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The ultimate travel guide to Aix-les-Bains

Aix-les-Bains (US: /ˌeɪks leɪ ˈbæ̃, ˌɛks -/, French: [ɛks le bɛ̃] ; Arpitan: Èx-los-Bens; Latin: Aquae Gratianae), locally simply Aix, is a commune in the southeastern French department of Savoie. Situated on the shore of the largest natural lake of glacial origin in France, the Lac du Bourget, this resort is a major spa town; it has the largest fr...

What to see in Barcelona: the 10 best attractions and things to do

Barcelona is a kaleidoscope of art, culture and natural beauty. Start with the Sagrada Familia, Gaudí's masterpiece, still under construction, and the Parc Güell, with its colourful and imaginative sculptures. The Barri Gòtic, the historical heart of the city, fascinates with its alleys and squares. Don't miss La Boqueria market, a gourmet's paradise, and Casa Batlló, another Gaudí jewel. Montjuïc offers breathtaking views and the Parc de la Ciutadella is perfect for a relaxing break. Luxury shopping and modernist architecture await you at Passeig de Gràcia. Enjoy the beach at Barceloneta and admire Picasso's art at the museum dedicated to the famous painter.

Department of Tourism rolls out first tourist bus tour in Makati City

It’s one way to help tourists see the metro’s sights without having to rely on public transportation.

Paranormal Activity: couple sleeps on balcony due to ghost

Palace opens free heritage tours

MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos yesterday opened to the public the Malacañang Heritage Tour, which showcases the lives of Philippine presidents and the country’s diverse culture, inside the Palace grounds. An initiative of First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, the Malacañang Heritage Tour offers free guided tours revolving around two distinguished museums, the Bahay Ugnayan Museum and Teus Mansion. The Malacañang Heritage Tour “provides a...

Reveal Your Inner Hawkeye at This Indoor Archery Range In Ortigas

Shoot away, starting at P300.

Why did giant rubber ducks appear in Hong Kong waters?

It has now been 10 years since his first visit to Hong Kong and now he is back, bringing a friend with him. We are talking about the giant Rubber Duck Project by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman, which will return to the city in June. The sea trial, which took place on 25 May in Tsing Yi, Hong Kong, was the first step towards the presentation of the beloved art installation at Victoria Harbour next month.The Rubber Duck Project consists quite simply of inflatable rubber ducks that measure 16.5 metres and travel around the world to use each location's body of water as a personal bathtub.

PH Coffee Expo happening this weekend at the World Trade Center | New Day

Are you a certified coffee lover or an aspiring coffee business owner?Well, head over to the World Trade Center in Pasay city this weekend to catch the Philippine Coffee Expo.Now on its second year the event will gather key players in the business for three days of everything coffee. Joining us now live in the studio are Philippine Coffee Guild Chairperson Emmanuel Garcia and Shandy Hubilla from the Department of Agriculture Philippine Rural Development Project. Visit our website for more #NewsYouCanTrust: https://www.cnnphilippines.com/ Follow our social media pages: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNNPhilippines• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnphilippines/• Twitter: https://twitter.com/cnnphilippines

Earn Up to P10,000 Cashback at This Weekend Travel Fair

It's open to BDO debit and credit cardholders.

Pambihirang all-white panda, namataan sa isang nature reserve sa Sichuan, China | UB

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Turkish Airlines raises the bar in service approach

TURKISH Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, has made a new addition to its privileged services offered to guests in this rapidly evolving era of technology and digitalization where customer satisfaction has become increasingly important. The flag carrier has introduced the Flight Tracker digital globe for use in its Business Lounge, emphasizing the diverse and enjoyable aspects of digital channels,...

Plan your dream trip to Venice

Known for its winding canals and gondolas, Venice is a picturesque romantic architectural marvel. The ornate Renaissance Gothic-style architecture throughout the city speaks for its rich fascinating history. The main tourist attractions include St. Marks Square, Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace, Saint Mark’s Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, and Grand Canal. ...

Birds are getting increasingly smaller and you’ll never guess why

Airline stocks get a lift from strong holiday weekend passenger demand

Investing.com -- Airline stocks are getting a lift from surging passenger demand as the summer holidays unofficially kick off. The Transportation Security Administration screened 9.8 million people who passed through airport checkpoints from Friday...

Nuggets cancel flight plan to Boston

MANILA, Philippines — Cancel that flight plan, Denver. Turns out, the NBA Finals are starting in the Mile High City after all. And Jimmy Butler was proven right. Finally, we have a title-series matchup: The Miami Heat, champions of the Eastern Conference even after getting in as only the No. 8 seed, will take on the Western Conference champion Nuggets in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Heat got there by winning Game 7 of the East title series in...

A quiet adventure around Kabutihan Farm | Farm To Table

Aired (May 28, 2023): Chef JR Royol gets a chance to talk to Rara Anacan from Kabutihan Farm to talk about the farm’s goals and the origin of the farm’s name.

