Lonely Planet social media editor Deepa Lakshmin recently returned from a visit to Ireland, where she took a bus tour of some of the country’s most dramatic coastal scenery. Here, she shares some insights and tips for anyone planning a similar trip. I landed in Ireland as I typically do whenever I’m visiting a country for
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The Norwegian technology company Plaato, was founded to provide fermentation solutions to the home brewing market and is now becoming a leader in large-scale fermentation monitoring, looking to revolutionize food technology beyond the alcoholic beverage sector. Fermentation breaks down glucose in the absence of oxygen to produce alcoholic beverages and other foods, where yeasts, bacteria,
Boston is certainly up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately – can also mean a high cost of traveling. The biggest challenge is affordable accommodations, as hotels are pricey in this city of expensive real estate and packed event calendars. Fortunately, there are ways to
Richard Miller has been Executive Director of the iconic Osterhout Free Library for over a decade. In that time, he has had his share of unnerving experiences, while library staff have reported even more threatening activity. Some have encountered a doppelganger in the old, stone church basement, and others have reported terrifying shadow figures darting
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Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Inside the 20th edition of the Forbes Global 2000, the 2023 world’s largest food companies show that rising inflation has kept the food and beverage industry growing around the world. The top 25 companies in the sector generated $1.8 trillion in revenue in the past year,
Here’s the scene: I’m visiting my future husband’s family in Boston for the first time. His mother asks if I want a tonic. It seems like an odd offer, but it sounds refreshing so I accept. Then she brings me an orange soda. What? You’ve probably guessed that tonic is the word for soda in
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Are you heading to Lithuania and want to make sure you don’t upset your local Lithuanian friends or co-workers? Well here are some cultural nuances that you should know about Lithuania so you don’t upset your new friends whether you are in Vilnius, Kliapeda, or even Kaunas. How not to upset people in Lithuania. Filmed
California’s vast desert region is a land of hidden oases and canyons, towering snow-capped mountains, and sweeping panoramas that conjure visions of early California and the Old West. Unlike anywhere else in the world, the California Deserts feel like one giant natural theme park—connected by scenic open roads and a network of character-rich lodging properties.
Travelers can avoid paying some of Bhutan’s daily tourism fees, as long as they stay at least five nights. Last week, Bhutan announced changes to its Sustainable Development Fee which made headlines after it jumped from $65 to $200 a day when the country reopened its borders in September. Travelers who pay the SDF for
From calorie count to portion sizes, we wanted to find all the differences between Tim Hortons in the US and the UK. This is Food Wars. 00:09 Portion Sizes 05:34 Exclusives 19:56 Prices 21:06 Nutrition MORE FOOD WARS VIDEOS: US vs UK Little Caesars | Food Wars | Insider Food US vs UK Cinnabon |
Hotel Joaquin Lobby Hotel Joaquin, located just steps away from Shaw’s Cove in the artist’s enclave of Laguna Beach, was formerly a hip, roadside motel during the birth of the 1940’s California Riviera. The transformed boutique hotel offers guests an exclusive and intimate feel, with just 22, unique rooms decorated in a chic, St. Barths
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 no-fly destination and what to see and do along the way. We asked Lonely Planet editor Amy Lynch to share her experience taking the ferry from Ireland to Bilbao,
Wing of a B-52 Bomber getty As the 19-year-old man enthusiastically drove a forklift, music blasted and hoses exploded with wine, spraying it all over the cellar. This was one of the best parts of this young man’s day yet a close second was his morning routine – driving around stunning Russian River Valley vineyards
Spread across 7000 islands and dotted with megacities, mountain ranges, and mighty national parks, Japan can appear a little intimidating to explore at first glance. But look a little closer, and you’ll find this Asian powerhouse is a delight to travel around, whether by train, ferry or using a hired set of wheels. Here’s our guide to
The issue of tipping has long been a thorn in the side of British cruise customers, leaving a sour taste for the unwary who can be hit with unexpected charges running into hundreds of pounds. As the popularity of cruising has grown, more passengers have become accustomed to this quirky tradition that takes its cue
Retired NYPD homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi and psychic medium Amy Allan of The Dead Files travel to Florida to investigate a shattered family’s claim that a malicious paranormal entity is after the mother and son of the household. Following Amy’s late-night exploration of the property, she encounters the spirit of a vicious witch who’s intent
On June first 2023 the application window opened for the third annual Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge which provides one million dollars each year in awards to promising food supply innovations. The window is open until August 1. The contest is funded through Seeding The Future Foundation, a family foundation started by Bernhard
Maintaining its trend for revolution and transformation, Boston is still one of the most forward-thinking and barrier-breaking destinations in the US. It might be an expensive place to visit, but follow these tips and you could be doing some of Beantown’s top activities without spending a dime at all. Here’s the scoop on the best things to