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Once Threatened with Extinction, Towel Animals Are Absolutely Thriving
Made famous by resorts and cruises in the 1990s, the folding of towels into cute animals is gaining popularity, resulting in countless towel art competition and “room reveal” videos.
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India's disappearing Chinese community
In the crowded east Indian city of Kolkata, a small community of Hakka Chinese have been living quietly for more than a century now.
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The Masterclasses 2023: 10 travel writing tips from our experts
From seeking out stories to writing a compelling piece, the latest Masterclasses, focused on travel writing, were full of insights from some of the best in the industry.
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‘Much less stressful’: London City airport ends 100ml liquid rule
Upgraded scanners allow travellers to bring containers of up to 2 litres in hand luggage
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Aruba, the Romantic Adventure You've Been Waiting For
The Aruba Effect – “an overwhelming sense of happiness that comes from being in one of the most naturally joyful places on Earth.”
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Mexico too dangerous for spring break, Texas officials say
Texan officials say that cartel violence represents a significant threat for those entering Mexico.
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A duo of 81-year-old women are on the adventure of a lifetime: Seeing the world in 80 days
Two longtime friends are proving it's never too late to get out and see the world. Eighty-one year olds Sandy Hazelip and Ellie Hamby, inspired by Jules Verne's novel, "Around the World in 80 Days," are on a mission to see all seven continents, nine Wonders of the World and visit 18 countries in just over two and a half months.
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What's the safest seat on a plane? We asked an aviation expert
The bottom line is air travel is very safe – much safer than road travel. But that doesn’t stop us from wondering…
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Balloon space tourism: A Spanish company offers space travel at a more affordable price
ASpanish company announces that it is preparing to organize space travel with the balloon. Tourists will pay less than in the case of a missile trip and, during the trip, will stay in a capsule hanging from a helium balloon. The first trips with tourists should take place in 2023. The helium balloon seriously competes with the rockets of Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos, in the fight for space tourism.
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In Japan's 'random travel' trend, Lady Luck chooses the destination
So-called random trips, in which destinations are determined randomly by lottery or other means, are gaining popularity in Japan. In addition to the thrill of leaving travel plans up to chance, railway operators and airlines making using such strategies are providing the incentive of affordability through discounts.
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3 Days in Shenandoah National Park: A Complete Itinerary
Spending 3 days in Shenandoah National Park will give you the perfect introduction to this beautiful place and you’ll leave wanting to plan a return trip immediately.
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Wish you weren’t here: the photos that show an hour in the life of ‘quiet’ tourist hotspots
Travellers trek to remote destinations in search of Instagram-worthy photos. But at what cost? Photographer Natacha de Mahieu visualises the impact of overtourism
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Travel wishlist: A guide to 2022’s happiest countries!
The year 2022 marks the 10th anniversary of the World Happiness Report! The report measures happiness on three main factors—life evaluations, positive emotions, and negative emotions.Let’s checkout the top 10 happiest nations in the world in 2022.
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Top Attractions of Eastern Ontario
It’s a destination we don’t hear much about, so let’s go exploring. Eastern Ontario is home to Canada’s capital, Ottawa…but so much more.
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This eerie and beautiful abandoned village in Canada has just gone up for sale
Once a home for Swiss mountain guides, the hamlet of Edelweiss is now totally deserted.
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Virgin Galactic stock falls as space tourism company plans to raise up to $500 million in debt
Shares of Virgin Galactic fell in trading on Thursday after the company announced plans to raise up to $500 million in debt. “The company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund working capital, general and administrative matters and capital expenditures to accelerate the development of its spacecraft fleet,” Virgin Galactic said in a statment.
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Mexico On Its Way To Become World's Most Visited Destination in 2022
Mexico aims to earn up to $35.1 billion in revenue from its tourism industry in 2022. If figures are accurate, the country would be on its way to becoming one of the world’s most visited
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Where Facts Were No Match for Fear
Civic boosters in central Montana hoped for some federal money to promote tourism. A disinformation campaign got in the way.
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Digital culture built on the seamless speed of the jet age
Jet-age glamour was more than just aesthetic: its promise of motionless movement reshaped perception of time and space
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Excommunicated Spanish ‘witch’ village turns curse into tourist cash
Tucked into the foothills of northern Spain, the village of Trasmoz attracts thousands of tourists each year. For many, the allure is not its half-ruined castle nor stunning mountain backdrop but rather a curious quirk of history: Trasmoz is Spain’s only excommunicated and cursed village.
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