Despite the existence of an existing ready-to-seal deal, the group behind renowned British restaurant chain PizzaExpress is contemplating a rival bid for Wagamama owner The Restaurant Group (TRG). This development comes just weeks after the private equity heavyweight Apollo Global Management made an offer to take TRG private. TRG confirmed it had received a request
Courtesy of Ocean House When you think of luxurious properties in Rhode Island, images of the Gilded Age mansions of Newport may quickly come to mind. But tucked away in the less congested area known as Watch Hill lies a spectacular seaside resort that just might be the state’s hidden gem. Perched high atop an
In this article LUV Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Southwest Airlines passenger jet lands at Chicago Midway International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, on December 28, 2022. Kamil Krzaczynski | AFP | Getty Images Southwest Airlines said Thursday it plans to slow its capacity growth next year, citing moderating travel demand as booking patterns
Here’s how to plan a vigorous 10-mile hike in Crete that leads to a spectacular beach. What springs to mind when you think of Greece? Beaches? Blue-and-white villages? I bet hiking doesn’t make it anywhere near the top of the list. Yet Crete, Greece’s largest island, absolutely challenges that. It has some of the best
Pasta lovers, rejoice! Have you dreamed of learning to handcraft orecchiette, the ‘little ears’ pasta from Puglia? Or how about impressing your guests with a flavored pasta dough like spinach tagliatelle? Crafted by chefs, experts, and Nonna’s from around Italy, these books have tips for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced pasta makers. Within
People sometimes talk about “love at first sight” when they arrive in a new city. That probably isn’t what you’ll experience when you first get to Bangkok. I know this, because when I moved here in 1995 I was absolutely overwhelmed. The streets were packed with traffic, the sidewalks heaved with vendors and the entire
We are thrilled to unveil Best in Travel 2024. Fifty destinations chosen by a travel-obsessed team that promise to inspire and awe, delight and excite, charm and captivate. Among them, bustling cities, spectacular deserts, captivating histories, beaches edged by jungle and vast landscapes that stretch to the horizon. Our world is not just about dreaming,
The last several years have seen an explosion of individuals and funds diving headlong into the world of spirits investing. Driven by the hyper explosion of the whisky market, where bottles of Scotch, Bourbon, and Japanese Whisky continually set new sales records, investors are actively searching out the next hot bottle. This has led to
In this article JBLU Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT JetBlue Airways aircraft are pictured at departure gates at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Fred Prouser | Reuters JetBlue Airways plans to begin flights to Dublin and Edinburgh from the U.S. as part of the carrier’s trans-Atlantic expansion. Tickets for the newly
Montana is a magical place to visit. Wild rivers and outstanding mountains dominate the open landscape, comingled with signs of civilization like a State Capitol built near a mining camp once known as Last Chance Gulch. This air of Western history hangs on every Montana attraction, alongside a sense of exploration that makes each day
This past weekend, beloved West Village-based chocolatier Li-Lac Chocolates celebrated its 100th anniversary—an impressive feat for small, family-owned businesses everywhere. Deemed New York’s oldest chocolate house, the original location rang in its centennial with a weekend full of chocolate-covered festivities, with a slew of seasonal, autumnal chocolates to boot. Li-Lac was founded in 1923 by
If you’re anything like us, you’re looking to cram as much adventure as possible into 2024. And if you are looking to be inspired, we’ve just released Best in Travel 2024 – a roundup of the best places to unwind, connect, eat, learn and journey around the world next year. With 30 different destinations and
Namibia is a land of superlatives and contrasts. It’s home to Africa’s largest canyon, its oldest desert and some of its highest dunes. It has a 1,500km (932mi) coastline and a network of languid waterways, yet it is one of Africa’s driest countries. Sun-baked tracts of desert are nourished by fog that rolls in from
Musician and entrepreneur Zayn Malik has just joined Mixoloshe, the non-alcoholic cocktail brand, as Chief Creative Officer (CCO). To mark the announcement, Malik has launched his first flavor for the brand—a non-alcoholic Lychee Martini—though the partnership will extend far beyond this collaboration. “I’m really excited about this new venture,” says Malik. “I’ve been wanting to
Whether you’re on a road trip or just driving to a less familiar part of town, navigation systems can be a huge help. But that doesn’t mean the GPS experience is always perfect. In fact, many people have turned to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, to vent about their navigation system fails, share
In this article ULCC Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Frontier Airlines planes are parked at gates in Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, Colorado, on August 5, 2023. Daniel Slim | Afp | Getty Images Even for budget carriers, earning elite status is now all about how much you spend. Frontier Airlines on Tuesday
Spain is famously child-friendly, and Madrid is no exception. The passionate capital is one of the biggest cities in Europe and, even amid the explosion of color and culture, little people are not overlooked. Madrileños adore children: they are an important part of the city’s fabric and families stay out together well into the evening.
October is for more than just colorful leaves and Halloween fun — it’s also all about everyone’s favorite comfort food. Why? Because it’s National Pasta Month! So this is a special month, whether you’re an expert in the kitchen, learning to make homemade pasta, or simply a spaghetti super-fan. In honor of pasta lovers everywhere,
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Having driven alone around Botswana and across most of southern Africa, I’ve learned a few things from traveling as a female. The most important lesson? Just go. From Botswana’s arid south to the Okavango Delta and bountiful Chobe region beyond, this peaceful country is a joy to explore. Here are the top things to know