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Fast and furious no more? Bangkok’s infamous No.8 bus

Editorial Bureau September 30, 2022

A “Pink Devil” roars down Bangkok’s busy streets, furiously overtaking tuk-tuks, cars and motorbikes, narrowly avoiding a collision as it slows to allow passengers to scramble on before veering back into the capital’s hectic traffic. Welcome aboard the No.8 bus. Infamous

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Scotland’s first tourist e-boat sets sail from The Falkirk Wheel

Editorial Bureau September 29, 2022

Scottish Canals latest offering at The Falkirk Wheel was officially launched by Transport Minister, Jenny Gilruth MSP alongside Scottish Canals CEO, Catherine Topley as part of Climate Week. Visitors to the world’s only rotating boat lift, can now experience a little more canal side scenery in an environmentally conscious way by hiring one of Scottish […]

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EXPLORE UGANDA; THE PEARL OF AFRICA

Editorial Bureau September 15, 2022

The Pearl of Africa is blessed with an undeniable natural beauty. In the west, the Rwenzori peaks reach towards the sky, the perfect challenge for bold explorers – Across the nation, parks are home to some of the world’s most exotic animals: Silverbacks, lions and countless others, ooh… Uganda is home to Africa’s big 5.Winding […]

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Iraq ancient ruins open up to tourism after IS atrocities

Editorial Bureau September 12, 2022

Strolling along the ancient ruins of Hatra in north of Iraq, dozens of visitors admired the site, where local initiatives seek to turn over a new leaf after a brief but brutal jihadist rule. Designated an endangered world heritage site by UNESCO, Hatra dates back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries BC. It is a […]

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Discover Dhofar, the tropical side of Oman

Editorial Bureau September 5, 2022

Visitors are now discovering Dhofar in Oman, cooled by the East’s monsoon rains, bringing a carpet of lush greenery to the region as wadis and waterfalls begin to flow. Known as ‘Khareef’, this phenomenon typically lasts from July until September. With the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions on international travel and the launch of the advanced […]

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End of the road for New York’s horse-drawn carriages?

Editorial Bureau September 1, 2022

A charming, must-do tourist attraction or a cruel, outdated commercial activity? New York’s horse-drawn carriages have operated since the 1800s, but lawmakers now want to replace them with electric vehicles. For some, the equine-driven rides around Central Park are part of the fabric of the Big Apple, like yellow taxis and Broadway shows. But for […]

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‘Sight to behold’: tourists flock to Florida for Moon rocket launch

Editorial Bureau August 29, 2022

The 45-year-old has travelled from northern England to Florida with her husband and two children for a space-themed vacation. They’re prepared to make sure they don’t miss a second of the action as NASA’s newest and most powerful rocket is scheduled to launch for the first time Monday.  “The plan is to drive very early […]

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Geneva, The Resort City, offers new exploration venues

Editorial Bureau August 9, 2022

The second season, “Geneva, The Resort City”, from July 1 to August 31, invites residents and visitors to rediscover the city’s offerings through their own experiences and interpretations. Over two months, more than 150 hotels and over 100 activities, ranging from adventurous explorations to family-friendly moments, will allow visitors to find new dimensions to the […]

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Amankora unveils voyage of self-discovery in Bhutan

Editorial Bureau August 3, 2022

Amankora, a luxury lodge in Bhutan, has announced a journey of self-discovery with the new Quest for Happiness, inviting guests to find their own pathway to contentment through sustainable and responsible travel. Designed around the Kingdom of Bhutan’s emphasis on happiness rather than economic prosperity and inspired by Aman’s emphasis on supporting the communities

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Up in the Bavarian Alps, rugged trails with German cheer

Editorial Bureau July 22, 2022

At 23 minutes before midnight, at 1,703 meters (5,600 feet) above sea level, the lashing rain and furious winds outside the darkened bunkroom prompted two questions to turn over in my head: Will the roof of this hut be ripped off in the dead of night? Will I be able to continue my ridge trek […]