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The Best Perks of Being President of the United States

Being Commander-in-Chief comes with plenty of hidden advantages.

Hospitality industry looks to level up

Savills Hotels, in partnership with WeHub, hosted a Meet The Experts event in Ho Chi Minh City on March 30. More than 40 speakers held lively discussions with international developers, hotel owners, and professionals while the industry's performance was reviewed and market prospects were discussed. “Vietnam’s hospitality market had great momentum before the pandemic, moving from a destination only for experienced travellers, to a place for...

All the Rules You Never Knew Restaurants Have to Follow on 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'

First rule of Flavortown? Don't say the word "Flavortown" on camera. Since 2006, we've watched Guy Fieri travel coast to coast visiting some of the country's greatest establishments for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. It's one of the biggest shows on the Food Network, and with over 648 episodes and counting, it doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. But what does it take to become a Triple D-featured spot and how does it all work? Both Fieri and producers have spilled behind-the-scenes secrets about the show throughout its 42 seasons—from who picks the restaurants to how you can tell if the host really likes a dish to what happens to these eateries after the cameras leave (spoiler: a little thing called the Triple D Effect!). Keep reading to learn about all things Flavortown and find out what really happens when Fieri rolls into your town.

Italy in Hollywood: 15 foreign films shot in the Mediterranean paradise

6 Reasons why Austin is a foodie's paradise

Grand Mercure Hanoi opening marks brand debut in the capital

Accor is celebrating the opening of Grand Mercure Hanoi, a new premium hotel in which local Indo-Chinese style, Western neoclassical beauty, and world-class amenities blend harmoniously to reveal Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage. Ideally positioned in the heart of the city, close to the Temple of Literature and within walking distance of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long and Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, this characterful and culturally immersive...

The Best Cities To Retire on $2,000 a Month

You're planning to retire in the not-so-distant future, which means you'll be living on a fixed income. Therefore, you're looking for a new hometown where you can enjoy life while stretching your...

Peek Inside Frank Lloyd Wright’s Most Expensive House to Date—Worth $22 Million

Gorgeous views ahead.

Worst Places To Spend Your Golden Years and Where To Retire Instead

Once you reach retirement, money takes on a new meaning. You become keenly attuned to every dollar of your nest egg, balancing things you may have once taken for granted while working, such as...

Off-peak travel: The places to visit in Asia to avoid crowds

Explore more about these beautiful destinations on Microsoft Travel. Whether you’re looking solo travel, mountain treks, or just some relaxing time on beaches, Microsoft Travel is your one-stop vacation planning destination. Book flights and hotels at competitive rates, explore area attractions, see weather trends, create an itinerary, and much mor...

Easter comes early with egg hunts across the United States

Easter comes early with egg hunts across the United States

The ultimate travel guide to Canberra

Canberra, Australia's small-but-mighty capital, punches much above its weight. The world's most well-known museums and galleries are only the stars. Explore the lively brewpubs, hidden gems like the Lennox Gardens, peaceful nature, and family-friendly activities that are available in abundance Explore more about these beautiful destinations on Micr...

Is Anchorage your next dreamy getaway? Check these spots out

These are the 22 most dangerous cities in America

The 8 best places to visit in June

Explore more about these beautiful destinations on Microsoft Travel. Whether you’re looking solo travel, mountain treks, or just some relaxing time on beaches, Microsoft Travel is your one-stop vacation planning destination. Book flights and hotels at competitive rates, explore area attractions, see weather trends, create an itinerary, and much mor...

Experience the top 11 attractions in Concord

Concord is the county seat and largest city in Cabarrus County, in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 105,186, with an estimated population in 2021 of 107,697. In terms of population, the city of Concord is the second-largest city in the Charlotte metropolitan area and is the 10th most populous cit...

June is peak season in Asia. See the destinations people search for the most

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The 14 most amazing attractions in West Lafayette

The library of chained books: a legacy of an ancient world is discovered in the Hereford Cathedral

Imagine a library in your town, where you can freely check out books but not borrow them because they are....attached to a chain. This is the scenario that stands in front of you in the English library in Hereford. The Hereford cathedral library is a theological reference and lending library located in the Hereford cathedral, England; it also holds books and manuscripts of great importance to the history of the county of Herefordshire. This chained library is not the only one of its kind in the world, but it is the only library of its kind to survive with all the chains, rods, and padlocks still intact.

Dreaming of a Zion National Park vacation?

