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Blake Lively raves about 'making friends' while in Italy as she shares she searched for 'vintage treasures' and ate 'delicious food'

Blake Lively is sharing her adventures in Capri, Italy. She took to social media and revealed to followers that she loves to make friends during her vacations.

Insider tips: beautiful, small towns in Italy

Tips for a beautiful tan without burning this summer 2024

ALBAWABA As summer approaches and outdoor activities beckon, achieving a beautiful tan while avoiding the discomfort of sunburn becomes a top priority. Here’s your comprehensive guide to enjoying the sun safely and effectively:1. Choose the Right SunscreenSelecting a sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum protection (UVA and UVB) with a high SPF (Sun Protection Factor) is crucial. Look for SPF 30 or higher and apply it generously 15-30 minutes...

Cities that were rebuilt after being completely destroyed

Throughout history, many natural and man-made changes have altered how cities were originally laid out. From fires that consumed them, to devastating tsunamis and wars that turned them into rubble, you'd be surprised to learn that many popular cities were totally destroyed at some point in history. With many totally collapsing to the ground, it's impressive to see how they managed to rise and rebuild themselves. Click on to discover the cities that moved past catastrophe to be reborn from the ashes.

27 rescued Titanic treasures that sold for a fortune

The stories behind sensational Titanic artefacts recovered from the doomed ship and later sold at auction.

Fun Fourth of July activities for the whole family

Independence Day is one of the biggest holidays in the US. From parades to fireworks and family vacations, the Fourth of July weekend is always packed with summer activities for all ages. But if you don't have anything planned to celebrate the nation's birthday yet, don't worry. We've got you covered with plenty of fun ideas. No matter how you celebrate, let the festivities begin with these fun Fourth of July activities. Click on for more!

Paris Hilton's battle against boarding schools

AlQurm Protected Area in Khor Kalba joins IOSEA Marine Turtle MoU

SHARJAH, 1st July, 2024 (WAM) -- The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) announced that the AlQurm Protected Area in Kalba City has joined the Indian Ocean's South-East Asian (IOSEA) Marine Turtle memorandum of understanding (MoU).This makes it the second site in Sharjah after Sir Bu Nair Island Reserve, as the UAE participates in the ninth meeting of the signatory countries of the memorandum held in Dar es Salaam,...

Woodstock: Remembering "3 Days of Peace and Love"

Over 50 years ago, more than 400,000 music fans descended on a dairy farm in New York State for "3 Days of Peace and Love." The Woodstock festival, held between August 15–18, 1969, attracted some of the biggest names of the time, acts like The Who, Janis Joplin, Grateful Dead, and Jimi Hendrix. More than half a century later, let's reminisce on the legendary three-day event—widely regarded as one of the most pivotal moments in popular music history—for its music, its audience, and what it stood for: all that was good about the counterculture movement.

Dubai: Women's Run to return for 2024 edition

The event, set to take place on November 3, aims to celebrate and empower women across the UAE

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman Celebrates Sustainable Luxury

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman proudly hosted an exclusive event dedicated to celebrating sustainable luxury in collaboration with BASMA, the fashion label founded by esteemed local designer Basma Abdel Hadi. Pink Moon Events, with Founders Lubna Kolaghassi and Rana Jundi, orchestrated the beautiful bohemian chic setup using elements from BASMA’s designs and accessories handmade by local Jordanian women.During this gathering, 45 high-profile ladies,...

Breathtaking corners of the Caribbean you need to explore

From picture-postcard beaches to lush verdant rainforest, colourful capitals and cacophonous carnivals, these are the most beautiful sights in the Caribbean.

Private View by Havas Middle East’s Leornado Borges

Campaign Middle East features a Private View section with a range of insights and viewpoints from industry experts, revealing the intricate world of marketing and advertising campaigns. DUBAI TOURISM: LIFE IN DUBAI – PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION It’s refreshing to see a city known for its glitz and glamour reveal a more human side. Challenging perceptions […]

These Grab-and-Go Breakfast Ideas Will Convince You to Skip the Drive-Thru

One egg and cheese sandwich, please!

