“Eigi skal höggva!” (Do not strike!) were the last words of Snorri Sturluson, saga author and chieftain of the Sturlungar clan. In 1241, during the height of the Age of the Sturlungs – the bloodiest period of Icelandic history – the ruling clans fought for power. Snorri was assassinated in his home Reykholt in Borgarfjörður
Entrepreneur Rani Sharir, who is Israeli, was savvy about the Mediterranean food served at fast-casual restaurant chains like Cava. He knew that it served whole grain food, salads, vegetables, fruits, often with a protein. And he recognized that it was a formidable competitor. But that hasn’t stopped him from taking them on. When he opened
Few names exude “quiet luxury” like the ultra-luxe Aman Resorts. Its hotels bear its moniker: from Amanoi in Vietnam, to Aman Sveti Stefan in Montenegro and the hotel that started it all — Amanpuri in Phuket, Thailand. Fans of the brands — known as ‘Aman Junkies’ — are accustomed to paying its top-dollar rates, which
One of the most popular “destinations” for guests boarding Regent Seven Seas Grandeur is the ship’s Culinary Arts Kitchen. Grandeur is the sixth and newest vessel in the Regent Seven Seas Cruises fleet, a ship that has raised the bar in terms of spectacular design and luxurious decor. The new ship also builds upon the
With dozens of luxurious all-inclusive resorts and some of the most popular attractions in the Caribbean, a trip to Jamaica can be pricey. But it doesn’t have to be. Jamaica offers myriad experiences that don’t put a strain on your wallet, from free street dances to inexpensive concerts and stunning secluded rivers and beaches. Jamaicans have
It’s been a slim year of wine-book publishing, but thankfully, the pros stepped up to take us around the world of wine or inside a personal journey. Here are five worth your while (or, in the last few hours of shopping/online ordering, might make it under the tree or in a stocking!). The New French
In this article BKNG EXPE Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Vacations can be fabulously relaxing. But booking one is another story. The average traveler views 141 pages of travel content in the 45 days prior to booking a trip, according to an Expedia Group report. The most popular site to visit was an OTA
American drinkers will consume an estimated 360 million glasses of champagne on New Year’s Eve. It is, of course, the number one night of the year for popping bottles of bubbly. But let’s forget about quantity for a moment and focus instead on quality. Because what’s the point of celebrating with something mediocre? Especially when
If you’re of Italian descent or an Italophile, Christmas Eve means not waiting for Santa, but for the Feast of the Fishes. Though a popular tradition in the United States, it’s actually not an Italian ritual, though it may have roots in the history of Italian cuisine, particularly for those abstaining from eating meat for
If your holiday plans aren’t set in stone yet, it’s a great time to add in a quick trip to celebrate the new year. To help select the best place to spend New Year’s Eve, WalletHub recently released their rankings for 2023’s Best Cities for New Year’s. They compared the 100 biggest cities over 26
Views of the Cumbrian countryside from Tebay Services on the M6 freeway in the U.K. Westmorland Family When John and Barbara Dunning were informed that a freeway would be built through their farm in a remote part of the U.K., they saw an opportunity. They built a rest stop with a difference. The freeway (known
Jared Howard is a 45-year-old African-American man, who has worked as an IT project manager and lives in Hoboken, N.J., and like the Rev. Martin Luther King, he, too, has a dream. His dream is to open a restaurant, based on the three years he spend developing recipes. And he has partnered with a non-profit
From the high Himalayas to the lush green foothills, from arid plateaus to shimmering glaciers, Nepal offers an incomparable array of hiking trails. If there’s a better – and easier – place to trek anywhere in the world, we’ve yet to find it. Many of Nepal’s most celebrated treks pass through national parks or protected
After a decade-plus of writing about food and drink, I’ve noticed a seismic shift in the art of mixology throughout 2023. While, yes, the boundaries of bartending have always been pushed by those talented enough to earn themselves the mixologist moniker, those boundaries have been all but binned over the last twelve months. With a
Grand Canyon National Park Jacobs Stock Photography | Photodisc | Getty Images The National Park Service is offering free admission to U.S. national parks on six days in 2024. There are more than 400 national parks in the U.S. Most of them offer free entrance all the time. However, 109 parks don’t — including some
Amsterdam has been a global influencer since what began as an inauspicious herring-fishing settlement went on to inspire international seafaring, trade, engineering, art and culture. Ahead of its 750th birthday in 2025, this visionary world treasure is again leading the way with spirited and innovative community and sustainability initiatives that are enriching the diverse and
Year after year, American travelers flock to destinations like Paris, Cancun and London. While these locations are popular for a reason, there are plenty of other emerging spots to draw more tourists in the future. With that in mind, we asked experts in the travel space to share their predictions for next year’s trending travel
Over the last decade since their first location in Lisbon opened, the Time Out Markets have become a gourmands’ playground, each showcasing the best of a city’s culinary soul. On November 17, the company ushered in a significant next step in its journey by opening its location in Cape Town, South Africa. With its first
People may think of Thailand as a food-focused destination, or a place for great nightlife or even a wellness center and somewhere to go and be pampered. The truth is, Thailand is all of those things and more. You could be snorkeling in bright blue waters near a glorious beach, hiking to Thailand’s highest temples,
Both offer incredible mountains, deliciously spicy food and unique cultures to discover. But which should you visit? Be warned: both Bhutan and Nepal are likely to destroy your captivation-o-meter. It will explode at the mountainside monasteries. Clap out on once-in-a-lifetime treks. Shatter on the mere arrival at either Himalayan kingdom. So when it comes to picking