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Rain cheque: The Singapore hotel that will pay YOU if there's a downpour

InterContinental Singapore has unveiled a package called 'Rain Resist Bliss', with guests receiving a rebate voucher at the value of their one-night room rate 'if their plans are disrupted by the rain'.

Best Banks for International Travelers for May 2024

Discover the best bank accounts for international travel in May 2024. The top accounts help you save for travel or have access your money internationally.

Must-visit: Recommended tourist destinations in South Korea

Colic: What it is, what causes it, and how you can treat it

Welcoming a child into the world can be one of the happiest and most beautiful experiences in a person's life. Countless people around the world hold newborns in their arms and look towards a purposeful future of love, nurturing, and, of course, hard work. Caring for an infant is a roller coaster of emotions, oscillating between extreme joy and extreme exhaustion. For many new parents and caretakers, one of the first extreme hardships will be caring for a colicky baby. Babies with colic are known to cry incessantly into the night, suffer from gastrointestinal pain, and be subjected to so much stress that their face turns red. Thankfully, colic is rarely dangerous, but it can take a massive toll on both the baby and the caretakers who can suffer from irritation and sleep deprivation as well. The more one knows about colic, however, the easier it can be to handle this condition. Read on to find out all you need to know colic, and how to get you and your baby through it.

Southwest Airlines launches compensation program for flight delays

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Southwest Airlines said it had launched a compensation program for flight delays as part of a $140 million U.S. Department of Transportation settlement over the carrier's meltdown in December 2022 during a busy holiday travel period. Southwest in December 2023 agreed over three years to provide $90 million in travel vouchers of $75 or more to passengers

Zebras get loose near highway exit, gallop into Washington community before most are corralled

NORTH BEND, Wash. (AP) — It was an unusual wildlife sighting Sunday when four zebras escaped from their trailer and galloped into a Washington neighborhood. Three of the four black-and-white striped animals were quickly captured, but the fate of the fourth wasn’t immediately known Monday, Washington State Patrol Trooper Rick Johnson said. The zebras were being transported from Washington to Montana when the driver took the Interstate 90 exit for...

Check out California's best-kept travel secrets

From San Francisco to San Diego and everything in between, there are plenty of reasons to fall in love with the Golden State. However, many visitors get lost in tourist traps and miss out on hidden gems along the way. Click through the following gallery and discover the most astonishing attractions the California coast has to offer.

The Mystery of Michael Mina

At 13 years old, Michael Mina visited San Francisco for the first time. It was an eye-opening experience for the Egyptian immigrant, raised in a rural, majority-white town in Washington state. The trip changed the trajectory of his life forever.

Residents offer to host struggling 'Dave Day' bikers

Bikers heading to Barrow for a memorial event in memory of Dave Myers will be put up by locals.

The Return of a Beloved ‘90s Italian Restuarant and More Chicago Pop-Ups

Plus, a log of the city’s best bar and restaurant pop-ups

'Disorderly' Yellowstone tourist arrested after skirmish with bison

Yellowstone National Park marked its spring opening on April 19, and it took only two days for a careless tourist to become injured by a bison. The park announced Monday that on April 21, Clarence Yoder of Idaho Falls, Idaho, was injured after…

The best jazz clubs around the world

Jazz music has an incredible history. It was a genre born and reborn in various small venues across great distances, changing a little bit here and there over many years as it passed through the hands of so many genius musicians, as well as through the various energies packed into the small spaces where the pioneers of the genre went against the grain and made music their own way. The best way to experience jazz is certainly to have it right in front of you, as its founders intended. Sitting in a cozy jazz club and enjoying the atmosphere can be an incredible reset to your own energy. Plus, choosing a jazz club with history can make your experience even more meaningful. Intrigued? Click through to see some of the top jazz clubs around the world.

Gateway Gallery mounts bangus-themed art exhibit

THE words "bangus" and "art" may not usually come together, but from April 21 until May 3, 2024, different local artists showcase how beautiful this humble fish could be. Bang Bang Special Crispy Bangus, together with ArtShow Philippines and Gateway Gallery, mounts a bangus-themed art exhibit that features drawings, paintings and sculptures inspired by the bangus. Titled "Bangus Art: A Collective Art Exhibit on our National Fish," the exhibit is...

