Anthony Bourdain was found dead Friday morning in an apparent suicide, CNN reported. Before his death, Bourdain had been working on episodes of his TV show, “Parts Unknown,” and had written an op-ed about completing a “cinematic dream.” Some of his final posts on social media show him, director girlfriend Asia Argento, and “cinematographer idol” …
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The most luxurious hostel in every European country under £40 a night
The idea of staying in a messy, loud hostel might seem like a thing of the past — best kept for the backpacking days of your late teens and 20s. However, a “hostel” is simply “budget-friendly accommodation that focuses on a shared social experience.” While to be considered a hostel it must have the option …
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The 5-star Mandarin Oriental Hotel in London is on fire
A massive fire has broken out on the roof of the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Knightsbridge, London. Eyewitnesses shared dramatic videos of black smoke billowing out of the five-star luxury hotel. There is no information about any casualties at this point. The fire in London is the mandarin oriental hotel in Knightsbridge pic.twitter.com/tMrVTOUF3j — Jack …
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Inside the private island resort on a South Pacific lagoon that’s on sale for $23 million
The Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort in the Cook Islands is for sale. This slice of paradise comes at a cost, though, and is on the market for $23 million (£17 million). The luxury resort comes with 36 bungalows, restaurants, bars, pools, and a gym. There are 45 years left on the lease. The Aitutaki …
Asking for this one thing at check-in could mean your suitcase arrives first at baggage claim
Summer is officially here, meaning many people are packing their bags to jet off to warmer climates. Everyone dreads the idea of their bags getting lost in transit and being caught short at the start of their holiday. Simply placing a ‘fragile’ sticker on one of your suitcases can help, according to Travel & Leisure. …
The 19 worst airports in the world
Your flying experience doesn’t just depend on what airline you’re flying with — but also what airport you’re flying from. As well as ranking the best airlines in the world, flight compensation company AirHelp has named and shamed the worst airports in the world as part of its annual AirHelp Score. AirHelp analysed quality of …
RANKED: The 13 best airlines in the world in 2018
The best and worst airlines in the world have been revealed by flight compensation company AirHelp — and some of them are surprising. The company’s sixth annual AirHelp Score rates airlines based on quality of service, on-time performance, and claim processing in order to produce an overall score. The highest ranking airlines prove that customer …
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Why you should always take the hotel room with the sofa bed, and 9 other hacks frequent travellers use to make a standard room feel like a suite
Getting the suite experience can be possible even if you’re staying in a standard hotel room. Business Insider asked frequent travellers and experts for the things they always do to ensure they have the most comfortable stay possible and receive the best service. Their advice includes things like always arriving at your hotel on time, …
Italy’s newest international airline just arrived and it wants to take on the world with Qatari money
A new airline — Air Italy — made its maiden voyage on Friday between its hub in Milan and New York’s JFK airport. The airline aims to reposition Milan’s Malpensa airport as a major international hub, while creating a high-quality service and experience-focused product. The airline is 49% owned by Qatar Airways, which was ranked …
How JetBlue, Southwest, WOW and other airlines can sell insanely cheap tickets and stay in business (JBLU, LUV)
Airlines are holding flash sales with heavily discounted tickets in an effort to entice travelers to fly this summer. Low-cost carriers have been the most aggressive in their discounting. These airlines are able to offer these incredibly cheap tickets as part of their revenue management strategy and as a result of their low-cost business model. …
How much it will cost you to live in 11 popular expat cities
Many people dream of packing it all in and relocating to warmer climes or simply to discover a new city, culture, or language. UBS has ranked global cities in terms of what it would cost expats to live there as a family for one month. If you can’t quite afford the price tag of Geneva, …
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Every amazing, strange, and delicious food I tried during an epic 6-week trip to China
With 1.3 billion people and 56 ethnic groups, China has one of the most complex and diverse cuisines in the world. Dozens of different regional cuisines are drastically different from one another with different flavor profiles, ingredients, and cooking methods. On a recent six-week trip to China, I tried to eat as many different dishes …
13 places to travel in July for every type of traveler
The best places to visit in July are already on savvy travelers’ lists. Business Insider looked at airfare trends, climate data, and peak travel times to find the best places to visit in July 2018. The destinations include tropical getaways, natural wonders, and America’s oldest Independence Day celebration. July is peak travel season for Americans, …
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What it’s like to fly on Tigerair, the cheapest airline in the world
Tigerair Australia was recently named the cheapest airline in the world in Rome2rio’s 2018 Global Flight Price Ranking. The report estimated that the domestic carrier’s flights cost $0.06 per km (US dollars) on average. We took at what it’s like to fly on Tigerair. Low-cost carrier Tigerair Australia was recently named the cheapest airline in …