The wonders of the Miramare castle in Trieste

The wonderful castle of Miramare is an absolutely unmissable stop for all those who spend a few days in the city of Trieste. Just under 7 kilometers from the city center, the castle is easily accessible by train and bus by those who do not have their own vehicle. Those who wish can explore the surroundings of the building, with the charming garden, terraces and breathtaking sea views. In addition, it is possible to book the entrance for the visit to the interior of the castle, to admire the rooms and make your trip even more unforgettable. An experience not to be missed.

Experience the top 10 attractions in La Crosse

Best Travel & Tourism stocks to follow in 2023.

Travel and tourism is a broad category, with a diverse list of well-known brands. Ecotourism is a fast-growing niche, especially among young travelers. Tourism sector has been perhaps the hardest hit part of the economy by the COVID-19 pandemic. This list presents some of the best travel and tourism stocks to track in the post-pandemic era. The list's performance is calculated on an equally weighted method.

In which city in the world do you eat the best local food? The ranking

In this photo gallery we explore and describe some of the world's most popular local foods (and their cities), selected by Taste Atlas, a website dedicated to discovering gastronomic delights around the planet where products are voted by users.From carne alla fiorentina to tiradito, from pasta alla carbonara to dim sum, we will travel to different parts of the globe, discovering the secrets and peculiarities of these cities and their ties with local gastronomy and culinary tradition.The ranking is the result of combining the average rating of the best local and regional dishes served in a given city, the average rating of the national dishes served in that city and the average Google rating of the best traditional restaurants in that city. To find out about other cities, visit the TasteAtlas website.

Eight Italian beaches considered among the most beautiful and cleanest

The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) awarded 16 new 'Blue Flags' to Italy last week. The international sustainability education NGO, based in Denmark and present in 81 countries, awarded 16 new 'flags' to the Italian peninsula. A total of 226 Italian municipalities and 458 beaches and 84 tourist harbours represent 11% of the world's award-winning beaches. As the official website reports, 'Blue Flag' is a voluntary eco-label awarded to seaside resorts that comply with criteria relating to sustainable land management. The main objective of this programme is to steer the local management policy of many seaside resorts towards a process of environmental sustainability.Italy itself can boast an incredible heritage, just look at how many awards it manages to obtain each year for the beauty and hospitality of its territory.

One major 2022 find in Italy offered new insights into European history

One coral reef's stunning rebirth gave hope for the future of our oceans

SC allows Maria Ressa to travel abroad again

THE Supreme Court (SC) has again allowed veteran journalist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa to travel abroad over a 20-day period for a series of speaking engagements. This is the second travel permission for Ressa who will be going to Singapore, United States and Taiwan. Before this, Ressa travelled to Canada, France, South Korea, and the United States, also for speaking engagements. The Supreme Court, in its resolution, ordered Ressa...

Holidays 2023: the world's most beautiful places according to Time magazine

Paano ginagawa ang Patupat at Cascaron? | Biyahe ni Drew

Aired (May 21, 2023): Alam n’yo bang aabot ng 12 oras ang pagluluto ng patupat sa Zambales? Ang hindi birong paggawa ng kakanin na ‘yan, sinubukan mismo ni Biyahero Drew! Panoorin ang video. ‘Biyahe ni Drew’ is a popular travel show in the Philippines that takes its viewers on a budget-friendly adventure every week. Travel hacks, bucket list ideas, and tipid tips for local and international destinations? Biyahero Drew got you covered! Watch it every Sunday, 8:15 PM on GMA. Subscribe to youtube.com/gmapublicaffairs for our full episodes. #BiyaheNiDrew #BNDBaguio2023

AirTags vs. Tile: Which Tracking Device Should You Be Buying?

While unbearably long TSA lines and delayed flights are an expected disruption during busy travel season, this year has already seen an unprecedented level of chaos due to winter storms that left thousands stranded at airports across the country, and changing Covid policies that are leading to longer-than-normal lines at customs. To make things worse?

Try these mouth-watering dishes on your trip to Oslo

4, patay sa pagtaob na tourist boat sa Lake Maggiore sa Italy

4, patay sa pagtaob na tourist boat sa Lake Maggiore sa Italy; 34 NATO peacekeepers, sugatan matapos makasagupa ang mga demonstrador sa Kosovo; Japan, nakahandang pabagsakin ang anumang missiles mula sa North Korea; Brazil park na isinara dahil sa bird flu, muli nang binuksan

PBBM, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, pinangunahan ang pagbubukas ng dalawang museo sa Malacañang

PBBM, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, pinangunahan ang pagbubukas ng dalawang museo sa Malacañang

How a Miami Zoo managed to enrage the entire country of New Zealand

Everything you need to know about Makati's hop-on hop-off bus tours

Hop-on hop-off buses will soon be launched in Manila, too

Is earning $75,000 a year your ticket to happiness?

