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in TravelRick Steves’ 1978 “Hippie Trail” Journal, Part 3
With the fall of Afghanistan, I’ve been reflecting on my travel experiences there as a 23-year-old backpacker on the “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu. Yesterday and today, it’s a poor yet formidable land that foreign powers misunderstand and insist on underestimating. In this journal entry from 1978, stow away with me for another dreamy […] More
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in Travel20 Fun & Best Things To Do In Tromso, Norway
Located 217 miles above the Arctic circle in northern Norway, Tromsø is a nature lover’s paradise. Not only is it one of Norway’s largest cities, but it’s the third-largest city above the Arctic circle and chock-full of outdoor adventures. I recently had the opportunity to visit this polar paradise, and I’ve got all the best […] More
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in TravelHavana Cuba’s Voya Boutique Hotel: For the Culturally Curious Traveler
It’s down an ordinary street in a typical Cuban neighborhood. There you’ll see mainly homes, a shell of their former glory from the 1950s, most of which, like the roads, are in a state of disrepair. Passing through the area, you’ll also see cars from that same period, patched up with bondo and billowing out […] More
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in TravelThink out of the box (room) and beyond the crisis.
Early signs of change may often appear insignificant, yet the speed of change can often pick up momentum rather quickly. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for a long-simmering change in the hospitality industry. Hoteliers now need to rethink what their product is, or can be in the future, and how they approach content […] More
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in TravelKANJI BY 3FILS NOW AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY ON DELIVEROO EDITIONS
Michelin Guide Restaurant 3Fils has signed an exclusive partnership with Deliveroo to expand its delivery-only concept, Kanji, exclusively on Editions. Launched in 2021, Kanji is the delivery-only concept of award-winning homegrown restaurant 3Fils which was previously only available in Business Bay, DIFC, Al Wasl, and Zaabel. Now available from Deliveroo Editions, Kanji’s menu items have […] More
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in TravelRick Steves’ 1978 “Hippie Trail” Journal, Part 4
With the fall of Afghanistan, I’ve been reflecting on my travel experiences there as a 23-year-old backpacker on the “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu. Yesterday and today, it’s a poor yet formidable land that foreign powers misunderstand and insist on underestimating. In this journal entry from 1978, stow away with me as I ride […] More
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in Travel17 Fun & Best Things to Do in Düsseldorf, Germany
Planning a trip to Germany? There are many fantastic places to explore, though many people often focus on Berlin or Munich. However, the country known for its love of beer and sausage has other unique destinations. One is Düsseldorf, a city full of culture and exciting attractions. Düsseldorf is known as the fashion capital of […] More
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in Travel4 Places You Have To Visit In Bali (And How To Make The Best Of It)
Photo Credit: Shutterstock Bali is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. A recent report published by Statista states that 1.19 million visitors visited Bali in September 2022 alone. And there is a good reason for that — Bali is a slice of paradise on Earth. You can expect mesmerizing landscapes, tranquil surroundings, […] More
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in TravelThe Rise of the OTAs
The United States shares the title of being one of the most Covid-affected countries in the world by number of cases reported and deaths. Now the United States is pulling it’s weight by leading the way out of it. As countries around the globe work towards securing enough vaccine supply for their population, many are […] More
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in TravelRick Steves’ 1978 “Hippie Trail” Journal, Part 5
With the fall of Afghanistan, I’ve been reflecting on my travel experiences there as a 23-year-old backpacker on the “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu. Yesterday and today, it’s a poor yet formidable land that foreign powers misunderstand and insist on underestimating. In this final journal entry from 1978, stow away with me as I […] More
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in Travel13 Fun & Best Things To Do On Brač Island, Croatia
Located where Central and Southeast Europe meet on the shores of the Adriatic Sea is the beautiful country of Croatia. With its numerous peaceful islands, fairytale-like waterfalls, and some of the best beaches in Europe, Croatia has long been a very popular destination with visitors from near and far. While many of these visitors rightly […] More
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in TravelHow will technology enable hoteliers to adapt to post-pandemic circumstances?
Recap of a joint panel discussion with eBerry by Nordic Choice Hotels, Barceló Hotel Group and Sabre Hospitality Solutions. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted tourism on unprecedented levels and as such has been a catalyst for a long-simmering change in the hospitality industry. Patterns, norms, and challenges have changed, and hoteliers have been forced to […] More