Zion National Park is located in southern Utah, near the Nevada and Arizona borders. The canyon that runs through Zion National Park is the park's main attraction. With a depth of 2,000 feet, Zion Canyon provides trekking chances along its floor in the 20 to 30-foot wide portion known as The Narrows and the difficult area known as The Subway. Swimm...

Traveling to Asia in the offseason? See popular spots based on searches.

Explore more about these beautiful destinations on Microsoft Travel. Whether you’re looking solo travel, mountain treks, or just some relaxing time on beaches, Microsoft Travel is your one-stop vacation planning destination. Book flights and hotels at competitive rates, explore area attractions, see weather trends, create an itinerary, and much mor...

Disney Cruise Line Set To Sail From Singapore From 2025

Fans of Mickey Mouse and all things Disney, rejoice. It’ll soon be easier to get on a Disney Cruise once Singapore becomes a home port. It seems that Disney really wants to make its presence known in Southeast Asia. After opening the Disney100 Village at Asiatique in Bangkok, it’s been announced that Singapore will become a home port for the Disney Cruise Line starting in 2025. It will be the first home port for the cruise line in Southeast...

Where to find America’s most compelling UNESCO World Heritage Sites

There are currently 24 World Heritage Sites in the US listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), destinations that help define the country’s national identity. How many have you visited? Here we've listed 15 sites for your convenience. Scroll through the gallery for our guide to the nation's heritage highlights.

The best US National Parks with photos you won't believe!

Summer is right around the corner at the 40th Vero Beach Spring Boat Show

Summer is right around the corner at the 40th Vero Beach Spring Boat Show

Does your pet suffer when you’re away on vacation?

Leaving your pet behind while you go on vacation can be heartbreaking for both of you. What is meant to be a fun time for you can actually cause a lot of stress for your furry companion. The change in routine and you being away can sadly result in behavior problems and separation anxiety, for both dogs and cats. This reality, of course, can be a source of guilt when they can't join you on vacation. Thankfully, there are some steps you can take to lessen your pet's stress and the likelihood of behavior problems. Click on through to find out more.

The World’s 20 Most Beautiful Cities to Visit in Your Lifetime

Some standards and some surprises–all dazzling destinations to tempt you on your next trip.

Balloons fill the sky during the Kentucky Derby Festival Zoeller Pump Touring Parade

Balloons fill the sky during the Kentucky Derby Festival Zoeller Pump Touring Parade

Bookmark these beautiful destinations for your trip to Stamford

Unsolved mysteries of the Wild West

Tales of the Wild West are truly fascinating. Who doesn't like a good American outlaw story, right? But there's more than just lawless men, saloons, and sheriffs on horseback. The truth is that many crimes and other mysteries remain unsolved to this day. From people disappearing without leaving a trace, to mysterious murders where the perpetrator was never found, in this gallery you'll find numerous fascinating stories of the Old West. Click on for more.

Flying solo: Celebs who own private jets and planes

The rich and the famous lead lives that many of us can only dream of—especially when it comes to spending a fortune on things that seem almost too good to be true. The people you will see in this gallery aren't just rich and famous, they are also the proud owners of the most luxurious form of transport—their own private jets and planes! Take a look at the following photos and get to know the personal aircraft carriers of celebrities such as Celine Dion, John Travolta, and Angelina Jolie. Click through the gallery and be amazed!

How Are the Characters From 1923 Related to Yellowstone's Duttons?

Here's how the latest branch of the Dutton family tree connects to Yellowstone's first family. Johns and Jacks and Jameses and Jacobs—the Yellowstone universe is packed with enough Duttons to make your head spin. Now, thanks to the latest Yellowstone prequel, 1923, there are even more names to keep track of. While there are still some secrets that have yet to be revealed about the family and how everyone is connected, we've made things a little easier by rounding up what we know so far about how the characters of 1923 relate to the Duttons of the modern day. Sign up for Paramount+ More: The Dutton Family Tree

30 Cruise Secrets Only Insiders Know

A cruise can be a great option for frugal vacationers. Not only can cruisers sail to exotic locales, sampling the culture and cuisine, but they can also enjoy a wide array of onboard activities, from...

Best Travel & Tourism stocks to follow in 2022.

Travel and tourism is a broad category, with a diverse list of well-known brands. Ecotourism is a fast-growing niche, especially among young travelers. Tourism sector has been perhaps the hardest hit part of the economy by the COVID-19 pandemic. This list presents some of the best travel and tourism stocks to track in the post-pandemic era. The list's performance is calculated on an equally weighted method.

