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The 25 cheapest countries where you can live in luxury

All over the world, there are hidden gems—countries where the low cost of living makes a luxurious lifestyle a real possibility. From the old-world charm of Eastern Europe to the sandy-white beaches of Southeast Asia and the historic lands of Latin America, the countries on this list are sure to impress! The blend of affordability and luxury in these countries makes them perfect for anyone seeking a high standard of living but on a budget. The average cost of living in one of these countries per month is incredibly low compared to the high quality of life. Curious to know where you can live like royalty? Click through to find out!

Explainer-Olympics-Will the River Seine be suitable for swimming for the Paris 2024 Games?

By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - The River Seine will be a central element of the Paris 2024 Olympics, with the opening ceremony taking place on the river with a boat parade and two events, the marathon swimming and the swimming leg of the triathlon scheduled to be held there. However, pollution levels in the Seine have raised health concerns for athletes. WHERE DO WE STAND NOW? The

Def Leppard pumped for summer tour with Journey: 'Why would you want to retire?'

Def Leppard is prepping its third summer stadium tour in as many years – this time with Journey – and guitarist Phil Collen tells us what to expect.

Pat Sajak's daughter Maggie looks chic in LBD as she vacations in Italy - weeks after Wheel of Fortune host's final episode

Pat Sajak's daughter Maggie Sajak is enjoying a summer vacation in Italy. On Thursday, the 29-year-old Wheel of Fortune social correspondent took to Instagram to share two new photos from the trip.

How you can get PAID to move to one of the most beautiful regions in the world: Tuscany offers to give £25,000 to people if they relocate there

Tuscany's regional authorities have announced they will pay people up to £25,000 (€30,000) to relocate to one of the region's 76 mountain towns.

The most enchanting beach towns in southern Europe

The Guardian has a list of the 12 best beach towns in southern Europe. What are you waiting for? Take a look and start packing!

DoT-NCR to offer accreditation services at GTBA's Travel Sale Expo

TRAVEL agencies and all tourism-related businesses can secure accreditation from the Department of Tourism (DoT) at this year's Travel Sale Expo, an event organized by the Global Tourism Business Association (GTBA) and One Klik Events, happening at SM Megamall from Sept. 27 to 29, 2024. GTBA President Michelle Taylan and DoT-National Capital Region (NCR) Officer Ivannovich Agote have formalized the partnership for the upcoming travel expo on...

California winegrowers on edge over pest that could 'devastate' lucrative industry

Spotted lanternfly egg masses were found in California — which has California Association of Winegrape Growers and local vineyards speaking out about the high risk to wine industry.

Galaxy Macau, The World Class Integrated Resort, Brings the "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow" to Kuala Lumpur

Presenting an Authentic and Immersive Macau Experience to Visitors Under One Roof KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Galaxy Macau™, The World Class Integrated Resort ("Galaxy Macau"), has been actively supporting and participating in Macau SAR Government's promotional activities, and continuously working with the government and industry partners to expand international visitor sources. The "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow",...

I'm a boomer traveling the world. I choose to swap houses with strangers instead of staying in Airbnbs.

Dorine Olive, 60, lets strangers stay in her Florida house and is bunking with others in Turkey and Uganda during an epic round-the-world trip.

Homes with views: the best properties on the market right now, from Highgate to Crystal Palace

Homes with views: the best properties on the market right now, from Highgate to Crystal Palace - From the London skyline to Lords Cricket Ground, we’ve collected nine properties with views to feast your eyes on

30th annual Essence Festival of Culture kicks off in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The City of New Orleans on Thursday officially welcomed thousands of people descending on the Big Easy for the Essence Festival of Culture. The celebration has been around for three decades — no easy feat, Essence CEO Caroline Wanga said Thursday during a news conference at Gallier Hall to kick off the event, which runs through the Fourth of July holiday weekend. “Part of why that happens is because of where we are — the...

The hidden gem in the Cotswolds with its own lido and a fairytale family attraction

The pretty town of "Chippy" also attracts more than its fair share of celebrity residents, including Taylor Swift

88-year-old Fernando Amorsolo painting stolen from Hofileña Museum

An 88-year-old artwork by National Artist Fernando Amorsolo has been stolen at a museum in Silay City. Maricar Hojilla, the niece of the museum's late owner Ramon Hofileña, confirmed the theft incident to PhilSTAR L!fe. "It's unfortunately true. We were made aware of this yesterday. I am in the US so I saw it in our cousin group chat upon waking up...

The King and Queen visit Edinburgh castle

The King and Queen visited events at Edinburgh castle to kick off Edinburgh's 900th anniversary celebrations.

