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Explore the Flavors of the Philippines at Kultura Crawl

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

2024-07-07T06:19:33Z

Walkers take to new King Athelstan Pilgrimage route

People explore the new King Athelstan Pilgrim route across Wiltshire.

2024-07-07T06:30:19Z

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.

2024-07-07T09:16:24Z

A high-wire family adventure in the Swiss Alps

There was definitely a goat in our bedroom. As the wind rattled the wooden shutters above the mattresses on the floor, where my partner and I and our two-year-old lay huddled, I woke with a start, searching the darkness for the creature whose bleats had interrupted my sleep. We were in the centre of Switzerland, in the mountains above Engelberg, staying in a barn at Alp Oberfeld. Or – technically – above one, in a converted section of the upper...

2024-07-07T06:00:57Z

Restaurant makes customers pay 800 euros for 2 drinks!

Are you travelling to Greece soon? In any case, never set foot in this restaurant...! This restaurant is located on the Greek island of Mykonos and it is not the first time it has been in the news because of nefarious practices. The DK Oyster is the only establishment that offers vacationers free sun beds. Free, really? To enjoy these loungers, however, buying a drink is mandatory. As a result, when it comes time to pay the bill, smiles fade and...

2024-07-06T12:26:32Z

PAL: Canceled Manila-LA flight on July 5 due ‘technical issue’

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Airlines (PAL) confirmed that a flight bound for Los Angeles, United States discontinued its takeoff on Friday night due to a “technical issue.” PAL also said that all 361 passengers of flight PR102 were safely deplaned and provided with hotel accommodations in Manila. It said the “timely and swift decision” of its “highly-skilled” crew ensured the safety of the passengers. READ: Flying high: PAL doubled 2023 net...

2024-07-06T05:04:25Z

Archaeologists to dig for medieval building on farm

One theory put forward is the potential timber structure was once a barn belonging to monks.

2024-07-07T06:00:31Z

Update in case of American boy who vanished after leaving cruise ship

Aydin Brown had been on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship with his grandmother, but left after it docked at Rostock-Warnemünde.

2024-07-07T01:07:47Z

Painter brings fishing town to life in colour

Alan Castleton says the work is based on black and white photographed which has been transformed.

2024-07-07T05:45:14Z

Mother hits out at airline after her son's boarding 'nightmare'

The mother of a traumatised learning-disabled man who had to be removed from a Ryanair flight says the airline must review its policy for vulnerable passengers.

2024-07-06T17:06:46Z

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

2024-07-06T10:24:55Z

Best DSLR cameras of 2024 for beginner photographers and experienced snappers

Best DSLR cameras of 2024 for beginner photographers and experienced snappers - We focus in on the best DSLRs the market has to offer

2024-07-07T08:13:46Z

PAL’s Boeing 777 bursts tires on takeoff

MANILA, Philippines — A Philippine Air Lines (PAL) flight to Los Angeles was forced to abort its takeoff after bursting several of its rear tires at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) late Friday night. According to Naia authorities, flight PR-102 was taking off at around 10:22 p.m. when the incident, known in aviation parlance as a “rejected takeoff” (RTO), occurred. In an RTO, the pilot decides to abort the takeoff after initiating the...

2024-07-06T21:37:14Z

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,...

2024-07-06T12:02:10Z

Plans to expand special school on to new site

The school, which has four sites in Northamptonshire, could take over a new building from September.

2024-07-07T06:15:12Z

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!

2024-07-05T14:06:29Z

'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

2024-07-06T13:58:19Z

'Rare' opportunity to see historic tithe map

The village of Lustleigh is said to be one of the only places in Devon to retain its tithe map.

2024-07-06T10:26:54Z

What goes into the ultimate picnic basket?

Whether you're banqueting on the beach or munching in a meadow, feasting in fine weather requires a bit of thought and lots of imagination. Still not sure what to prepare? Click through this gallery for a detailed menu plan.

2024-07-06T17:10:17Z

Yours Boutique Hotel, Valencia: this summer's It destination

Yours Boutique Hotel, Valencia: this summer's It destination - This tiny 12-room hotel, where style meets the laid back Mediterranean lifestyle, is the name on everyone’s lips this season. Claire Cohen checks in and gets a taste for its hip neighbourhood

2024-07-06T10:09:54Z

2 SMHCC brands among 10 best hotels in Philippines

MANILA, Philippines — Two hotel brands under the portfolio of the Sy family’s SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) have been named as among the best hotels in the Philippines. Conrad Manila and Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu both bagged the Travel+Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024 as part of the top 10 best hotels in the country. Both properties made it as two of the best city hotels in the country. “These accolades are added feathers in...

2024-07-06T16:32:08Z

$2M Nantucket beach house sells for just $200,000

A coastal vacation home severely threatened by beach erosion recently got scooped up for only six-figures in Nantucket, Massachusetts, according to the Nantucket Current.

2024-07-06T12:12:54Z

Beach-users reminded of seven barbecue safety tips

The States of Guernsey also urges people to take litter home or place it in an appropriate bin.

2024-07-06T11:26:59Z

Exhibition highlights 'horrible' rubbish problem

The "epidemic of fly-tipping" is highlighted in an exhibition, which features waste from the area.

2024-07-06T17:13:44Z

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,...

2024-07-06T03:19:06Z

'The "back to basics" retreat just 1 hour out of Sydney that cured my burnout in a weekend.'

