A different kind of robot dance: Flickr photo of the day
The Japanese do love their robots. This well-camouflaged person is, ahem … adjusting a giant robot nightclub dancer. Yep, and for 50 bucks you can watch her “dance.” Somehow, during a time when almost everyone (well, 99 percent of us) is concerned about money, a Japanese entrepreneur allegedly…
CompassRhine River cruise on a new boat leads to Christmas markets, heritage sites
Though most people think of cruises as large apartment-like ships navigating through tropical waters, there’s another form of cruise distinctive in its own right: a longship river cruise. With their smaller vessels, river cruises are more intimate and can get you closer to the areas you’re…
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AdChoices Boise State UniversitySponsoredDec. 9, 1531: Lady of Guadalupe appears to Juan Diego, leading to Mexico City shrine
The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, in a northern neighborhood of Mexico City, is the world’s most visited shrine to the Virgin Mary. The spot has been a major pilgrimage site for Catholics since December 1531, when a deeply religious church convert named Juan Diego spotted an apparition of the…
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Daniel Boulud’s Beijing outpost Maison Boulud served its last brunch — and also its last-ever meal &m;
The Daily Meal10 Asian Dishes You Have Never Heard Of
Move over chow mein, banh mi, and dumplings.
The Daily MealDid you check in to any of the most popular Facebook places in 2013?
Theme park attractions, sports and entertainment venues and retail meccas appear to be the places Facebook users like to boast about visiting the most, according to a roundup of the most popular check-ins around the world.
AFP Relax NewsRetrace Nelson Mandela's legacy at these South African sites
To better understand the scope of Nelson Mandela’s legacy in South Africa, the country’s tourism office has released a list of attractions that traces his life as a political prisoner, husband, father and anti-apartheid crusader. Here are a few major landmarks connected to the revolutionary…
AFP Relax NewsTop ski resorts for budgets and families
After looking at the cost of hitting the slopes across 30 resorts in Europe and North America, a newly released report found that Bulgaria offers the most affordable skiing this winter.
AFP Relax NewsMost affordable ski destinations: UK report
A wide sweeping report out of the UK has pegged the slopes of Bulgaria as the most affordable place to take the family skiing.
AFP Relax NewsPhoenix’s Most Amazing Hotel Pools
Ready to escape the snow and ice? These desert oases offer plenty of sunshine and splish-splashin' fun.
MinitimeVirginia Wine Shines at Wine Summit
Although California is thought of as the star of this county’s wine scene, Virginia has managed to carve out its own niche.
The Daily MealManitou Cliff Dwellings — the real deal or really fake?
They're the ancient ruins of an indigenous people. Or it's a tourist trap that's fake, fake, fake. The Manitou Cliff Dwellings have certainly stirred up debate on the Web. The truth lies somewhere in between, but we'll get to that in a moment. The roadside attraction near Colorado Springs,…
CompassSacred tourist site: Flickr photo of the day
Muslims are called to prayer five times each day and no matter where, they turn toward Mecca, kneel and pray. In cities throughout the world the Adhan (call to worship) can be heard coming from loudspeakers at local mosques. Few mosques anywhere, however, are more beautiful than the Sheikh Zayed…
CompassDec. 6, 1897: London first licenses motorized taxis
London’s black cabs are some of the city’s most beloved icons, and for good reason. Drivers are required to pass a test showing they know the locations of not just streets but also hospitals, parks, theaters and other landmarks throughout the city — studying for it typically takes three years.…
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AdChoices The HartfordSponsoredMichael Mina to Spearhead Restaurant in New 49ers Stadium
It’s no surprise that Michael Mina will be spearheading the state-of-the-art restaurant within the new 49ers stadium coming in August 2014.
The Daily MealHoliday Trip Tips: Hot Chocolate & Ice-Skating in San Diego
Kimpton’s Hotel Solamar in San Diego, Calif., has launched a new urban skating package called "Fall on Your Ice." Valid for stays from Dec.
The Daily Meal8 Hotels with Free Minibars
Late-night cravings that cause you to reach for a snack in the hotel minibar can be real money traps.
The Daily MealZiplining takes winery tours to new heights
Wine lovers who also happen to be adrenaline junkies are being courted in an emerging trend with ziplining tours that soar above vineyard canopies. There is a disclaimer, however: don’t drink and zip.
AFP Relax NewsSaudi Arabia now open to foreigners
Saudi Arabia launched a new tourist visa program this week that allows foreigners to visit the kingdom’s tourist and historical sites. Announced out of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities earlier this year, visitors are now able to apply for a tourist visa under the Extended Umrah…
AFP Relax NewsHotel prices rise in Prague and Vienna before Christmas
The daily rate for a standard double room saw a decline in October and it has continued to drop in most of the 16 major European cities analyzed as part of the the latest Trivago-Relaxnews hotel price index -- with the exception of Prague and Vienna, where Christmas fairs prove popular destinations.
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