17 photos that show why the rich and famous love to travel to St. Barts

Saint-Barthélemy (also known as St. Barts or St. Barths) is a French-speaking Caribbean island that’s popular among the rich and the famous. Its array of stunning beaches, luxury yachts, designer boutiques, and delicious restaurants have helped it become a travel hot spot. From the best places to party to restaurants with incredible views, here are …

3 things you should know before booking flights to a foreign country

Daniel Durazo, who is the Director of Communications for Allianz Global Assistance, explains three important things to keep in mind when booking a flight to a foreign country. Follow BI Video: On Twitter Join the conversation about this story » read more >>> Source : BusinessInsider.Com

The best New York City restaurant for every type of cuisine

No matter what type of food you’re itching for, you can find it in New York City. As part of its 2017 restaurant-survey results, released in October, Zagat compiled a list of the best restaurants in New York City for every type of cuisine. From smoky barbecue to flavor-packed ramen to handmade falafel, there’s a …

This is officially the best hotel suite in the world, complete with bulletproof windows and a private spa

The Excelsior Hotel Gallia in Milan, Italy, hosts the most opulent hotel suite in the world, according to this year’s World Travel Awards. The Katara Suite, which has retained its title as the World’s Leading Hotel Suite for a second year, is also the grandest when it comes to scale. At 11,000 square feet it …

14 surprising things you didn’t know about Malaysia

Malaysia is one of Asia’s hidden gems. The country is often overlooked — it lacks the economic prestige of its neighbor and former state Singapore, and it isn’t a renowned tourism destination like two of its other neighbors, Thailand and Indonesia. But take a closer look and you’ll find a country with a rich history, …

This luxury travel service will build you a custom temporary hotel anywhere in the world

Your options for picking a vacation destination are typically limited to the places where hotels and other accommodations have already been built. But the London-based luxury travel agency Black Tomato is changing that with a new offering: a service that allows you to make your next vacation spot anywhere in the world. Called Blink, the …

Stunning photos of the Brooklyn neighborhood that puts on the best Christmas-light display in America

The suburban Brooklyn neighborhood of Dyker Heights is a quiet and friendly area year-round – that is, until the holidays start. That’s when the neighborhood is flooded with thousands of Christmas-light peepers anxious to see the area’s famed displays. Countless homes in the neighborhood take part, putting up dazzling and awe-inspiring feats of festivity, and …

The US government may allow in-flight phone calls, and people are freaking out

On December 8, the Department of Transportation announced a proposal that would require airlines and ticket agents to disclose in advance whether voice calls are allowed on-board during flights. Although most passengers assume cellphone use is prohibited by the federal government on commercial flights, that’s actually not the case. In fact, the DOT’s announcement shines …

A man who’s been traveling for 10 years says this is the biggest budgeting mistake people make when planning a vacation

Matt Kepnes — better known as Nomadic Matt – knows a thing or two about traveling on a budget. During a trip to Thailand in 2005, Kepnes decided to quit his job and continue to travel the world indefinitely. Ten years later, he hasn’t stopped, filling his blog, “Nomadic Matt,” with advice and publishing a …

Delta may bring back a free perk it got rid of years ago (DAL)

This week, Delta Air Lines announced that it is testing complimentary meals in economy class on certain flights between New York and California. According to the Atlanta-based airline, the test period began on November 1 and will conclude on December 15 on board Los Angeles and San Francisco bound flights. “We are constantly actively listening …

This New York City restaurant spends more than $60,000 a year getting ready for Christmas — take a look inside

When it comes to getting in the Christmas spirit, no one does it quite like Rolf’s German Restaurant in New York City’s Gramercy Park. The otherwise quiet restaurant and bar is a spectacle during the holidays. Thousands of sparkling ornaments, icicles, lights, and dolls dangle above customers as they sip spiked hot apple cider and …

This floating UFO home lets you live underwater

UFO sightings could become a lot more frequent. Boating startup, Jet Capsule, has released this updated look at their Unidentified Floating Homes, futuristic houseboats that look like UFOs. The new version comes with larger rooms, a new top deck, and faster engines. Follow Tech Insider: On Facebook Join the conversation about this story » read …

