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Hotel Lincoln Unveils New Restaurant With a Dog-Friendly Patio and Bottomless Brunch

Adolfo Garcia’s Americano will soon debut across from Lincoln Park

2024-06-10T18:20:52Z

Common holiday cons to watch out for - bogus social media deals to 'shoulder surfing'

Holiday season is almost upon us and many lucky people are booking or getting ready for a break in the sun - but there are many things all tourists need to be aware of when they're kicking back and relaxing

2024-06-12T08:11:23Z

A travel host who flies 100,000 miles a year says airport lounges are overrated

Travel expert Samantha Brown has access to airport lounges around the world. She rarely uses them because terminals are more fun and less stressful.

2024-06-12T18:31:20Z

Holiday warning as Brits told to 'avoid booking classic seven or 14 day' breaks

Holidaymakers jetting off for summer sun to the likes of Spain, Portugal, Greece and Italy have been told to avoid sticking to the classic seven or 14 day breaks

2024-06-12T10:57:33Z

Places around the world you are forbidden to visit

It's hard to imagine that there are a lot of places around the world that people are prohibited from visiting. Unless you're a researcher, scientist, or military officer, some of these places are strictly forbidden for the general public, which adds another layer of mystery to them. There are historical sites that are so fragile they can be easily damaged by humans, and also some seriously dangerous places many of us would be terrified to visit. From an island infested with snakes to a vault holding special secrets, check out these extremely fascinating and forbidden places. Click on!

2024-01-29T12:11:56Z

Trump's Boeing 757 isn't the perfect private jet, but it's perfect for him

The plane's effectiveness has been questioned, and the interiors aren't for everyone, but it's actually the perfect flying campaign billboard.

2024-06-13T12:45:56Z

35% of Americans call 'tip creep' out of control—here's when you really do need to tip, etiquette experts say

Americans are tired of tipping culture, but that doesn't mean you should forgo leaving a a customary gratuity, etiquette experts say.

2024-06-13T15:17:34Z

American tourist in UK goes viral after Airbnb host locks him out in the rain at 3am

An Airbnb user of 10 years was recently locked outside his pre-booked accommodation, being left in the rain at 3am without a bed to sleep in

2024-06-14T11:05:21Z

I Live in New York City on $56,000: Here’s My Monthly Budget

Life in New York isn't cheap. According to the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center, it's the sixth-most-expensive place in the country to live with an overall cost of living index is...

2024-06-12T17:02:04Z

Polish border no-go zone will stop tourists as well as migrants, locals fear

BIALOWIEZA, Poland (Reuters) - Poland's move to set up a no-go zone to control the number of migrants coming over its borders could also stop thousands of tourists visiting the forested frontier with Belarus, local business owners fear. Hoteliers and tour operators said they were particularly worried about the impact on the summer season from the zone - which would bar everyone apart from

2024-06-10T18:16:18Z

The unbelievable revelations of the Dead Sea Scrolls

The Dead Sea Scrolls, a collection of ancient Jewish manuscripts, were discovered in caves in the desert by Bedouin shepherds in 1946. This archaeological find is considered one of the greatest of the 20th century and is of immense historical, religious, and linguistic importance. These parchment scrolls are the only known surviving biblical documents written before 100 CE, providing insight into events that occurred over 2,000 years ago. Explore this gallery to revisit the story behind this historical treasure.

2024-01-17T15:34:51Z

Art exhibition celebration of Manx biodiversity

Wild of Art runs features paintings, ceramics, photography and prints by local wildlife artists.

2024-06-16T06:40:02Z

Countries where you have to pay to be a tourist

If you've traveled, you've likely paid a tourist tax before. However, you may have never noticed it, as it's often worked into airline tickets or the taxes you pay at your accommodation. Originally, tourist tax was introduced by certain governments with the aim of tempering over-tourism and generating income from large numbers of travelers entering the destination. Now, the money from the tax also goes to protecting natural resources and maintaining tourism facilities. Intrigued? Click on to discover the countries that charge a tourist tax.