Emirates unveils first destinations to be served with refurbished 'Boeing 777'

DUBAI, 1st July, 2024 (WAM) -- Emirates today unveiled the first cities on its network to be served with its newest Boeing 777 cabin interiors. The airline plans to introduce its refurbished B777s to Geneva, Tokyo Haneda and Brussels, offering customers more opportunities to experience the airline’s signature Premium Economy on this aircraft, and for the first time Emirates’ next generation Business Class seats, set in a new 1-2-1...

Steven Soderbergh really wants Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets: 'I can't get in'

Even being an Oscar-winning director doesn't help you snag the hottest tickets in any town.

flydubai adds two destinations in Iran

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the launch of direct flights to two new destinations in Iran. This includes the start of a four-times weekly service to Kish Island from 07 September and a twice-weekly service to Kerman from 09 September.Hamad Obaidalla, Chief Commercial Officer at flydubai, said: “we have continued to look for opportunities to open up underserved markets and so we are pleased to offer our customers more...

The 5 red flags a chef looks out for when dining at a high-end Italian restaurant

Stefano Secchi, a Michelin-starred Italian chef, says to look out for over-sauced pasta and mislabeled menu items at high-end Italian restaurants.

The 15 Travel Essentials That Should Be in Every Traveler’s Bag — All on Sale From $6

Make your next trip a breeze with travel must-haves like packing cubes, adapters, and more.

Can kids fly alone? Everything you need to know about unaccompanied minor flights

From how old you must be to fly alone to each airline's policies for flying as an unaccompanied minor, here are our tips for booking travel for kids traveling alone.

Difficulties and resurgence in the life of Janet Jackson

40 Things That Didn't Exist 40 Years Ago

The world really was a different place back then.

The best hotels in Riyadh

Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, these are the best hotels in Riyadh… The impressive hotel scene in Riyadh means whatever the reason you’re checking-in in the Saudi capital, there’s a hotel for you. From cool boutique stays to the grandest addresses in the city, here are the best hotels in Riyadh. New: The […]

Emirates encourages travellers to start their holiday in Dubai this summer with complimentary stay in a luxury 5* hotel

Emirates is helping holidaymakers planning to visit or stopover in Dubai make the most of their summer with complimentary stays at one of the city’s most iconic hotels.Starting from 1st July 2024 to 21st July 2024, travellers who purchase an Emirates return ticket in First Class or Business Class will be able to enjoy a two-night stay at 5-star luxury hotel JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai. Customers booked in Premium Economy Class or Economy...

Grenada Is One of My Favorite Caribbean Islands — and It Just Got an Incredible New Resort

Danielle Pointdujour, T+L's senior editor, checks in to Grenada's recently opened Six Senses La Sagesse to take you inside the Caribbean’s newest luxury hot spot.

Party island Ibiza and Morocco among this summer's cheapest last-minute all-inclusive holiday destinations, Which? reveals

Which? analysed over 3,500 package holidays still available to book this summer and identified the cheapest options for a seven-night resort break in the first week of August.

Seeing uptick in travel to Tokyo as USD rises against Japanese Yen, says Booking CEO Glenn Fogel

Glenn Fogel, Booking Holdings CEO, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk current travel trends in what is supposed to be a record-setting travel week.

Turo CEO's Plans for Expansion

Turo CEO Andre Haddad joins Ed Ludlow and Caroline Hyde to discuss the car rental company's momentum and 70+ product updates aiming to make the rental car experience smoother for consumers. He speaks on "Bloomberg Technology."

Paris Airbnb goldrush ends as Olympics approach

Paris Airbnb goldrush ends as Olympics approach Parisians looking to pocket a fortune by renting out their apartments to tourists visiting the French capital for the Olympics have been left disappointed as prices crash close to the start of the Games. He pointed out that French people attending the Olympic Games are more likely to stay with friends and family.

Uncover Essex's hidden gems with Wow Hydrate's Queenie Porter

Just outside London's borders lies an English county filled with city amenities and laidback village vibes. Wow Hydrate's Queenie Porter reveals her favorite places to spend her downtime in Essex.

Shape and Escape: Dubai most physically challenging escape rooms

Escape rooms that give you a workout, whilst you’re working out the clues… Time is a precious commodity. It’s hard to fit in all the work, life admin, shopping, meditation, hydration breaks, DEWA-paying, meetings that could have been emails and YouTube tutorials – we’re supposed to do as adults. So hacks that streamline this never-ending […]

Amazing secluded swimming spots around the world

If you love finding your own secluded spot to unwind in and enjoy pristine, crystal-clear waters, these are the places for you. From deserted beaches and little-known lagoons to secret sinkholes and out-of-the-way lakes, dip your toes through this list of secluded swimming destinations!