AirAsia PH eyeing Malaysia-Boracay flights

AIRASIA Philippines wants to attract more foreign tourists to Boracay via direct flights from Malaysia. "Recognizing the challenges posed by congestion in Manila, AirAsia is exploring the possibility of opening direct flights to Boracay to offer guests a convenient and seamless travel journey to the island," AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla said. "The profile of AirAsia travelers to Boracay consists of millennials and young professionals ages...

Nudists hit back at plans for luxury housing development overlooking their beach

Locals in Portsmouth are waiting to see whether a former MoD site will be transformed into lavish housing - but nudists fear they will have 'nowhere to go' as the site overlooks their beach

Locals in one of 'UK's most rundown seaside towns' hit back at criticisms

Cleethorpes has been named one of the UK's worst seaside towns but according to locals the reputation isn't deserved - and they argue it's actually full of brilliant shops and a great beach

The best country singers in history

30 of Las Vegas’s Most Exciting Off-Strip Chefs Want to Feed You in One Night

Plus, a coffee shop goes downtown and Bojangles takes its biscuits to Vegas

This type of vacation rental cancellation is on the rise. Are you next?

Selling a vacation rental out from under a guest is becoming a big problem. Insiders say it's causing a disruption for vacationers.

Close asylum loophole by only issuing visas for top Unis, report says

The study, by the centre-Right think-tank Onward, proposed the 'radical' changes to immigration rules to help bring down the overall number of people moving to the UK permanently.

Slide that fell off plane found outside home of lawyer suing Boeing

The Boeing emergency slide that fell off a Los Angeles-bound Delta flight from New York of Friday was reportedly found approximately 10 miles from JFK Airport.

20 signs you might be a terrible tourist

Being a travel expert and being a good tourist are not the same. While someone might know of the best hotels to stay at in a foreign city or how to combat jet lag, their behaviour abroad might be less than ideal. Here are the signs you or someone you know might be a terrible tourist.

Centralia: The Pennsylvania ghost town with a 50-year-old fire

The most common cultural mistakes people make, and how to avoid them

Navigating cultural differences can be a delicate dance, where one misstep can lead to embarrassment or offense. From improper table manners to inappropriate gestures, it's easy to commit many a social crime. But you can avoid this! Check out this informative gallery before you next travel, to find out the most common cultural faux pas and a few tips on how to avoid making them.

Breathtaking wildflower landscapes that look like paintings

Few natural wonders can match a panorama of colorful flowers. Whether carpeting fields or embroidering meadows, there's nothing quite like a landscape flecked with the saturated hues of vibrant blooms. They really do paint a pretty picture! Browse the gallery and take your pick among these beautiful flower photographs that look like living works of art.

National Trust savaged for 'pulling rug from under' theatre production

Brownsea Open Air Theatre (BOAT) attracts 4,000 visitors each summer to their Shakespeare performances in a temporary auditorium on Brownsea Island in Dorset.

The most picturesque mountain towns in America

Purple mountain majesty is right! The United States is home to some of the most stunning mountain scenery in the world. Snow or shine you can visit one of these towns and find the outdoor adventure of your dreams. Without further ado, here are 50 of the most beautiful mountain destinations America has to offer.

NCCA spearheads National Heritage Month with IP as focus

THE month of May is National Heritage Month (NHM), declared through Presidential Proclamation 439, s. 2003, reinforcing the importance of preserving and promoting the Philippines' rich cultural heritage in this digital age. This year's theme, "Championing Heritage: Capacity Building to Transform Communities," highlights the essential role of capacity building in empowering communities to preserve their cultural identity. The theme celebrates the...

China Southern Joins Deal Frenzy for C919 Jet to Rival Duopoly

China Southern Airlines Co. said it will buy 100 Comac C919 jets, bolstering the streak of recent orders for the local planemaker vying for a role alongside incumbents Boeing Co. and Airbus SE.

Invest and own a piece of paradise with Jpark Island Resort Condotel

Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark. Mactan Cebu announces a grand investment opportunity with the launch of Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark. Mactan Cebu Condotel on April 24, 2024. The resort’s condotel investment opportunity consists of 355 units with guaranteed annual returns and a buy-back deal after 10 years. with an exit plan. We promise you that with our new product, you will earn and enjoy life [by] bringing your families here and enjoying...

Blade is launching a luxury bus service between NYC and the Hamptons that costs from $195 one-way

Blade aims for its luxury bus journey to have the same level of service as a private flight.

