This week, the 11th annual Spirited Awards — essentially the Oscars of the drinks world — crowned New York City’s BlackTail the Best New American Cocktail Bar. While only less than a mile away from owners Sean Muldoon and Jack McGarry’s other award-winning sister bar, The Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog, BlackTail’s atmosphere and cocktail …
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Photographer captures photos of North Koreans’ daily life in summertime — and it’s bleak
With an authoritarian regime that lasted over seven decades, North Korea remains one of the most closed-off countries in the world. It may soon become even more so as the Trump administration prepares to pass a ban on American travel to the country after North Korea detained a US student and returned him to his …
You can now use your fingerprint as a boarding pass on select Delta flights
Eligible Delta members can now use their fingerprints to board planes. Delta says this will make the process faster and more accurate than paper passes. This isn’t the only new tech Delta is testing out, they are even implementing facial recognition machines for self-service baggage claims that match customers with their passport photos. Is this …
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One of Pablo Escobar’s former mansions has been transformed into a luxury hotel where you can stay for $515 for night
Though there are few traces of its past left now, this luxury hotel on the Caribbean coast of Mexico was once a mansion owned by Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar. Casa Malca, a stunning Mexican hotel near Tulum, was bought by renowned New York art collector and gallery owner Lio Malca in 2012. Malca renovated …
Fashion mogul Chris Burch built a five-star resort on a remote Indonesian island — and it’s officially the best in the world
Nihi Sumba Island (formerly known as Nihiwatu) was voted the best hotel in the world by Travel + Leisure for the second year in a row. The luxury island resort in Indonesia even beat the Brando, Obama’s recent vacation spot. Nihi was created by Chris Burch, best known for founding or cofounding several internationally known …
The 50 best restaurants in America
A great meal at an outstanding restaurant can be a life-changing experience. But with new places popping up every day, it can be difficult to decide which spots are worth your time — and hard-earned cash. We combined six noteworthy lists compiled by food critics, experts, and diners to come up with a definitive ranking …
How Atlantic City went from a bustling tourist hub to a ghost town
Atlantic City was once New Jersey’s largest tourist attraction. As the first city to provide gambling outside of Nevada, it provided those on the East Coast a place to vacation on the beach and gamble. But the city has seen hard times these past few years; five of the city’s 12 casinos closed between 2013 …
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You can stay in one of Pablo Escobar’s former mansions for $515 a night
One of Pablo Escobar’s former mansions is now the recently expanded luxury hotel Casa Malca. The property in Tulum, Mexico was abandoned after Escobar died in ’93 and was purchased in 2012 by NYC art dealer Lio Malca. Artwork from Malca’s private collection is on display throughout the hotel, including the 42 suites. Prominent artists …
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The fabulous life of Airbnb’s Brian Chesky, one of the youngest and richest tech founders in America
Brian Chesky didn’t know much about tech before starting Airbnb. The 35-year-old CEO majored in industrial design in college and dabbled in hockey and bodybuilding in his 20s. But now, he’s grown an idea that stemmed from overbooked hotels into a multibillion-dollar startup — and has become one of Silicon Valley’s key players in the …
See inside Trump’s New Jersey golf club, where he’ll likely spend much of August
Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, may be about to become a much more popular spot with the president. ABC News reports that a FAA flight restriction has been imposed on the area from August 3-20, indicating that Trump is preparing to spend some serious time in the Garden State. Bedminster is one …
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Here’s why US presidents get libraries
The Obama Presidential Center is scheduled to be completed by 2021. It will be the 14th presidential library managed by the US National Archives and Record Administration. The concept gained traction in 1939 when FDR donated his presidential papers to the US government. Join the conversation about this story » read more >>> Source : …
About Knoxville Zoo…
Zoo Knoxville is one of the premiere zoological experiences in the southeast. Committed to sharing ‘wildly fun’ experiences that educate and inspire, we feature acres of creative habitats for animal lovers of all ages to explore. Fun on the outside, serious about animals on the inside. Zoo Knoxville is committed to being part of the …
We lived in an Airbnb tiny home for a week — and it was completely different than what we expected
One week. One tiny home. Two oversized personalities. The latest Bravo reality show? No, just a work trip with two Business Insider reporters looking for a place to rest their weary heads after a long day of dedicated and strenuous fast-food investigating. When we booked a tiny home through Airbnb in Charlottesville, Virginia, we didn’t …
Why fashionistas are flocking to this remote village in Panama
Panama, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, has a long coastline that offers many opportunities for water sports — such as diving and jet skiing — as well as hidden villages only accessible from the water. One of these villages stands out from the rest for a stylish reason. The Embera Village …