Flights OK despite satellite launch

MANILA, Philippines — No flights will be canceled in the country when North Korea launches a satellite, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said yesterday. North Korea has notified Japan of the launch of its satellite any time between today and June 11. The CAAP has issued a notice to airmen (NOTAM), informing them that flights will continue as scheduled, CAAP spokesman Eric Apolonio said in a Viber message to journalists...

Walt Disney's Standoff with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

In summary, Walt Disney never wanted a war with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, but the right-wing political leader went after the company after its former CEO Bob Chapek made a statement criticizing DeSantis' so-called ""don't say gay"" legislation. DeSantis has made a series of petty moves against Disney, but Disney CEO Bob Iger made it clear that his company had other options for its billions of dollars. Disney followed up on this by pulling a $1...

Where to go & what to do in Goslar

Goslar ([ˈɡɔslaʁ]) is a historic town in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is the administrative centre of the district of Goslar and located on the northwestern slopes of the Harz mountain range. The Old Town of Goslar and the Mines of Rammelsberg are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Each year Goslar awards the Kaiserring to an international artist, called th...

Why is the water of Venice's Grand Canal green?

Cancelled trip (As of May 31, 2023) | UB

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Headed to Anaheim? Don't miss these unforgettable attractions

The Amerigo Vespucci ready for round-the-world voyage: a two-year journey with 31 stops on 5 continents

The sailing ship 'Amerigo Vespucci' is ready for its second round-the-world voyage, which will depart from Genoa on 1 July 2023 and will include 31 stops in 28 countries on five continents. The ship will host student officers from the Naval Academy in Livorno (Italy) during traditional instruction campaigns, but will also sail with a permanent on-board crew, which will vary from a minimum of 250 to a maximum of 400 embarked military personnel. The round-the-world voyage will last about two years and will end in La Spezia (Italy) in February 2025, after having covered about 40,000 sea miles. The route includes a descent along the coasts of Brazil and Uruguay, a five-month technical stop in Buenos Aires and passage through the Strait of Magellan or Cape Horn to enter the Pacific Ocean.

Tourists turn up at London family home mistakenly listed on Booking.com

A woman has spoken of her frustration over tourists continually turning up on her doorstep after her home was mistakenly listed on Booking.com. Karin Arsenius, 37, who lives in Plumstead, south-east London, with her two children and partner, said more than 20 unexpected tourists had arrived at her home, expecting to find the accommodation they had reserved on the online travel agency. In the past month, people had turned up from countries...

Booking travel online? Here's how you can avoid scams

A recent McAfee survey found many travelers had fallen victim to online scams while booking travel. Here's how you can avoid that.

A foodie's guide to Salzburg

13 Tourist hotspots in Nassau that live up to the hype

Nassau is a lowland region located north of Long Island Sound and south of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a city known for featuring wondrous and picturesque views perfect for those who love nature as well as sightseeing. The city is also home to numerous parks where visitors could relax and unwind. In Nassau you will find some beautiful attractions tha...

9 Most photo-worthy spots in Kenosha!

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Kenosha is a beautiful city with breathtaking landscapes and historic downtown filled with quaint shops, galleries, an outdoor market, and eateries. There are plenty of beaches and waterfront parks where you can picnic, fly kites, and go on a fishing excursion. Kenosha Public Museum on the city’s lakefront ex...

Disney's live-action Mermaid scores fifth-highest Memorial Day weekend box office

Investing.com -- Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid made waves at the box office on its opening weekend, hauling in $117.5 million in domestic ticket sales over the extended Memorial Day holiday. That’s the fifth-highest showing for the holiday...

12 Breathtakingly beautiful places in Valencia

Valencia is a port city lying on the southeastern coast of Spain. The city is known for its futuristic buildings, beautiful parks, beaches, and authentic foods, such as clams and tiger nut milk. Some of the most striking attractions are Valencia Cathedral, the bell tower Miguelete, and Albufera Park, which is a wetland reserve featuring lakes and w...

The 15 most amazing attractions in Tehran

Tehran is Iran's capital, located in the country's north. Its magnificent Golestan Palace complex, with its elaborate chambers and marble throne, served as the Qajar dynasty's center of authority. The National Jewelry Museum houses many of the Qajar rulers' jewels, while the National Museum of Iran houses Paleolithic items. The Milad Tower provides...

How America's culture war forced Target to remove Pride products from its shelves

China throws down the gauntlet: lifted off C919, first domestically produced plane

The C919, China's first domestically produced passenger aircraft, made its maiden flight today, taking off from Shanghai Airport and heading for the capital Beijing. The 164-seat aircraft was built to break the dominance of single-aisle jets from Airbus and Boeing, but still relies on Western components, including engines and avionics. Despite this, Comac, the manufacturer, already has over 1,200 orders, but some experts suggest that most of these orders are just letters of intent from domestic customers.