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The top 30 places in the US to retire in 2024

As the years pass and retirement becomes an imminent reality, it's important to evaluate where you'd like to call home during this next phase of life. Whether you envision a serene coastal town, a vibrant urban center, or a quaint countryside retreat, the United States offers lots of options to suit diverse tastes and lifestyles. This gallery explores the top 30 places to retire in the US, highlighting locations that promise not only affordability and safety but also rich cultural experiences. Curious about where you might spend your retirement? Click through to see the top spot.

Appeal after horse rider injured at Cornish beach

The Civil Aviation Authority launches an appeal after a horse rider is injured at a beach.

It’s August Again, So Some of Your Favorite Restaurants Are Closed For Summer Break

On the flip side, there are tons of restaurants participating in Coolinary dining deals

Minors traveling abroad alone or without parents need travel clearance

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reminded that children aged 17 years old and below must secure a travel clearance first if they are traveling abroad alone, or not accompanied by their parents. This is to ensure that they will be safe from child trafficking, abuse, and exploitation. “Yung mga nagbabalak po magbyahe at kumuha ng travel clearance, pumunta po kayo sa DSWD Field Offices natin kung saan po...

Go Under the Sea With José Andrés’s Newest Las Vegas Restaurant

Save room for the key lime sandcastle

Major airport and ATM cash machine holiday errors that could cost you dearly this summer

To help travellers, the Mirror has put together some of the major dos and don'ts when spending your hard-earned cash when you are abroad this summer

How to get the best out of your remote work environment

Remote work has taken the world by storm. Since the dreaded pandemic, new ways of work have had to be established, and some of them have required a rather large amount of adjusting. Working from home, while having many benefits, may also have many downsides if you're unprepared and don't know what to expect. This gallery takes you through some of the ways to make sure you get the most out of your remote work environment. Some of our tips seem obvious, but are easily forgotten. Regardless if it's a refresher or new tips that you need, our gallery has you covered. Simply click on!

How to bag a trip to the Maldives from £99 with the return of Wowcher’s Mystery Holidays

Wowcher's Mystery Holiday lucky-dip draws could land you a holiday to an exotic location such as Thailand, Dubai or even the Maldives for just £99. Here are all the details...

The h.wood Group Ushers In New Era of Entertainment on Sunset Strip With Debut of ‘Keys'

Sunset Boulevard has a new tenant on the strip, with the arrival of Keys, a new music and nightlife venue that aims to bring back the glory days of Hollywood glamor and entertainment. From hospitality firm, The h.wood Group, the 12,420-square-foot, multi-story venue opened this week at 9039 Sunset Blvd. the site of the original […]

This Caribbean island has black sand beaches, sulphur springs and a drive-in volcano

This dreamy Caribbean island is home to the world’s only drive-in volcano

Lakehall at Nena’s Sanctuary: A perpetual state of sunshine

Dark skies may linger over us in the aftermath of Carina, as they certainly did on the way to Lakehall, the events place of Nena’s Sanctuary at Sta. Elena Estates. But “events place” is too insufficient a term to describe such an inviting space in the middle of nature, which in any weather seems to exist in a perpetual state of sunshine. The drizzle never let up during Lakehall’s first anniversary banquet, yet the vast hall’s interiors were...

Summer sun in Finland? Åland isles aim to lure tourists to cooler climate

Jenny Björklund was out on an island in Finland’s Åland archipelago with a friend when they saw a boat approaching across the Baltic Sea. She assured her friend, who was visiting from Gothenburg in Sweden, that they would be left alone. “Don’t worry, they won’t come here because we are here. This is our island,” Björklund, a co-owner of a restaurant and distillery on the archipelago, says she told her friend. Sure enough, she was right. In this...

Pride festival to be held at Tonbridge Castle

A Pride march will head through the high street before the free event at the castle.

I tried Boots' under £30 beauty edit that's perfect for holidays this summer

The collection features a range of beauty products from brands like Milk Makeup and Sol De Janeiro in travel-friendly sizes, with one product alone worth the same as the entire set

Devon tourism sector has 'mountain to climb'

Visit Devon welcomes recent warm weather but it says it may be "too late" for some businesses.

