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Meigs Field Tower and Terminal in Chicago,...

January 24, 2024

Jutting out into the waters of Lake Michigan just south of the Loop is Northerly Island Park, which is home to two curious buildings that harken back to the artificial peninsula’s history. Home to Chicago‘s Meigs Field from 1948 to 2003, the spot that’s now the park was originally designed as such, in Daniel Burnham’s grand plan for Chicago. However the proximity to the offices of the Loop proved enticing to city planners and executives looking for hassle-free travel,...

Scavenged Parts Antiques & Oddities in Rockford,...

January 24, 2024

Nestled in the heart of Rockford amongst the lively bustle of a rapidly developing downtown area lies the freshly lacquered doors of Scavenged Parts Antiques & Oddities. Jointly owned by oddities circuit veterans Sarah Thistle and Tim Prince, this newly opened location is the culmination of a decade-long journey into refining and perfecting their niche. Speaking more or less to the “antiques” of Scavenged Parts is Sarah Thistle, whose time-tempered antiquarian venture has resulted in a selective yet extensive...

The Cat Mayor of Talkeetna in Talkeetna,...

January 24, 2024

Talkeetna, a small town of around 1,000 people, is a base for exploring Denali, North America’s highest peak, and may have been the inspiration for the fictional town Cicely in the 1990s television show Northern Exposure. It is best known, though, for electing a cat as mayor. On the main street in Talkeetna, called K’dalkitnu in the Indigenous language Dena’ina, is Nagley’s, a general store whose history stretches back to Alaska’s gold rush era. Open since 1921, it started...

Doris Miller Memorial in Waco, Texas

January 24, 2024

Doris Miller joined the United States Navy when segregation forced Black soldiers into non-combat roles, Miller was a cook. Miller was on board the battleship West Virginia on December 7, 1941, when the attack on Pearl Harbor began. Despite no prior training, Miller stepped up to an anti-aircraft gun and used it on the enemy, officially taking down two Japanese planes. During the same attack, Miller helped carry wounded sailors to safety. Miller was awarded the Navy Cross in 1942...

Podcast: Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern

January 24, 2024

Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit Houston, where a gigantic underground chamber that used to be a water source is now an enchanting—and echo-filled—part of the city’s park system. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people...

For Sale: A Mouse-Infested Roman Helmet That's...

January 23, 2024

Swords encrusted with jewels and inlaid with gold, breastplates sporting chiseled abs, impressive Greek helmets oxidized by time to an otherworldly green. These are just a few of the remarkable Greek and Roman artifacts making up the largest private collection of ancient arms and armor in the world. But one item stands out among the rest: The Guttmann Mouse Helmet, an incredibly well preserved and ornate Roman Imperial helmet created in the mid-second century. Some of the helmet’s smallest...

A Longed-For Taste of Home in ‘The...

January 23, 2024

“I believe that this was the work of a man who had a yearning for the homeland that he would never see again,” says British food historian Daniel Newman. He’s talking about Fiḍālat al-Khiwān fī Ṭayyibāt al-Ṭaʿām wa-l-Alwān, meaning “Remainders on the Table as Regards Delightful Foods and Dishes,” the original title of a cookbook written in Arabic around the year 1260. The author, Ibn Razīn al-Tujībī, was a scholar from a prominent family in the city of Murcia...

The Many Lives of ‘Sounds of North...

January 23, 2024

It was late on July 16, 1957, and Charles M. Bogert was in a recording booth in Highland County, Florida, with a pair of singers who wouldn’t sing. The burgeoning producer, who had left a busy life in New York to chase talent in the Sunshine State, had heard the two perform live that very evening, in a chorus of hundreds. He had plucked them from the crowd, and thenushered them out of the swampy night and into this...

Podcast: Slowjamastan

January 23, 2024

Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we’re visiting The Republic of Slowjamastan, a micro-nation built on good vibes, good music, and the dream of eliminating one very popular type of footwear. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people...

Best Practices for using Artificial Intelligence in...

January 23, 2024

Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel What are the most beneficial use cases of Artificial Intelligence in hotel marketing? Where are the opportunities and what are the pitfalls for hotels to be aware of? (Question from Cory Falter) Our Marketing Expert Panel Cory Falter – Partner The post Best Practices for using Artificial Intelligence in Hotel Marketing appeared first on Revfine.com.

The Confusing Truth About Arrowroot

January 22, 2024

THIS ARTICLE IS ADAPTED FROM THE JANUARY 20, 2024, EDITION OF GASTRO OBSCURA’S FAVORITE THINGS NEWSLETTER. YOU CAN SIGN UP HERE. While the common names of plants and animals vary around the globe, their scientific names stay the same everywhere. Scientific nomenclature is not without issues (like India’s native curry leaf being named in honor of two European botanists), but it can be a helpful tool for identifying ingredients, especially international groceries from non-English speaking countries. Such products may...

The Site of Gaza's Oldest Mosque Has...

January 22, 2024

This story was originally published on The Conversation. It appears here under a Creative Commons license. The Omari Mosque in Gaza was largely destroyed by Israeli bombardment on Dec. 8, 2023. It was one of the most ancient mosques in the region and a beloved Gazan landmark. The mosque was first built in the early seventh century and named after Islam’s second caliph, Umar ibn al-Khattab, a successor to the Prophet Muhammad and leader of the early Islamic community....

Podcast: Whimzeyland

January 22, 2024

Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we’ll explore the enchanting world of Whimzeyland in Safety Harbor and uncover the captivating stories behind 20 years of art sustainably crafted from up-cycled material found throughout Pinellas County, hear from the visionary artists who brought it to life, and immerse our audience in the magic that awaits around every corner

Key Digital Trends in the Tourism and...

January 15, 2024

Digital Trends in the Travel Industry Digital trends in the travel industry are revolutionizing how services are offered and experienced. These trends significantly enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency by incorporating AI, VR, and IoT. They’re crucial for businesses to remain competitive in a dynamic market, offering innovative, personalized travel experiences while optimizing management and The post Key Digital Trends in the Tourism and Travel Industry in 2024 appeared first on Revfine.com.

How to Build an Effective Commercial Hotel...

January 15, 2024

A hotel’s commercial team—revenue management, sales, and marketing—is critically important to the financial health of a property. When working harmoniously, these functions combine to ensure a property is filled with high-value guests while minimizing acquisition costs as much as possible. However, “harmonious” is an unlikely descriptor for many hotel commercial teams. 3 Ways to Build The post How to Build an Effective Commercial Hotel Organization in 2024 appeared first on Revfine.com.

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