The best hotel in the world is Passalacqua, an 18th century villa on the edge of Italy’s Lake Como. That’s according to the 50 Best organization, which announced the results of “The World’s 50 Best Hotels” in London on Tuesday. The villa hotel is the former home of composer Vincenzo Bellini and sits among
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The New York World Wine and Spirits Competition held its annual judging in Brooklyn last month and its organizers have been slowly pouring out the results ever since. A few weeks back, whiskey lovers were shocked to learn that 15 Stars—a relatively obscure craft producer out of Kentucky—had beaten out far bigger brands from the
From weeklong family trips Mickey-ing it up at Walt Disney World to the most lavish of weekends partying on South Beach, the costs can spiral quickly no matter where you find yourself in Florida. But, amid the often sunny-meets-relaxed razzle dazzle, there are plenty of opportunities for budget-conscious travelers to feel right at home in
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The Brewers Association, the trade association representing America’s small and independent brewers, has announced the 263 breweries that won the 303 medals at the 2023 Great American Beer Festival, the largest beer competition in America. The annual competition is open to America’s craft breweries. The winners are announced on the last day of the annual
If you’re looking for ghost towns, haunted houses, and creepy attractions to visit this fall, look no further than these destinations below. From dark local histories to paranormal investigative hot spots, there’s something for every Halloween enthusiast looking for a perfectly frightful October getaway. An autumn day in Salem, Massachusetts by Laura Michalski – Unsplash
Ibiza Gran Hotel At Ibiza Gran Hotel, the first five-star hotel that entered Ibiza, the destination has recently unveiled a breathtaking renovation to its largest suite. Known as Gran Suite Dalt Vila, the suite is considered one of the most decadent and sought-after suites across the Balearics with pricing starting at $7,000 USD per night. The
Mongolia is a very special place. Families who don’t mind stepping outside the familiar can explore nomadic lifestyles, see pristine nature, and try all sorts of adventurous activities with children. Horse and camel riding, historical and cultural museums, and myriad national parks will help you create unforgettable memories with your children in Mongolia, but long
Fatcamera | E+ | Getty Images Long waits to receive new passports haven’t yet eased from earlier this year, as the U.S. State Department works through a backlog of applications amid high demand for international travel. While the State Department expects delays to shorten through the rest of 2023, travelers should continue to plan well
It was a pleasant early-autumn afternoon at Firriato Winery’s Cavanera Estate on the north-east slopes of Mount Etna. Cumulus clouds linger in the bright blue sky as the volcano’s familiar coronet of smoke dances upward into the atmosphere. Built atop an ancient lava flow, the Cavanera Etna estate captures the volcano’s essence through Vitus vinifera
With a bit of planning, visiting the USA can be fun and done on a tight budget. Abundant with mountains, canyons, rivers and beaches, the great outdoors is one of America’s finest treasures, and much of our natural splendor is free. Camping costs are minimal, too. Small towns are typically quite affordable, with mom-and-pop motels
The three main gateway cities to Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville – share an abiding love for the patron saint of East Tennessee: Dolly Parton. As the country music superstar once joked, it takes a lot of money to look this cheap, so go ahead and dive into the tacky exuberance of
There are not very many Americans still doing the farming that feeds our citizens and many others around the world. The legacy of the Homestead Act of 1862 persists in that many of those farmers still own land from those 160 acre grants that have been passed down for generations, but particularly for the “broad
Orlando, Florida—sometimes called the “Halloween Vacation Capital”—invites visitors to celebrate the spooky season with a full lineup of frightful and family-friendly experiences throughout the destination. Visitors can enjoy hair-raising, spooktacular events, such as horror movie brunches, paranormal-themed escape rooms, haunted botanical gardens, kid-friendly trick-or-treat trails, and an adults-only vampire bar. “Orlando lives up to its
The resort’s welcoming entrance fountain is lit up in pink. Photo courtesy of Terranea Resort The main entrance of Terranea is bathed in a rosy pink every October for Beast Cancer Awareness Month. This is the 9th year the oceanfront luxury resort provides blush colored cocktails and a variety of enrichment activities to guests. Proceeds for
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There’s really no wrong time of year to visit Mexico City. Its always-temperate weather, extensive and affordable hotel and dining scene, and breadth of culture make it ideal for nearly every kind of traveler. As one of the world’s largest cities, it can feel overwhelming, but it’s a city of neighborhoods, each with its own
Getty Images If you want a good deal on airfare for the fall and winter holidays, get ready to book. “The best time to book is between today and the second week of October, as prices are low and there are a lot of seats left to book,” Hayley Berg, lead economist at Hopper, said Thursday.
Remember the days when entrepreneurs opened either a separate restaurant, a bakery or gourmet shop and that was suffice to generate a profit. The trend these days is hyphenated businesses, combining several specialties, where multiple revenues flow to generate enough profit to sustain business. Welcome to Pasta Corner, which opened in midtown Manhattan, in proximity
Singapore has a well-cultivated image of being a safe country. Too safe perhaps for some, who balk at its infamously strict rules and fines for flouting them, and find the gleaming modern city too sanitized for their liking. Others appreciate the clean streets and manicured gardens amidst the tall buildings along with the intriguing mix