October 2024 – Page 4 – आवारा मुसाफिर

Where the Ocean meets Intimacy

October 22, 2024244 Views

At Filitheyo Island Resort, romance unfolds not through grand gestures, but in the quiet intimacy of nature’s finest settings. From soft lapping of waves at your feet to a private beach dinner, this Maldivian retreat offers a getaway that redefines togetherness. Even the journey to Filitheyo begins with a 35-minute seaplane flight over the dazzling Maldivian atolls, followed by a 10-minute traditional dhoni ride from Velana International Airport. Water Villas Couples can indulge in the privacy of water villas, perched above the lagoon with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy a romantic swing above the water, or simply unwind on the villa’s deck as the sun sets over the horizon. For those who prefer the beach, Filitheyo offers stunning beachfront accommodations, where you ...

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Thousands protest in Spain’s Canary Islands against over tourism

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October 21, 2024133 Views

Thousands of people protested in holiday resorts in Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday against over tourism which they say prices local people out of the housing market. Under the slogan Canary Islands has a limit, residents demonstrated simultaneously in Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La Palma, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and El Hierro and called for a change in the tourism model for the islands. A woman shows a sign to a tourist sitting on a bench during a demonstration for a change in the tourism model in the Canary Islands on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain, October 20, 2024. REUTERS/Borja Suarez In the Playa de las Americas in Tenerife, protesters appeared on the beach while tourists were sunbathing and chanted "This beach is ours." Activists claimed the arrival of millions of visi...

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National Geographic Society Introduces the Museum of Exploration

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October 21, 2024245 Views

State-of-the-art renovation will bring a new public attraction, a reimagined museum and nighttime experience to its campus in Washington, D.C., set to open in 2026 National Geographic Society has announced the launch of the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, a sustainably-built, must-visit experience as part of its reimagined campus in the heart of Washington, D.C. Scheduled to open in mid-2026, the public attraction, fueled by cutting-edge technologies, will feature one-of-a-kind National Geographic curated exhibitions, immersive and educational experiences, a state-of-the-art theater, restaurant and retail store. The Museum of Exploration will accelerate the Society's mission to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. As a global nonprofit orga...

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Groundbreaking Saudi digital art institute invites for inaugural residency

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October 21, 2024213 Views

# Located in Diriyah in Riyadh, Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) is the MENA region’s first New Media Arts hub # The three-month Mazra’ah Media Art Residency offers access to world-class facilities from February to April 2025 # Work will be showcased through exhibitions and scholarly publications Diriyah Art Futures (DAF), the MENA region’s first hub dedicated to New Media and Digital Art, has announced a call for applications to its inaugural Mazra’ah Media Art Residency for experienced artists and scholars. Running from February to April 2025, the three-month residency comprises two distinct streams for artists and scholars, established in the fields of New Media and Digital Arts. Designed to foster innovation and intellectual exchange across disciplines, the residency offers par...

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UNPACK ’25: The trends in travel for coming year

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October 20, 2024200 Views

Detour Destinations, a new All-Inclusive Era and JOMO Travel are driving next year’s travel plans Expedia Group unveiled Unpack ’25, the annual data-driven outlook for what’s motivating travelers and where they will go next year. Expedia Group analyzed first-party travel data, insights from 25,000 travelers, and the latest industry innovation to “unpack” the eight noteworthy travel trends for 2025 that include Detour Destinations, JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) Travel and One-Click Trips, which will take travelers from looking at their next trip on Instagram to booking it. “Expedia Group continuously works to blend technology with travel, making journeys simpler and more enjoyable. The Unpack report is our opportunity to reflect on what travelers are seeking and how our partners ...

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COP16: From forests to oceans, nature in a dire state

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October 20, 2024233 Views

Global destruction of nature has reached unprecedented extremes. As the United Nations two-week COP16 biodiversity summit kicks off on Monday in Cali, Colombia, here is what you need to know about nature's rapid decline - and its importance to the global economy. ANIMALS AND PLANTS Plants and animals play significant parts in keeping nature humming, from cycling nutrients throughout an ecosystem to aerating soils and engineering rivers. Without plants and animals, the world would not be habitable for humans. However, more than a quarter of the world's known species, or a total of about 45,300 species, are now threatened with extinction, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN). FILE PHOTO: Najin (front) and her daughter Pa...

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Musical ‘The Lion King’ celebrates 25 years in London’s West End

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October 19, 2024226 Views

Hit musical "The Lion King" is celebrating its 25th anniversary in London's West End this weekend with a special gala performance on Sunday, after first opening its doors at the Lyceum Theatre on Oct. 19, 1999. Based on Disney's 1994 animation film, the stage adaptation, which has played in theatres around the world, has been seen in the British capital by over 19 million theatre goers. "I think that this piece is something that does transcend culture," director and writer Julie Taymor told Reuters, adding that the coming of age story about a lion cub called Simba who endures loss "is something every single human being has to go through." FILE PHOTO: An actor wears a costume on stage during the performance of a musical "Lion King" in London, Britain in 2023. Matt Crockett/Disney/...

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Travelers are spending big this holiday season

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October 19, 2024210 Views

Sojern, the leading digital marketing platform built for travel, has shared its latest travel data ahead of the holiday season and beyond. Travelers are eager to hit the road or skies, but economic concerns and inflation are widening the wealth gap. Compared to 2023, more consumers are opting for road trips over air travel, if they're traveling at all. Sojern data shows upscale and luxury hotel prices have risen by 1.7% and 1.4%, while economy lodging remains steady, reflecting growing demand for higher-end accommodations. "Unlike the pandemic where travelers chose less crowded destinations, those who are traveling are going back to more popular and expensive cities–and they're willing to pay a premium," said Noreen Henry, Chief Revenue Officer at Sojern. "We saw this with Taylor Swift...

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Remains of mysterious WW1-era ship discovered during cruise voyage

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October 19, 2024231 Views

The ultra-luxury expedition ship Seabourn Pursuit discovered the Titania, a German World War I-era vessel, during a submarine dive near Chile—marking the first sighting of the ship in 110 years Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has made a historic discovery during a submarine dive off the coast of Alejandro Selkirk Island in Chile's Juan Fernández Archipelago. On October 14, 2024, Seabourn Pursuit, the ultra-luxury line's newest purpose-built expedition ship, uncovered the Titania, a German supplier ship lost for 110 years. Lying 95 meters below the surface, this remarkable find marks the first sighting of the Titania since it was scuttled in 1914. "Experiences like these are a testament to the spirit of expedition, and this discovery is nothi...

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Azores create largest marine protected area in North Atlantic

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October 18, 2024201 Views

The regional assembly of Portugal's Azores Islands approved the creation of the largest protected marine area in the North Atlantic to reach international conservation goals well ahead of time. The approval late on Thursday places the archipelago at the forefront of global ocean conservation that aims to achieve the goals set by the United Nations of protecting 30% of the Earth's land and sea by 2030 under a global pact adopted last year. FILE PHOTO: Atlantic spotted dolphins leap out of the water off Ponta Delgada on Sao Miguel Island in the Azores archipelago, Portugal July 3, 2024. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi The network will encompass almost 300,000 square kilometres (115,830 square miles) and ensures the preservation of underwater mountain ranges and vulnerable marine ecosyst...