Destinations

The first thing that comes to mind for many people when thinking of Belize is the beautiful beaches, but there is much more to this fascinating country. It is a vibrant melting point of cultures from Mayan and Mestizo to Garifuna and Creole. This diversity of cultures makes it a particularly enriching destination. Belize is

Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa Escaping the city and living in the quiet serenity of the mountains is a recurring fantasy for many these days. “Homesteading” is a rising trend on social media apps like TikTok, people walking away from their lives in corporate America, moving away from the city and trying to live

Our perfect Bintan Island escape ticked all the boxes for a luxury island getaway to soak up the sun, sea and sand. This Indonesian tropical island (which is part of the Riau Archipelago) is close to both major travel hubs of Singapore and Malaysia and its easy to hop on a boat and be checking

Columbia Hillen Highlight of a stay at Lisbon’s Lumen Hotel is undoubtedly its dynamic outdoor color and light show presented every evening reflecting aspects of Portugal’s checkered history.  Columbia Hillen Promptly at 10pm, guests take their seats either in the interior courtyard or at tables along the first-floor terrace and enjoy dazzling entertainment projected onto

New Zealand is a leading destination for sightseers worldwide; from the North Island’s coastal shores to the South Island’s scenic fjords, this remote country vows an unforgettable experience. Nevertheless, planning a trip to New Zealand requires thorough planning and consideration to make the most of your time there. Before you book your dream holiday, here

All Images Credit Handpicked Hotels England offers a wide range of accommodations for travelers, from sleek, modern skyscraping hotels in bustling cities to secluded rural escapes surrounded by bucolic landscapes. Yet for the historically curious, few experiences compare to a stay in a medieval castle or stately manor. These grand structures, steeped in centuries of

From the top of the baroque Vor Frelsers Kirke I could see almost all of central Copenhagen. The 400 steps up the winding spiral staircase hadn’t seemed too demanding, not even the last 150, which wound around the outside of the bell tower. The last few steps were only just wide enough for one person

All Images credit Bayerischer Hof Hotel As the legendary German writer Thomas Mann once said, “Munich is a city that lives in the heart of the world.” Staying at the Bayerischer Hof Hotel is an embodiment of this sentiment, where the heart of the city beats in every corner. Here, the past and present are

Once thought to be inhospitable, the allure of the polar regions has existed since Viking times. But only in the last century has it become possible to visit these stark landscapes and marvel at the abundant wildlife in relative comfort. And whilst adventurers have pushed the boundaries of human endurance and polar exploration, today Quark

Rock-stacking is one of humanity’s most ancient art forms. But it is also contentious.  Hike far enough on just about any trail in the world, and you’ll likely spot a collection of stones placed atop each other that form impromptu sculptures. Some call them cairns. Others favor more colorful terms like “stone balancing” or “prayer

When we say that Malta is jam-packed full of culture, food and nature, we’re not exaggerating. After all, even though the 27km(17-mile)-long island is the tenth smallest country in the world, it’s the fifth-most densely populated. Which means that whether you’re a solo traveler, retired explorer or large family on vacation, you don’t have to

I first fell in love with Ljubljana around 25 years ago – how could you not fall in love with a city whose name just happens to be formed partly from the Slovenian word for love? With a wonderfully atmospheric old town lorded over by an imposing hilltop castle and carved in half by the

Renowned as one of Europe’s sunniest destinations, the islands that make up Malta are indeed an ideal place for a vacation filled with swims and lying out for hours. In the middle of the Mediterranean Sea – 96km (60 miles) south of Sicily and 386km (240 miles) east of Tunisia – the diminutive but mighty

If New York’s nightlife scene were a keg, it’d never get kicked. NYC overflows with options no matter the day: dance the night away inside a Brooklyn warehouse, slide into a speakeasy-style cocktail joint or applaud burlesque performers who bare it all for rowdy crowds. Beer buffs sample flights at local breweries, socialites sip Manhattans in swanky

