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The new W Hotel Sydney makes a splash on the waterfront

The new W Hotel Sydney makes a splash on the waterfront - As Marriot Bonvoy’s largest ever W hotel lands in Sydney, Jonathan Samuels discovers that it stands for both Wow... and Wacky

Bean there, done that

"Initially, we just wanted to offer a tranquil place where people can unwind and enjoy their coffee. But when we realized the potential for foot traffic given our café's scenic location, we saw the opportunity to turn it into a lucrative business by expanding our product line." DARAGA, Albay: Dubbed the "second-largest consumer of coffee in Asia," the Philippines, without a doubt, is a country of coffee aficionados. Whether it is an instant...

Farm To Table: Rainier Castillo's food trip (Episode 168)

Abangan ang si Rainier Castillo sa food adventure at food trip ng 'Farm to Table' ngayong May 5! Join our exciting food exploration and learn the process of food preparation with Chef JR Royol. Catch 'Farm to Table' every Sunday, 7:15 p.m. on GTV.

Manx Wildlife Trust seeks for new woodland rangers

The posts will be key in developing and looking after new Manx woodlands, conservationists say.

The 20 best summer travel destinations in the US revealed

As the summer travel season fast approaches DailyMail.com takes you through the shortlist for this year's best summer escapes.

Bruce Springsteen to start European leg in Cardiff

US rocker Bruce Springsteen returns to Europe for the latest leg of his marathon tour.

Before Summer Vacation, Download Offline Maps on Your iPhone

Here's how you can download portions of the Maps app to use offline.

This Travel Bag With Over 25K 5-Star Reviews Will Help You ‘Maximize Your Carry-on Game' & It's Only $21 Today

In the world of travel, everyone is on the lookout for that one bag that effortlessly bridges the gap between durability and style, making every adventure — from a spontaneous weekend getaway to those hectic days when your diaper bag needs an emergency substitute — a breeze. The HYC00 Store Travel Duffel Bag emerges as […]

Dead bodies in Mexico likely are missing U.S., Australian surfers

By Lizbeth Diaz MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -The three dead bodies found in Mexico's Baja California state are highly likely to be the American and two Australian tourists who went missing last week, a senior official from the region said on Saturday. Mexican authorities are conducting forensic tests after finding the bodies on Friday in a well following a days long search for Australian brothers

Madonna attracts 1.6 million to free concert at Brazil’s Copacabana beach

RIO DE JANEIRO — More than a million people thronged Brazil’s Copacabana beach for a free Madonna concert on Saturday, braving the heat to see the end of her “Celebration” world tour. The sand and oceanfront boulevard around Rio de Janeiro’s famed beach were filled for several blocks by a crowd the city estimated at 1.6 million. Many had been there […]

Tiny Texas town roiled by new German beer festival

Tensions among locals in Muenster, a rural community settled by German immigrants, have been brewing over the competing events which happened over three days in April.

Cebu City planners call for stricter building rules in protected areas

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City’s top planners want stricter rules for building in protected areas, especially the Cebu City Protected Landscape (CCPL). Architect Joseph Michael “Yumi” Espina, head of the City Planning and Development Office (CPDO), said via the Sugboanon Channel that the Protected Areas Management Board (PAMB) needs to review their rules for construction in the protected landscape. “That is what is happening now in our CCPL,...

This will be the largest city in the world with 500 million inhabitants

Commune with nature in Northern Samar

CATARMAN, NORTHERN SAMAR—There is more to see in this province than the rock formation on Biri Island that was used as a backdrop of a 1990s movie. Northern Samar is so rich in natural wonders that it has a wide variety of tourist spots that cater to all kinds of tourists. “Name it and we have it,” said Ma. Josette Doctor, the province’s tourism officer. Northern Samar is bounded by the Pacific Ocean and San Bernardino Strait, which makes the...

Image of Divino Tesoro returned to Calasiao, Pangasinan

The image of Señor Divino Tesoro has returned to the Senior Divino Tesoro Shrine after being displayed at the Calasiao Public Plaza for nine days. A procession and Mass were held before the image was returned, attended by devoted followers who lined up patiently to touch and hold the image. Some devotees shared stories of miracles they attribute to Señor Divino Tesoro. Flora Dela Fuente, a devotee, believes that she survived breast cancer...

SNP holiday lets chaos is scaring off tourists, says Airbnb

The $100billion global accommodation firm says tourists are shunning Scotland because of the Scottish Government's holiday rental red tape shambles.

10 UK stays that take tranquillity to the next level

The Tawny, Staffordshire Bordering the Consall Nature Park, a nature reserve featuring 740 acres of woodland, heath and moor, is The Tawny, a “deconstructed hotel”. This means that instead of a single house with rooms there are a collection of boathouses, huts and treehouses scattered around the woodlands and lakes. At the top of the hill is a modern glass building, the Plumicorn restaurant, and a heated outdoor pool looking out over the...

'My children cling to me as dogs raid graves near our shelter'

In a tent yards from a cemetery, Rehab Abu Daqqa tries to shield her seven children from Rafah's horrors.

