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Herds of hippos stranded in drying ponds as drought ravages Botswana

While seasonal flooding usually makes the Okavango Delta a lush habitat for wildlife, the dried-up Thamalakane River has forced herds to head for natural reserves

Brittany Ferries to use Condor ferry over summer

Condor Ferries is chartering the boat to the ferry operator three days a week this summer.

These are the 25 best beaches in the world!

Boss of battery giant CATL visits Elon Musk's hotel in Beijing - Reuters witness

BEIJING (Reuters) - The chairman of Chinese battery giant CATL visited a hotel in Beijing on Monday where Elon Musk is staying, after the Tesla CEO arrived in the Chinese capital a day ago on an unannounced visit. Robin Zeng came out of an elevator and shook hands with two top Tesla China executives waiting in the lobby, Tom Zhu and Grace Tao, according to a Reuters witness. CATL is a key battery

‘Slow travel at its most joyous’: our three-week road trip to Croatia

How far would you go – and how long would you take – to avoid flying and thoroughly embrace the idea of slow travel? In my case, it was 3,167 miles over three weeks. For nearly a decade I had wanted to do a road trip to Croatia, and to get as much out of the journey as the destination itself. Rather than bomb down the motorway for marathon stretches, the idea was to slow down and see new things. It seemed we had barely rolled off Le Shuttle (the...

I spent 9 months traveling the world. I had a great time, but I'd never do it again.

After spending nine months traveling the world, I wouldn't do it again. I struggled to budget and make friends, and missed having my own space.

Costco has yet to bring warehouses to these 3 US states

Costco has over 600 warehouses across the U.S., but not one is located in these three states.

Residents warned of three nights of RAF training

RAF Spadeadam says it plans three nights of routine training with planes flying until 02:00 BST.

Tandem paragliding, swak para sa adrenaline junkies at newbies | 24 Oras Weekend

'Di mo trip mag-beach o pool ngayong tag-init? Kung extreme adventure ang hanap, you can go high sa paragliding. Weekend do this sa report na ito. 24 Oras Weekend is GMA Network’s flagship newscast, anchored by Ivan Mayrina and Pia Arcangel. It airs on GMA-7, Saturdays and Sundays at 5:30 PM (PHL Time). For more videos from 24 Oras Weekend, visit http://www.gmanews.tv/24orasweekend. #GMAIntegratedNews #KapusoStream Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad: GMA Integrated News Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gmanews Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe

Newest gem by the bay: Lanson Place MoA officially opens

LANSON Place Mall of Asia (MoA) in Manila heralded a new era of luxury hospitality with its grand opening on April 24, 2024. Fusing contemporary design with renowned, warm and innate Filipino hospitality, the elegant establishment offered unparalleled comfort and sophistication. Held in the presence of dignitaries and media figures, the hotel's inauguration marked an exciting new chapter in hospitality for the capital of the Philippines. A...

Bristol in pictures: Rising from the ashes

A selection of photographs showing life in Bristol, from sport to opera and the city's parks.

DOT vows more support for Mindanao tourism

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is pushing all buttons to bring international and local tourists to visit Mindanao as the peace and security situation in the region has tremendously improved compared to a decade ago. “The truth is, Mindanao is peaceful and the island is ready for domestic and international tourists,” Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said during the opening of the second Mindanao...

Billions of bugs to blanket America

WASHINGTON: They're loud. They're sexually aroused. And for one special, cacophonous month up to a trillion of them will engulf suburbs and woodlands across America. Two cicada "broods" are set for a rare double emergence that last occurred in 1803, when Thomas Jefferson was president and the United States purchased Louisiana from France. The prospect of another natural wonder just weeks after a total solar eclipse across much of the country has...

Pictured: The best 25 beaches in Europe for 2024 according to Tripadvisor, from DORSET to Portugal via Cyprus. Which one would you put on your bucket (and spade) list? Vote in our poll...

Brits don't have to book an expensive long-haul flight to enjoy a world-class beach. As this Tripadvisor ranking of the top 25 beaches in Europe makes clear...

Gyroplane firm ordered to stop Lakes site landings

Planners uphold a decision made against a Lake District firm landing gyroplanes near Penrith.

York Street train station opens in north Belfast

Translink has replaced the existing Yorkgate halt with a station built beside it called York Street.

Southwest to exit 4 airports and limit hiring following profit loss, Boeing plane delays

Southwest Airlines said it is leaving four airports: three in the U.S. and one in Mexico following a first quarter profit loss.

New entrance to prehistoric flint mines unveiled

English Heritage says the site in Norfolk with its grassy "lunar landscape" is "an absolute jewel".

Binay to LGUs: Help elevate street food

SEN. Nancy Binay urged local executives to help boost Philippine tourism by raising the quality of street food to attract local and foreign tourists. In a statement on Sunday, Binay said Filipino food can be used as a "powerful marketing tool," especially now that the street food adventure "is very alive." "The street food culture is actually untapped tourism potential," said Binay, the Senate Committee on Tourism chairman. "We should support...