Some of my fondest childhood memories come from time spent wandering around national parks, giving me a deep love for the natural world. So, when the chance came to spend a weekend immersed in nature, at the YHA Pittwater Eco Retreat in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, I couldn't resist. The retreat is a perfect "back to basics" nature escape and, ... Continued

2024-07-07T00:00:54Z

I’ve Lived in Many Cities: These 5 Offer the Best Quality of Life Without Financial Sacrifices

With inflation and life getting generally more expensive, where you choose to live can make a big difference in your cost of living. But beyond the cost of living, you must also consider your quality...

2024-07-06T18:28:40Z

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...

2024-07-06T13:00:06Z

Delta Airlines makes menu change after flight that left dozens sick

Delta Airlines is now serving only one meal item to international travelers after a plane made an emergency landing as passengers fell sick due to moldy food.

2024-07-05T18:17:43Z

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.

2024-07-06T12:27:06Z

Anti-tourism protestors rally against foreign visitors in Barcelona

Protesters carried signs reading 'Barcelona is not for sale,' and, 'Tourists go home,' before some used water guns on tourists eating outdoors at restaurants in hotspots

2024-07-06T22:37:54Z

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

Looking to play the best golf courses in Alabama? 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

2024-07-06T10:05:35Z

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.

2024-07-07T02:38:33Z

Bengals vs. Cowboys has Delta Airlines adding new flights

The Cincinnati Bengals have major airlines offering new routes ahead of special games now. In anticipation of Cincinnati's "Monday Night Football" game against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14 (Dec. 9), Delta Airlines has added a new flight from CVG Airport for…

2024-07-07T00:40:10Z

‘Second Chance' Review: A Soothing Mantra of Himalayan Hope and Healing

It’s hard to get a cellphone signal, up in the high mountains of Himachal Pradesh in Northern India. Especially in the dead of winter when deep snowdrifts absorb all sound and jagged encircling peaks form an impenetrably icy barrier. But without WiFi coverage, Subhadra Mahajan’s spectacular and serene “Second Chance” suggests, a different, deeper kind […]

2024-07-06T16:03:46Z

Seaside city's secrets hidden in underground tunnels

Millions of people visit Brighton each year, but few know about the world hidden beneath their feet.

2024-07-07T06:30:40Z

The most outrageous acts of piracy in history

The sea can be a dangerous place, but not only for its unpredictable storms and mysterious waters. Pirates have been lurking the seven seas for centuries, causing chaos for whomever crossed their paths. Defined as the act of committing robbery by ship, piracy often has the goal of attacking and stealing cargo and other valuable goods from other vessels. But there have also been instances when pirates took over actual islands and kidnapped important figures. So, what are some of history's most audacious acts of piracy? Click on to find out.

2024-01-18T11:05:47Z

Hamptons village in uproar over plans to roll out New York nightclub

A quaint Hamptons village that is home to Martha Stewart was in uproar over plans to roll out a New York night spot beloved by celebrities including Taylor Swift.

2024-07-06T21:22:16Z

28-year-old left the U.S., relocated to Thailand, and pays $544/month for his 1-bedroom apartment—take a look inside

Paul Lee left New York City for Bangkok three years ago. He is a content creator and real estate agent in the city.

2024-07-06T14:06:26Z

The United Nations Gastronomy Tourism Forum in Cebu Explored the Power of Food-Focused Travel

As we learned, there's more to gastronomy tourism than sating one's appetite and wanderlust.

2024-07-07T08:05:01Z

Life in Britain's 'work from home hotspot' - where locals fled London for coast

Ogmore-by-Sea has been voted the number one work-from-home location by experts, who took into account factors including homes, connectivity and countryside access

2024-07-07T07:31:47Z

Accolades for Newport World Resorts' all-star hotels

LEADING global travel service provider Trip.com Group has recognized Holiday Inn Express Manila Newport City among the Top Engaged Hotels across over 50 countries and regions during its Envision 2024 Global Partner Conference in Shanghai, China, this year. This achievement places the hotel among the top performers globally. Online travel agency operator TripAdvisor has recognized Hotel Okura Manila as Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice for 2024,...

2024-07-06T16:24:19Z

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.

2024-07-07T06:15:22Z

Work of 60 artists on display in city trail

The artworks around Sunderland include paintings, sculptures, performances and exhibitions.

2024-07-06T10:11:51Z

Massive drought in Italy threatens to destroy Sicilian tourism

A severe drought in Sicily, Italy is prompting hotel owners to turn away guests, threatening the region's tourism-driven economy.

2024-07-07T02:13:07Z

Amorsolo painting stolen from museum

BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — A 12×18-inch painting by National Artist Fernando Amorsolo was reported stolen from a popular private museum, the Hofileña Museum, in Silay City. The museum’s CCTV records showed that the painting, called “Mango Harvesters,” was taken by at least two thieves from the museum’s second floor where it was on display along with other paintings and sketches. The stolen painting is different from, but...

2024-07-06T21:37:14Z

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:...

2024-07-06T16:27:42Z

Hotels and offices are using an AI tool that scans what they throw in the trash to reduce their food waste and cut costs

Hilton has experimented with different portion sizes of fruit and smoked salmon at its breakfast buffets based on insights from AI cameras.

2024-07-07T09:13:49Z

“Lost” Ending Explained: What Really Happened to the Passengers of Oceanic 815?

From that church scene to the fate of the island, here’s everything to know about the finale of 'Lost,' which aired in 2010

2024-07-06T15:07:27Z

How are sea defences for seaside towns progressing?

An update on £25m works to protect homes and businesses on the vulnerable North Norfolk coast.

2024-07-07T06:15:36Z