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Free cherry blossom festival to be held at museum

The event in Bradford will celebrate the beauty of the cherry blossom tree, organisers say.

Andi Eigenmann vacations in Japan with kids Ellie, Lilo, Koa

Andi Eigenmann and her kids are having the best time vacationing in Japan. On Instagram, the Siargao-based former actress shared some photos from their trip to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. "First on our Osaka itinerary: Lilo & Koa's first amusement park experience," Andi wrote. "Pretty cool to find out that 3 out of 3 of my children love the thrill of roller coaster rides!" she added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Andi...

2GO's MV Masigla Sets Sail, Offers Fun Amenities

Here are things to do aboard MV Masigla.

Bristol in pictures: Rising from the ashes

A selection of photographs showing life in Bristol, from sport to opera and the city's parks.

Best inflatable tents to make setting up a comfy campsite easy

Best inflatable tents to make setting up a comfy campsite easy - These inflatable marvels are just the ticket for hassle-free holidays

A Fast Tour of Japan's Car Culture

We leave it up to the chef on a tour of car culture in Japan, and we're not disappointed.

Pictured: The best 25 beaches in Europe for 2024 according to Tripadvisor, from DORSET to Portugal via Cyprus. Which one would you put on your bucket (and spade) list? Vote in our poll...

Brits don't have to book an expensive long-haul flight to enjoy a world-class beach. As this Tripadvisor ranking of the top 25 beaches in Europe makes clear...

The Observer view on overtourism: sometimes, the planet’s hotspots are best left unvisited

Climbing Everest used to be an even more dangerous pursuit than it is today, requiring huge bravery, endurance and skill. Even then the mountain could kill. A century ago, it claimed the lives of two of Britain’s finest climbers, George Mallory and Sandy Irvine. The world’s highest mountain eventually succumbed to human challenge when, almost three decades later, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay carried the flags of Britain, the UN, and Nepal...

Welsh monastery with controversial history for sale for £1.5 million

Welsh monastery with controversial history for sale for £1.5 million - Looking to live like a hermit? Capel-Y-Ffin Monastery might be the place to do it

Turkey’s melting pot: a foodie break in Istanbul

Saturday morning, 10am, and I’m sitting at a café table on a cobbled street in the Beşiktaş neighbourhood of Istanbul, sipping a glass of çay (Turkish tea) and waiting for breakfast. By the café entrance, a plump, grey-haired man in a crisp white apron is sharpening a knife, before slicing through what is generally acknowledged to be the largest doner kebab in Turkey. The kebab weighs 100kg, a meaty monster slowly cooking from the outside in....

Binay to LGUs: Help elevate street food

SEN. Nancy Binay urged local executives to help boost Philippine tourism by raising the quality of street food to attract local and foreign tourists. In a statement on Sunday, Binay said Filipino food can be used as a "powerful marketing tool," especially now that the street food adventure "is very alive." "The street food culture is actually untapped tourism potential," said Binay, the Senate Committee on Tourism chairman. "We should support...

PH targets big-spender tourists from US

THE Philippines aims to attract about 15 percent more visitors from the United States, seeing the highly valuable market as a big contributor to the full recovery of the tourism sector. In 2023, more than 1.4 million visitors from the US arrived in the Philippines, generating P35 billion in revenues — the highest among the country's top tourist markets. "This is 215 percent higher than the tourism receipts from South Korea, so this is how...

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Pope heads to Venice in first trip of 2024

VENICE, ITALY — Pope Francis flew into Venice on Sunday for his first trip of the year, testing his mobility and resilience after a number of health scares in recent months. The Venice trip is the first of four in Italy planned for the next three months. He is scheduled to visit Verona in May and Trieste in July, and is also expected to attend a June summit of Group of Seven (G7) leaders in Bari. In September, he is set to embark on what may be...

Cartimar: A Pasay Local's Guide to Shopping and Dining

Your Tito's go-to for groovy shirts and imported pabango is alive and kicking.