On Our Radar: July

Emirates Man rounds up the latest fashion launches, hero buys, and new store openings to explore

All the destinations you can fly to on Emirates Premium Economy

The airline continues to expand its Premium Economy offering… Dubai-based airline Emirates is one of the world’s most accoladed airlines, flying to more than 130 destinations worldwide and consistently regarded as one of the best at what it does in terms of service, safety and experience, whether you’re flying Economy, Business or First. Back in […]

Kuwait hostages threaten Government and British Airways with legal action

More than 300 people on board British Airways Flight 149 were detained by Iraqi troops on August 2 1990.

The world's most innovative countries, ranked

From Portugal's digital nomad visa scheme to Germany's engineering ingenuity, discover which countries are leading the way when it comes to innovation

The so-called travel 'advice' you need to AVOID

We take a look at the so-called 'advice' that has the potential to ruin your trip, from knocking yourself out on flights with sleeping pills to peeing on jellyfish stings, the world is awash with dodgy travel tips...

Put some mustard on your July 4th golf game with these limited-edition Callaway Hot Dog golf balls

The Callaway Chrome Tour golf ball has a perfect five-star rating on Golf Digest’s Hot List. They’re specifically made for a soft feel and driver distance, have a more penetrating flight and are excellent when it comes to your short game. That’s nice and all, but there’s one thing wrong with these quote, unquote flawless golf balls … they don’t hav...

I bought all my furniture at Costco for $5,000: Take a look inside

Claudia Chee, 32, has a love for all things Costco. She's furnishing her new apartment with items from the store. She created the Instagram account @CostcoClaudia, where she models clothing and shares her experiences. She earns about $7,000 a month as an influencer, as well as around $5,000 a month from her job as a piano teacher.

Mark your dates for the Azimuth 2024 in AlUla

Get ready to party until the sun comes up… No one thought music festivals would be where Saudi would shine, but massive events like Soundstorm, Balad Beast, and Azimuth have proven that wrong. And now we’re gearing up to welcome Azimuth 2024 in AlUla. Happening from Thursday September 19 to Saturday 21, the event will […]

Floating villa in Dubai

Floating villa in Dubai

The gorgeous secret beaches you'll have to yourself: Remote bays sit down long gravel tracks with no phone signal

This state is home to a slew of beaches so gorgeous but so quiet you'll often have them completely to yourself.

13 Nostalgic Photos of Vintage Amusement Parks

What a thrill.

Golf course or museum? This latest collab proves you can do both

It’s not unusual to see luxury sports cars parked outside top golf courses; golfers are known to have a taste for the finer things in life. What’s slightly more unexpected is to see an eroded bronze Porsche 911 sculpture parked on the front lawn. It’s part of the “Arsham in Kohler” immersive art installation in Kohler, Wis., featuring larger-than-l...

Hellenistic monument of Iraq Al Amir : Discovering French-Jordanian archaeological cooperation

AMMAN — Iraq Al-Amir is a site located west of Amman, on the road towards Jericho, and it is one of the best-preserved Hellenistic monuments in Jordan. The site was discovered in 1818 and represents a major French-Jordanian project, noted a researcher at the French institute of The Near East, Ifpo, Micheline Kurdy, on Sunday at the presentation titled “The Remarkable monuments of Iraq Al Amir”, held at Bayt Yash in Jabel Luweibdeh.The lecture...

These Goose Down Pillows Feel Like You’re Sleeping at a Hotel

It’s like sleeping on a cloud.

The 11 best fighter aircraft of 2024

A close look at the best of the best

Documentary recalls one of the worst plane crashes ever

Eagle Hills expands footprint in Iraq, Croatia

Eagle Hills announced plans to develop the 'Baghdad Golf Course and Spa' which will include a top-tier golf course, luxury residential neighborhoods, and a five-star hotel among other amenities

Spain deal alert: Fly to Madrid from Boston, Miami and New York City from $319 round-trip

TAP Air Portugal is running a sale on round-trip flights from Spain to the U.S., starting as low as $319 round-trip. Departure cities include Boston, Miami and New York City.