2024-03-13T07:13:01Z

Beach huts worth £750,000 demolished as owners billed £300 each

Thirty-one wooden cabins at Hordle Cliff, Milford-on-Sea, Hampshire were either destroyed or written off after the fragile cliff they stood on was washed away.

2024-06-12T14:14:39Z

Inside the game-changing winter experience sweeping Australia

A game-changing new, fairytale-like winter experience is already underway on the rooftop of Sydney 's Broadway

2024-06-12T05:12:10Z

Antiques Roadshow guest is left speechless after discovering the value of his wife's late aunt's painting

A guest on the US version of Antiques Roadshow was left stunned when it was revealed that his wife's late aunt's painting was worth a staggering six-figure sum.

2024-06-13T13:32:31Z

Hiker reveals simple tricks he used to save himself from cougar

Ben Blumenfeld was running along the Angel's Rest trail in the Columbia River Gorge on Tuesday when the big cat jumped out of the woods nearly pouncing on him.

2024-06-14T16:07:15Z

The most shocking love triangles in world history

Love is one of the driving forces of human nature. It inspires us to make unwise decisions, and sometimes completely change our lives. If it's passionate, dramatic, and painful, it's all the more addictive, but causes even more chaos. This becomes rather dangerous when it involves the most powerful people in history. Some of the most infamous love triangles have brought nations to their knees, caused the deaths of thousands, and inspired great works of art. Click through this gallery to learn about some of the messiest high-stakes love triangles in history.

2024-01-17T16:19:40Z

Gorgeous seaside town on a British island where you can buy a home for just £101,000

The beautiful seaside town of Rothesay has been ranked as the cheapest place to purchase a coastal home in the UK, with average house prices at an incredible £101,477

2024-06-14T04:10:04Z

Ultimate Taylor Swift Wembley Park guide - How to get there, pre parties and beating the queues

Everything Swifties need to know before travelling to watch the Eras Tour at Wembley Park - Merchandise stand openings, queue tips and how to get there

2024-06-13T13:19:38Z

Russian warship visit brings cold war frisson to Havana

Where once vast American cruise ships disgorged mojito-thirsty holidaymakers into the crumbling streets of old Havana, now lurks the eerie darkness of the Russian nuclear-powered submarine Kazan. “It looks like a dead whale,” says Adolfo García, as he queues under the scorching sun. The Kazan is off-limits, but García is hoping for a tour of the second of the four Russian naval vessels that have just docked in the Cuban capital, the frigate...

2024-06-14T15:46:38Z

IAG offers remedies to EU over Air Europa deal

By Foo Yun Chee BRUSSELS (Reuters) - British Airways owner IAG has again offered remedies to the European Commission aimed at securing EU approval of its takeover of Spain's Air Europa. "We submitted a new remedy package with some adjustments compared to the previous one," IAG said in an email. "It includes improvements that have come from the constructive dialogue we have been maintaining with

2024-06-11T12:33:00Z

Passengers forced to strip after being stuck on plane with no air con

Footage showed suffering travellers peeling off their clothes while covered in beads of sweat, as others fanned the face of a fellow customer who appeared to have passed out in their seat (pictured)

2024-06-11T14:25:30Z

Mind Museum Announces New Ticket Prices Starting July 2024

Here are the rates to the museum that features what your kid loves about science.

2024-06-14T12:14:36Z

Shanghai Celebrates Festival Opening With Glitzy Red Carpet Event

Foreign visitors were in short supply at Saturday's opening ceremony of the 26th Shanghai International Film Festival, but that did little to diminish the festive atmosphere. The ceremony was held at the Shanghai Grand Theater in the downtown area on an evening that was warm and spring-like and without the "plum rain" or summer downpours […]

2024-06-16T02:05:42Z

Michelin Announces Another Eight New York Restaurants Up for 2024 Awards

Additions include a Chinese restaurant with standout wines and a promising South Indian spot

2024-06-14T14:26:55Z

Reported birth of rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone park fulfills Lakota prophecy

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The reported birth of a rare white buffalo in Yellowstone National Park fulfills a Lakota prophecy that portends better times, according to members of the American Indian tribe who cautioned that it’s also a signal that more must be done to protect the earth and its animals. “The birth of this calf is both a blessing and warning. We must do more,” said Chief Arvol Looking Horse, the spiritual leader of the Lakota, Dakota and...