'There are 3 types of people on planes. If you’re number two, we need to talk…'

Quick! You have to take a flight. Which seat are you choosing — window, aisle or middle? Well, well, well. What do we have here? Thank you for falling into my trap. According to TikToker Gabi (@umgabi), there are only three types of people that exist, and your plane seat of choice says everything there is to know about your ... Continued

Passengers confused as they're evacuated from Heathrow Terminal 2

Passengers left confused as they're evacuated from Heathrow Airport Terminal 2. The evacuation was alleged to be due to a 'suspicious item that needs to be checked'.

America’s most dangerous volcanoes

Volcanic eruptions are as terrifying as they are beautiful. In addition to their extreme temperatures, they can release toxic gases and ash, and even cause earthquakes. But which American volcanoes are truly the most dangerous? Here's a list of volcanoes to watch out for, according to the US Geological Survey.

The most dog-friendly national parks in the US

Getting outside is great, and it can be even more enjoyable when your four-legged friend can join you. For this reason, many pet owners have dreams of taking their pups out to explore the country's famously beautiful national parks. While a walk in the park might seem like the most obvious place in the world to bring a dog, many US national parks have strict rules about if and where pets are allowed. The good news? There are many national parks that allow dogs! Click on to discover dog-friendly national parks in the US.

Three UK airports get injunction to stop environmental protesters disrupting flights

By Sam Tobin LONDON (Reuters) - The owners of three British airports were granted a court order on Friday to stop environmental protesters from potentially disrupting flights over the summer holidays. East Midlands, Manchester and Stansted airports applied for an injunction to prevent "persons unknown" from trespassing on their land, in an effort to prevent disruptive protests. Protest group

Historical facts you won't believe are true

It is true that there are many historical 'facts' that are anything but factual, but the opposite is also true. There are some very bizarre facts that indeed sound like they are made up. Except, they're not! Did you know, for instance, that forks were once considered sacrilegious? Or that Albert Einstein was actually offered the position of president of Israel? Click through the following gallery and discover fascinating historical facts you won't believe are real.

The darkest tales from each US state

Local myths and legends have been woven into our culture for as long as humans have existed. Much of the world’s folklore revolves around events that cannot be explained, sightings that seem impossible, and phenomena that baffle the mind. Sometimes we come up with creatures and curses to explain inexplicable failures in cities, streaks of bad luck and hard-to-understand natural phenomena. The United States is no exception and has a rich history of colorful folklore and mythology. From Bigfoot to haunted highways, each state has a plethora of urban legends that continue to fascinate both locals and foreigners to this day. Are you scared? Curious? Read on and discover the spookiest legends from each of the American States.

Is Norway on your bucket list? Explore a land of enchanting beauty

Norway's scenic splendor ranks among the most spectacular in the world. Blessed with numerous steep-sided fjords of phenomenal beauty that cut jagged gashes under snow-capped peaks and grand and glistening glaciers, this is a nation of exceptional visual appeal. Its proud seafaring tradition is upheld in a collection of world-class museums in cities that are regularly cited as some of the cleanest and safest on the planet. So, is Norway on your mind? Click through and discover the land of the midnight sun.

England fan's trip to Germany cost just 74p more than staying at home

Callum Ryan took a Ryanair flight to Berlin from, costing just £32.95 - less than £1 more expensive than the £32.21 ticket to the fan zone at Box Park in Shoreditch, London.

Hurricane Beryl aims at Mexico tourist hotspots after soaking Jamaica, Caymans

By Jose Cortes and Paola Chiomante TULUM/CANCUN, Mexico (Reuters) -Hurricane Beryl zeroed in on Mexico's top tourist resorts on Thursday evening after churning past the Cayman Islands and belting Jamaica with winds that tore apart buildings and uprooted trees. Beryl, now at Category 2 strength, has left behind a deadly trail of destruction across several smaller Caribbean islands over the past

ELLE Escapes: Cape Town

The South African city is known for its rich history and amazing attractions.

Infamously bad celebrity hotel guests

When you've spent time a hotel room, chances are the most havoc you've wreaked was raiding the hotel mini-bar. But that's not the case for many A-listers. Hotels are supposed to be discreet with their celebrity guests, but the rich and famous have been notoriously creative with their destructive behavior. From '70s rock icons to kid actors-turned-troublemakers, stars have ended up owing a lot of money in damages; some have even been slapped with lifelong bans. So, click through the gallery to find out: which stars are considered the worst hotel guests ever?

Landfill site becomes thriving wildlife park

The 28-acre plot was previously a landfill site but has undergone a thorough transformation.