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Thailand’s famous beach from ‘The Beach’ is closing after damage by too many tourists
Thailand’s Maya Bay, made famous in 1998 film “The Beach,” is closing to tourists for the first time. The crowds it attracts have caused damaged to the beach and its surroundings. The beach is also unlike the one depicted in the film due to its crowds, litter, and the noise of boat engines. It will …
JetBlue is selling round-trip tickets for just $73 (JBLU)
JetBlue launched a two-day flash sale on Wednesday. The New York-based boutique airline is offering select one-way flights for as low as $34 from Worcester, Massachusetts, to New York. Other standout deals include $44 for flights between Atlanta and Orlando as well as Long Beach and San Francisco. The JetBlue sale ends at 11:59 pm …
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The UK’s national Quidditch team will pay two friends £600 to fly to Florence for the sport’s World Cup this summer — flights and accommodation included
The UK’s national quidditch team is seeking two friends to act as ‘runners’ for the squad during the Quidditch World Cup in Florence, Italy this summer. The friends will be paid £600 with travel and accommodation included. They will cheer the team on from the benches, help with water, and pass on important information. The …
Here are the 10 airlines people like and hate the most in North America
J.D. Power‘s 2018 North American Airline Satisfaction Study found overall consumer satisfaction to be at an all-time high. Airlines did struggle with delivering high-quality in-flight connectivity. Southwest Airlines finished with highest score overall and the highest score for a low-cost airline. Alaska Airlines finished with the third highest score and the highest score for a …
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Delta’s 64,000 employees now have new designer uniforms (DAL)
Delta Air Lines introduced its new Zac Posen-designed and Lands’ End-made uniforms worldwide on Tuesday. The new threads are to be worn by the airline‘s 64,000 uniformed employees. The design and testing process of the uniforms took more than three years. Delta Air Lines employees received a new generation of uniforms on Tuesday. The Atlanta-based …
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8 things successful people do after getting back from vacation
Vacations are awesome. But returning from a break can be a real bummer. Here are some tips on how to ease back into work. Coming back from a magical vacation isn’t much fun. One minute, you’re lounging by the sparkling, blue sea without a care in the world. The next, you’re back in your gray …
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The most beautiful sunrise I’ve ever seen was on top of a volcano in Bali — here’s what it was like
There are few things more rewarding in life than waking up in the middle of the night, rolling out of a bed, slapping on some hiking boots, and trekking up a mountain for a sunrise. At least, I think so. My girlfriend, not so much. She thinks it’s more rewarding to skip the hike, sleep …
The 19 coolest, most overlooked places for a summer holiday in Europe
Globetrotters are always looking for new, under-the-radar travel destinations that provide a chance to escape the crowds and sea of selfie sticks. As summer kicks off, Business Insider asked friends, colleagues, and some of the world’s top travel experts for their favourite — and most overlooked — European destinations that can be seen in a …
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We tried to book a last-minute vacation with Airbnb and Hotel Tonight — and one was much easier to use than the other
Airbnb and Hotel Tonight both allow users to book last-minute homes or hotels at low or discounted prices. The apps have been growing more and more similar, with Hotel Tonight starting to allow users to book farther in advance, and Airbnb rolling out a loyalty program and allowing boutique hotels to list rooms on the …
A JetBlue plane was forced to make an emergency landing after colliding with a bird (JBLU)
JetBlue Flight 2216 made an emergency landing in Buffalo, New York after colliding with a bird shortly after takeoff. The Embraer 190 airliner was en route from Buffalo to Boston Thursday morning when the incident occurred. One of the plane’s engines reportedly ingested a seagull. However, the claim cannot be immediately confirmed. No injuries have …
These are the 10 most hated people on a plane
AirlineRatings.com recently surveyed its readers to find out which types of passengers people find most annoying on a plane. Of the more than 5,300 people who responded to the survey, 78% found people who smell bad to be the worst passengers to be around. Other types of passengers to make the top 10 include out …
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The world’s largest glasshouse has just reopened in London and it holds some of the rarest plants on earth
The Temperate House at Kew Gardens has reopened after a five-year restoration. Built in 1863, the Temperate House contains 10,000 plants, some of which are extinct in the wild. During the restoration process, 15,000 panes of glass were replaced. Kew Gardens has just reopened its Temperate House after a five-year restoration. The project cost £41m …
Here’s why booking cheap flights is better than collecting air miles, according to a deals expert
The 30-year-old founder of cheap flight newsletter Jack’s Flight Club alerts subscribers to the lowest flight prices on the internet. A self-confessed “geek” and “numbers guy,” he tracks and monitors prices multiple times a day to look for fluctuations. His advice for spending less money in the long run is to opt for the cheapest …