Heathrow strikes called off last minute in huge boost for holidaymakers

Unite warned flights would be cancelled and passengers hit by travel chaos as unionised airport workers prepared to walk out. Refuelers working for Aviation Fuel Services at Heathrow Airport have now cancelled the flight

South Korea, patok na destination sa mga Pinoy na gustong ma-experience ang K-culture | UB

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Bonza cancelling flights across Australia

Australia's newest budget airline Bonza has cancelled flights leaving from major airports across the country.

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.

Finnair pauses some Estonia flights due to GPS interference

HELSINKI/VILNIUS (Reuters) -Finnair said on Monday it is pausing flights to Tartu in eastern Estonia for one month due to GPS disturbances in the area, which Tallinn blamed on neighbouring Russia. GPS jamming and spoofing have grown worse in Eastern Europe, the Black Sea and the Middle East, all areas close to conflict zones, according to industry group OpsGroup. GPS is a growing part of aviation

At ‘vast, remote’ Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, unwritten rules for tourists may soon become real restrictions

When Bronwyn Dodd looks out across Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, an expanse covering almost 1,000 sq km in the middle of a national park, she thinks of home. It’s a place both sacred and dangerous, she says, which is why there’s a plan to stop people walking on the lake bed without permission. “I think of the place my father, my grandparents and all those that came before have walked, dived, hunted, survived,” the chair of the Arabana Aboriginal...

The best American movie set in each state

With a land area more than twice as large as the whole European continent, the US landscape is as vast and varied as its film culture. All American states, with their unique culture and setting, have produced great iconic movies that have helped shape our national identity. Check out which ones came from your state!

Iloilo City's rise to greatness

ILOILO City has transformed remarkably from being a so-called sleeping metropolis to a dynamic hub of economic activity and cultural vibrancy. The name Iloilo City originated from the native word irong-irong, meaning "nose," referring to the nose-like shape of the main settlement area, shaped by the Iloilo River during the pre-Spanish period. Chinese traders, pronouncing "r" sounds as "l" sounds, popularized the term "ilong-ilong," which...

How the Legendary Joe T. Garcia’s in Fort Worth Keeps the Line to Get in So Long

We’d like an explanation for the “nachos” but the patio and enchiladas remain unmatched

'Unruly and physically combative' passenger to pay $20K to United Airlines

A seemingly intoxicated passenger who fought with his girlfriend and threatened flight crew was fined over $20,000 in restitution fees to the airline.

Rustan Summer evokes 'state of mind' outdoor oasis

WELCOME summer's warm embrace with Rustan's as the season returns with a new feeling: beyond the excitement of summer fun comes the desire for relaxation, rejuvenation and wellness. These delights were brought closer to patrons in the city, allowing each to revel in a serene space inspired by the beauty of the outdoors. Amid lush greenery, vibrant blooms, natural textures and inspiring displays, shoppers could expect nothing less than an oasis...

The most unusual tropical fruits in the world

In some of the world’s most lush tropical landscapes, there is a vibrant tapestry of flavor that is waiting to be explored. Tropical fruits not only have a way of tantalizing your senses, but they also have many health benefits. Yet there are some exotic fruits that many people have never heard of! Curious? Click through this gallery to discover some strange fruits from around the world.

Hong Kong Disneyland's New Marvel Attractions and Shows

Here's where to buy your tickets at a discount.

The Rolling Stones Kick Off 'Hackney Diamonds' Tour in Houston — See the Photos!

The iconic rock band will tour the U.S. through July

Bus, UV express, taxi, at limang motorsiklo, nagkarambola sa Fairview | UB

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The 30 cheapest places to live in the US in 2024

Living in the US can be expensive, but some cities still have a much lower cost of living compared to others. The platform Niche compiled a list of the most affordable cities to live in the US in 2024. When assessing the cost of living, they considered factors such as housing costs, tax rates, and the cost of essentials like food and fuel. Curious to discover the 30 most affordable US cities to live in this year? Then click through the gallery.

Dubai plans to move airport to new facility within 10 years

Dubai plans to move airport to new facility within 10 years

A Staple of Brighton Beach Has Closed

Varenichnaya, a local favorite dumpling house, shutters its doors

Peacock Hiking Prices for Second Time in Two Years

NBCUniversal is looking to wring more money out of Peacock subscribers, with the streamer set to raise prices this summer — one year after its last fee hike. Beginning in mid-July, the price for Peacock Premium (with ads) will increase by $2 to $7.99 per month and Peacock Premium Plus (mostly ad-free) is also going […]