18 mountains that celebrities and business moguls love to ski

For many, the onset of winter means the chance to hit the slopes. While there’s plenty of mountains to choose from around the world, some ski resorts are specifically known for their exclusive terrain and luxurious amenities. We’ve put together a list of 18 ski resorts where celebrities, royals, and business travelers are known to …

Foursquare’s CEO has lived in 5 different countries — here’s how a love of travel led him to the startup world

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There’s now a $75 million private jet for your inner Texas oil tycoon (ERJ)

There’s flying, and then there’s flying. Brazilian private-jet maker Embraer prefers that its customers experience the finer side of aviation. Earlier this year, the Sao Paulo-based company dazzled with its Kyoto Airship concept interior that featured a massive skylight installed on its flagship Lineage 1000E jets. Now, Embraer has teamed up with Eddie Sotto, a …

A banker-turned-blogger who more than doubled her income in a year explains why wealth has made little difference in her life

When Kristin Addis quit her job as an investment banker in 2012, she had saved about $20,000 in cash and $60,000 in retirement savings. “I had been saving for years,” Addis told Business Insider. “It was between putting money into buying a condo or traveling.” She chose traveling. Since buying a one-way ticket to Bangkok …

Foursquare CEO Jeff Glueck shares his favorite restaurant and his thoughts on why travel matters for business

Foursquare CEO Jeff Glueck has explored much of the world, both in a professional capacity and for his own personal enjoyment. The list of cities he’s visited and worked in is longer than most, which would make sense for the head of a company that thrives on its users’ thirst to explore, discover, and share …

Sweden’s famous Icehotel now has hand-carved ice rooms that stay frozen all year

Sweden’s famous Icehotel — the one that started the ice hotel trend — has opened a new wing that will remain frozen all year round. Called Icehotel 365, the area includes 20 suites, an ice bar, and a gallery of ice sculptures and artwork. This is the first year the hotel, which is ordinarily only …

This is what’s really going on with the new Air Force One (BA)

Boeing’s upcoming replacement for the US Air Force’s fleet of aging presidential transports may have run into an unexpected snag. President-elect Donald Trump tweeted Tuesday morning that he believes the Boeing 747-8-based jet — which was selected last year — is too expensive and that he intends to cancel the order. “Boeing is building a …

A perfect storm is creating dangerous amounts of air pollution in Paris

Paris is facing peak levels of air pollution as a perfect storm of car traffic, heating and no wind create dangerous amounts of smog over the City of Love. Follow Tech Insider: On Facebook Join the conversation about this story » read more >>> Source : BusinessInsider.Com

Europe’s best low-cost airline just got the green light to charge full-steam into America

Late Friday, the US Department of Transportation finalized its decision to grant Norwegian Air International approval to operate flights into the US. In April, the Federal Agency granted the Norwegian Air subsidiary tentative permission to enter the market. “This case is among the most novel and complex ever undertaken by the Department,” The DOT said …

Beautiful National Geographic photos show what life is like in very state in America

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Wealthy Americans have a new attitude about traveling — and it should terrify hotel chains

When busy people go on vacation, they’re often looking to put their feet up, catch up on sleep, and just generally enjoy being somewhere else for a spell. But in addition to the mental break, it seems more and more likely that what well-heeled travelers value is the chance to have a truly authentic experience, …

A woman who quit her job as an investment banker now earns just as much traveling the world on her own

In March 2012, Kristin Addis quit her job as an investment banker in Southern California. “It was hard for me when our paid time off was only 14 days per year,” she tells Business Insider. “We’d go to the office puking our guts out because we didn’t want to use our vacation time being sick. …

21 of the strangest weapons people have tried to take through airport security

21 of the strangest weapons people have tried to take through airport security Join the conversation about this story » NOW WATCH: The Secret Service seized $30 million in fake money in its biggest bust ever read more >>> Source : BusinessInsider.Com