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These Dog-Friendly Hotels Will Pamper Your Pup in Luxury

Save this for your next road trip.

34 Rare Vintage Photos of The Plaza Hotel

It’s always been the place to be.

How Tipping Backlash Could Affect How You Make Money

Lately, the tipping rate in the United States has exponentially increased. According to USA Today, the average tip in America is about 18%. There have been many complaints about the rise of tipping...

How to Transform Your Outdoor Space Into a Cozy Place to Hang Out

Make it instantly more inviting.

Why tourism-hungry Hong Kong needs to get with the times, put inclusion front and centre and even become a diversity hub

Hong Kong's official attitude towards gender diversity and equality tarnishes its reputation as a welcoming tourist hub in the eyes of many By embracing inclusivity and respecting people's identities and genders, Hong Kong would reap the benefits, and could even become a diversity hub In the past, Hong Kong was renowned for its competitive prices f...

Best of the unprecedented Northern Lights from the UK and across the world

Star gazers were left with sore necks looking up at the lights putting on their dazzling display across the weekend.

The 20 Best Luggage Brands Worth Investing In

From Samsonite to Rimowa, Tumi to Away—here's what you need to know about each one.

Former visitor centre in the Cotswolds to be sold

The centre closed its doors in February, having been a visitors centre since 1996.

Creepy and fascinating ghost towns you can actually visit

Desolate landscapes, abandoned houses, and dilapidated buildings aren't just the settings of horror movies—they're also somewhat commonly found all over the world. Once bustling locations can become ghost towns for various reasons. Curious to discover some of them? Then click through and take a look at the world's eeriest ghost towns that were left to rot.

Want to Keep Deer From Eating Your Garden? Here's What to Plant

If Bambi likes to visit your garden, this list is for you.

30 Rare Photographs Taken at Chateau Marmont

The iconic Hollywood hotel has been a favorite among celebrities for nearly 100 years.

4 places in Pontian Johor you and your loved ones might enjoy exploring!

If you’re thinking about a trip with your loved ones, Pontian might just be the... The post 4 places in Pontian Johor you and your loved ones might enjoy exploring! appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

The Most Popular Book the Year You Were Born

We had forgotten about so many of these.

Tourists, history seekers and a puppet: Meet the Trump trial devotees

Dozens stand in line in the early morning for a glimpse at the first criminal trial of a former US president.

The Best Solo Travel Destinations in the United States for an Unforgettable Adventure

Whether you're looking for nonstop activity or total relaxation. While traveling with friends and family can be a lot of fun, going somewhere alone has its perks. You get to choose everything — the destination, the hotel, the itinerary, the restaurants, how much money you spend and beyond. Only one opinion matters...yours. It's also a great way to push yourself out of your comfort zone, meet new people (if you so choose), unplug, rejuvenate and bask in moments of reflection — or even just escape reality for a few days. Whether you're planning your first adventure on your own or are a solo travel veteran, choosing a destination can be overwhelming, especially if you still have a lot of places to check off your bucket list. The good news is, you don't have to go far for the adventure or relaxation you crave, because there are plenty of options across the U.S. Weighing variables such as walkability, safety, self care opportunities, number of historic sites and museums and access to nature, we've come up with a list of the best places in the U.S. for solo travelers — ranging from mountain and beach destinations to small towns and large cities. Time to book your ticket for one, plan your itinerary (or don't, remember, it's your trip!) and answer to no one except yourself for a few days.

What the State You Grew Up in Says About You

Every state has its own distinctive culture and traditions.

Yes, You Can Book a Stay at These Celeb-Approved Hotels

You might get starstruck at these luxury properties.

What lurks beneath: Treasures, wrecks and curios

More than 300 items found at sea were reported last year including an elephant tusk and human bones.

10 of America’s Best Water Parks

Make a splash at these fun-filled oases.

Holiday hotspot popular with Brits threatens to ban all visitors

Binibeca Vell on Menorca has threatened to ban all tourists after previously telling them to only visit between 11am and 8pm so they can enjoy their breakfasts.

Best photos of Friday's stunning aurora borealis seen across the US

Best photos of Friday's stunning aurora borealis seen across the US

Heading to Milan? These Are the 21 Travel Essentials to Pack

Don’t leave the house without these jet-setter must-haves.

Northern lights make a rare southern appearance

Here's how airlines are using AI to make flying less of a nightmare

United Airlines, for example, uses AI to decide which departing flights can be held for connecting passengers, limiting a dreaded travel nightmare.

It's Official: We Found the 40 Prettiest Flowers in the World

How many of these breathtaking beauties do you recognize? As is often the case with beautiful things, we've given flowers meaning—so much so that even looking at one can make you feel more alive. A plain red rose has become a romantic expression of love and sunny daffodils represent the rebirth of the planet every spring. Of course, because they're plants, we also use them in more practical ways: Silky flower petals have been crushed and distilled into essential oils and perfumes for centuries, and we've figured out how to eat some of them and make tea with select leaves, stalks, and blooms. But to put it simply, the joy of admiring a gorgeous, colorful flower is unmatched. (Though we should note that some are best admired from afar because of toxicity.) Not to mention, no two flowers are exactly the same. Some rise out of the water to bloom while others sprout vines that go where they want…permanently decorating the side of your house. Even low bushes can produce incredible blossoms, like giant peonies, and if you've ever sat under a cherry blossom tree with a cool breeze blowing tiny petals around you, you know how magnificent flowering trees can be. A person who loves flowers is called an "anthophile," and if this describes you, you'll probably recognize most—if not all—of the flowers below. Rare or common, bright or soft, simple or complex, these beautiful flowers from around the world are certainly sights to behold.