The tragically long list of stars who died in hotel rooms

Over time, many well-known individuals have been found dead in hotel rooms. Whether due to drug overdoses, heart attacks, or freak accidents, these celebrities met tragic ends in a lonely setting. Click through the gallery to remember the stars who died in hotel rooms.

30 reasons to visit the Philippines

With over 7,000 tropical islands to choose from, the Philippines affords travelers some of the best beach holiday options in the world. But this archipelagic nation in Southeast Asia is also renowned for an amazingly varied interior landscape of smoldering volcanic mountains, dense verdant forests, emerald rice fields, and hundreds of pristine lakes and lagoons. Coupling a 500-year-old cultural heritage with a globally significant level of biodiversity, the country is indeed one of the most enticing tourism destinations on the planet. Intrigued? Click through this gallery for 30 reasons why you should start planning your Philippines vacation now.

Cities with the best weather in the world

These cities boast mild and warm climates throughout the seasons. They are also found in opposite sides and corners of the world, meaning you could visit a new place on different trips with guaranteed warmth and sunshine. Flick through this gallery to find out which cities enjoy a mild climate and are ideal to visit at any season, as well as the hottest cities in the world where you're guaranteed to break a sweat. Take a look!

Glamping Arrives at Walt Disney World — See Inside the New Chip and Dale-Themed Cabins

The modern new cabins opened on July 1 at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

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...

Air travel is getting worse. That's what passengers are telling the US government

WASHINGTON (AP) — Air travel got more miserable last year, if the number of consumer complaints filed with the U.S. government is any measure. The Transportation Department said Friday that it received nearly 97,000 complaints in 2023, up from about 86,000 the year before. The department said there were so many complaints that it took until July to sort through the filings and compile the figures. That's the highest number of consumer complaints...

Google’s top travel destinations in 2024 for Americans

Are you thinking of traveling anywhere soon? As globetrotters in the United States start gearing up for the summer ahead, their thoughts and Google searches inevitably turn to potential travel destinations. And just which locations are they looking up? Well, Google has compiled a list of the most-searched travel destinations for 2024, so let's find out! Click through the following gallery to see which places people are desperate to visit in summer 2024.

Palace wants better e-visa system for Indian tourists

Citing the need to make the Philippines more accessible to travelers, President Marcos has directed government agencies to implement a streamlined e-Visa system for Indian nationals wanting to visit the country. He gave the directive in his meeting with the Private Sector Advisory Council’s (PSAC) Tourism Sector Group in Malacañang on Wednesday. In posts on his Facebook and Instagram pages, the President also highlighted the government’s...

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.

Longyearbyen, the island where there is no place for dying

Plunged into darkness for 155 days a year, it's fair to say that the Norwegian town of Longyearbyen has never been the most comfortable place to live. But with climate change affecting the town to a disproportionate extent, life is becoming increasingly difficult for the residents of this beautiful little town. In this gallery, discover Longyearbyen, the fast-warming town in the world.

Ivanka Trump reveals plans to build billion-dollar 'Hobbit homes'

The former First Daughter has given details about her plans to create dinky dwellings carved into cliff tops on Albania's uninhabited Sazan Island in the Mediterranean Sea.

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

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.

Holidaymaker reveals chaos on EasyJet flight forced to make U-turn

EasyJet flight U28033, which had up to 244 passengers on board, squawked the 7700 emergency code as it was flying over France this morning.

Japan Has New Banknotes-Can I Still Use the Old Ones?

Let's ask the important question for travelers.

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.

What happened to Natalie Gulbis, the original world famous star of the LPGA Tour?

Op-ed: Avoid those vacation photo-ops to actually enjoy the moment

The most value you’ll find in a summer vacation isn’t what others will see, say Heather and Douglas Boneparth. Here's how to plan a trip worth the money.

Sun, sand, and cinema: The best travel movies to inspire you this summer

From classic romances to tales of adventure, check out this gallery of top travel movies that will inspire your next vacation.

What would happen if we didn't have the moon?

The moon is just one of those things that we take for granted. It has always been there and it will likely be there for millions of years to come. We're so used to looking up to the night sky and seeing Earth's satellite, that it's difficult to imagine our planet without it. But what would our world be like if there was no moon? Click through to find out.

False economy

Imagine this: after years of mustering up the courage, you’ve finally decided to try skydiving so you begin searching for the best school to take you on your aerial adventure. One establishment that you come across offers the lowest rates and advertises itself as the most budget-friendly and affordable skydiving school. Or say you’ve given up on trying to lose those bulges through diet and exercise and so you search the Net for clinics and...