Heat waves have swept the world this summer. The US, Europe, Japan, Russia, and Greenland all experienced, at times, record-breaking high temperatures in June and July. From Rome to Washington to Tokyo, see how people around the world have tried to escape the heat. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. No one can outrun …
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A giant luxury cruise ship is selling $3 million apartments on board that boast high-end amenities like a pool in the ocean, a solarium, and a putting green
Blue World Voyages plans to debut its first cruise ship in 2021. Designed for fitness enthusiasts, the ship will have a wide range of health and wellness amenities, like a gym, spin and yoga studios, and a spa. The ship will offer guest suites and residences that cost up to $3.1 million. Visit Business Insider’s …
Photos show what living in 17 countries with ‘extremely high water stress’ looks like on the ground
The World Resources Institute has identified 17 countries that face “extremely high” levels of water stress. “Water stress” measures how much competition there is over water, meaning where demand is highest and supply is lowest. The 17 countries are Qatar, Israel, Lebanon, Iran, Jordan, Libya, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Eritrea, United Arab Emirates, San Marino, Bahrain, …
Chase’s 5/24 rule: What it is, and what it means for your credit card applications
As points, miles, and rewards credit cards have become more popular, issuers like Chase have implemented their own rules around credit card approvals. Chase’s 5/24 rule dictates that you won’t be approved for most Chase credit cards if you’ve opened five or more credit cards across all banks in the last 24 months. The Chase …
Norwegian is stopping its super-cheap $111 flights between Ireland and the US, blaming the ongoing Boeing 737 Max crisis
Norwegian Air is discontinuing low-cost flights between Ireland and North America over the grounding of Boeing 737 Max planes. The company currently offers cheap transatlantic flights between Ireland and the US and Canada, which are available for as low as $111 (€99). But the grounding of Boeing 737 Max planes after two fatal crashes means …
4 credit cards that get you free or discounted access to Delta Sky Club airport lounges
Delta’s two mainstream credit cards offer discounted one-time access to Delta Sky Club lounges, while its premium card offers complimentary access whenever you fly Delta. The Gold Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express offers 30,000 Delta SkyMiles when you spend $1,000 in the first three months. You can also receive 50% back on purchases …
The FBI raided one of Jeffrey Epstein’s private islands in the Caribbean, which locals call ‘Orgy Island’ and where airport workers say they saw him traveling with underage girls. Here’s an inside look at the properties.
In July, New York magazine reported that Jeffrey Epstein owned two neighboring private islands in the US Virgin Islands, which cost him over $25 million collectively. On August 12, two days after Epstein was found dead in an apparent suicide in a Manhattan jail cell, the FBI raided one of his private islands. Epstein’s real-estate …
United has some of the best co-branded airline credit cards, and the Business Explorer Card is now offering up to 100,000 miles
The United Explorer Business Card is currently offering up to 100,000 miles as a sign-up bonus — the highest-ever bonus. You’ll earn 50,000 miles after you spend $5,000 in the first three months, and another 50,000 miles after you spend $25,000 total in the first six months. You can use United miles to fly on …
A Carnival cruise ship with brown shower water and bagels covered in flies just got a terrible sanitation score
Carnival Cruise Line‘s Carnival Fantasy cruise ship received a failing sanitation score after a July 18 inspection by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Fantasy received a score of 77 points out of 100. A score below 86 points is considered unsatisfactory by the CDC. “The results for Fantasy are not reflective …
How much a night out will cost you in 50 of the most fun cities in the world
How much it costs to go out depends on what city you’re in. HomeToGo released a report on the best cities for nightlife around the world. Warsaw, Poland, has the most affordable nightlife in Europe, while Perth is the most affordable city in Australia to go out. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. If …
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What life is really like in the ‘best place to live in America,’ where live music and jobs are plentiful but you have to battle daily traffic jams and scorching summers
If you’re looking for the best place to live in America, look no further than Austin, Texas, according to a 2019 U.S. News report. The report analyzed the 125 most populous US metro areas based on the quality of life, job market, value for money, and desirability. Austin’s booming job market, the availability of live …
Kylie Jenner just celebrated her 22nd birthday by chartering a $250 million superyacht that was once owned by a fugitive businessman — take a look inside
The “world’s youngest self-made billionaire ever,” Kylie Jenner, turned 22 on August 10th. To celebrate, Jenner chartered a 300-foot superyacht worth $250 million, according to Page Six. Tranquility launched in 2014 and was once owned by a fugitive Malaysian businessman; at that time, the yacht was called Equanimity. The luxury yacht, which is available exclusively …
I spent 3 days in Jackson, Wyoming — the most unequal place in America, where the 1% makes more than $16.1 million a year. The experience was nothing like I expected.
