One of the newest luxury hotels in vacation hotspot Ibiza is the Robert De Niro-owned Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay, a spinoff from the swanky New York Japanese fusion restaurant Nobu. I recently stayed at the hotel on a trip to Ibiza to see what it was like. I found that the hotel, bathed in whites, …
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A Dubai-based retailer is reportedly gearing up to build the world’s largest indoor ski resort in China
China is building the world’s largest indoor ski resort in Shanghai. The one milion square-foot project will have three different ski slopes and offer 25 non-skiing activities The Chinese government is encouraging its citizens to take up skiing and other winter sports ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. Skiers in Shanghai, China, won’t have …
Hurricane Florence is going to make flying into the southeastern US a mess. Here’s what to do if you’re traveling.
Hurricane Florence is expected to make landfall on Thursday along the coast of North and South Carolina. There is now a mandatory evacuation for coastal areas in the path of the 130 mph storm. Airlines are preparing for disruption to air travel caused by Florence. American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Spirit, and Frontier Airlines are all …
17 maps that show how Americans identify their roots across the US
Americans come from a wide variety of ancestries. Using data from the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, we found how common various ancestries are in all 50 states. For instance, Irish ancestry is most concentrated in the northeast, while Mexican and Mexican-American ancestry is most common in the states that share a border with …
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We visited the ‘McDonald’s of the Philippines,’ which serves spaghetti and fried chicken alongside its burgers — here’s what it’s like
Jollibee is an iconic Filipino fast-food chain that serves spaghetti, fried chicken, and more. While the chain dominates in the Philippines, it is also growing in the United States, where it has more than 30 locations. We visited a Jollibee’s in Queens, New York, and walked away convinced that it is a chain with the …
What it’s like to fly in business class on Philippine Airlines
Flying with a new airline can be scary if you don’t know what to expect — particularly if you’re shelling out on tickets. However, it’s worth a shot if it means flying direct to a location that would otherwise be a challenge to reach. From September 15, Philippine Airlines will introduce its new Airbus A350 …
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This big, heavy smartphone with a stylus was the perfect device for traveling
As most of us do, I brought along a smartphone for a vacation this summer. But I decided to try something different in selecting my electronic traveling companion and took the oversized Galaxy Note 9. The Galaxy Note 9 is large and relatively heavy, which goes against the mantra of packing light tech for trips. …
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23 countries where money can buy you a second passport or ‘elite residency’
The super-rich are no longer just spending their money on private jets, yachts, and hotels — they’re also splashing out on second passports. The Second Citizenship Survey 2017 from CS Global Partners found that 89% of people would like to own a second passport, and over 34% said they had looked into investing in a …
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What it’s like to visit Burning Man, one of the wildest, most surreal events in the world
Over the course of nine days, Black Rock City, Nevada, is overtaken by 70,000 people to become Burning Man, one of the wildest art events in the world. This was the event’s 33rd year on the desert playa, and it included hundreds of art installations, musical acts, and workshops. This year’s theme was named for …
Hong Kong now has more super-millionaires than New York City
Hong Kon Hong Kong has officially surpassed New York City as the place with the highest concentration of super-wealthy people. Hong Kong has seen a 31% increase in the number of ultra-rich residents worth at least $30 million, according to a new report from the data firm, Wealth-X. Tokyo, Los Angeles, and Paris were among …
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These are the world’s most valuable passports
Arton Capital ranked world passports by the number of countries one can visit without obtaining a visa. The United States is tied for second this year after being tied for sixth in 2017. Singapore finished first in the rankings. The United States has jumped four spots in the finance firm Arton Capital‘s most recent rankings …
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I visited the Portuguese castle called ‘Disneyland for Adults,’ and it’s a magical, real-life fairy tale setting you can’t miss
Sintra is a picturesque city located 15 miles outside of Lisbon, Portugal in the Sintra Mountains and home to numerous palaces, villas, mansions, castles, and churches. The most stunning of the sights in Sintra is the Pena National Palace, built in 1840 according to the exacting specifications of King Ferdinand, who wanted the palace to …
What the first day of school looks like in 12 countries around the world
Many American students are gearing up for their first day back to school. While the start of the school year differs by country, the first day back is normally a big day no matter where you’re from. It’s usually marked by excitement — or perhaps some dread if you don’t want to give up your …
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5 reasons Mazatlán should be your next vacation spot
Mazatlán is re-emerging as a destination that can check off all of your vacation wish-list needs, without the crowds of tourists you might expect. Think of it as the Mexico you’ve been searching for but didn’t realize existed: A coastal enclave with incredible beaches, music, and art that rival cities like Florence and Washington D.C. …