Colombia, Guatemala learn from each other in rainforest preservation

In the lush jungle of northern Guatemala -- in the largest protected area in Central America -- 30 leaders from Colombia's Amazon basin region are swapping strategies with local ethnic Maya farmers on how to live off this dense forest without destroying it. "That ensures that our communities are getting the economic resources that are also invested here for conservation," Sergio Balan, regional director of the National Council of Protected Areas...

Modern cities built on ancient ruins

Did you know that some of the world's most modern cities are in fact among the most ancient? While their contemporary steel and glass veneer suggest a recent history, many of these cities are built on foundations that date back to antiquity. These historic building blocks have preserved a wealth of breathtaking monuments that provide a compelling contrast between the old and the new. So, what are the oldest newest cities on the planet? Click through and discover these fascinating urban destinations.

Wild swimmers awarded for work to improve river

Manningtree Mermaids celebrate after fighting to secure designated bathing water status for a beach.

Is it OK to try before you buy at a pick-your-own farm?

It can be tempting to try before you buy, but one strawberry farm has issued a plea for visitors to stop eating the fruit in the field.

Want to vacation like a billionaire? Here's how much it costs to charter a superyacht

Chartering a superyacht is a more cost-effective way to experience luxury on the high seas than buying a boat. But it's still far from cheap.

Weekend festival of fine food opens in Folkestone

The Folkestone Food Festival takes place in the town centre on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Ely Pride celebrates its fifth event

The festival takes place in the cathedral city and is expecting about 5,000 visitors.

Discover Scotland's majestic North Coast 500 route

Some destinations are best explored by road. The north coast of Scotland is one of them! Not only do you get access to incredible scenery, but you also have the freedom to make your itinerary. There are numerous wild camping spots along this over 500-mile route of awe-inspiring scenery along the Scottish coast. One thing is for sure: the North Highlands leave a lasting impression on visitors, particularly those with a penchant for the road less traveled. Summer offers ample daylight hours to explore the rugged beauty of the north, but winter trips are becoming popular and offer visitors the potential to see the Aurora Borealis on a clear night. Intrigued? Click on the gallery to discover the majestic North Coast 500 route in Scotland.

Discovering Calabria in Italy, where tourists are seen as a blessing, not a curse

Let’s start with an exclusive: “Italian town wants more tourists and cruise passengers.” It’s true that many in Italy are fed up with the country’s 22 million annual visitors, and that its most celebrated city has banned cruise liners and makes tourists pay a daily tax, but in deepest Calabria, as in several other areas, overtourism is not an issue – rather the opposite. The main piazza in Santa Severina, a few miles from the Ionian coast, is...

Shoppers are impressed with Stubble & Co's carry-on travel bag which has 'so much space'

Looking for a do-it-all bag that will fit all of your belongings but still fits cabin size? Shoppers are raving about Stubble & Co's Adventure bag for all sorts of summer trips...

It's a fish, it's a boat? Amphibious vehicles glide through Amsterdam's canals

By Hilde Verweij AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - A colourful parade of amphibious cars glided through Amsterdam's canals on Thursday, but it was the last time the event will be held in the city, at least until batteries become lighter. Starting in 2025, access to the city's waterways will be restricted to emission-free vessels and vehicles, a standard too high for amphibious cars due to the weight of

Canada's 'Dream Team' makes the U.S. tremble in Paris

How Scotland helped build a million dollar New York staircase

As sets of steps go, they don't come much grander than those in the New York State Capitol in Albany.

I've been to 35 all-inclusive resorts. I always watch out for these 7 red flags.

I've stayed at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Maldives, the Caribbean, and more. I always look out for these red flags on my trips.

Forget Uber and Airbnb: Some people are going back to doing things the old-fashioned way to save money

Once upon a time, you could get app-based services for artificially low prices. Now some are adjusting, including going back to doing things the old way.

Whisper it, but is now a good time to holiday in Paris?

Hotels and restaurants are dropping prices after unexpected quietness in the city during the Olympics.