3 iconic chefs on Limasawa Island

Last April 20 to 22, culinary icons Glenda Barretto, Jessie Sincioco and Myrna Segismundo made their way to the island of Limasawa to support Sugat: The First Creative Ecological Festival. This is an initiative of Fr. Dennis Cagantas, founder and chair of Mend—Music for the Environment and National Development—to teach locals about sustainability in celebration of Earth Day. Explaining the theme, Fr. Dennis says, “The word “sugat” carries two...

Things are going to get worse before they get better for Ukraine

Ortigas' iconic hotels get revamp

The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, two iconic hotels in Ortigas unveiled its newly-renovated rooms and enhanced guest experience. Holiday Inn Manila Galleria rooms are refreshed to provide contemporary style and soothing ambiance. Business travelers, leisure seekers, and families and friends alike can enjoy the renewed sense of comfort across each of The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria's 262 rooms, which include 63...

King Charles built this weird village to follow his 'vision for Britain'

4 Hidden Fees You Should Know About Before You Put Down Your Credit Card for a Dinner Reservation

There's always something a little exciting about making a dinner reservation because you've set aside time for an enjoyable night out, usually with a romantic partner or group of friends or family....

Cornwall tourism chief warns visitors could be hit by 'tax on holidaymakers'

Cornwall tourism chief warns visitors could be hit by 'tax on holidaymakers' - Malcolm Bell says a ‘tourist tax’ raise would money for local businesses

I'm a 24-year-old who lives in Medora, North Dakota, which has a population of less than 150 people. We don't have a grocery store in town but we do have the Northern Lights.

Madi Lee, 24, lives and works in Medora, North Dakota, which has a year-round population of less than 150, but explodes with tourists in the summer.

Everyone is visiting Japan. An extended currency slump means the tourists will just keep coming.

Tourists are staying longer and spending more as the yen continues its slide against the dollar.

How many countries can you visit in one day?

It can be quite an appealing idea to break a world record, and to know that you are the only one in the world to have achieved something so far. According to Swedish travelers Cédric Waldburger and Rainer-Marc Frey, this feeling is truly monumental! On August 23, 2022, the duo broke the record for the most number of countries visited in 24 hours. Their journey was documented on Waldburger’s YouTube channel and, according to them, it is a feat that can only be done in the European continent. Intrigued? Click through this gallery and join us as we follow the route that these record-breaking travelers took in 2022.

PH targets big-spender tourists from US

THE Philippines aims to attract about 15 percent more visitors from the United States, seeing the highly valuable market as a big contributor to the full recovery of the tourism sector. In 2023, more than 1.4 million visitors from the US arrived in the Philippines, generating P35 billion in revenues — the highest among the country's top tourist markets. "This is 215 percent higher than the tourism receipts from South Korea, so this is how...

Changing skyline revealed in urban park photos

Piling work begins at the site of Stockton Waterfront urban park alongside the River Tees.

Best inflatable tents to make setting up a comfy campsite easy

Best inflatable tents to make setting up a comfy campsite easy - These inflatable marvels are just the ticket for hassle-free holidays

The best US cities for digital nomads

When people talk about digital nomads—freelancers and entrepreneurs traveling the globe and living that ideal, Insta-worthy lifestyle—they often think about places far from US borders. But America is a big country with major tech hubs, start-up culture hot spots, beautiful beaches, and incredible coffee shops. If you’re going to vagabond around, why not base yourself in the US for a while? See the sights, drink the caffeine, meet the people, and do some networking. Here are the best places in the US for digital nomads. Click on!

US returns ancient artefacts looted from Cambodia, Indonesia

New York district attorney accuses two prominent art dealers of the illegal trafficking of antiquities worth $3m.

Billionaire forced to demolish Nantucket beach home

Starwood Capital Group CEO Barry Sternlicht reportedly had to raze his beach house on the Nantucket coast. Erosion was to blame, according to the Nantucket Current.

Pope heads to Venice in first trip of 2024

VENICE, ITALY — Pope Francis flew into Venice on Sunday for his first trip of the year, testing his mobility and resilience after a number of health scares in recent months. The Venice trip is the first of four in Italy planned for the next three months. He is scheduled to visit Verona in May and Trieste in July, and is also expected to attend a June summit of Group of Seven (G7) leaders in Bari. In September, he is set to embark on what may be...

Emergency slide FALLS OFF Boeing jet from JFK to LA as Delta flight

A Boeing plane has been forced to make an emergency landing in New York after an emergency slide fell off the aircraft.

The five ancient cities that once ruled North America

Well before the Europeans arrived, the indigenous people of North America raised cities that rivaled those an ocean away. From Teotihuacan to Cahokia, these ancient metropolises featured striking pyramids, palaces, temples, and tombs. Some even had ties throughout Central America, while others were believed to have had the equal power and advancements of the Inca and Aztec. Today, archaeologists are slowly discovering more about the splendid past of North America's first megacities. Intrigued? Let's find out more about these ancient metropolises.

