What has 101 suites and villas, views over Bangkok’s Chao Phraya river and costs from $600 per night? Capella Bangkok, 2024’s ‘best’ hotel in the world, according to ’50 Best.’ That’s the collective view of 600 anonymous global voters, comprising travel journalists, hoteliers and seasoned travel specialists, which determined the results of “The World’s 50
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It’s a missed opportunity made by far too many – land in Calgary and then immediately be shuttled off to the Canadian Rockies ever looming to the west, with Banff National Park being within 90 minutes. In reality, Calgary should carry equal weight within any Southern Alberta itinerary. Very much a cosmopolitan city with the
Whitney Spielfogel In the heart of Athens, where ancient history blends seamlessly with modern vibrancy, lies the Gatsby Hotel, a stylish retreat that redefines luxury with a bold, retro flair. Inspired by the roaring twenties and the opulence of the Art Deco era, the Gatsby Hotel is a refreshing departure from the traditional, offering a unique
In a small town near Eldoret in western Kenya, dairy farmer Coletta Kemboi hands a cup of milk to each of her three children. This simple beverage, one that many around the world take for granted, is “white gold” for her family— a vital source of nourishment, a means of income, and a powerful shield
It wasn’t that long ago that people could – and did – travel the world with only a guidebook and a camera. But now, not being able to use your cell phone while traveling internationally is likely a dealbreaker. Here, we’ll bring you up to speed on how eSIMs work, what the benefits are, how
After being overshadowed by Guinness and Irish whiskey the last few centuries , poitín—the lesser-known Irish spirit—is seeing a revival. This Irish moonshine, deeply rooted in the country’s history and lore, is traditionally among the most potent alcoholic drinks on the planet—and it was very illegal in Ireland for over 300 years until 1997, when
People often say that to truly know Thailand, you must eat like the locals, not just on the streets but also by shopping for ingredients the way they do – in bustling markets, supermarkets and specialty stores. Each shopping experience offers a unique insight into Thai culture and cuisine, particularly local wet and floating markets,
Neste Oyj’s Singapore refinery in Singapore, one of the world’s biggest SAF plants, under construction on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. The site was chosen because its already a petrochemicals center with sound logistical connections and talent is readily available. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images The aviation industry still sees so-called “sustainable aviation fuel” (SAF)
Every winter, travelers from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond make their way into the Cascade Mountains of Washington to visit Leavenworth, a remote alpine community that’s known for its civic enthusiasm for all things Christmas – and German. Here you’ll find a large central square flanked with Fachwerk-style structures, beer gardens adorned with blue-and-white
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Hopes were high that the International Wine and Spirits’ first-ever Global Judging event of North American whiskey on home soil would unearth some fantastic bottles. Well, it didn’t disappoint. An expert panel sampled almost 500 bottles in Kentucky in early September, and the results were just
Being surrounded by the ocean on three sides, San Francisco has a bounty of seafood, from sweet Dungeness crab to fresh oysters from Tomales Bay. In addition to ocean treasures and the famous sourdough bread, SF cuisine is inflected with international influences, especially from Asia and the rest of the Pacific Rim, combined with super
Over the years Seth Watkins has won praise for the way he farms. Pinhook Farm, in southern Iowa, grows diverse crops without commercial fertilizers and with limited pesticides. It also tries to tune into the natural instincts of the livestock (such as calving in the spring, when it’s more comfortable for the cows, rather than
Auckland-based Māori writer Tommy de Silva shares his tips for Māori tourism in New Zealand. Visitors to New Zealand often don’t know much about the Māori, the Indigenous population of these islands, beyond having seen the haka (war dance) performed by the All Blacks rugby team. But we are an entrepreneurial people, who have shared
►For more delicious Portuguese food, check out my Lisbon Travel Guide: https://goo.gl/L7cF7X ►Subscribe to my videos: http://bit.ly/MarkWiensSubscribe ►Camera I use: http://amzn.to/2dEL3hv On Day 27 in Lisbon, Portugal, I made up my mind to eat as much Portuguese food and at some of the best local restaurants in Lisbon. It turned out to be a fantastic
From Their Iconic Aerial Bridge to Eating at Grandma’s to Walking along Lake Superior or taking a tour of The Glensheen Historic Estate, Duluth, Minnesota has much for travelers, tourists and vacationers to Minnesota. Here we go through what to see, eat, do and enjoy in Duluth. Filmed in Duluth & Two Harbors, Minnesota Copyright
A United Airlines Boeing 737-MAX 8 aircraft departs at San Diego International Airport en route to New York on August 24, 2024 in San Diego, California. Kevin Carter | Getty Images United Airlines said Friday that it plans to offer inflight Wi-Fi from SpaceX’s Starlink for free on its hundreds of jetliners, the biggest inflight
Off Africa’s west coast, the archipelagic nation of São Tomé and Príncipe is one of the continent’s most special secrets. Made up of two main islands, São Tomé and Príncipe offers the best of tropical paradise: long and deserted beaches fringed with palms and a plethora of activities to help you access all this beauty.
Sep. 14th, 2024 Have you ever stayed in a hotel or resort before and can’t believe it actually exists, let alone you are setting foot in such a magical place? That was the experience I had while visiting Fairmont Banff Springs; a castle-like historic hotel that makes fairytale dreams come true. Banff National Park, adjacent
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Ah, fall is upon us. Is there a better time of the year? The temperatures are dropping, the evenings are getting longer, and the trees are changing. Best of all, tailgating season is here, as folks across America gather to cheer on their favorite football teams.
Campervanning has always been a popular way to get around New Zealand, especially for travelers on a budget. This is in part thanks to the popularity of “freedom camping” (a system that allows parking overnight in designated areas at no cost across the country). Having traveled the considerable length of Aotearoa (New Zealand’s Māori language
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