Philippines eyes a million American tourist arrivals in 2024 -DOT

NEW YORK CITY - The Philippines is looking to increase the number of American visitors to the country this year to about a million visitors amid renewed ties between the two allied nations. In a dialogue with Filipino journalists participating in the Friends, Allies, Partners Program at the Philippine Consulate in New York, Tourism Attaché Francisco Lardizabal said that while American tourists ranked second only to South Koreans in terms of...

Why I decided to ditch the ratrace to work in fishing full-time

When Ashley Mullenger signed up for a fishing trip on the coast of Norfolk, she was completely unaware that the course of her life was about to change, according to BBC Woman's Hour.

The most dangerous cities in Africa

The beautiful continent of Africa: incredible beaches, amazing wildlife, and unbelievable history. Africa is on many travelers' bucket lists, however, the continent does struggle with the growing issue of crime. From the constant threat of terrorism to the presence of thieves and gangs, there is a lot to be cautious of. This gallery ranks the 15 most dangerous cities in Africa according to their Crime Index score. The score is determined by giving different types of crimes numerical values, considering how serious they are, and then adding up these scores to give an overall measure of how safe or risky an area is in terms of crime. Intrigued? Swipe through to discover the most dangerous cities in Africa.

Inside the hidden 100-year-old tunnels beneath London Underground

London is well -renowned for its complicated and vast subterranean network - but what is less known are the various forgotten tunnels that allow people to spy on unsuspecting commuters.

Oakwood returns to Makati City: What to expect

Oakwood, an esteemed brand under the global leadership of The Ascott Limited, known for serviced residences, has officially returned to the heart of Makati City. This was after I’M Hotel, a hotel in Makati City, added Oakwood Makati Avenue into its property portfolio. It is helmed by the same management team as I’M hotel with […]

A family ferry trip across to Dublin has its fair share of drama

‘We should really check that,’ I say to my wife about our son’s passport, which we’d suddenly remembered might be going out of date soon. With a sharp dart of sweating horror, I grab it from the drawer and discover it has indeed expired, just two days earlier – and we are due to fly to Dublin in six days. We decide our only option is to book ourselves on to a later ferry instead. The problem with the ferry is it means six hours of driving...

Balai Palma's Sequel Kasa Palma Is a Tropical Oasis in Poblacion

It's home to a stellar tasting menu + wood-fired specials served from their "jungle kitchen."

I've been to more than 30 countries, but I'll always think this European city is the best destination for children of any age

I'll always think London is the best destination for kids of all ages because the city has easy transportation methods and tons of museums and parks.

Rising Mactan World Museum an Ode to Fil-Spanish History

P1.2-billion project honors place where Lapu-Lapu beat Magellan.

Must-visit: Recommended tourist destinations in South Korea

Sparkle World Tour, may additional dates sa U.S.A, Canada, at Japan | UB

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City where house costs $90k is hailed as next Paris or Rome

Despite Detroit's reputation as one of the most violent cities in America, crime rates have been trending down - and the city has plenty to offer in terms of music, culture and iconic landmarks.

Partners in the hospitality industry

Travel, tourism, lodging, recreation, food and beverage are all partners in the hospitality industry, and sales and marketing is a very important component that drives and ensures the growth and success of the sector. Thus, as the premier organization of hotel sales and marketing leaders in the Philippines, the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) last week held its general membership meeting and the launch of its 10th Virtus Awards set...

With new tourist fee 'Disney-fication' of Venice, the world hits its overtourism tipping point

Tourists in Venice far outnumber residents who fear the 'Disney-fication" of the Italian city. A day-trip fee added last week did not go over well as a fix.

Saudi Arabia wants big spenders for the first part of its Neom megaproject

The luxury Red Sea island resort of Sindalah is due to open this year. It's aimed at upmarket travelers to set itself apart from nearby Dubai.

Boracay's Nonie's Opens First Metro Manila Branch in Alabang

You've got to try the adobo.

Festivals join pilot scheme to be greener

Reading Festival and Reading Pride are two of the events taking part in a sustainability scheme.