ELLE Escapes: Chicago

The best places to visit—and what to pack for each locale—in Chi-town.

Life with the 'ugliest' dog-turned Hollywood star

Peggy's journey from East Yorkshire to the red carpet has been surreal, says owner Holly Middleton.

Where to surf in Europe this summer

Many people associate summer with going to the beach. And what better way to enjoy your time at the beach than riding waves? While traditionally bigger, better waves are not to be found during the summer months, this is still a great time of the year to get some friends together and go on a surf trip in Europe. Miles of Atlantic coast offer a myriad of possibilities for everyone, regardless of your level of ability. You might notice that some major spots are missing from this list, but this is because they rarely work during the summer months. So if you're up for some summer surfing, click on. Whether you're an experienced wave rider or just want to learn how to surf in a cool place, this gallery is for you!

Kiln’s Open-Hearth Cooking Ignites a New Kind of Flavor for Old Town

What to eat and drink at Hotel Heron’s fire-fueled flagship restaurant

Italy’s ‘antidote to overtourism’: exploring unexpected delights in Vicenza and beyond

I may have nodded off in double geography once or twice, but I never thought I’d deliberately sleep in a school. However, La Scuola, in Lusiana, in the foothills of the Dolomites, is very different from an English comp. The former village school, closed in the 1960s, has been converted by Valeria Carfora and her husband, Marco, into a charming and unexpected B&B (doubles from €95). Its bedrooms are named after school subjects – maths, geography,...

The most popular beers around the world

It's probably not a surprise to most, but beer is big business. It's a constant when traveling around the majority of the world, and every nation has its own spin on the classic pint. But how do you know which beer to pick when you arrive in a new country? In this gallery, we'll explore the best of the best, telling you which popular brew you should order in any of these given countries—many may surprise you! Click through to check out the best-selling beers at home and abroad!

Town in conflict over golf course built on Native American site

Newark has been divided over the location of the Moundbuilder's Country Club golf course which currently sits atop the sacred Octagon Earthworks.

Europe's Hawaii 'at breaking point' as 'disrespectful' tourists 'cripple public services'

Locals living on the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira - dubbed the 'Hawaii of Europe' - say tourism is 'destroying' their home and pushing public services to breaking point

Pride party begins over celebratory weekend

Over 300,000 people are expected to take to the city streets to participate in and watch the parade.

Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights: All the houses, scare zones we know

Leading ladies of horror will star in the Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines house at Halloween Horror Nights on both coasts.

DoT bares halal tourist offerings

MEASURES to boost Muslim-friendly offers were showcased on Thursday at the opening ceremony of the inaugural edition of the Philippine Halal Trade and Tourist Summit at the World Trade Center in Metro Manila. "We have sought to ensure that Mindanao fully opens to tourism, and halal reaches the farthest corners of our country beyond Mindanao," Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said during the tourist summit. "The global...

How Columbia Pictures Changed the World at 24 Frames Per Second

In the fall of 1989, as Disney and Universal were prepping popcorn-friendly fare like Pretty Woman and Back to the Future Part III, a young Columbia Pictures creative exec took a meeting with a USC student possibly interested in a script-reader job. "John Singleton shows up to our offices in Burbank," recalls Stephanie Allain. "His […]

CalMac Islay ferry to be retired and scrapped after 38 years

MV Hebridean Isles serves Islay, but has also been used on other routes across CalMac's network.

Uncovering the dark side of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Delta CEO offers employees free flights after CrowdStrike-Microsoft chaos

CEO Ed Bastian earlier this week said the massive IT outage cost the company about $500 million.

Why Tangier Is the Hottest New Summer Travel Destination

With new hotels, museums, and travel routes, Tangier is welcoming visitors to a city whose cultural scene is shaped by locals.

Paris 2024: How the French are destroying the 'Olympic Spirit'

Historic country show to celebrate farming and food

The Garstang Show was first held more 200 years ago and celebrates the best of the countryside.

Residents divided ahead of 15th Boomtown Festival

Boomtown festival is celebrating its 15th year and is based at the Matterley Estate near Winchester.