Whether you adhered to Dry January or not, the stats are in: More people are choosing to abstain from alcohol, either temporarily or for good. New data from Drizly, the online ordering and delivery platform, shows a 56% increase across their non-alcoholic categories in January 2023 as compared to January 2022. And that equals a
The band struck up “Knock With Me, Rock With Me,” by the Lil’ Rascals Brass Band. Or maybe it was “Feel Like Funkin’ It Up” by Rebirth. Or just a cover of “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You.” I dunno – any of those songs could be played on any corner, in any second
Exploring Yellowstone National Park’s geysers, waterfalls, mountains and canyons by foot is easily the best way to see this magnificent park. It’s also the best way to lose the crowds. Only 10% of Yellowstone visitors leave the boardwalks during their visit and only half of those venture more than a mile from their car. That
It’s one of the best, yet still under-the-radar wine events in California. While the Anderson Valley, a Mendocino County wine-growing region just north of Sonoma County — about a two-hour drive from the Bay Area, give or take — is deservedly famous for its Pinot Noir, its location also makes it ideal for growing cool-climate
There are many fantastic experiences to be had in Budapest. From soaking in muscle-melting waters at centuries-old thermal baths to romantic meeting points above the city and traveling back in time at a 19th-century coffeehouse, this guide to things to do in Hungary’s vibrant capital will keep you busy. Here are some of Budapest’s best activities.
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Ali, is a 17 year old kid who, with his father and mother, escaped the war in Afghanistan that left their whole village dead and they became illegal immigrants in Iran. While there, the local government shut down refugee based schools which meant at the age of ten, he took a job at a carpet
🎥 Watch – Mezban Feast in Bangladesh: https://youtu.be/JcsDksROwh4 🇧🇩 Huge thanks to PetukCouple 🔔 SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/MarkWiensSubscribe Don’t miss new food videos! KUSHTIA, BANGLADESH – Welcome to Kushtia and this evening we are heading out to drink a special cup of tandoori tea before going to eat kalai roti and eggplant vorta – one of my
What is the best hidden gem in Tuscany? What is the most overrated city in Italy? Tips on the Amalfi Coast? This video answers Italian travel questions like these posted by you the viewer and other fellow travelers. Please leave us more travel questions about Italy or other destinations! Filmed in Vancouver, Canada Copyright Mark
Casa Gangotena Our first impressions of Quito were at night. We were going from the airport to the old town, and all that could be seen were old buildings, and winding streets. Then, a lighted building, white, almost-church-like, with huge, hand-carved wooden doors. “We have arrived,” said the driver in a grandiose tone, “At Casa
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 The Transportation Department said Wednesday that it is in the initial phase of an investigation of Southwest Airlines‘ holiday meltdown
Each year the wine industry pours over one of the important analyses issued in the United States. Silicon Valley Bank State of the US Wine Industry Report which is written by Ron McMillan, executive vice president and founder of the bank’s wine division. The 2023 report, which is free to download, included an interesting historical
Attracting more than 10 million visitors annually, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the United States. And, considering all that it has going for it, it’s easy to see why. Whereas some of its national park counterparts may thrive during certain slivers of the year, this 520,000-plus acre beauty
A drive through and to Great Smoky Mountains National Park has many breathtaking advantages. Whereas hiking gets you up close and personal with waterfalls, wildlife and often rock-draped hikes, a drive provides a fuller scope of this multi-faceted, 520,000-plus acre wonder. Plus – as you will see – there are plenty of labeled “Quiet Walks”
Even frequent travelers to Italy aren’t likely to have heard about the small village of Custoza and its rich wine heritage that is waiting to be discovered. Custoza is tucked—you might even say hidden—in the municipality of Sommacampagna, in the province of Verona, in the Veneto region of northeast Italy. It has a population of
Looking for something beyond the classic dinner-and-a-movie date night for you and your sweetheart? From arts festivals and nature centers, to mountains and beaches, to vibrant nightlife and secluded retreats, there are plenty of unique events and destinations to choose from for a romantic winter trip. Below are the top things to do and places
If you are visiting the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania there is a good chance you will see all of the Big 5 animals. It will feel like The Lion King movie has come to life. These are the Lion, Leopard, Black Rhino, Cape Buffalo, and Elephant. You will see many more animals like hyenas,
So: you wanna be a part of it. Who doesn’t? Yet it turns out there are many, many parts to New York, New York. Wherever your vagabond shoes take you in the Big Apple, you’ll find no shortage of opinionated residents eager to chew your ear off about why their part of town is the
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Santa Barbara Seeking a Valentine’s Day getaway, here are five destinations that offer a romantic ambiance in Southern California. SANTA BARBARA Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Santa Barbara is owned by ABC’s The Bachelor reality star Andrew Firestone and Jess Parker, co-founders of StonePark Capital. This Santa Barbara-based hospitality development company turned an
BEIJING — Travelers from mainland China stuck close to home in Asia during the Lunar New Year, the first holiday after Beijing relaxed its Covid-related border controls. Hong Kong and Macao were the most popular spots, said Trip.com, citing flight bookings on its platform for the first four days of the Lunar New Year. The