Hawaii's famous black sand beach could become a resort area

Punaluu Black Sand Beach is a famous and sacred place, and a proposed resort development is causing the local community to be divided.

Tagaytay is most visited tourist spot in Cavite in Q4 2023

MANILA, Philippines — Tagaytay City was the most visited local government unit (LGU) in the province of Cavite, according to the Cavite Office of the Provincial Officer Tourism. According to the office on Monday, the city had more than 6.5 million same-day visitors from October to December 2023. READ: Embrace the chill of mountain paradise Around 268,000 visitors also went to Tagaytay City for an overnight stay during the same period. Tagaytay...

Council to 'eliminate' punctuation mark on signs

A North Yorkshire resident says the punctuation changes risk "everything going downhill".

What would a £40m Greene King brewery mean for a town?

Greene King calls time on its base of more than 200 years in Bury St Edmunds.

Corals, cays in Pag-asa Island now degraded, UP biologist says

MANILA, Philippines — The corals and cays, the small islands atop coral reefs, on Pag-asa Island are now in a degraded state, an expert from the University of the Philippines Institute of Biology said. “Many of the corals here in this island, at Pag-asa Island itself, and the cay are now degraded,” Professor Jonathan Anticamara said as he reported the findings of their marine resource assessment with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources...

Boracay favorite Nonie's unveils first branch in Metro Manila

Nonie's — a beloved culinary destination in Boracay Island known for its commitment to locally sourced, sustainably produced Filipino-inspired cuisine — has opened its newest location at Molito Lifestyle Center in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. 7 Tuna Tataki Grain Bowl 8 Sparkling Blue Ternate Lemonade Chicken Pork Adobo Nonie’s moves forward from the laidback island life of Boracay to the hustle of Metro Manila. This expansion marks a significant...

Impact of 31,000 East Sussex properties without water ‘drastic’ for businesses

Impact of 31,000 East Sussex properties without water ‘drastic’ for businesses - One hotel in Hastings has resorted to flushing toilets with sea water, East Sussex County Councillor Godfrey Daniel said.

Southwest Airlines Problems Paint Worrying Picture for Other Companies

A ripple effect is taking place in the aviation industry thanks to historic problems at Boeing.

Airbnb replicates house from Disney's 'Up' that actually floats

Airbnb has replicated the house from Disney's 2009 animated film "Up," complete with over 8,000 balloons — and the ability to float in the air.

After an 'emotional rollercoaster,' NASA astronauts are ready to fly on Boeing Starliner

Two NASA astronauts waited several extra years for their ride aboard Boeing Starliner, but the wait was not fully unexpected, the former test pilots recently shared with reporters.

The American paradox of protest: Celebrated and condemned, welcomed and muzzled

NEW YORK (AP) — They’re hallmarks of American history: protests, rallies, sit-ins, marches, disruptions. They date from the early days of what would become the United States to the sights and sounds echoing across the landscapes of the nation’s colleges and universities during this activist spring. And just as much a part of that American history? Those same events being met with irritation, condemnation, anger, calls to desist, and at times the...

Escaped zebra captured near Seattle after gallivanting around Cascade mountain foothills for days

SEATTLE (AP) — A zebra that has been hoofing through the foothills of western Washington for days was recaptured Friday evening, nearly a week after she escaped with three other zebras from a trailer near Seattle. Local residents and animal control officers corralled the zebra named “Shug” in the community of Riverbend, about 30 miles (48 kilometers) east of Seattle, the Regional Animal Services of King County wrote on its website. “The zebra...

Make trips exciting this 2024 with Megaworld Hotels and Resorts

MEGAWORLD Hotels and Resorts (MHR), the Philippines' largest hotel operator, is offering awesome discounts in this year's biggest International Travel Fair, happening at the Waterfront Hotel Cebu on May 3 to 5. Stay at the Boracay Newcoast's Belmont Hotel Boracay and enjoy the township's exclusive stretch of powdery white sand beaches with high-speed internet. For those craving for a party, opt for Savoy Hotel Boracay, where they'll find the...

Europe’s best beach holidays: Arcachon, France

The Bay of Arcachon, on the south-west coast of France, is a happy place. It must be, because I’ve been visiting it with my family nearly every year for the past 15 years. We usually rent a small apartment in Arcachon town for four or five days, but such is the draw that we have been known to make a two-hour drive just to spend the day there when we’ve been in that part of the world. Everything about it speaks of summer joy: the promenade...

Anne Hathaway's house in The Idea of You is available to rent

Travelers who are hoping to stay in the cozy house featured in the new Anne Hathaway film can plan their trip today.

What is culture shock, and how can you deal with it?

Whether you're a tourist or moving somewhere unfamiliar to study, work, or retire, you are at risk of suffering from culture shock. But what is culture shock, exactly? How does it manifest, when, what are the symptoms, and what can you do about it? In this gallery, you'll find the answers to these and many other questions. Click on for more.

Dick Rutan, co-pilot of historic round-the-world flight, dies at 85

MEREDITH, N.H. (AP) — Burt Rutan was alarmed to see the plane he had designed was so loaded with fuel that the wing tips started dragging along the ground as it taxied down the runway. He grabbed the radio to warn the pilot, his older brother Dick Rutan. But Dick never heard the message. Nine days and three minutes later, Dick, along with copilot Jeana Yeager, completed one of the greatest milestones in aviation history: the first...

