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Walkers take to new King Athelstan Pilgrimage route

People explore the new King Athelstan Pilgrim route across Wiltshire.

History's greatest watercolor artists

Watercolor is often overlooked as a medium of merit when discussing art history. And yet some of the greatest and most respected artists the world has ever known at some point applied this method of painting during their careers. And there are those whose names are in fact synonymous with this technique, in which the paints are made of pigments suspended in a water-based solution. So, who are the watercolor artists who continue to influence painting today? Click through for a portfolio of artists credited with establishing watercolor as an independent, mature, and respected painting medium.

Britain’s Ultra-Rich Map Out Routes to Escape ‘Non-Dom’ Taxes After Labour Victory

Over the years, Bassim Haidar has acquired all the typical trappings of Britain’s super-rich: a Gulfstream jet, luxury yachts and mansions with Middle East royalty as neighbors.

'Essential' thing to know to avoid hefty roaming charges on holiday - check your network

For Brits heading off on a last-minute holiday this summer, it's important to understand their mobile phone plan properly - or they could be in for a nasty shock when they return

'Rich' Wall Street worker shows how to get money back if flight is delayed or cancelled

A financial expert is warning people going on holiday that they may not be told by airlines about compensation they could get if their flight is unfortunately delayed or cancelled - and explains exactly how to make sure they get paid

Team USA arrives for camp in Las Vegas ahead of Paris Olympics

LAS VEGAS — There’s something that Kobe Bryant once said that has stuck with U.S. men’s Olympic basketball coach Steve Kerr and seems especially important now. It was about how other nations have made big strides in basketball, how the gap between the rest of the world and the U.S. is closing and how that’s been a great thing for the NBA. And Bryant’s response, paraphrased, was basically, “so what?” His point: If everyone else is getting better,...

Explore the Flavors of the Philippines at Kultura Crawl

Celebrate Kultura's 20th anniversary at this two-week-long event.

Overnight sensations! The world's most desirable hotels

Some of the most prestigious places to stay on the planet include historic urban landmarks, paradise seaside resorts, funky boutique retreats, and remote mountain hideaways. Intrigued? Browse the gallery for the ultimate list of best luxury hotels in the world.

The best public-access and private golf courses in Utah, ranked

Looking to play the best golf courses in Utah? Welcome to our annual Golfweek’s Best ranking of public-access and private courses. Following are the rankings for both types of courses, as judged by our nationwide net

Delta goes pasta-only for thousands of international travelers after 'spoiled' food forced a flight to divert

Delta said it was serving pasta only on about 75 international flights on Wednesday after a 'spoiled meal' forced an Amsterdam-bound flight to divert.

Legendary Paris cabaret venue Moulin Rouge gets its iconic windmill back in grand ceremony

Legendary Paris cabaret venue Moulin Rouge gets its iconic windmill back in grand ceremony - Tourist attraction restored in time for Paris Olympics

Historic mill could be turned into new museum

The application was submitted to renovate the Grade II-listed Old Mill into a family home and museum.

Italy's Etna and Stromboli volcanoes erupt, Catania Airport closed

ROME (Reuters) - Eruptions at Italy's Mount Etna and the smaller Stromboli volcano spewed hot ash and lava, raising alert levels on the Mediterranean island of Sicily and forcing a temporary shutdown of Catania Airport on Friday. Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has seen intense activity in recent days, lighting up the sky near the city of Catania, while Stromboli off the northern

The most remote places on Earth

These places are isolated for reasons such as their location or hostile environment, which making them beautifully untouched destinations. Click here to see the planet's most remote places!

'Cutest place ever': Tourists are bowled over by this fairytale village in Croatia, where guests sleep in tiny homes shaped like a castle, a mushroom and a pumpkin

The three Airbnb properties, listed by hosts Helena and Florijan, are located in the Krka Fairytale Village next to the Krka National Park.

Cities with impressive beaches on their doorstep

Are you looking for a city break with a beach thrown in? Cities featuring nearby beaches offer visitors the best of both worlds. You can soak up the culture and the sun. And when it's hot and dry, what better than to hop off the sidewalk and onto to the sand? Click through this list of cities located around the world that have beaches on their doorstep.

Maya shares money hacks to get extra funds for travels

GROW travel funds with Maya, the number 1 digital bank in the Philippines, with its high-interest rates and daily credited interest. Put funds in Maya Savings, and use Maya for all transactions. Users can increase their savings with an impressive interest rate of up to 14 percent per annum. For every use of Maya for flights, hotels, dining, shopping and more, users' travel fund grows faster with the interest credited daily, allowing them to...

