Travelers can avoid paying some of Bhutan’s daily tourism fees, as long as they stay at least five nights. Last week, Bhutan announced changes to its Sustainable Development Fee which made headlines after it jumped from $65 to $200 a day when the country reopened its borders in September. Travelers who pay the SDF for
Month: June 2023
This season, the Ghost Hunters’ TAPS team investigated some of the craziest hauntings to date! From capturing the screams of a spirit FALLING TO ITS DEATH inside the Hoover Dam to seeing a full body apparition outside a vacant mansion, this season did not disappoint. Follow Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, Dave Tango, and Shari DeBenedetti
Formula Rossa is the world’s fastest rollercoaster – Lonely Planet’s Louise Bastock heads to Ferrari World on Yas Island for a test-drive (ferrariworldabudhabi.com). Yas Marina Circuit is open to cyclists on Tuesday evenings (yasmarinacircuit.com) while Yas Viceroy has high-design rooms looking out on the racetrack (yasisland.ae). Produced by Lonely Planet for Etihad Airways. All editorial
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The issue of tipping has long been a thorn in the side of British cruise customers, leaving a sour taste for the unwary who can be hit with unexpected charges running into hundreds of pounds. As the popularity of cruising has grown, more passengers have become accustomed to this quirky tradition that takes its cue
When people think about British cuisine, if they do at all, they don’t think much. But the Isles are home to dozens of Michelin-rated restaurants, and hundreds of other establishments that showcase the diverse range of cultures and ingredients available in the United Kingdom. On a recent trip to Scotland, I had the opportunity to
Father’s Day is coming up, and if you’re looking for the perfect gift for a cook, we’ve got you covered. While these are foodie-friendly finds, these gifts are for folks in the kitchen who are passionate about what they do—anyone who works long hours with simple tools in restaurant kitchens. Here are some gifts that
California’s vast desert region is a land of hidden oases and canyons, towering snow-capped mountains, and sweeping panoramas that conjure visions of early California and the Old West. Unlike anywhere else in the world, the California Deserts feel like one giant natural theme park—connected by scenic open roads and a network of character-rich lodging properties.
In this article BKNG GOOGL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The Priceline application is demonstrated on an Apple iPhone. Andrew Harrer | Bloomberg | Getty Images As new artificial intelligence tools make their way beyond consumer chatbots and internet search and into a widening array of businesses, online travel is jumping aboard. Booking, Expedia
The Do’s and Don’ts of Visiting France, so you know how to get the most out of your French vacation. It doesn’t matter if you are visiting Paris, Avignon, the French Riviera, the Normandy Beaches, or trying the food in Strasbourg or Bordeaux, there are a lot of things travelers and tourists to France should
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On June first 2023 the application window opened for the third annual Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge which provides one million dollars each year in awards to promising food supply innovations. The window is open until August 1. The contest is funded through Seeding The Future Foundation, a family foundation started by Bernhard
Twin 370hp engines powered hull one to 23 knots in sea trials On a breezy day at this year’s Palm Beach International Boat Show in March, Leopard’s booth was packed with chic, pastel-clad visitors eager to tour the yachts on display. As the newest of the brand’s three power catamarans, the Leopard 40 Powercat was
For the second straight year since its relaunch following a two-year hiatus, the James Beard Awards, the culinary world’s Oscars, cast a bright spotlight on the chefs, bartenders, and restaurants that make the American dining scene so exceptional. The awards, first bestowed in 1991, seek to “champion a standard of good food anchored in talent,
Supply chain issues will impact air travel in 2023, IATA director general says. Juliette Michel | Afp | Getty Images Air travel will be affected by “very frustrating” supply chain issues this year, according to Willie Walsh, director general of the International Air Transport Association, as he discussed the challenges facing the aviation sector this
An avid hunter’s whole world changed the day he encountered two bipedal creatures that cornered him in the woods of Louisiana. Armed with his rifle, Michael was ready to shoot on sight when he saw a hairy creature screaming at him from 20 yards away. But things changed drastically when another screech rang out in
Take a ride underneath London with Lonely Planet Pathfinder Huw James as he finds out how the London Underground was built and how it compares Tokyo and New York. Find out more about our How Cities Work title: http://lptravel.to/6L4ZRd To find out more about Lonely Planet Kids: http://lptravel.to/dFfrOT Learn more about LP Pathfinders: http://lptravel.to/d71k0W To
Germany is a wonderful country to visit with the top of the line museums, quaint half timbered houses, and food galore! However when you visit Germany there may be a few things that will upset your local German friends that you might not know about. Here are ways that tourists and non-Germans can really upset
All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. The flip side of Lisbon’s famously sunny weather