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Where to go & what to do in Cold Spring

Cold Spring is a village in the town of Philipstown in Putnam County, New York, United States. The population was 1,986 at the 2020 census. It borders the smaller village of Nelsonville and the hamlet of Garrison. The central area of the village is on the National Register of Historic Places as the Cold Spring Historic District due to its many well...

Plane jets off with no luggage on board due to a shortage of airport staff, leaving passengers without their possessions for 3 days

Passengers waited around the baggage carousel unaware that their luggage hadn't made it onto the plane, per Manchester Evening News.

A British Airways pilot told his passengers on a flight from Miami to London that the Queen had died

The passengers and crew held a moment of silence over the Atlantic to honor Elizabeth II after being informed of her passing, E! News reported.

District in Guiyang of SW China eyes rural vitalization with agritourism

Tourists visit a flower field at a comprehensive agricultural base in Qiantao Township of Huaxi District, Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Oct. 6, 2022. (Xinhua/Yang Wenbin) GUIYANG, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Great efforts have been made in recent years to develop agriculturally based tourism in Huaxi District of Guiyang in southwest China's Guizhou Province. Under the rural vitalization drive, authorities have worked to improve...

Tourism festival spurs consumption in Shanghai

People enjoy a traditional performance at Yuyuan Garden shopping mall in east China's Shanghai, Sept. 23, 2022. (Xinhua) SHANGHAI, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Cultural and tourism consumption boomed during the three-week Shanghai Tourism Festival, with the city's tourist attractions recording 10.67 million visits, said the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism. During the tourism festival from Sept. 17 to Oct. 6, the occupancy rate of...

Check out these 5 scrumptious local specialties when you visit Tours

Hong Kong is giving away 500,000 free airline tickets to tempt tourists back, following the pandemic travel slump, reports say

Visitor numbers to the city-state have plummeted as a result of the government's strict COVID-19 travel restrictions, which have now been loosened.

10 Reasons why Hamburg is a foodie's paradise

Hamburg is Germany's second-largest economic center, Germany's most busy port, and a significant industrial metropolis. Today Hamburg is an attractive, contemporary city and cultural center, internationally renowned for its opera, theatre, magazines and libraries, radio, television, and film studios. When in Hamburg, you will find some delectable d...

Experience the top 13 attractions in Nassau

Nassau is a lowland region located north of Long Island Sound and south of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a city known for featuring wondrous and picturesque views perfect for those who love nature as well as sightseeing. The city is also home to numerous parks where visitors could relax and unwind. In Nassau you will find some beautiful attractions tha...

Russians fleeing Putin's draft are pouring into nearby countries, sending hotel rates, rents, and airfares soaring

The sudden surge in Russians entering these countries has jacked up hotel rates and home rents, with prices doubling in some places, per Bloomberg.

Two passenger jets collided on a runway at one of the world's busiest airports

Planes belonging to Korean Air and Icelandair were involved in a minor collision on Wednesday evening, a Heathrow spokesperson said.

United Airlines plans to use electric planes to fly 'routes that are 200 miles or less' by the end of the 2020s

Over recent years United has invested in a suite of electric aircraft in a bid to meet its plan for net-zero carbon emissions.

Chinese destinations promoted at international tourism fair in Algeria

Students from Djurdjura Wushu School in Algeria are presenting a kung fu performance in front of the Chinese embassy's booth at the International Tourism and Travel Exhibition held in Algiers, Algeria, on Sept. 29, 2022. (Xinhua/Wu Tianyu) ALGIERS, Sept. 30 (Xinhua) -- The 21st edition of the International Tourism and Travel Exhibition kicked off in Algiers on Thursday after a two-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The fair was inaugurated...

A foodie's guide to Thunder Bay

Dreaming of a Tutzing vacation?

Tutzing is a municipality in the district of Starnberg in Bavaria, Germany, on the west bank of the Starnberger See. Just 40 km south-west of Munich and with good views of the Alps, the town was traditionally a favorite vacation spot for those living in the city. Click here to explore more on Microsoft Travel.