Flight of fancy? Ukraine wants to rebuild the world’s largest airplane

Guinness Beasts: the world's most venomous animals and other curiosities

If you live in Australia, you already know everything. If, on the other hand, you are lucky enough to live in a place where every animal species does not try to kill you, then you will find it interesting to know which are the most venomous animals in the world according to the Guinness World Record 2023. Obviously, these are not specimens you can encounter while walking around the country with friends, but you should be especially careful: knowing how to recognise them is very important, because it could save your life. For each species, we have also indicated the poison index, so that you can make the necessary comparisons. Dive into this review of horrors with us - have fun.

The most picturesque lighthouses in the world

Inauguration of one of the three steepest ski slopes in the world, called Black Wall

In the Swiss Alps, a black slope called 'one of the three steepest in the world' was inaugurated by the company that manages the Glacier 3000 ski resort of Les Diablerets, in the Canton of Vaud.Called 'Black Wall', it is a three-kilometre descent that, thanks to a 265-metre-long tunnel carved into the mountain, makes it possible to ski from the highest part of the lifts (over 3,000 metres) to the col du Pillon (1,546 metres).Its maximum gradient of 104% (46°),' Glacier 3000 announces, 'makes it steeper than the Streif in Kitzbühel (Austria) or the Lauberhorn in Wengen (Switzerland), two famous downhill events of the Alpine Ski World Cup.

Headed to Baytown? Don't miss these unforgettable attractions

Inside France's Val d'Isere luxury ski resort and its enchanted views

Sarah Hartley travels to Val d'Isere with Purple Ski, a boutique British operator that offers catered luxury ski chalet holidays. She checks in to sumptuous Chalet Inoko...

The Most Beautiful Waterfalls Ever Created By Mother Nature

From Angel Falls to Niagara Falls, get ready to be wowed!

The wonders of space: incredible photos of our Galaxy and of the distant worlds

How often do we turn our eyes to the sky and let our minds wander in the immensity of space. After all, we only see tiny dots, sometimes hidden by the lights of our cities, but we are actually looking at stars, planets, clusters of nebulae traveling at great speed through the cosmos. Modern technology allows us to observe worlds far away, far outside our solar system, revealing things we never thought possible to see imprinted in a photograph. Galaxies light-years away, black holes, huge rings around planets-all of these can now be observed through terrestrial telescopes, but also thanks to those sent to roam and get lost in deep space. We are setting off on a journey that will take us light years away, buckle up, you may not come back.

Jonathan, the oldest living land animal according to Guinness World Records

Jonathan is a giant tortoise from Seychelles that has made (and continues to make) history as the world's oldest living land animal, officially recognized by Guinness World Records. This stunning tortoise specimen, also known as the giant tortoise from Seychelles, has lived for more than 190 years and continues to be an icon of animal biodiversity and longevity. Through the images, you will discover the beauty and majesty of this animal that has lived in total tranquility on the island of St. Helena in the Atlantic Ocean for most of its life. You will admire its impressive physical structure, characteristic of a species that has traversed geological epochs and climatic variations, adapting to different environmental conditions.

The Top 15 Beaches to Visit on the East Coast

Widely considered to be the best stretches of sand along the Atlantic Ocean.

With a Modern Pergola, Your Backyard Can Become a Private Oasis

Transform even the smallest spaces!

40 Countries You Might Not Have Heard of But Should Visit ASAP

It's time to get your passport ready.

Want to Keep Deer From Eating Your Garden? Here's What to Plant

If Bambi likes to visit your garden, this list is for you.

14 Breathtakingly beautiful places in Richmond

Richmond, Virginia has been an independent city since 1871 from the time that it was incorporated in 1742. Richmond is popular for its well-preserved history. It is the capital of Virginia’s commonwealth and is one of America’s oldest major cities that is memorialized with statues, museums, and cemeteries to mention a few. In Richmond you will find...

40 Vintage Photos of Bars Through the Years

From many years and all over the world, partying is universal!

Get the greatest grub when you travel to Bristol

Bristol In South West England lies Bristol, a city and county with a population of 449,300 in 2016. The district has the tenth largest population in England, while the Bristol city area has the twelfth highest in the United Kingdom. The city is bounded by North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, with the cities of Bath and Gloucester to the south-...