Charleston delights all the senses – visually with its cobblestone streets and charming architecture, audibly with the local twang and, y’all…then there’s the food, which is a sensory overload on every level. From its dives to its elaborate divines, there is something for every budget, palette and person in Charleston. I’m a Virginia native and

The art of traveling has long been tied to rejuvenation, whether it’s indulging in the discoveries of a new city or simply winding down and relaxing in a stunning destination. But in recent years, there’s been a rising focus on using our valuable time off to truly reset and calibrate by focusing on both mental

They call Annecy the “Venice of the Alps” for good reason. An utterly charming town in the Haute-Savoie region of Southeastern France, it is crisscrossed by canals lined by flower boxes and encircles a great, glittering alpine lake, with shorelines best seen from the bow of a boat. Guided by French friends with a family

From the Art Institute and architectural boat tours to world-class restaurants and award-winning theater productions, you will never run out of things to spend your hard-earned dollars on in the Windy City. But that doesn’t mean you need to blow up your budget to have a good time. With some insider knowledge and a few

Chicago has enough cloud-poking towers, rockin’ live-music clubs and world-class museums to keep you occupied for weeks, but just beyond city limits, you can also scale sand dunes at a national park, rev a Harley and amble around wineries. Here are seven easy day trips that are no more than two hours away from the

Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are assembled at the company’s plant in Renton, Washington, U.S. June 25, 2024.  Jennifer Buchanan | Via Reuters LONDON — Boeing‘s output of 737 Max planes is showing signs of improvement, the new head of its commercial unit said ahead of a major air show on Sunday, while admitting that the

In this article BA Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Boeing 777X airplane takes off during its first test flight from the company’s plant in Everett, Washington, January 25, 2020. Terray Sylvester | Reuters FARNBOROUGH, England — Boeing won orders for at least 40 wide-body jetliners from Korean Air, including the yet-to-be-certified 777X jetliner,

Singapore is the world’s safest city for tourists, according to new research by Forbes Advisor. The study, which analyzed factors such as crime, healthcare quality and risks of natural disasters, ascribed safety scores from 0 to 100 — with the safest cities receiving the lowest scores. Based on the study’s assessment, Singapore scored 0 points.

Paris boasts many luxurious five-star accommodations. At the Hotel Plaza Athénée, a single night during peak season can cost around $44,000, while a stay in the Imperial Suite at the Ritz Paris can command an astounding $70,000 per night.  Hôtel de Crillon, an 18th-century palace which was converted into a luxury hotel in 1909, has

In this article LUV Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Southwest commercial airliner takes off from Las Vegas on Feb. 8, 2024. Mike Blake | Reuters Southwest Airlines is ending open seating and will offer extra legroom seats on its airplanes as mounting pressure on the carrier to increase revenue prompts the biggest changes

In this article LUV Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Southwest Airlines on Thursday forecast a potential drop in unit revenue for the third quarter as an oversupplied U.S. market has forced airlines to discount tickets during what is usually the most lucrative period of the year. Southwest said unit revenue for the current quarter

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In 2023, Rowena Hennigan came to a difficult but necessary conclusion — she needed an extended break from work. Hennigan was dealing with disrupted sleep, anxiety, brain fog — all normal symptoms of menopause – but it was wreaking havoc on her work and her mental health. She said she tried exercise, a new diet,

Chuo Ward, Tokyo, Japan – February 23, 2018; Top luxury shopping streets with multi colored neon signs. Ginza avenues are lined with shops of expensive brands and restaurants in the heart of Tokyo. It is half past five p.m. on Friday. People flock to Ginza for shopping, dinner and drinking with their friends. Ginza became

FARNBOROUGH, England — Airlines showcased new business class seats at one of the world’s biggest air shows this week, as corporate travel demand is forecast to rise in 2024 in a new report. Qatar Airways displayed its business class upgrade at Farnborough Airshow near London. The most talked-about new feature was the in-flight entertainment monitors

Perhaps no other US location has the diversity of Alaska when it comes to hiking. From casual strolls to hardcore alpine scrambling, the state proves itself over and over again as a destination of choice for trekkers. Those seeking solitude should venture out of the main city centers and tackle trails not usually traveled by the