New York Metropolitan Museum of Art dedicates show to ground-breaking Harlem Renaissance black art movement

55 years after its disastrous Harlem Renaissance show that featured no art by black artists, the New York Met has another show of the modern art movement's work 160 pieces depict the realities of daily life in black communities such as Harlem from 1920s to the 1940s, and portray the movement's great writers and thinkers The first time the Metropoli...

20 fun classic beach cars

9 fascinating places that don't actually exist

Here are some of the world’s most incredible places that don’t officially exist.

These 10 Mountain Towns Are as Affordable as They Are Beautiful

Buy a house with the view you've always dreamed of.

7 of the Most Ridiculously Long Interstates in the U.S.

Historic, iconic, impossibly long.

Sun, sea and delcious food: 10 wonderful agriturismos in Italy

You can’t beat an agriturismo. Rural locations, owners whose main job is farming, plus food and drink produced on site all add up to a charmingly informal stay. There is rarely a reception desk and there’ll be dogs and crowing roosters to contend with, but they offer brilliant food and a friendly welcome. And they are not all buried in the countryside; there are lots of agriturismos around Italy’s 5,000 miles of coast. Here are 10 within walking...

The World’s 20 Most Beautiful Cities to Visit in Your Lifetime

Some standards and some surprises–all dazzling destinations to tempt you on your next trip.

Geologist and historian solves centuries old Mona Lisa mystery

Geologist and Renaissance art historian Ann Pizzorusso believes she might finally have an answer to put the debate to rest.

These Garden Arches Can Transform Your Backyard Into a Beautiful Oasis

Adding visual interest to your outdoor space has never been easier.

Historical pictures of old zoos from the last centuries

Humans have always been fascinated by the animal world around them. In ancient Egypt, for instance, kings used beasts to demonstrate their wealth and power. Later, menageries, circuses, and finally zoos gradually entered society. While today’s zoos have adopted missions centred around conservation, those of the last century focused more on entertainment. Here are 20 captivating images of zoos from days gone by.

Cosy tiny homes perfect for a minimalist escape

From a lake-side glasshouse in Iceland to a miniature wooden pod in England, these snug pads are perfect for escaping the winter chill.

Urban Giants: the world's largest city with 500 million residents

Orca tears apart a white shark (VIDEO)

Were there no footage of it, it would be hard to believe. But an orca did indeed attack a white shark on its own. Scientists therefore reacted with astonishment to the unique video footage. It took the male orca less than two minutes off the coast of South Africa's Mossel Bay to attack a white shark and devour its liver. The orca grabbed the shark's left pectoral fin, yanked the shark open and finally targeted its innards. The orca disappeared...

13 Beautiful City Skyline Photos Snapped Around the World

Dazzling views from the top await.

See how bright the northern lights were in Michigan

See how bright the northern lights were in Michigan

Why does this Japanese town want to build a wall to block Mount Fuji?

13 Nostalgic Photos of Vintage Amusement Parks

What a thrill.

Weird things that have washed up on beaches

While we usually find shells, fish, and pretty pebbles on beaches, there have been some pretty weird discoveries in the last century. On the beaches near busy shipping routes, for example, some of the most bizarre merchandise has been found, including cat-shaped telephones and giant hairballs. There has also been strange natural phenomena and devastating environmental pollution. If you're curious about what crazy objects have been found on our beaches, take a look through this gallery.

Remembering the fishermen who never came home

Services are being held around the UK coast to honour the fishermen who lost their lives at sea

These Are the 24 Most Expensive ZIP Codes in Hawaii

Hawaii, renowned for its stunning beaches, lush landscapes and luxurious living, boasts some of the most expensive real estate in the United States. From breathtaking oceanfront properties to secluded...

Bushwalker found after a freezing and wet night in the bush

The 38-year-old woman became lost while hiking near Valley Road in Katoomba, west of Sydney , on Friday and was reported missing at about 11.30am.

Secrets hotels don't want you to know

The majority of hotels, especially the most luxurious ones, are known for their excellent service and usually offer the best conditions to accommodate their guests. However, there are some things that happen behind the scenes at hotels that they don't want you to know about. Click through this gallery to find out more!

The 15 Best Mother-Daughter Trips to Take Together

Celebrate mom more than once a year with these curated trips!

8 Ways To Spend Less on Your Daily Cup of Coffee

America is a country that heavily relies on coffee. Coffee is the most popular beverage in America, beating tap water, tea, soft drinks and juice. According to Drive Research, nearly 3 in 4 Americans...

'It's like the M25!' Fury as caravans invade Yorkshire beauty spot

Scenic South Gare in Redcar, North Yorkshire, was remote and tranquil until Covid. But visitors realised they could park up there and dodge police during lockdown, causing a boost in its popularity.