Funds needed for WW2 RAF Lancaster crash memorial

Five airmen died on a flight carrying PoWs home from Belgium near the end of World War Two.

How Berlin's techno scene came to define the post-wall city and earn UNESCO cultural heritage status — with a little help from Detroit

Berlin's techno scene has helped transform the city into a youthful, vibrant hub of artists, students, and other creatives.

Enjoy Unlimited ASEAN Travel for Less Than P15,000 with Explorer Pass

Say hello to endless ASEAN adventures.

There's a new No. 1 U.S. airline—it's not Delta

WalletHub compared the nine largest U.S. airlines, plus one regional carrier, across three major categories.

Spending the night at England's 'most haunted pub'

Paranormal enthusiasts join a BBC One Show crew at the 800-year-old inn which only opens at night.

Billionaire forced to demolish Nantucket beach home

Starwood Capital Group CEO Barry Sternlicht reportedly had to raze his beach house on the Nantucket coast. Erosion was to blame, according to the Nantucket Current.

Tandem paragliding, swak para sa adrenaline junkies at newbies | 24 Oras Weekend

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California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — During three years of working as a parade performer at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California, Zach Elefante always has had a second or third job to help him earn a living. Unlike the experiences of his peers at Disney's parks in Orlando, Florida, where there is a much smaller talent pool, the performers who play Mickey Mouse, Goofy and other beloved Disney characters at the California parks aren't always provided a...

New hangout spots in one Makati City property: Filipino-Italian resto, LGBT friendly bar

Makati Avenue’s I’M Hotel houses a new Filipino-Italian restaurant and a vibrant LGBTQIA+ friendly space, set to open this week. Unveiled last April 17, the hotel unveiled its newest food and beverage outlets, Osteria M and Barangay Bar. ‘Modern Filitalian’ Osteria M, located at the lower ground of I’M Hotel, is a vision of the […]

Dog restrictions to be brought in on Westward Ho!

Restrictions will be in place from 1 May for parts of Westward Ho! beach and promenade.

Costco has yet to bring warehouses to these 3 US states

Costco has over 600 warehouses across the U.S., but not one is located in these three states.

A Delta Boeing 767 made an emergency landing after its exit slide fell off midair

Delta flight 520, a Boeing 767, returned to JFK around an hour into the flight after crew noticed a problem with the slide over the right wing.

RCBC Credit Cards provide access to 49 Japan airport lounges

RCBC Credit Cards provide Mastercard and Visa premium cardholders unparalleled access to 49 lounges at 34 airports in Japan through collaboration with Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). This collaboration marks a milestone in enhancing the travel experience for RCBC Credit Card holders, offering comfort and convenience during their travel to Japan. Subject to a qualifying spend, RCBC Credit Card World, Infinite, Platinum Mastercard...

St. John pigs’ trotters could be coming to your high street

St. John pigs’ trotters could be coming to your high street -

Cornwall tourism chief warns visitors could be hit by 'tax on holidaymakers'

Cornwall tourism chief warns visitors could be hit by 'tax on holidaymakers' - Malcolm Bell says a ‘tourist tax’ raise would money for local businesses

I moved with my toddler from New York to South Dakota. The community here is more focused on family, but I miss diverse food.

I'm a single mom and moved with my daughter to South Dakota without knowing anyone. I have more budget to do fun things here, but miss diversity.

Best books about gardens to read in 2024

Best books about gardens to read in 2024 - Windows into extraordinary gardens and those who tend to them

3 iconic chefs on Limasawa Island

Last April 20 to 22, culinary icons Glenda Barretto, Jessie Sincioco and Myrna Segismundo made their way to the island of Limasawa to support Sugat: The First Creative Ecological Festival. This is an initiative of Fr. Dennis Cagantas, founder and chair of Mend—Music for the Environment and National Development—to teach locals about sustainability in celebration of Earth Day. Explaining the theme, Fr. Dennis says, “The word “sugat” carries two...