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Thousands of locals are protesting a US developer's plans to transform a Scottish village into a playground for the ultrawealthy.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is known for a lot of things, but being home to a variety of Priority Pass-eligible lounges you'd actually want to visit hasn't typically been one of them. However, things just got a bit better in that regard, as the renovation of the KLM Crown Lounge in the international D Terminal is now complete.

Sadly, I did not possess the mental or physical fortitude necessary to purchase Taylor Swift's Eras Tour tickets in the United States.

The door to the bedroom closet opened wide, revealing dozens of brightly coloured zoot suits and shoes. On a nearby table, there were a wide-brimmed hat with feathers, a chain watch, suspenders and a pair of rhinestone cufflinks. For José de la Rosa, this room connects him with his most genuine self."I am a blood pachuco. My father was a pachuco and my grandfather before him," he said, looking out towards his 1950s Dodge parked outside his Mexico City home. "This is not a costume, it is a way of life and a culture that transcends generations."

Paris, Rome, Berlin, Amsterdam – Europe’s major capital cities get a lot of fanfare, and rightly so. But they can become victims of their own popularity with inflated prices and over-tourism. With lively cultural and food scenes, friendly locals and a strong sense of identity, the less obvious secondary cities can sometimes offer a more rewarding experience to travellers. From Trieste to Trondheim, Coimbra to Kraków, we’d like to hear about your favourite small European cities.

According to the latest research study 2023, India Outbound Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism market size is expected to reach US$ 13.4 billion by 2031. The Indian Outbound Tourism (MICE) is experiencing significant growth due to a combination of economic factors, government support, infrastructure development, and increasing awareness among businesses and individuals of the benefits of attending international MICE events. As India continues to expand its global business presence, the outbound MICE tourism market is likely to continue its growth trajectory.

Road trips are certainly a lot of fun — if you do them the right.

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Splashing out an apartment in the south of France and renovating it yourself may sound like a difficult – and hugely expensive – task.

When we take trips as a family, my husband and I routinely sit in first class or premium economy while my kids sit in coach. This doesn't make me an irresponsible parent, and it isn't as terrible as it sounds. 

Perhaps the worst part of international travel is not international at all, but rather the moment when you finally arrive home in the US after a jam-packed vacation and long-haul flight — only to be met by a sometimes long wait at customs and what feels like an interrogation just to get back into the country you actually live.

If you’re heading to Brazil in the new year, there’s an extra step to add to your to-do list. Beginning January 10, travelers from the United States, Canada, and Australia will need to acquire an e-visa in order to enter the country. Until then, citizens of these countries will be able to visit Brazil—for business as well as pleasure, per a press release—without these short-term visitor visas (so long as they are staying for no more than 90 days.)

Lufthansa is expanding.

Hitting the open road is a quintessentially American pursuit, romanticized by the likes of Kerouac, Steinbeck and, well, Barbie.

A person's level of happiness can be affected by a number of factors, such as genetics, nutrition, and levels of physical activity. But it might also help to live in one of the happiest states in the US.

The Caribbean island of Barbados is preparing for an onslaught.

Hotels are always opening across the U.S. as hospitality giants such as Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt expand their footprint and charming new boutiques pop up.

Playa Hotels & Resorts just recently celebrated its 10th anniversary with a big event in Cancun.

With the Labor Day holiday now behind us, the year’s peak period for warm-weather travel has passed. Summer is winding down and, although the autumnal equinox doesn’t actually arrive until September 23, many fall fanatics cannot wait for crisper weather to roll in and the harvest season festivities to start. Some autumn enthusiasts will start amassing all things pumpkin spice, putting together the perfect Halloween costume or crafting Thanksgiving-themed decorations.

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador revealed that the United States Department of Transportation would elevate the country’s air safety rating.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kayleigh Donahue, a TikTok creator who moved to Dublin, Ireland, from the US and lived there for four years. It has been edited for length and clarity.