World’s most beautiful lakes showcase water's allure
These 20 beautiful lakes—some of which may surprise you—differ in the details, but all are uniquely beautiful and well worth a visit.
Fodor'sStrange tree in a strange land: Flickr photo of the day
The Dragon’s Blood Tree grows on a desert island. How it has survived there for millions of years is quite clever. Its home is Socotra, a small island in the Arabian Sea 150 miles east of the Horn of Africa. There is very little actual soil on the rocky island, which has been called “the [...]
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AdChoices CreditCards.comSponsoredWho Should You Tip—and How Much?
Chances are, you're tossing around money where you shouldn't—and neglecting to tip some of the people who deserve it most! Budget Travel sheds light on that awkward moment when you have to decide: To tip or not to tip?
Budget TravelSwim with sharks (other big fish) at world's best new dive sites
The best dive expeditions are more like safaris than day trips out to the local reef, but choosing a spot can be tricky. We've found six of the best new destination dives on the planet.
Men's JournalDelta and JetBlue are first to announce approval for new gadget rules
Call it a gift from the Federal Aviation Administration: This holiday season, U.S. airline passengers should be able to keep their electronics turned on during takeoff and landing. A new personal electronic devices (PEDs) policy allowing passengers to use tablets, games and smartphones during all…
CompassTop 10 Seafood Restaurants in the U.S
GAYOT.com has compiled a list of the Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in the U.S. for diners to enjoy the bounty of the oceans from coast to coast.
GayotThar she blows: Satellite captures images of erupting volcano in Russia
It may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of active volcanoes. But in a remote region of northeastern Russia, they're there. And they are erupting. Photos from NASA's Landsat 8 satellite are capturing amazing images of the explosive activity. Slate calls the cluster of 150…
CompassNov. 1, 1512: First public viewing of Sistine Chapel ceiling
It’s hard to imagine the Sistine Chapel ceiling looking any different than it does now, but the famed Michelangelo frescoes have only been there for a mere 500 years or so. Before Pope Julius II commissioned the work, the ceiling was a fairly typical barrel vault in the rectangular Vatican chapel…
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Cooling temperatures make families start yearning for the sand, surf and sun. Here are five beach getaway deals to book right now.
MinitimeNew Dubai airport aims to become leading global tourism hub
Dubai this week opened its second airport, Al Maktoum International, which aims to become the world's largest in terms of passenger capacity. For the time being, the new airport can accommodate 5 million passengers per year. But the plan is that by 2030, with the opening of five runways, 160…
AFP Relax NewsFlight turns unforgettable when passengers learn of fallen soldier
Delta Flight 2255 from Atlanta to Los Angeles seemed to be an ordinary flight, until it wasn't.
Johnny JetIt’s always hump day for them: Flickr photo of the day
For the person who hasn’t seen a certain American insurance company’s TV commercial, which stars a camel, you might want to look it up, it’s cute! Today’s photo of the day is also cute. Camels are ornery, stubborn, pack a mean bite and spit some really nasty stuff when they get annoyed. On the plus…
CompassNew York gives nod to world's tallest Ferris wheel
New York City has given final approval to a $320 million project to build the world's tallest Ferris wheel, expected to pull in four million visitors a year. Developers say the 630-foot (192-meter) wheel will offer incredible views across the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn and…
AFP Relax NewsOct. 31, 1941: Mount Rushmore carving finished
On Halloween of 1941, carving on South Dakota’s Mount Rushmore was declared complete. The monument, which features the heads of Presidents Lincoln, Washington, Roosevelt and Jefferson, was originally intended to show full-body representations of the four presidents. But time and money constraints…
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AdChoices Instant CheckmateSponsoredConstruction of world's tallest statue begins in India -
The tribute to Sardar Patel, the first home minister of independent India, is set to be twice the size of the Statue of Liberty and four times higher than Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro. The metal structure, a pet project of opposition leader Narendra Modi in his home state of Gujarat, will…
AFP Relax NewsLeave everyday life behind at off-the-grid hotels
When you don’t want elevators or meeting rooms or anything else that screams corporate hospitality, and when you do want an excuse not to pick up your emails, it’s time to go remote at one of these eco-friendly getaways. Tikehau Pearl Beach Resort Tikehau, French Polynesia As I arrived by boat at…
CompassSolar eclipse to sweep Africa, Europe, US on Sunday
A rare solar eclipse will sweep across parts of Africa, Europe and the United States on Sunday as the moon blocks the sun either fully or partially, depending on the location. The round shape of the Earth explains why some viewers in west Africa will see a total eclipse, while others in the United…
AFP Relax NewsBeat the winter blues with these relaxing getaways
For those with the budget for a luxury winter getaway, we recommend heading to one of these three destinations to soak up the sun's rays and enjoy world-class relaxation treatments. From November 1, the four-star Ambre Hotel is introducing a brand new concept on the idyllic island of Mauritius:…
AFP Relax NewsControversial bid to turn Venice 'rubbish island' into fun park
A top maker of amusement park rides unveiled a controversial project Wednesday to transform a "rubbish island" in Venice into a cultural attraction, insisting the floating city would not be blemished by a fun park. The 80 million euro ($110 million) leisure centre "will not be an amusement park"…
AFP Relax NewsJust another couple trying to make it: Flickr photo of the day
It wasn’t as if he could just walk away and scratch some dirt. Nope, he’s caged! And she was giving HIM a piece of HER mind! Chickens have been getting a lot of bad press lately. Lax inspections and bad sanitary conditions at some big poultry producers have caused a nationwide outbreak of…
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