A recent sports article in The Athletic (owned by the New York Times NYT ) highlighted the slew of sponsored college bowl games that have sprung up over the years that sound more like advertisements than sporting events including Duke’s Mayo Bowl, the PopTarts Bowl and Cheeze-It Citrus Bowl. From that one bowl game, Duke’s
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The second-largest country in Central America, Honduras is a sprawl of mountains, islands, coastal plains and tropical lowlands. But despite the distances involved and the varied topography, getting around is relatively straightforward. The country is well covered by a network of flights and bus routes, with boats running to outlying islands and local variations on
While all the holiday parties, festive events, and gatherings are behind us, feelings of stress may still be lingering. If one of your resolutions is to relax more, then plan to start the year off right and rejuvenate the body, mind, and soul with a vacation to one of the destinations below. While these locations
Jan. 4th, 2024 Images and Video by Dan and Zora Avila A journey into the heart of the Okavango Delta with &Beyond Tented Camps will saturate your senses while satiating your soul in a curated reconnection with nature at its most primal. The tented camp experience offers a sublime experience, utterly embraced by the untamed
In this article UAL ALK BA Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Passenger oxygen masks hang from the roof next to a missing window and a portion of a side wall of an Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, which had been bound for Ontario, California and suffered depressurization soon after departing, in Portland, Oregon, U.S., on
As 2024 kicks off, it’s time to plan some of the most mind-blowing adventures the world has to offer – using the opportunity to uncover new parts of yourself along the way. To get you started, we’ve delved into Lonely Planet’s Your Trip Starts Here, and picked 24 trip ideas suitable for everyone, especially those who
Ridley Scott’s mark on the film industry cannot be overstated. With over 40 years in the business, the lifetime achievement award-winning director has been so pivotal in the success of Britain’s silver screens he even managed to get himself knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. Still, beyond his many cinematic achievements (see: Alien, Blade Runner and
Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus, or bike – with tips on how to reach your destination without flying, and what to see and do along the way. Here, Daniel James Clarke explains how he traveled from Lapland to the Lofoten Islands, crossing the Arctic
Now that 2024 is here, chefs, bartenders and culinary experts are sharing insights regarding where they believe the industry is headed this year, and what we can expect to eat, drink and experience this new year. Culinary Trends for 2024 Official 2024 Flavor of the Year: Ube California-based T. Hasegawa has developed custom flavors for
While a plane may get you there faster, road-tripping across the US is one of the most iconically American things you can do. Get up close and personal with the country’s most striking landscapes – dense eastern forests, windswept plains, red rock canyons, dramatic Pacific coastlines – and make pit stops at some of its
Jan. 5th, 2024 It is one of Big Smoke’s most posh neighborhoods. There you’ll find some of London’s top galleries and museums, walking streets with all manner of restaurants and cafes, and, of course, shop after shop offering the utmost in glorious shopping. The locality exudes class but not in a gaudy or over-the-top kind
Whether you are a die-hard ice bath fan with a cold plunge tub in your backyard or looking to try cold plunging for the first time, several destinations marry invigorating chills with arresting vistas. Avid followers of the Wim Hof Method can espouse the benefits of cold water therapy – mindfulness, mental strength, alertness, exhilaration,
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Welcome to 2024! Some major headlines are bound to bubble up on the food beat this year, and I’m ready to go. I’ve already been diving into my first stories of the year, and as I plan out more for this newsletter, I’d love to know
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This is your sign—a public service announcement, if you will—to forget the clichéd restrictions and ‘resolutions’ of the New Year and dive straight in to a Happy New Year of Eating. It’s London in January, after all. What kind of fun could we possibly be having without whiling away our evenings in all the warm,
Founded in 1794, two years before Tennessee became the nation’s 16th state, Clarksville, Tennessee is a city filled with authentic experiences, sites and inspiring people that unlock a rich history and culture. While nearby Nashville is popular for bachelor parties, college aged-tourists, and those looking to party the night away at concerts and honky tonks,
It would take weeks – maybe months – to experience everything Crete has to offer. But to start you off, here are some of our favorite things to do on this stunning Greek island. From lounging on the beaches to hiking in the stark, dramatic mountains and gorges, from dining in delicious tavernas to partying all night
Nothing about flying is as exasperating as getting your flight delayed, cancelled or disrupted. Arriving at or departing from a destination on time is one of the most important considerations a traveler takes before deciding whether to book a subsequent flight from the same airline. Latest results from travel data analytics firm Cirium revealed that
Most coffee houses in New York City have turned into temporary remote work places for a myriad of denizens who spend part of their week working away from the office. Guests drinking coffee while using their laptops have become part of the urban landscape. But don’t tell that to Honey Moon Udarbe, who operates two
Colorful monasteries, snow-capped peaks, peaceful villages lined with chili farms: the beauty of Bhutan is visible around every turn of its hairpin roads. Internationally famous for its commitment to “Gross National Happiness,” carbon-negative status and eye-popping daily Sustainable Development Fee for visitors, Bhutan has worked hard to protect its unique culture and natural beauty –