Final chance to have say on walking and cycling routes

Residents in Calne and Melksham have until 9 September to have their say on the plans.

Woolworths to sell Australian flags for Paris Olympics

Woolworths will sell Australian flags for the Paris Olympics after the supermarket boycotted them for Australia Day.

Council seek to increase fly-tipping fines to £1000

Officials will be asked to pass plans which strengthen the council's anti-fly-tipping powers.

PH biosphere reserve in new Unesco list

THE United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) named 11 countries with biosphere reserves, including one in the Philippines, in a new list it released on Friday, the agency said in a statement on its website. Located in the Apayao province, the yApayaos Biosphere Reserve consists of two distinct regions — Lower and Upper Apayao. "This biosphere reserve in the Province of Apayao is divided into two distinct regions:...

Vacationing with friends, but you have different budgets? Here's what to do.

This month's Uncomfortable Conversations About Money tackles the dilemma when you vacation with friends but have different spending styles.

'Charming' windmill with incredible coastal views in remote location for sale

An historic converted mill on the Norfolk Broads could be the perfect buy for nature lovers

The world’s most physically demanding landmark can be found in Norway – and it features 4,444 stairs

The world’s most physically demanding landmark can be found in Norway – and it features 4,444 stairs - Viewpoints in Romania, Scotland and Colorado and are also worth the workout

Why Florida’s Retirees Are Fleeing — And Where They’re Going Instead

Once considered the ideal place to live out one's golden years, Florida is quickly losing favor with retirement-aged folks. Remote workers and the wealthy are flocking to the state and driving up home...

Several injured after fireworks land in crowd at Utah stadium

At least six people were injured after some misdirected fireworks landed in the crowd during a Fourth of July celebration at the LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, according to local reports.

Space-saving luggage tricks for your holiday – from £10 packing cubes to clever folding hack

Celebrity sorting sensations, the Style Sisters, have shared their top packing hacks from using packing cubes to splitting your clothes into categories

Sarah Lahbati's Favorite Designer Raffia Bags

It always completes her beach and travel OOTDs!

The 30 most dangerous countries in the world in 2024

The world is a dangerous place to live in, especially when one considers that there are 195 countries with their own governments and their own agendas. Every year, a global think tank in Australia–called the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP)–releases a report known as the Global Peace Index. The report measures how peaceful each country in the world is by analyzing many factors, including a country’s rate of violent crime and the number of wars fought. After analyzing these statistics, each country is given a GPI score; and the lower the score, the better. We’ve curated a list of the most dangerous countries mentioned in the report, and you might be surprised with the results. Intrigued? Click through the gallery to see what those countries are.

Hong Kong's Yim Tin Tsai Island: 3 historical treasures of the living museum

Hong Kong is popular for its vibrant city life, boasting an iconic skyline, bustling streets, and well-loved attractions including Disneyland and Victoria Peak. But Hong Kong is also home to serene and relaxed spots that offer noteworthy experiences away from the typical tourist paths. Outside the city are reserved islands and small villages that showcase the country’s rich cultural tapestry and natural surroundings. In this three-part series,...

BI reports 1M outbound travelers in June alone

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) noted a rise in international travel during the month of June, attributing the spike to the school break that allowed families to have their vacations abroad. “In April, we only saw an average of around 32,000 passengers a day, but in June that number rose to around 36,000,” Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said in a statement on Sunday. In April, the BI said a total of 946,092...

Holiday park voted worst in Britain as Pontins, Butlins and Center Parcs rated

The lowest-rated firm scored just 56% in a survey of visitors who were asked to rate parks based on customer service, accommodation, cleanliness, facilities, activities and value for money

'No fireworks on ISS,' so astronauts experiment with 'light painting' instead (photos)

Eerie new ISS photos appear to show a ghost in the machine during Independence Day. NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick and others did 'light painting' with the U.S. flag in the background.

One year of Sphere: dazzling illuminations, audio, livestream 'push boundaries'

The Las Vegas Sphere celebrates a year of its exosphere with a July 4 show, permanent livestream and audio. Here's what is planned.

Don't fly a lot? You should still get a loyalty account. Here's why. | Cruising Altitude

Even if you don't fly all the time, it's worth having a frequent flyer account linked to your airline reservations.

Renowned oceanographer visits PH to advocate Verde Island Passage protection

MANILA, Philippines — Renowned oceanographer and conservationist Dr. Sylvia Earle visited the Philippines last month to advocate the protection of the Verde Island Passage (VIP)—the world’s “center of the center” of marine shore fish biodiversity. In a statement on Saturday, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said that Earle personally dived into the VIP alongside other marine experts to observe the condition of the...

