The year 2016 was a historic year in Colombia not just because of the peace agreement, but also because it reached a record rate of foreigner tourists. In March of this year, the Colombian government …
Tamborine Mountain: Getting into the spirits
When you think of absinthe, it’s usually in a fancy glass with a sugar cube, being sipped by some frail French writer at the turn of the century — perhaps in the confines of a dingy underg…
U.S. warns travelers about introducing invasive pests
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has created a PSA to raise travelers’ awareness about how they can unknowingly spread invasive pests through prohibited fruit, vegetables, plants and animal pr…
Norwegian reaches latest passenger milestone
Norwegian reached a new milestone in June, flying more than three million passengers in one single month for the first time.Since Norwegian first started flying in 2002, the airline has now carried ov…
Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel reopens in Paris
Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel has reopened after undergoing an extensive four-year restoration.Dating back to the 18th century, this historic treasure is decidedly reborn as a luxury hotel …
W Shanghai – The Bund opens in China
W Hotels has unveiled W Shanghai – The Bund, located in the heart of one of the world’s most energetic cities.With views overlooking the Huangpu River, W Shanghai will set the scene on the…
Lion bone export may damage Brand SA
The Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) has defended its decision to approve the export of 800 captive-bred lion skeletons to Asia this year, despite tourism and conservation stakeholders voicin…
A View From Your Plunge Pool at Casa Chameleon Las Catalinas
Costa Rica is second only to Mexico when it comes to the number of stunning resort hotels you can get to quickly from North America. The latest one with jaw-dropping views to show up in our pages is C…
Sovereign Hill in Australia offers a range of activities to experience this winter season
Sovereign Hill’s Winter Wonderlights event celebrates the cold season in festive styles. Visitors come from near and far, rugged up in beanies, scarves and mittens to enjoy a fun-filled day of C…
Laptop ban lifted on flights from Dubai, Istanbul
The U.S. has lifted the ban on carry-on electronic devices for flights departing from Istanbul and Dubai, Emirates and Turkish Airlines said. The cessation is effective immediately.“#WelcomeOnBo…