The Jackson, Wyoming, metropolitan area is the most unequal place in the US, according to a 2018 report published by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI). In the Western resort town, the average income of the richest 1% is more than $16.1 million, while the average income of the bottom 99% is $122,447. That means that …
Cruise-ship workers say they have so much sex that it’s comparable to college
Sex among cruise ship workers is pervasive, current and former cruise ship employees told Business Insider. Some compared the hookup culture as being similar to, or even exceeding, that of a college dorm. But the permissive sexual culture on cruise ships can also lead to aggressive or inappropriate behavior. Romantic relationships among employees develop and …
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Having primary rental car insurance can save you time, money, and stress — here are the top credit cards that offer it
While secondary car rental insurance is a nice credit card benefit, primary insurance is even better. It’s available on the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, the United Explorer Card, and several other cards. Primary insurance steps in to cover damage or theft of a rental car without you having to file a claim through your personal …
Bugattis in Switzerland, yacht trips to Montenegro, and $50,000 watches: Take a look at how the ‘Rich Kids of Instagram’ are spending their summers
The “Rich Kids of Instagram” — now known as “Rich Kids of the Internet” (RKOI) — Instagram and blog are still going strong with addicting photo documentation of wealthy lifestyles. The RKOI always know how to live life to its fullest, and summertime is no different. From luxury vacations to private jets, here’s how they’re …
What it’s like living in Monaco, the glamorous city-state on the French Riviera that’s home to a glitzy annual yacht show and where an estimated 1 in 3 people is a millionaire
Monaco, a sovereign city-state on the French Riviera, is known for its lavish wealth. One study estimated that nearly one in three people who live there are millionaires. Its famous Monte Carlo district is home to world-famous casinos where high-rollers and VIPs go to gamble. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. A few things …
This photographer spent 9 years searching the forgotten corners of the internet for strange and beautiful photos
Doug Battenhausen thinks all our advances in cellphone cameras and photo-sharing technology haven’t made our pictures better, but rather more sterile. We all know how to get the perfect selfie now, with just the right filter. But to him, that’s boring. What Battenhausen is interested in — and has been collecting since 2010 on his …
My husband and I are both freelancers with unpredictable incomes. Two years ago, we moved to an island off the coast of Seattle — here’s what a week of our typical spending looks like.
Shannon Page and her husband are both full-time freelancers. That means their yearly income is pretty unpredictable. They live on Orcas Island in Washington — they have a small mortgage, and covered their first three years of payments with their savings. Below, Shannon shares how they spent their money in a week that included an …
Flight attendants in South Korea reveal why plastic surgery is becoming the norm to get a job
South Korea‘s youth unemployment is nearing “catastrophic” levels, a Korean finance minister said last year. To secure a job, many young people in South Korea feel that their application, which must include a photo ID, has to be perfect. Being a flight attendants is an especially enviable job in South Korea with plenty of competition. …
Italy’s $1 homes might be dirt cheap, but they need a lot of work — take a look inside
I recently traveled all the way to Sicily to visit three towns that have sold homes for as little as $1. The housing scheme has been widely trialed throughout Italy as rural towns attempt to revitalize their communities and economies that have suffered at the hands of urbanization. While a home in southern Europe for …
Hong Kong cancels all flights in and out of the city as protesters fill the airport for 4th day
Hong Kong airport has cancelled all flights going in and out of the city for the rest of the day as protesters occupy the arrival and departure halls. Thousands of protesters continue to occupy Hong Kong International Airport for the fourth consecutive day. They are rallying against the mainland Chinese government and the Hong Kong …
Intimidated by points and miles? Here are 8 steps for beginners looking to earn travel rewards
Points and miles can seem intimidating. There’s a lot to learn, and sometimes it seems like it’s impossible to ever use those hard-earned rewards. If you’re willing to put in a bit of effort and can boost your earnings with a rewards credit card, points and miles can be extremely rewarding. Think international first and …
A wild pack of Pikachus has taken over a Japanese neighborhood for a week-long Pokémon celebration
Pikachu Outbreak is an annual festival held in Yokohama, Japan and this year its running from Aug. 6 to Aug. 12. Yokohama’s Minato Mirai neighborhood has been redecorated with tons of Pikachu memorabilia to mark the occasion, including subway turnstyles that call out “Pika!” as people enter and leave the station. The festival also features …
I took my family of 6 on a trip to Norway, one of the most expensive countries in the world, for under $7,000
Norway is an extremely expensive country to visit due to factors like its VAT taxes, a high cost of living, and its remoteness. A cruise is a great way to experience Norway on a budget since many components of your trip — including lodging, food, and entertainment — are included for one price. I took …
I spent 50 hours on the longest train ride in the world, surrounded by people who didn’t speak English and without WiFi. Here’s my biggest tip for anyone considering going on the trip.
In June, I rode the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway more than 2,000 miles across four time zones in Russia. For most of my 50-hour journey, I was sharing a compartment with Russians who spoke little to no English. The smartest thing I did before my trip was downloading the offline translation for Russian on the Google …
Gold Delta Amex vs. United Explorer Card: Which airline credit card is best for you?
An airline credit card earns you miles on all your spending, and can improve your flying experience with benefits like a free checked bag and priority boarding. The Gold Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express and the United Explorer Card are two of the most popular airline co-branded airline credit cards, and they’re similar …