I have a plan – a plan that I will absolutely, 100 per cent not go through with because I’m too lazy – to open a bar in Australia. My bar will be called Sevilla, and it will be amazing. It will be called Sevilla, obviously, in homage to the Spanish city of the same [...]
Cruise Ship Technology on Steroids
May 19, 2013 | Posted by
This summer the cruise industry is continuing to break ground. With new technology, bigger entertainment and higher-end restaurant innovations, here’s how Viking, Royal Caribbean Princess, NCL, and MSC are competing among many “firsts” in the industry. Viking Set its Sights on the Ocean Last night, Viking announced that it will straddle both the ocean and [...]
It’s Illegal to Run Out of Gas in Germany and Other Little-Known Foreign Laws
May 16, 2013 | Posted by
Ignorance may be bliss, but it can cause innocents abroad to unknowingly run afoul of local laws. And there are plenty of legal oddities to run afoul of. Witness this list of top 10 unusual foreign laws compiled by GlobalVisas.com. No word on how often these ordinances are actually enforced, but consider yourself warned. It is [...]
Readers Weigh in on Best Travel Spots for Wildlife
May 11, 2013 | Posted by
Last week telegraph.co.uk ran a story “Go wild every month of the year,” in which they featured a month-by-month guide to where best to see the world’s most exotic wildlife. The feature story prompted a flurry of responses, ranging from where to see tigers in India to the best way to spot dolphins in Cornwall. The [...]
Macau, a City that Basks in its Vices
May 9, 2013 | Posted by
Well, my arrival into Macau, on a racing yacht from Hong Kong, had set the weekend bar at a rather high level. One of the first boats over the finish line, we had plenty of time to glide up into the Macau marina (situated adjacent to one of the 34 ‘Inner Harbour’ piers), lazily enjoy [...]
8 Travel-Tested Suitcases to Get You On Your Way
May 7, 2013 | Posted by
The forever suitcase: defined as the one bag that will last a lifetime, be your constant companion on trips of all kinds, and meet your particular travel needs, all without disintegrating into a pile of cheap materials before you even make it home. This is no carry-on bag, folks. This is a suitcase that has [...]
Yoga in Airplane Seat is Not Such a Stretch
May 2, 2013 | Posted by
No wonder travelers are bent out of shape. Economy airplane seat width is usually 17 or 18 inches. The average American man’s waist is about 40 inches (38 for women), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Need I even mention the sliver of space between your knees and the seat in front you? [...]
Europe on a Budget
April 30, 2013 | Posted by
Offering some of the world’s most iconic sights, best museums and superb cuisines, Europe is always an attractive and exciting destination, though overpriced hotels, extortionate entry fees and eye-wateringly priced restaurants in many parts of the continent can make travel here feel less than a bargain at times. Below we give you our tips for [...]
In Disney First, All Parks to Stay Open 24 Hours on May 24
April 27, 2013 | Posted by
Grab your mouse ears and get ready to spend an all-nighter at Disneyland and Disney World at the start of Memorial Day weekend, with Pixar characters from the upcoming movie “Monsters University” roving around and other special events. The Magic Kingdom Park in Orlando, Fla., as well as Disneyland and California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif., will open at [...]
May Festivals Worldwide are Celebrations of Culture,Traditions, Dance
April 25, 2013 | Posted by
Festivals are a living, dancing museum of cultures and traditions in an increasingly globalized world. There is no better place for travellers to understand a country than an event where it proudly celebrates its individuality, whether through music, camel races or monumental food fights. The top festivities for May are listed below. Processione dei Serpari (Festival [...]
