Although World Rum Day is traditionally observed on the second Saturday of July every year, National Rum Day is celebrated in the United States on August 16. Most of us associate rum with Caribbean countries, but the sugarcane-based spirit is now produced in many places, from Scotland to Africa and Hawai’i. Rum is the base
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At the midpoint between party-central Cancún and boho-chic Tulum, Playa del Carmen is a dynamic beach town offering everything from wellness retreats to raving parties to gourmet restaurants. It’s a favorite among digital nomads and sun-seeking families thanks to its walkable streets, easily accessible beaches, and proximity to Mayan ruins, coral reefs and cenotes (natural swimming
(credit: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley) Surrounded by countless sprawling manicured vineyards, the Napa/Sonoma wine region is world-renowned for its award-winning wine. The area is a top travel destination for bachelor and bachelorette parties, couples and lately even families looking to absorb themselves with the specialty shops, top restaurants and great-tasting wine. For
In this article ALK Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900ER aircraft on the tarmac at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, Washington, US, on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. David Ryder | Bloomberg | Getty Images Alaska Airlines flight attendants rejected a new labor deal that would have come with immediate
Edinburgh is the crown jewel of the British Isles. It brings to life the daydreams of anyone seeking the medieval, the regal and the outright fantastic. At its heart is the Royal Mile, a cobblestone artery spanning the centuries, running beneath a rock-topped castle to a baroque palace. Edinburgh is pure Gothic romance meets House
One of the world’s most revered cuisines, Italy‘s wealth of revered regional dishes mirrors the nation’s extraordinary geographic and cultural diversity. The common thread is an indelible link between food and the locals’ sense of identity. From the quality of Italy’s produce to the reverence for tradition, eating here is all about passion, pride and
When you’re living at a Buddhist temple, you don’t have a choice what you eat. The surrounding earth dictates what you grow. And what you grow, you eat. For Chef Junya Yamasaki, the Head Chef at Downtown Los Angeles’ YESS, Japanese cooking is about technique, philosophy and history, not ingredients. When he arrived in LA
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Lonely Planet’s Senior Director of Content recently returned from an 11-day cruise through the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas. Here she shares some highlights from the trip, and some advice for traveling with an older parent. For as long as I can remember, my 83 year-old mom has wanted to see Positano, Italy. She’s not alone,
Margot Robbie’s star power could easily overshadow any project she’s involved in–and she knows it. Despite soft-launching a gin brand, Papa Salt Coastal Gin, in Australia last year, the Oscar-nominated Barbie star has taken little credit. In fact, when asked if I wanted to talk to her about the brand’s recent UK launch, I was
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort The finest address in the Maldives is The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort. This luxury resort is the first St. Regis resort set on a private natural island. Recently the enchanting island launched a LeClerc Briant’s Cuvée Abyss package for honeymooners and luxury-seeking couples celebrating an anniversary or life celebration. Now through November
Monaco’s connection to car racing and boating is stamped all over it, from the hairpin turns of its Formula One circuit to the five-deck superyachts docked at Port Hercule. But its desires to be known as a sustainability destination are less apparent. Monaco’s “Green is the New Glam” campaign, launched in 2018, highlighted many of
Stockholm’s pleasures are legion, from abundant waterways and elegant green spaces to neighborhoods that brim with character to fascinating museums that showcase art, explore the past and celebrate Sweden’s culture. Even if you only have a few days here, you can see and do plenty. Whether you’re looking for history, culture or nature (or all
With its hip reputation, cosmopolitan cafe culture and rich history, Copenhagen attracts travelers all year round. Summer sees more sightseers than winter, but there’s really no bad time to visit this effortlessly cool capital. In November and December, Danes go all out for Christmas, making this a magical time to visit Copenhagen. Over the warmer
Chicken Cock Whiskey traces its history to 1856, when James A. Miller built a distillery in Paris, Kentucky. Despite surviving several challenges, including changes in ownership, a distillery fire and prohibition, the brand eventually faded and was lost in the 1950s. Fast forward to 2011 when the Chicken Cock Whiskey brand was acquired by Grain
A fusion of Indian, Southeast Asian, and Arabic flavors as well as colonial influences, Sri Lankan cooking is a feast for the senses, drawing on incredibly fresh herbs and spices and the bounty of the land and sea. Eating out in Sri Lanka is a delight, whether you tuck into authentic rice and curry at
Amazon’s chief engineer used to have a dog named Rufus who ran up and down the halls fetching tennis balls. That doesn’t seem like a big deal for a multi-billion-dollar business. But recently, Amazon brought Rufus back to the office in a big way as the name of its AI-powered digital shopping assistant, complete with
In this article CRWD Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Travelers wait in line, as a flight board shows delays, on the check-in floor of the Delta Air Lines terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on July 23, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images CrowdStrike on Sunday said Delta Air
As a food writer and restaurant critic, I often find myself eating alone in restaurants. It might be because quite by chance I happen upon somewhere that looks interesting and make a spur of the moment decision to nip in and see if they have room for me. On other occasions it’s because I have
Capri Hotel in Ojai. Photo Jill Weinlein One of the original roadside hotels in Ojai, California, the Capri Hotel has been restored back into an ultimate enchanting getaway. Designed as a California Coastal Revival, the outside of the resort is painted in a color palette of sun-bleached cream, dusty pink and beige. Inside there is a
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