First lady leads launch of 2Go's newest ship

FIRST lady Marie Louise Araneta-Marcos on Friday led the launch of 2GO Travel's newest Roll-On, Roll-Off passenger (ropax) vessel, the MV 2GO Masigla, at Manila's North Harbor. Frederic Dybuncio, 2GO president and chief executive officer, said the vessel represents 2GO's commitment to provide seagoing passengers with cruise-like amenities while remaining affordable for Filipinos. The Maligaya features upgraded facilities and amenities such as...

Funds needed for WW2 RAF Lancaster crash memorial

Five airmen died on a flight carrying PoWs home from Belgium near the end of World War Two.

African foods you simply must try

Spanning approximately 11.7 million square miles (30.3 million square kilometers) across 54 countries and home to roughly 1.5 billion people, Africa is a rich tapestry of history, culture, and ethnicities. For its part, African cuisine is very diverse, with flavors and ingredients varying depending on the region. In West African cooking, you're likely to find lots of spices like ginger, garlic, and chili pepper, whereas East African recipes tend to use ingredients like coconut milk, cinnamon, and cardamom. Interest piqued? If you're looking for dinner inspiration or are keen to expand your palate, check out this gallery of African foods you must try. Simply click on!

The world's most spectacular astronomical observatories

Located in some of the most remote places on the planet, astronomical observatories aren't the easiest places to reach. Furthermore, many are set at altitudes thousands of meters above sea level. Yep, stargazing is an out-of-the-way science for most of us. But if you're curious, there's another way of reaching for the stars. Browse this gallery and take a stellar tour of some of the best spots on Earth to observe the night sky.

Enjoy Unlimited ASEAN Travel for Less Than P15,000 with Explorer Pass

Say hello to endless ASEAN adventures.

Spending the night at England's 'most haunted pub'

Paranormal enthusiasts join a BBC One Show crew at the 800-year-old inn which only opens at night.

Turkey’s melting pot: a foodie break in Istanbul

Saturday morning, 10am, and I’m sitting at a café table on a cobbled street in the Beşiktaş neighbourhood of Istanbul, sipping a glass of çay (Turkish tea) and waiting for breakfast. By the café entrance, a plump, grey-haired man in a crisp white apron is sharpening a knife, before slicing through what is generally acknowledged to be the largest doner kebab in Turkey. The kebab weighs 100kg, a meaty monster slowly cooking from the outside in....

New hangout spots in one Makati City property: Filipino-Italian resto, LGBT friendly bar

Makati Avenue’s I’M Hotel houses a new Filipino-Italian restaurant and a vibrant LGBTQIA+ friendly space, set to open this week. Unveiled last April 17, the hotel unveiled its newest food and beverage outlets, Osteria M and Barangay Bar. ‘Modern Filitalian’ Osteria M, located at the lower ground of I’M Hotel, is a vision of the […]

I moved with my toddler from New York to South Dakota. The community here is more focused on family, but I miss diverse food.

I'm a single mom and moved with my daughter to South Dakota without knowing anyone. I have more budget to do fun things here, but miss diversity.

Pair of giant pandas set to travel from China to San Diego Zoo under conservation partnership

SAN DIEGO (AP) — A pair of giant pandas will soon make the journey from China to the U.S., where they will be cared for at the San Diego Zoo as part of an ongoing conservation partnership between the two nations, officials said Monday. The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance said its caretakers recently visited China to meet the giant pandas, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao, ahead of their planned trip to Southern California. An exact date for the handoff...

Activist who fought for legal rights for Europe's largest saltwater lagoon wins 'Green Nobel'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Growing up, Teresa Vicente spent long days in Spain's Mar Menor swimming in transparent waters, cupping seahorses in her hands and partying under the moonlit sky. Out there, she recalled, time stood still. But over the decades, chronic contamination from mining, development and agricultural runoff turned the once crystal-clear waters of Europe's largest saltwater lagoon into a graveyard. A mass fish die-off in 2019 prompted...

Check-in facility to serve Clark Airport passengers

CLARK FREEPORT, Pampanga — The Department of Transportation, four other government agencies, and three private companies on Thursday (April 25) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish what they call a city check-in facility in SM City Clark for passengers of the Clark International Airport (CRK). “This collaboration under the dynamic leadership of the involved agencies is a template for further undertakings by other sectors to...

Partners in the hospitality industry

Travel, tourism, lodging, recreation, food and beverage are all partners in the hospitality industry, and sales and marketing is a very important component that drives and ensures the growth and success of the sector. Thus, as the premier organization of hotel sales and marketing leaders in the Philippines, the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) last week held its general membership meeting and the launch of its 10th Virtus Awards set...