Non-stop flight from Vietnam to India to draw more tourists

HANOI: In a bid to attract more tourists from the lucrative Indian market, Vietnam has launched non-stop flights from Mumbai and New Delhi to tourist haven Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam.

Sabah confident of achieving one million visitors this year

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah raked in RM1.4 billion in tourism receipts between January and July this year from the arrival of 857,675 visitors.

The Silver Darling, Aberdeen: ‘Don’t trust me, trust Rod Stewart’ – restaurant review

The Aberdeenshire coast is without doubt one of the most spellbindingly gorgeous, but relatively ignored, parts of the UK. It is ruggedly pretty, blustery even in summer and has 165 miles of coastline to pooter along, eating cullen skink, stovies and fish fresh from Peterhead. From the seawalls at Footdee, you can eat one of those fearsome lard croissants called butteries (or rowies), spread thickly with jam, while staring appreciatively at a...

Aviation sector to endure more pain in coming months, even years

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s aviation sector needs a boost from the national budget for 2023 amid rising costs, as well as reduced air travel and other external turbulences, according to industry players and analysts.

Melaka airport to resume 2 Batik Air flight routes

KUALA LUMPUR: Melaka International Airport (MIA) in Batu Berendam will resume operations with Melaka-Penang-Melaka and Melaka-Pekanbaru-Melaka flights by Batik Air on Sept 12.

#JOM! REVIEW: Tabin Wildlife Resort, Sabah

THE east coast of Sabah offers a nature exploration experience unlike any other!

Get the greatest grub when you travel to Zaragoza

Crocker Range Park has potential for nature-based healing tourism, says Jafry

KOTA KINABALU: The Crocker Range Park has the potential to be developed into a tourist centre for nature-based healing.

Ultimate Kinderdijk travel guide

Kinderdijk ([ˌkɪndərˈdɛi̯k]) is a village in the municipality of Molenlanden, in the province of South Holland, Netherlands. It is located about 15 km (9 miles) east of Rotterdam. Kinderdijk is situated in the Alblasserwaard polder at the confluence of the Lek and Noord rivers. To drain the polder, a system of 19 windmills was built around 1740. Th...

Thailand tourism almost at pre Covid-19 levels

BANGKOK: Tourism in Thailand is almost at pre-Covid-19 levels, with five million tourist arrivals so far, this year.

I've been on 110 cruises. Here are 10 things I always pack.

After sailing on over 100 cruises all around the world, I never embark without a small compass, binoculars, a blank journal, or a bottle of wine.

#JOM! GO: 10 tips for budget-friendly travelling

GOOGLE search interest for the phrase 'cheap summer holiday' has risen by almost 167% in the past months, as people look for budget-friendly getaways to recharge after two years of travel restrictions.

Canada to Remove All COVID Border Restrictions Oct. 1

TUESDAY, Sept. 27, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- All COVID travel restrictions in Canada will be gone starting on Oct. 1, health officials announced Tuesday. Both international and domestic travelers to the country will be able to give up such pandemic mainstays as submitting mandatory health information through ArriveCAN when entering the country and proof of vaccination or COVID-19 testing prior to or on arrival. The country is also discontinuing...

Labuan strives to become Asia Pacific ecotourism destination

KOTA KINABALU: The duty-free island of Labuan is striving to become a preferred ecotourism destination in the Asia Pacific by adopting effective measures to increase activities and promotions related to tourism.

15 Breathtakingly beautiful places in Canton

Ready to get away to Florence?

The City of Florence is a Statutory City located in Fremont County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 3,822 at the 2020 United States Census. Florence is a part of the Cañon City, CO Micropolitan Statistical Area and the Front Range Urban Corridor. Click here to explore more on Microsoft Travel.

Ian just shy of a Category 5 hurricane as it nears Florida

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.: Hurricane Ian rapidly intensified off Florida’s southwest coast Wednesday morning, gaining top winds of 155 mph (250 kph), just shy of the most dangerous Category 5 status. Damaging winds and rain lashed the state’s heavily populated Gulf Coast, with the Naples to Sarasota region at “highest risk” of a devastating storm surge.