Brits, Burberry and the Biennale! What happened inside the British Pavilion opening

Brits, Burberry and the Biennale! What happened inside the British Pavilion opening - As the art world flocks to Venice, Joe Bromley joins the fray for the British Pavilion’s star-studded opening bash and beyond

Incredible hidden attractions in US cities

Everyone knows the basic monuments you need to see in America's big cities. If you go to New York, see the Empire State Building! If you're in San Francisco, check out the Golden Gate Bridge! However, there are plenty of other attractions in these US cities that you may never have even known were there. Are you looking for a more unusual travel experience? Here are some offbeat and unusual urban must-sees that most tourists fail to find. Browse the gallery for your city and places to go that others will miss.

Discover Japan's treasures at Sake Manila 2024

EMBARK on a gastronomic journey like no other at Sake Manila 2024, where the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila transforms into a vibrant panorama of Japan's finest liquid art on May 24. This grand event promises to tantalize everyone's palate and enrich their cultural horizons with an endless array of sake, shochu, whisky and beer, each telling a unique story of heritage and masterful craftsmanship. With over 200 labels to sample, attendees' taste...

‘Mama’ comes to Baguio

Nowie and Odette Potenciano of the much-loved Sunny Side Cafe in Boracay—along with their shibas Mari and Luna—have opened a new cafe in the summer city of Baguio! It is the latest addition to the iconic Camp John Hay but it is not inside the Manor; they have opened a standalone cafe! It is called Berry Mama Baguio, an offshoot of the Boracay and La Union favorites of Coco Mama, Ube Mama and Mango Mama. Berry Mama continues the thrust of the...

Snakes almost on a plane: TSA discovers a bag with small snakes in passenger's pants

MIAMI (AP) — Airport security officers in Miami found a slithering surprise last week — a bag of snakes hidden in a passenger's pants. According to an X post by the Transportation Security Administration, officers at the Miami International Airport found the small bag of snakes hidden in a passenger's trousers on April 26 at a checkpoint. The post included a photo of two small snakes that were found in what appeared to be a sunglasses bag. TSA...

Mexico tourist train an environmental ‘nightmare,’ activists say

SOLIDARIDAD, Mexico — In a cave in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, where nature has sculpted a subterranean landscape of stunning beauty, thick steel columns supporting a controversial new tourist railway intrude into a delicate ecosystem. The Yucatan Peninsula boasts an estimated 2,400 of these caverns and sinkholes, which are known as cenotes and are a major attraction for tourists who swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters that fill some of...

Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

A story about an annual swimming race being cancelled was among our most read in Berkshire.

My 15-year-old son and I live in both France and the US. We're more active In France, but appreciate the slower pace of the South.

My son and I spend half the year in France and the other half in the United States. Here are the parenting similarities and differences.

The Beatle who never was

LIVERPOOL — It was supposed to be the usual one and a half-hour, hop-on, hop-off ride on a double-deck bus taking tourists around this English port city. The itinerary included stops at Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields, two subjects of Beatles songs with pass-throughs of the homes where John Lennon and Paul McCartney grew up. What made the trip interesting was guide Chris Hough’s historical anecdotes not just on the Beatles but also on the city....

Celebrating Filipino roots, embracing beauty in simplicity

FAIRFIELD by Marriott Cebu offers an experience that is straightforward yet filled with the warmth of Cebuano hospitality. Opening its doors in December 2023, Fairfield by Marriott Cebu Mandaue City marks as the first Fairfield brand in the Philippines, offering balance seekers and working professionals with an accommodation that matches diverse needs. The team behind Fairfield by Marriott Cebu Mandaue City extends the warmth of Cebuano...

Phinda Forest Lodge: close encounters of the furry kind in South Africa's unique sand forest

Phinda Forest Lodge: close encounters of the furry kind in South Africa's unique sand forest - First-timer India Block takes in breathtaking wildlife sightings and seven meals a day on a safari experience that’s full of surprises

‘Eurail pass’ for Asean air travel

In a bid to shine the spotlight on other tourist destinations in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), the Asean Business Advisory Council (BAC) has teamed up with budget airlines to help travelers explore hidden gems in all corners of the region. The Asean-BAC brings into focus intra-regional tourism as an engine of growth toward a more prosperous bloc. Nazir Rasak, chair of the Asean-BAC of Malaysia, says there’s a collective...

I took a 20-minute ferry ride from Europe to Asia for $1. I was shocked I didn't see more tourists on board.

I wanted to visit Europe and Asia during a trip to Istanbul with my kids. The best way to do it was a $1 commuter ferry with great views of the city.

Two PH Beaches Voted Among 50 Best in the World

It's likely you haven't heard of these slices of paradise.

Scottish solitude! Private island in the Inner Hebrides for sale for £1.5 million

Scottish solitude! Private island in the Inner Hebrides for sale for £1.5 million - Torsa Island, 1.2 miles long and half a mile wide, is on the market for the first time in 85 years