Deadline nears for Boeing decision on MAX

NEW YORK — More than five years after two fatal 737 MAX crashes, Boeing faces a fresh legal reckoning now that prosecutors have concluded the company flouted an earlier settlement addressing the disasters. The aviation giant had been on a Friday night deadline to accept or reject a Department of Justice (DoJ) proposal that would require it to plead guilty to fraud during the certification of MAX airplanes, sources told Agence France-Presse...

Amazing UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South America

South America dazzles in its cultural and natural diversity. This huge continent includes 12 sovereign states (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela), each with its own singular identity. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has identified numerous South American natural man-made sites, areas, and structures and designated them World Heritage Sites, a landmark or region recognized as being of outstanding international importance. Click through this gallery for a definitive guide to what these are and where they're located.

NaFFAA NV celebrates 126th Philippine Independence Day In Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS – The National Federation of Filipino American Association (NaFFAA) NV recently hosted an unforgettable gala to commemorate the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence. “With an unprecedented attendance of over 400 guests, the event was a testament to the unity and pride of the Filipino-American community,” said NaFFAA NV President Jacque de Joya. It was a night of excellence with the gala program meticulously curated,...

The Caribbean's best-kept secret

The charming Dutch-Caribbean island of Saba, with its quaint cottages and misty forests, is one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets. Learn more about this enchanting and gorgeous island and explore some of its main features in the following gallery!

Disability Festival in city for the first time

The event is free to attend and will take place at Birmingham City University's Curzon Building.

Fox makes notable mistake with graphic

If you’re teaching a child how to spell, Milwaukee might be one of the tougher American city names to lock down. But if you’re on the graphics team for Fox — or any network that covers events that are in — or involves teams/people from Milwaukee — spelling the city’s name shouldn’t be much of Read more... The post Milwaukee or Milwakee? Fox graphic doesn’t seem to know appeared first on Awful Announcing.

How to stop worrying about work during vacation

We all need and deserve proper breaks from work. Getting some time off to travel or just relax allows us to stay creative, healthy, and stop ourselves from drowning under a sea of work-related stress. However, setting firm work-life boundaries has become increasingly difficult in the modern world, where technology has made it all too easy to connect to our work. And for some, especially workaholics, the thought of missing work simply stresses them out! On the other hand, spending your entire vacation worrying about work is pretty pointless... Does this sound like you? Then check out this gallery for some much-needed tips.

Millions to 'work from beach' in summer thanks to lax remote policies

It is thought that more than six million Britons plan to use the flexibility to do their jobs while on holiday, with some using it as a chance to spend more time abroad than they would have otherwise.

Football Fever: Agoda Shares Top Markets Searching For Holiday Accommodations in Germany

SINGAPORE, July 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As football fever reaches its height in Europe this summer, digital travel platform Agoda has identified the top Asian markets searching for holiday accommodations in Germany during the continent's popular tournament. South Korea came out on top, followed by Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and India. Top Accommodation Searches for Travel to Germany - Agoda 1 South Korea 2 Japan 3 Hong Kong 4 Taiwan 5 India The...

Popular lunches from around the world

Do you ever find yourself uninspired when it comes to your midday meal? The chances are high if you're always having the same sandwich or salad. But from India to Costa Rica, lunch looks different around the world, and can serve as great inspiration for your next lunchtime bite. Check out this gallery for an appetizing tour around the world. Click on!

Has your soul lived a past life?

If you've ever recollected memories that seem unfamiliar, experienced recurring dreams, or felt an unexplained connection to a particular historical era, these occurrences might suggest that your soul has undergone multiple lifetimes. If you suspect that you might have lived past lives, browse through the following gallery to discover some of the signs that this isn't your first time on this planet.

Now woke RNLI is trying to 'ban' digging holes at the beach!

EXCLUSIVE: Locals living near posh Padstow in Cornwall told the crews to 'get a grip' after they complained about a phantom digger on Facebook .

Jana Pittman is creating a van to travel with her family that sleeps 8-10 people. We're obsessed.

First you've got to take the time off work. Then you've got to organise all of the gear you're going to need to take with you — packing the children's necessities, making sure you've got a zillion spare changes of clothes, contingencies for every scenario and a hearty first aid kit because... kids.Embarking on a road trip holiday with the whole ... Continued

Chari Hawkins, accomplished US heptathlete heading to Paris