Pupus (Cover) - Morning Morning SURIA #Haukustiksuria

Hauk ke laut ke tidak Morning Morning SURIA nyanyi? Dah dengar terus komen korang nak lagu apa pula lepas ni tau! Haukustik bersama Ajak, Shuib & juga Suraya Borhan #suriamalaysia #segalanyahiburan #haukustiksuria

The 6 best food experiences in Bengaluru

10 Delicious dishes to try when you visit Hanoi

Hanoi is Vietnam's historic and vibrant capital, and it is known for the various rivers, lakes, and mountains that run beside and around it. Scattered around are tourist attractions that are very appealing because of the lush regions full of streams, rivers, and mountains, such as Tam Dao, Con Son, Kiep Bac, and so on. It has mostly recovered from ...

Two thirds of foreign airlines have resumed ops at Malaysia's five international airports: MAHB

KUALA LUMPUR: Fifty-five out of 89, or 62 per cent of foreign airlines have resumed operations at all five international airports in Malaysia, said Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).

Hakka traditional culture and cuisine to draw tourists to Tenom

TENOM: The traditional cuisine and culture of the Hakka community have been developed into a tourism product at Kampung Lagud here, located 176km from the state capital, Kota Kinabalu.

Headed to La Paz? Don't miss these unforgettable attractions

There is a lot to do in La Paz, Bolivia. Guests should visit it and try hiking through its famous Valley of the Moon. It offers a unique experience for everyone as they can admire the beauty of nature and the cityscape from above. Aside from this, visitors can also explore the Mysterious Ruins at Tiwanaku. Visiting the city is an exciting adventure...

Camping fun despite no loo

As one of the country’s major economic sectors and crucial pillar of development, Malaysia, too, needs to study on how such a crisis has impacted and inspired the industry to ensure that a good restart is in place for the benefits of both inbound and domestic tourists.

SPDA urges government to reconsider further increase in Sipadan dive operators

SEMPORNA: The Semporna Professional Divers Association (SPDA) here expressed their concern on the further increase of diving permits in Sipadan given to tour operators.

Bookmark these beautiful destinations for your trip to Johannesburg

Japan looking to remove cap on daily tourist arrivals

TOKYO: Japan plans to remove its cap on daily arrivals by the end of next month to boost tourists’ arrivals and help revive the world's third-largest economy that has been reeling from the Covid-19 pandemic and the effects of the Russia - Ukraine conflict.

Is Hyderabad your next dreamy getaway? Check these spots out

Virgin Atlantic is axing flights to Hong Kong, partly because of the 'complexities' of the Ukraine war, which has made some flights nearly 2 hours longer

Virgin Atlantic said that the closure of Russian airspace had made it more complex to operate from the hub.

The Best Things to Do in Brenham, Texas

Famous for Blue Bell ice cream, Brenham, Texas is full of history, beauty, and Texas charm.

American could have flown more planes into JFK airport but a 'manual' error caused the airline to lose track of its airport slots

American executive Vasu Raja said the carrier "lost track" of the number of slots, which could have given the carrier a competitive advantage today.

Plan your dream trip to Baku

Situated on the coastline along the Caspian Sea, Baku has fascinating tourist attractions, including monuments, museums, tombs, and art galleries. Baku’s Old City dates back to the medieval period and has an impressive set of walls, a maze of tunnels, the Royal Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and the iconic stone Maiden Tower. The city offers cruise to...

A vacationer who sheltered in place during Hurricane Ian watched in terror from the 2nd floor as water filled the home where she was staying

A woman went to Fort Meyers Beach, Florida, to celebrate her 40th birthday with her family. Instead, they had to ride out Hurricane Ian.

Firefly takes off first flight powered by renewable aviation fuel

KUALA LUMPUR: Firefly Sdn Bhd today operated its first flight powered by sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Exploring Malaysia in a Porsche Cayenne

PHOTOJOURNALIST and former national figure skater Annice Lyn is no stranger to blazing her own trail.