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The ultimate guide to traveling around the world, from how to pack your suitcase to how much you’ll be paying for a beer
Planning to travel to another country, even for a vacation, takes a lot of work. We compiled the ultimate guide to traveling around the world, which can help you in every step of the vacation-planning process. From applying for visas for your trips and finding an affordable flight to navigating the subway system, these 10 …
What it’s like to travel in premium economy on Primera Air, the budget airline that flies from New York to London for $69
Booking with a budget airline is always a risk, but with a number of out-of-country weddings to attend this summer, when Nordic airline Primera Air announced its £99 transatlantic flight sale in March, the deal was too good for me to resist. The airline introduced transatlantic flights from London to New York, Boston, Washington DC, …
How to avoid the worst seat on the plane
The middle seat is the worst seat on a plane. It’s cramped and inconvenient. You can avoid the middle seat by booking your flight early or avoiding basic economy tickets. You also decrease the likelihood of getting a middle seat by carefully selecting the type of aircraft you fly. The Boeing 737 and the Airbus …
The 31 hotels everyone should stay at in their lifetime
Every globetrotter has a bucket list of must-travel destinations — but sometimes the hotel is the draw in and of itself. Philippe Kjellgren, the founder of PK’s List, knows this more than most. Originally the founder of luxury hotel website Kiwi Collection, Swedish-born Kjellgren has written seven travel/hotel books, runs a travel advisory service for …
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American Airlines flight attendants are gearing up for battle over the company’s ‘punitive’ new attendance policy (AAL)
American Airlines flight attendants are protesting the company’s new, more stringent sick policy and the ongoing trouble with uniforms that employees say are toxic. Some flight attendants are unhappy with the airline’s new sick policy, which they call “extremely punitive” in light of the health issues that they claim have been brought on by American’s …
Costa Coffee, which Coca-Cola just bought for $5.1 billion, has outlets everywhere from Moscow to Vietnam — here’s what they look like
On Friday morning US drinks giant Coca-Cola said it was buying Costa coffee from UK company Whitbread for $5.1 billion. This is Coke’s first move into coffee beverages – and now it has nearly 4,000 worldwide stores to play with. It means that Coca-Cola will now be challenging Starbucks in the global coffee-race, with outlets …
The Kremlin released photos of Putin’s summer vacation to Siberia, and he has his shirt on this time
The Kremlin released new photos on Monday of Russian president Vladimir Putin taking a break from his official duties to go hiking in Siberia with his top security chiefs, Reuters reports. In the past, the 65-year-old leader often posed shirtless in his official vacation photos, but he’s fully clothed in this year’s images and looks …
2 photos show how different it is visiting Portugal in the high season vs. the low season
Tourism is booming in Portugal. The Livraria Lello bookstore in Porto is one of the world’s oldest bookstores, frequently ranked as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, and a top place to visit in Portugal. On a recent visit to Livraria Lello, I found the bookstore overrun with tourists, making it impossible …
Hurricane Lane is wreaking havoc on Hawaii. Here’s how US airlines are responding.
Hurricane Lane is a category three storm bearing down on Hawaii. Visitors and residents have headed to airports to evacuate. American, United, and Hawaiian Airlines have all indicated operations will be affected by the storm. Delta and United Airlines have both launched additional flights to Hawaii and have capped prices. Most major US airlines are …
Royal Caribbean has an ultra-luxury suite that can cost over $170,000 — here’s what it looks like
Under CEO Michael Bayley, Royal Caribbean has increased revenue by upgrading its luxury offerings. The Ultimate Family Suite, which was introduced on Symphony of the Seas, may be the centerpiece of that strategy. The suite has an 85-inch TV, three video game consoles, a 100-foot-long Lego wall, a two-story slide, a ping pong table, and …
Melania Trump is headed to Africa this fall — take a look back at past first ladies’ trips to the continent
First lady Melania Trump is planning her first big solo international trip through several African countries in October. The first lady said it will be her first time in Africa and she is excited “to educate myself on the issues facing children throughout the continent, while also learning about its rich culture and history.” African …
I visited Singapore, the outlandishly wealthy setting of ‘Crazy Rich Asians,’ and I was surprised by how much fun you can have even without billions
Summer blockbuster “Crazy Rich Asians” is set in Singapore, which is known worldwide for its extravagance and wealth. I visited Singapore in May expecting it to be wildly expensive and out-of-reach for all but wealthy travelers. But I found that the city was full of cheap, delicious food, efficient public transportation, top-notch museums, a budding …
We visited the regional chain that Southerners say is better than In-N-Out and Shake Shack — here’s the verdict
Cook Out is the fast-food king of North Carolina. The chain only has locations in 10 states but has developed a cult following in the South. We visited a Richmond, Virginia, location and saw why customers adore Cook Out. New Yorkers love Shake Shack. The West Coast swears by In-N-Out. But North Carolinians say that …