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December 20, 2024

Wilderness Hotels’ Aurora Camps offer the chance for northern lights spotting (Credit: Wilderness Hotels) The excitement builds as I read through the itinerary for my upcoming fam trip to Finland – magical snowscapes, reindeer, huskies and possible sightings of Santa and his elves. Let’s face it, we’re all big kids at heart, and I can’t wait to explore this winter wonderland on a joint fam trip co-hosted by British Airways and northern lights specialist operator The Aurora Zone. It’s...

Tui pushes app sales as it goes...

December 19, 2024

Meanwhile, Jet2holidays says it is “working in partnership with independent travel agents and homeworkers”, although its website featured a “sign up and save” pre-sale option for consumers. Its One Step Beyond retail campaign via independent agents and homeworkers is a straight £100pp off all departures until 15 November 2026. It applies to all holidays booked with Jet2holidays, Jet2CityBreaks, Vibe by Jet2holidays, Indulgent Escapes and Jet2Villas. Jet2holidays also claims to be offering more free child places than ever before, but did...

The Xemxija Old Carob Tree in St...

December 19, 2024

This tree, thought to be over 1,000 years old, is truly remarkable, not just because of its age but also due to its link to Malta’s ancient farming methods. The carob tree, which is native to the Mediterranean, has been grown on the island for many years for its sturdy pods. These pods were important for food, animal feed, and even as a way to measure precious stones, leading to the term “carat.” The tree’s large size and its...

Top 'o Hill Terrace in Arlington, Texas

December 19, 2024

One of Dallas’s best-kept secrets remains just as recondite as it was during its Prohibition heyday. Top o’ Hill Terrace, known to some as “Vegas before Vegas,” was designed and built to cover outright debauchery under a façade of only the most prim and proper dining that the suburbs of Dallas could offer. Top o’ Hill Terrace began its life as exactly what it seemed to be: an exclusive, upstanding restaurant nestled in a beautiful, spacious campus at one of...

Queen’s Lane Coffee House in Oxford, England

December 19, 2024

The Queen’s Lane Coffee House in Oxford, England, claims to be the oldest continuously run coffee house in Europe. It sure is old, having been established in 1654 by a Levantine Jew from Syria named Cirques Jobson, though it has only been located on the present site since (circa) 1970. There is another claimant to the title in Oxford, the Grand Café on High Street, which was originally founded in 1650, a coffee house opened by a Jewish entrepreneur...

Krampus Has Come and Gone. Next Up,...

December 19, 2024

The sun is just starting to rise over the Austrian town of Grossarl on the morning of December 21, the date of the winter solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. It’s Thomastag, or Thomas Day, in remembrance of the Apostle Thomas, who doubted the resurrection of Christ the longest and was the last disciple to “move out of the darkness.” Grossarl is an historic market town in the Tyrolean Alps encircled by working dairy farms...

Dwarf Car Museum in Maricopa, Arizona

December 19, 2024

Ernie Adams was a gearhead from an early age. As a child, he would attach junkyard motors to bicycles and wagons to make running vehicles. In 1962, he came up with the idea of building miniature versions of real cars. By 1965, he was able to build a working scaled-down 1928 Chevy two-door sedan made out of nine old refrigerators and powered by a two-cylinder, 13-horsepower Onan motor. Since then, Adams has built countless 11/16th scale model cars, all...

Self-styled 'lord' found guilty of £400,000 cruise...

December 19, 2024

His victims, who hailed not just from the UK but also, France, Australia and Japan, raised the alarm when they turned up for their holidays only to be turned away by their cruise operator. In 2013, the UK National Fraud Intelligence Bureau passed its evidence onto Essex Police, which opened a lengthy investigation into Lester’s offending. “ were tricked into committing more and more money to his scheme, unaware that money was going directly into Lester’s pocket,”...

Bucket-list Belize: ‘Do not underestimate this destination’

December 19, 2024

19 Dec 2024by Jennifer Morris PARTNER CONTENT From adrenaline-lovers to wannabe Charles Darwins, there are copious trends which mean Belize is on your clients’ bucket lists – even if they don’t know it yet. And you don’t have to take our word for it! Belize offers a stunning Caribbean coastline rich in marine biodiversity Explore our simple-to-use online Belize Selling Guide It may not always be front of mind for your Central America itineraries, but nestled between Mexico to the...

The Vyne in Sherborne St John, England

December 19, 2024

The Vyne, a grand Tudor mansion, is steeped in history and intrigue. Its elegant architecture, exquisite gardens, and fascinating artifacts offer a glimpse into the lives of its former inhabitants. However, within its historied walls is an intriguing ring wrapped in a story of gods, curses, and theft, a ring that some claim was an inspiration for one of the most iconic objects in literature. Known as the Ring of Senicianus (or the Ring of Silvianus), the gold ring...

Cañon del Guejar (Güejar River Canyon) in...

December 19, 2024

Rafting through the Cañon del Güejar means traversing through 500 million-year-old rock formations amid the Sierra de la Macarena (Macarena Mountain Range), one of the world’s most biodiverse areas. It is part of the Guiana Shield, an ancient geological formation that spans parts of Colombia, Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and southern Venezuela. It is a ride through archaic landscapes, primeval forests, and the cascading waterfalls of the Rio Güejar (Güejar river). The region is relatively new to tourism....

Fuente Calle Real in Almunecar, Spain

December 18, 2024

Situated on Calle Real, one of Almunecar’s oldest and most scenic streets, this curious fountain dates back to 1559. Remains of the Roman aqueduct are encased in glass beside the fountain. The fountain’s design features a traditional Andalusian style with ornate stonework, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship typical of the period. The fountain served as a communal gathering spot where locals would collect water and socialize, playing a central role in daily life. This historic fountain is a functional piece of urban...

Kashikobuchi Spider Stele in Sendai, Japan

December 18, 2024

Through the city of Sendai runs the Hirose River. It has several stream pools along its course, one of which is known as Kashikobuchi, or the Wise Abyss, and there is a chilling legend that accounts for its name. Once upon a time, a local man was fishing by this stream pool when he found a gossamer thread tied around his ankle. Finding it strange, the man undid it and instead tied it around the trunk of a nearby...

Inside the Japanese-American Farm Preserving Endangered Fruit

December 18, 2024

Masumoto Family Farm is a fourth-generation Japanese-American farm outside of Fresno, California, run by David “Mas” Masumoto and his daughter, Nikiko. The family focuses on growing heirloom stone fruits and grapes, steered by their belief that, above all else, fruit should taste amazing. That seems like an obvious goal, but in the modern market, durability and appearance have long trumped flavor in the produce aisles. So by growing delicious heirloom varieties, the Masumotos are making a radical choice. And...

Dar Jamai Museum in Meknes, Morocco

December 18, 2024

This museum’s primary focus is on musical instruments that represent the diverse musical traditions of Morocco and the surrounding region. Visitors can examine a comprehensive collection of musical instruments from various ethnic and cultural groups. The displays provide context about the historical significance, construction techniques, and cultural importance of these musical artifacts. Traditional Moroccan music is classified by its kaleidoscopic regional variations. Among the most common styles are Amazigh, Andalusi, malhun, chaabi, aita, reggada, gnawa, and guedra. Each of...

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