2024-06-11T18:47:20Z

Sin City: the criminal roots of Las Vegas

Las Vegas has a reputation for being both magical and seedy in equal parts. The bright lights and manmade magnificence attract around 40 million visitors from around the world every year, crowding into the desert city to visit its countless casinos and see live shows from some of the biggest stars in the world. Las Vegas boasts some of the largest hotels on the planet, and the Strip is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the US. With all that in mind, it’s easy to forget that the city has such a shady past. Not only was Las Vegas rife with organized crime for most of the 20th century, it was actually built from the ground up by the mob. Intrigued? Click through this gallery to find out all about the criminal roots of the aptly named “Sin City.”

2023-11-13T13:21:19Z

Disney is mailing checks after a $9.5 million class action settlement. Here's how to know if you are owed any money.

Disneyland guests who paid nearly $1,400 for a Dream Key annual pass can expect a settlement check soon. But it amounts to less than a one-day ticket.

2024-06-16T19:46:16Z

How Disney World's Tiana's Bayou Adventure Ride Gives“ Princess and the Frog” Its Due, Nearly 15 Years Later

PEOPLE spoke with 'Princess and the Frog' star Anika Noni Rose and more about how the new, 'magical' attraction pays homage to the 2009 film

2024-06-15T13:06:00Z

Anger after union flag burned at village war memorial

Volunteers in Shieldhill discovered the vandalism at their cenotaph on Saturday morning.

2024-06-15T13:52:20Z

Henry Winkler Is Evacuated From Hotel in Dublin, Says He Thought Fire Alarms Were a 'Clock Radio'

Henry Winkler was in Dublin for his book tour and had to evacuate his hotel because of an early morning fire.

2024-06-13T22:13:54Z

I flew 1,700 miles for my dad's wedding a YEAR early

Llarissa Pye, 29, who is from Cheshire but lives in the Canary Islands, flew 1,700 miles from Lanzarote to the UK for her dad's wedding a year early - after mishearing him on the phone

2024-06-12T06:56:54Z

The old-school secret to a relaxing vacation

Millennials and Gen Z are taking big trips — but they don't want to plan them. It's sparking a travel-agent boom.

2024-06-13T09:33:59Z

From log cabins to mansions: The childhood homes of US presidents

It's common knowledge that American presidents move to the White House when they take office, but have you ever wondered where they first lived? Some American presidents were actually born at home, and many were raised in the very same houses they were born in. Throughout American history, we have examples of presidents who grew up in very humble homes, while others were born with a silver spoon in their mouths. Either way, it's absolutely fascinating to look back and see where these powerful men spent their childhoods. Curious? Click on and get to know the childhood homes of US presidents.

2024-02-26T13:07:31Z

Why planes are forbidden from flying over Disney parks (and other no-fly zones)

There are a number of airspace areas where aircraft are prohibited from entering. These usually include both manned (e.g. planes and helicopters) and unmanned ones (i.e. drones). There are essentially two main types of restricted areas: no-fly zones and prohibited airspace. They differ slightly, but both are implemented to the the same effect. In this gallery, we look at where in the world aircraft are prohibited from entering. Click on to find out if your country is on the list.

2024-01-18T18:36:21Z

Would you dare stand at the Gates of Hell?

Adventure tourists are holding their breath, eager to know whether Turkmenistan's new president will carry out his predecessor's threat of extinguishing the country's biggest tourist attraction, the Darvaza gas crater, better known by its devilish moniker, the "Gates of Hell." Burning since the early 1970s, this flaming cauldron of leaking methane is one of the world's weirdest man-made phenomena. Glowing like an inferno and belching sulfur, the crater's connotation with the devil is eerily tangible. But is Satan's sinkhole about to be exorcised from the map? Click through and find out if you have the nerve to stand at the Gates of Hell.

