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Among the Gothic churches and scenic squares of Palma’s Old Town, one of the city’s oldest buildings has been transformed into Nobis Hotel Palma, the latest addition to Nobis Hospitality Group’s five-star portfolio, Nobis Hotels, joining locations in Stockholm and Copenhagen.

Everest area is the world’s ultimate trekking destination, offering some of the best hiking trails like the Everest Base Camp Trek.

China will soon allow visa-free entry for citizens of five European countries and Malaysia. 

Gifts that make a bedroom feel like a five-star hotel can help a jetsetter feel like they’re on a perpetual vacation. From plush bedding to posh amenities, these holiday gift ideas for travelers bring hotel magic into the home, conjuring the atmosphere of a high-end guest room. And with the hotel-inspired ambience might come that spark of curiosity and deep relaxation every traveler feels on a trip. All that’s missing is daily housekeeping.

“We,” says the Brocher, face lit by fire and dark with soot, “have creosote in our blood.” In their blood, on their hats, on their boots, down their backs – the Brochers, and in particular the Clavie Crew, have creosote everywhere, except in their whisky. They take that with water, a substance they otherwise disdain as being fine for quenching a thirst but a terrible thing to allow near a bonny flame.

Think of Orlando and the top places to visit, and Disney World or Universal Islands of Adventure are more than likely the first tourist spots that spring to mind. Yes, theme parks are intrinsically linked to the city but, while it is home to some 12 high-adrenalin theme parks, that’s not all there is to the Florida destination. From charming cities to tranquil lake adventures, here are a few of the destination’s hidden gems to take you off the beaten track.

It is not an easy time to be a small business dealing with a combination of high interest rates and inflation, however, many are rising to the challenge and facing these issues head on.

One of the biggest challenges in business is being able to respond to sudden disruption in society and economies. Such resilience can often be the key to a business’s long-term success.

The National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM) last week officially recognized its five-year anniversary. The NVMM is proud to carry out its mission of honoring and sharing the stories of all Veterans in their own words from every service branch and from every era in our nation’s history, while inspiring everyone to greater service in their own communities. To celebrate, the NVMM invites guests to experience its beautiful and moving space, including the new Impact Gallery, Group Tour entry photo collage and Volunteer Wall, with special $5 admission on Fridays only, beginning on Friday, October 27, and extending through the end of 2023.

The uppermost tip of the Adriatic is a curious mix of cultures, cuisines and architectural styles. Pack lightly and tour the Istrian peninsula, before hopping over to the Venetian lagoon opposite. On a clear day, you can see from one side of the sea to the other. Forgo car hire, it’s more serene to travel by ferry, train and bus – and the occasional taxi out of season.

Tired of tourists, long lines, smoggy cities, and commercialized entertainment? While those options have a place in our vacation plans, more and more travelers are moving away from tourist-heavy destinations in favor of quieter, nature-loving adventures.

Since January, I've spent dozens of hours leapfrogging across the Pacific Ocean on three roundtrip flights between the US and Asia.

When it comes to luxury, accessibility and affordability it's awfully hard to top an all-inclusive getaway to Grand Lucayan on The Bahamas' beautiful Grand Bahama Island.

I'm a theme-park journalist who's been covering happenings everywhere from California's Disneyland to Missouri's Silver Dollar City for over a decade, but for several years there was one event that was a hard "no" for me: Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando.

Amsterdam - with its beautiful canals, world class museums, and vibrant culture – is one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations, earning the distinction as no less than the continent’s best capital city for tourists in this year’s VisaGuide World survey. Yet, as popular as it is, Amsterdam has long suffered from a lack of true 5-star luxury hotels. At least one Amsterdam hotel, however, fits that profile from top to bottom – the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam.

The concierge is the hotel world's equivalent of a genie in a bottle — except some guests make far more than three wishes.

The holding company of one of UAE’s best-known local hotel groups, FIVE Holdings, publicly shared its financial results recently – notable because large companies rarely release financial information unless they trade publicly.

I’ve been a fan of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Prima Class ships ever since I laid eyes on Norwegian Prima at the Fincantieri’s Marghera. Italy, shipyard where it was built. My admiration for the ship was bolstered when I sailed on its maiden voyage out Iceland.

When it comes to outdoor adventure, cycling offers the perfect blend of exercise and enrichment, providing participants with an opportunity to bask in the stunning scenery around them while simultaneously keeping their heart rate up—and few companies understand this as well as Art of Bicycle Trips. Launched in 2010, this expert-led tour company offers detailed itineraries across three separate continents, with locations ranging from the lakes of Chile to the mountains of Albania.

From journeying to exotic locations to ticking exciting experiences off your bucket list, planning a Honeymoon takes much more time and effort than planning your vacation.

Albania is an often overlooked gem in Southeast Europe on the Balkan Peninsula, rich in history, natural beauty, and vibrant culture.