Spread across six towers, the ultra-luxury resort will offer 795-rooms, 17-celebrity run restaurants and bars, and the world’s largest jellyfish aquarium when it opens to guests in 2023. There’s no shortage of luxury hotels in Dubai. Slated to open in 2023, Atlantis The Royal Dubai will be ushering in the next generation of “ultra-luxury” hotel
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The Windy City is a cultural powerhouse boasting some of the country’s finest skyscrapers, treasure-trove museums, and a revived restaurant scene. Visit http://www.lonelyplanet.com/usa/chicago for more information about Chicago.
On Day 8 of our trip to Jordan, we drove from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea. But in the morning before we left, we first had a camel ride in the desert. It was amazing to see Wadi Rum from the back of a camel, such a peaceful way to experience Wadi Rum. Once
Travel demand is still picking up, and so are the prices of flight tickets. Surging prices are causing some to cut back on spending, but others are finding new ways to pay for their holiday plans. More airlines are partnering with “buy now, pay later” firms to give customers the option to pay for their
The supply and distribution of food and disaster relief items to Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states will soon be facilitated by two separately-managed regional logistics hubs, both based in Barbados. In a region in which extreme weather, US import dependency and regional barriers to trade are ongoing threats to food security, the two facilities* will
1 Hotel Central Park Lobby To craft an oasis of lush greenery within the concrete jungle of Manhattan is no casual feat. One block proximity to the south entrance of splendid Central Park certainly aids in the effort, as does a holistic commitment to biophilic design, yet the city’s hustle and bustle naturally infiltrates this
North Carolina is a land of contrasts, ranging from miles and miles of coastal bliss to the rolling hills of central Piedmont to the towering peaks of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains at its western border – including 6,684ft Mt Mitchell, the tallest peak in the eastern US. Because of the topographical variations,
If you speak to a chef in America, he or she probably owns a Japanese knife. But this notion was not so common back in the 1980s. How did it happen? It was the job of Saori Kawano who single-handedly educated American chefs and made premium Japanese knives available to them. Kawano founded Korin in
Morocco is a country of dazzling diversity, from its ancient cities and craggy mountain ranges to rolling deserts and deserted beaches. One day you could be scaling Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak, the next you could be meeting designers in Marrakesh, riding the Atlantic rollers in Essaouira, strolling through the twisting blue alleyways of Chefchaouen,
Visit http://www.lonelyplanet.com/usa/florida/orlando for more information about Orlando. Orlando is a city designed for pleasure and entertainment – and you can find plenty of offbeat attractions beyond the gates of Disneyworld.
The White House is working to assure voters President Joe Biden is doing everything he can to lower the cost of living with just two weeks until Election Day as polls increasingly show the economy as a top concern for Americans. Flanked by CFPB Director Rohit Chopra and FTC Chair Lina Khan at the White House
Lonely Planet’s “Give it a Try” series is all about making a case for obvious travel experiences that may have been discounted for being too touristy or popular. Here, photographer Austin Bush – a Thailand local – explains why you need to see beyond the neon and noise to appreciate Bangkok’s Khao San Road. Khao
Dia de los muertos, the Day of the Dead, is observed across Mexico on November 1st and 2nd. The lively celebration includes colorful decorations and elaborate ofrendas (altars) that feature food and drinks to welcome back the souls of the departed to the world of the living. And while there are iconic dishes and beverages
Victoria & Alfred Hotel If you’re looking for the perfect jumping off point to explore Cape Town, the Victoria & Alfred Hotel is your spot. This 1904 historic warehouse has been reimagined as a fantastic full service hotel situated right on the harbor with views of Table Mountain. The hotel was named for Queen Victoria and
There are numerous ways to get around the beautiful island of Jamaica. From buses to cabs or route taxis, you’ll find a large number of transportation options – many of them informal. Here’s all you need to know about getting around Jamaica. Is it safe for tourists to drive in Jamaica? Jamaica’s 4200 sq miles
Have you ever sausage a recall? Bob Evans Farms Foods, Inc., is pulling a lot of pork. More specifically, the company is recalling approximately 7,560 pounds of Italian pork sausage products due to some health concerns, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announcement. The link to health
The best travel advice comes from the people who have done it all before. In this series, we ask well-traveled experts for their tips and advice. Writer Isabel Allende (often referred to as “the world’s most widely read Spanish-language author”) is currently on a book tour promoting her newest novel, Violeta. We caught up with her recently
Every day is Halloween in this London shop that specializes in providing goods and supplies for every kind of monster. Take a look inside… if you dare. Download Lonely Planet’s Guides App for thousands of recommendations curated by our experts: APPLE: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/guides-by-lonely-planet/id1045791869 ANDROID: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lonelyplanet.guides&hl=en_US
In this article LUV Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Southwest Airlines Co. Boeing 737 passenger jet pushes back from a gate at Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., on Monday, Oct. 11, 2021. Luke Sharrett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Southwest Airlines on Thursday joined other airlines in forecasting that strong
If you’re looking for a deep dive into historical, cultural and ecological diversity, New Mexico might be as enchanting as its license plates suggest. From the northern tip of the Chihuahuan Desert to 9000 miles above sea level at the Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico has diverse climates – and all the sites and activities
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