:18Z

Influential art movements of the 20th century

In the kaleidoscopic canvas of 20th-century art, each brushstroke told a story of rebellion, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of expression. Entire movements exploded into existence so that ideals could be brought to life in every possible way. A century of artistry saw the rise of abstract creation, performance, and the shattering of creative boundaries. Intrigued? Click through this gallery to see which art movements rose to prominence in the 20th century.

2024-05-08T13:04:11Z

Royal Caribbean’s Newest Ship 'Utopia of the Seas' Begins 5-Day Sea Trials with Over 900 Experts on Board — See Photos!

The new cruiser will be available for short getaways starting in July

2024-05-08T17:21:43Z