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In-N-Out and Whataburger could soon become intense rivals — and it’s clear who makes a better burger
Whataburger is to Texas what In-N-Out is to California. Both companies are still family-owned, regional chains — an anomaly in a market that’s dominated by national multimillion-dollar fast-food companies. In-N-Outs are scattered throughout the Southwest, and the brand is expanding its Texas presence with plans to open another location in Houston. Whataburger, on the other …
16 prisons that have been transformed into luxury hotels
As crime rates continue to fall, countries around the world are realizing their abandoned jails and prisons could be better served to house a different kind of resident: tourists. Some facilities have been so transformed as to be unrecognizable, while others preserve some of the original aesthetic. From Boston’s chic Liberty Hotel to the spooky …
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One small addition to my luggage has given me complete peace of mind when I travel
I’m not exactly a calm, cool, or collected traveler. It’s not for lack of trying: I always try breezing through the airport as if I know exactly where I’m supposed to go. I download my boarding pass to my phone like a real millennial, and I kick off my shoes and jacket as quickly as …
How an oil company created an American suburb in Saudi Arabia
Much of the world’s oil has been discovered in Saudi Arabia, and it now accounts for 92% of the country’s budget. It began in the 1930s, when Standard Oil of California began breaking ground for oil in the country. Working with the Saudi government, SOCAL agreed to employ Saudi nationals within the country, “as far …
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How a Jewish deli run by Muslims became the symbol of a changing neighborhood
The Jewish delicatessen is an iconic American institution. Nowhere else in the world will you find a local shop so focused on the preparation of beef by curing, brining, and poaching. Pastrami, corned beef, and brisket are usually the trifecta of meats atop the menu at traditional Jewish delis. These beloved dishes grew in popularity …
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17 photos that show why wealthy homebuyers are ditching the Hamptons for this laid-back island destination
If you’re looking for a quiet seaside destination to summer in, Shelter Island might be just the ticket. This 8,000-acre island sandwiched between the North and South Forks of Long Island has long been known as the Hamptons’ quieter sibling. It’s stayed this way mainly because it’s only accessible by ferry. Local real estate broker …
There’s a place off California’s coast called the ‘Red Triangle’ where over 1/3 of great white shark attacks happen
California’s “Red Triangle” is infamous for shark attacks. Over 1/3 of great white shark attacks in the United States happen there. Following is a transcript of the video. There’s a stretch of ocean off California’s coastline that’s different from the rest. It starts around Bodega Bay; extends south to about 50 miles west of San …
This castle that was once owned by French royals can be yours for $17 million
A historic château in Aix en Provence is now up for sale — and if you have a spare $17 million, it can be yours. The castle, which dates back nearly 1,000 years, was previously owned by the French royal family and is now on the market with Sotheby’s International Realty, Bloomberg reported. The current …
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Disneyland has raised ticket prices 70% to ease crowds — but attendance is soaring
To millions of people, “The Happiest Place on Earth” is well worth the time and money. Over the past decade, Disneyland has raised one-day ticket prices nearly 70% — up to $124 on peak days — to reduce wait times and ease crowding, to no avail, according to a new report from the Los Angeles …
‘The terrorism risk exists every day, everywhere’: Tour de France organizers increase security with 23,000 police, counterterrorism commandos, and bomb-sniffing dogs
FRANCE — Here at the world’s largest annual sporting event, the Tour de France, there is a heightened sense of security and police presence everywhere as organizers have increased counterterrorism efforts, bringing in 23,000 police officers and elite guards to help ensure the safety of the 198 riders who took the start and the millions …
For $138,000 the Four Seasons will fly you in a private jet around the world
This unique vacation by the Four Seasons will fly you around the world in a private jet, but it’ll cost you $138,000. On the “World of Adventures,” guests will travel through eight countries in three weeks. Excursions and food are all included as well as the price of hotel and airfare. Join the conversation about …
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This 150-year-old colonial mansion houses one of the world’s fanciest McDonald’s restaurants
“Fancy” and “McDonald’s” usually don’t belong in the same sentence. But this Mickey D’s location in Freeport, Maine looks pretty classy, considering it was built inside a 150-year-old mansion. It’s actually the only McDonald’s in the town. Take a look below. SEE ALSO: 7 food startups that could change the way you eat Located in …
Inside the beautiful mountain lodge where the biggest names in tech and media are staying for Allen & Co.’s annual ‘summer camp for billionaires’
Every year in July, investment bank Allen & Co. holds an exclusive conference in Sun Valley, Idaho. It’s a time for the top executives of America’s media, technology, and sports industries to hobnob and make deals. Past attendees have included the likes of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and Twitter CEO Jack …