2024-01-26T10:33:22Z

Americans celebrate their flag every year, and the holiday was born in Wisconsin

WAUBEKA, Wis. (AP) — Each June, the people of Waubeka venerate perhaps the nation's most enduring symbol, celebrating Flag Day, a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans. But this unincorporated Wisconsin town about 35 miles (56 kilometers) north of Milwaukee takes the day seriously. After all, it lays claim to being the birthplace of Flag Day, thanks to a tenacious teacher in a one-room schoolhouse. Here are some things to know about...

2024-06-12T04:19:35Z

America's coolest island destinations

Anchored away from the USA are some fascinating island destinations just waiting to be explored, including Hawaii. Scroll through the gallery for some amazing images and find out more about the country's coolest ocean-side hangouts.

2024-02-17T00:12:43Z

Tourists get taste of old Japan at hidden ‘snack bars’

TOKYO — Down a Tokyo street lined with bright signs, up narrow stairs and behind a windowless door is a “snack bar” long cherished by regulars but hidden from tourists — until now. Snack bars are cosy, retro establishments found across Japan, often crammed into small buildings and equipped with karaoke systems that echo late into the night. They are typically run by a woman nicknamed “mama” who chats to customers while serving drinks with...

2024-06-11T08:53:03Z

No, the Broken Shaker Is Not Closing — It’s Just Changing Ownership

The Bar Lab team sold the popular bar to the boutique hotel in which it resides, but the bar isn’t going anywhere

2024-06-13T13:07:54Z

How South Asians Leveled Up the Bay’s Coffee World

Slowly, then all at once, Indian coffee captured San Francisco's hearts and minds. It’s all thanks to one coffee supergroup.

2024-06-10T17:57:10Z

These historic buildings were demolished... But why?

Over time, our architectural aspirations as a society have evolved in impressively futuristic ways. However, it is important to realize that these new buildings were built on the foundations of their predecessors. Unfortunately, this means many of our old architectural marvels have not withstood the test of time. Many beautiful old buildings such as libraries, churches, theaters, and museums have either been destroyed by wars or torn down to make way for parking lots and highways. Click through this gallery and take a closer look at these remnants of architectural history to better understand our past.

2024-02-07T13:53:12Z

Sofia Andres' Summer OOTDs in Madrid Are a Masterclass in Dressing Elegantly for Travel

Here's how to keep your vacation wardrobe laidback yet polished.

2024-06-16T08:06:06Z

Tolkien memorial unveiled at author's college

The bronze sculpture, created by sculptor Tim Tolkien, the writer's grand-nephew, was revealed at Pembroke College.

2024-06-12T17:26:26Z

Things to do in London this weekend (June 14 – 16)

Things to do in London this weekend (June 14 – 16) - From London’s hottest tables to late-night art shows, Mike Daw has everything to do this weekend

2024-06-10T17:06:20Z

Hotel to build 30 extra rooms in conservation area

An objector says the extra rooms will block sunlight

2024-06-15T09:06:46Z

House of memory

Independence Day, June 12, will come and go as it does every year. Philippine flags will be raised solemnly at historic sites and town plazas from Aparri to Jolo while most people sleep in, enjoying a public holiday that does little to remind us of the long struggle for independence many take for granted today. For close to four decades now, I have been writing on June 12, 1898, and never fail to find something new. More so, that online research...

2024-06-11T21:05:44Z

European Countries with Digital Nomad Visas for Filipinos

You can live and work remotely in these European countries!

2024-06-11T04:01:26Z

Southwest Air Flight ‘Dutch Roll’ Probed by US Regulators

Federal aviation safety officials are investigating a Southwest Airlines Co. flight that experienced an unusual rolling that may be linked to a damaged backup power control unit.

2024-06-14T13:25:59Z