Month: December 2023

Kyoto has a reputation as an expensive city to visit, but it’s much more affordable than you might realize. In addition to high-end kaiseki restaurants and luxury ryokan hotels, Kyoto has plenty of options for accommodations, dining and exploring that won’t break the bank – you just need to know where to look. Here are
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Honduras is a rugged and raw country in Central America that often flies under the tourism radar, but is absolutely brimming with reasons to visit. There are UNESCO-listed Maya ruins, dense rainforests and superlative reefs that court avid divers and adrenaline-seeking adventurers. Honduras’ wild heart beats strongest in its national parks, many of which are
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Over the past 25 years, The Whisky Exchange has evolved into one of world’s premiere retailers of high end whiskies. It was initially founded in London by brothers—and fine spirit connoisseurs—Sukhinder and Rajbir Singh. In the process of building out an impossibly vast personal collection of scotch, they’ve managed to sip through countless expressions from
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Like a maiko (apprentice geisha), who has a different hairpin for every month of the year, Kyoto is highly attuned to the seasons – and your travel plans should be, too. Make the most of your time here by seeking out the experiences and tastes that define each season, from winter snows to spring cherry blossoms.
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Topline McDonald’s on Wednesday said it would open its first CosMc restaurant in the U.S. this month, shedding light on the highly anticipated, drinks-focused spin-off chain that is inspired by an alien and will see the fast food giant compete with the likes of Starbucks and Dunkin’. Key Facts McDonald’s said the first pilot site
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Cairo is a magnet for travelers on a budget, and many of the capital’s attractions are free or cheap to visit – paying just $11 gets you entry to the Pyramids of Giza, the only surviving wonder of the ancient world. The biggest attractions in greater Cairo – the pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, the soon-to-open Grand
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Colorado has long been renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and year-round outdoor adventures, and during the holidays, it transforms into a winter wonderland. Colorado’s allure during this special season lies in its ability to seamlessly combine timeless traditions with thrilling new adventures. From annual events to celebrate the season and memorable winter activities to festive
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While Lower Manhattan teems with tourists exploring everything from Trinity Church to South Street Seaport, the region is not necessarily known as “hospitality central.” That title typically is awarded to Midtown (think Rockefeller Center and Times Square), or to the Upper West and East Sides, adjacent to stellar Central Park. Yet the sheer number of
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Beer is a multisensory experience. Sure it looks, smells and tastes great, but another way to enhance enjoyment of beer is to read about it to understand and appreciate how it is made, where the different flavors come from, and its history and the role it has played in society. Each year, dozens of beer
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The rolling green fields, mist-draped mountains, castles and cliffs of Ireland have been the backdrop to countless romantic vacations. But this stunning country is also a wonderful option for kid-friendly getaways due to its rich mix of cultural sights, hospitality, natural playgrounds, ancient tales and, of course, the craic. Between all the wildlife, legends, impromptu music sessions and playtime
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Few months spark a yearning for somewhere brighter and hotter than December. And with the UK in the midst of a wintry spell, it is once again time to start dreaming of swaying palm trees and whooshing waves to ring in the new year.  Enter the Caribbean, clad in its best high-season apparel, and offering
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Bali–Lombok–Gili Islands may be the classic Indonesian “tour,” but there is so much more to Indonesia. With more than 13,000 islands to choose from, the world’s biggest island nation offers an entire playground of adventure.  Plan your trip around these 11 things to do. 1. Walk with dragons in Komodo National Park The Unesco-protectedKomodo National Park is
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