Discover the places writer Stephanie Yeboah and her social media followers have selected for giving the best experience. A few years ago, while considering options for the perfect destination for my annual birthday holiday, I decided to do a call out on my social media channels for the best spots to travel solo as a
Adobe Stock Photos Diving into the world of luxury villas feels like entering a realm of dreams. But with so many opulent options, how do you pinpoint the one that perfectly aligns with your vision? The difference between an ordinary villa and the perfect abode can be subtle yet significant. Use this meticulously crafted checklist
In this article TU-TH Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Valued at an estimated $40 billion, the tuna industry is a significant player in the global food sector. The U.S. imported about 637.9 million pounds of tuna in 2021, according to the latest data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration — nearly 71% of
Like many cities, Melbourne is more a collection of villages than a single unified city. Developed throughout the city’s varied history, each suburb has its own distinct character; from architecture to streetscapes. The city center and Southbank have the highest concentration of major sights, while other crowd-pleasers are scattered around the city’s fringes. Rest assured that
Ever since the White House hosted its inaugural celebration last year, Diwali festivities have been increasingly viewed as a part of the zeitgeist by major brands. Ann Mukherjee, Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard North America, recognized the importance of celebrating the growth of South Asians in the United States and the value of inclusivity
Every year, Santa is the main attraction in Finnish Lapland. But there’s so much more to discover in this winter wonderland. In this series, Lonely Planet’s team of writers and editors answers your travel problems and provides tips and hacks to help you plan a hassle-free trip. A question about Lapland? Who better to answer
“I’m just like…a food person,” laughs Sohla El-Waylly. “Maybe a breakfast aficionado? Ms. Breakfast?” The multi-hyphenate food personality, speaking to me in a rare pocket of spare time (read: nap time), thanks to her new role as mother-of-one, finds it difficult to define herself. “No, no,” she stops herself. “Today I’m an author!” The LA-born
Hispanolistic via Getty Images While mouthwash has been shown to kill some of the COVID-19 virus, there isn’t enough data to say it can truly work. In the grand scheme of things, two and half years isn’t that long ago — but in the timeline of COVID-19, it’s a lifetime ago. Experts have learned a
You know that old saying that it’s not about the destination but rather the journey? Well, there are few places on earth where the journeys are quite so epic as in Bolivia, which packs a continent’s worth of topography – soaring mountains, upland plateaus, and lowland jungles – into a relatively small package. To get
Revenge travel after the pandemic may be over for many countries, but the urge to hop on a plane has not dwindled for travelers from India. Indians could be the fourth-largest global travel spenders by 2030, according to a recent report by Booking.com and McKinsey. However, they pointed out that outbound travel only accounted for
Consistently ranked amongst the world’s most liveable cities, Melbourne isn’t a half-bad place to visit either. Victoria’s capital has a wealth of attractions to keep you entertained, from sprawling markets and insightful museums to beautiful botanic gardens and vintage amusement parks. Even better news: you can enjoy lots of these experiences without spending a single cent. Here’s our guide to
During a recent trip to California and a visit to the Halloween Extravaganza, Nights of the Jack (a can’t miss annual immersive experience in Calabasas), I found myself ensconced in the inviting ambiance of The Hideaway, the only and certainly the best restaurant on Rodeo Drive. The menu at The Hideaway showcases culinary innovation with
Botswana makes for a memorable trip with kids. From quad biking across Makgadikgadi Salt Pans to encounters with elephants, lions, and giraffes, few countries can match it for variety. It doesn’t matter if you’re on a multigenerational safari, a self-drive adventure, or simply camping beneath the stars, its vast, unspoiled landscapes serve as a playground
Derrick Hayes, founder of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks, reveals his formula to be the next fast-food king. By Diane Brady, Forbes Staff To make the perfect Philly Cheesesteak, Derrick Hayes says, you have to start with the right water. The water in Philadelphia, he insists, gives the bread a distinctive taste and consistency. Then it’s important
The author on a solo trip. Photo Courtesy Of Emily Hart I grew up afraid of, well, pretty much everything. The dark, driving on highways, getting lost, ice on stairs in the winter, airplanes, when my parents didn’t get home at the exact time they said they would ― unfortunately, that’s not even scratching the
Courtesy of Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a tropical retreat unlike any other: the historic location, the ocean-facing suites and the spectacular dining scene are unparalleled to many resorts around the world. Home to restaurant outlets presented by legends such as Chef Jose Andres, a recent trip to the
When the final leaves drift down from the treetops and the snow begins to pile up, Wyoming becomes a winter wonderland for a variety of adventure seekers. From shredding powder down a double black diamond slope in Jackson Hole to a laid-back afternoon at the spa or soaking your worries away in the mineral-bearing hot
In this article NCLH Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The passenger cruise ship Norwegian Prima arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille. (Photo by Gerard Bottino/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Gerard Bottino | Lightrocket | Getty Images Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings on Wednesday said it would cancel its stops in Israel this year
It’s difficult to tear yourself away from lively Nantes but thanks to its centrally located railway station, you can reach riverside villages, medieval towns, prehistoric art, and enchanting islands in under two hours – and without ever getting behind a steering wheel. If you do have a car, or better still a bicycle, the vineyards
In ever-expanding Cancún, the hotel zone is the yin to downtown’s yang. Spanning across a 22km (14mi) L-shaped island lined with seductive Caribbean beaches, pulsating nightclubs and high-rise resorts, the Zona Hotelera (hotel zone) is Mexico‘s most famous tourist playground. Conversely, on the mainland, the oft-overlooked Centro (downtown) provides the local flavor with its old-school