Everything you need to know about Nazaré in Portugal Discover how the TUDOR Nazaré Big Wave Challenge has transformed this quiet Portuguese village into a global surfing capital Nazaré, Portugal, is once again primed to host the sport’s most legendary contest: the Nazaré Tow Surfing Challenge. Thanks to the power of the Nazaré Canyon, massive swells funnel directly toward Praia do Norte, where waves regularly reach unprecedented heights, providing an epic arena for the world’s best to showcase their skills. Chumbo catching a wave in Nazare, Portugal on January 22, 2024. Photo: The Marcs / Red Bull Content Pool This natural phenomenon attracts surfers and spectators alike, with the iconic red lighthouse at Fort São Miguel Arcanjo standing as a symbol of the awe-insp...
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Research discovers ancient Egyptian remains smell nice At first whiff, it sounds repulsive: sniff the essence of an ancient corpse. But researchers who indulged their curiosity in the name of science found that well-preserved Egyptian mummies actually smell pretty good. “In films and books, terrible things happen to those who smell mummified bodies,” said Cecilia Bembibre, director of research at University College London’s Institute for Sustainable Heritage. “We were surprised at the pleasantness of them.” In this undated photo provided by Abdelrazek Elnaggar, Emma Paolin, PhD researcher at University of Ljubljana, background and Dr. Cecilia Bembibre, lecturer at the University College London take swab samples for the purpose of microbiological analysis at the Krakow Universi...
Read MoreCastles, Fjords and ancient lochs to headline Seabourn's 2025 Northern Europe season Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is offering an extraordinary line-up of Northern Europe itineraries for the summer 2025 cruise season. From May to August 2025, Seabourn Sojourn will embark on a series of captivating voyages across The British Isles, Norwegian Fjords and Iceland Coast. Seabourn Sojourn will visit more than 40 destinations in 12 countries on nine itineraries ranging from seven to 24 days. With departures from Dover (London), England; Reykjavik, Iceland; and Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland, guests can explore the mystical lochs of Scotland, chase the midnight sun in Norway's northern reaches, and experi...
Read MoreBourbon Barrel Retreats may be Bourbon Country's most unique spot for a nightcap Exploring Kentucky's historic, beautiful Bourbon Country rewards whiskey buffs with an abundance of bourbon distilleries, bourbon tours, bourbon bars, and even bourbon-centric restaurants. The only glaring omission has been the option to sleep in a giant bourbon barrel. Until now, that is. Bourbon Barrel Retreats, situated on 50 gently rolling acres between Bardstown and Lawrenceburg, in the heart of Kentucky Bourbon Country, is unique among the area's lodging options. In fact, the trademarked design makes them the only barrel-shaped rental cabins in the entire United States. The inside of a bourbon barrel retreats Inside the curved-wood walls of their barrel, guests discover 300 sq...
Read MoreThe resorts which would be official filming locations for ‘The White Lotus’
In anticipation of the highly awaited third instalment of the HBO Original series The White Lotus, created by Mike White, three Anantara Thailand resorts have been officially announced as filming locations for the Emmy-winning series. In a media release shared by Warner Bros. Discovery, three Anantara resorts — Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, and Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort — were included as key settings for the fictional The White Lotus Thailand. A Tropical Paradise on the Silver Screen Set along the pristine shores of Bophut Beach, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is one of the island’s most iconic resorts. Multiple locations within the property are featured as The White Lot...
Read MoreThe European Southern Observatory (ESO) has released a stunning 80 million-pixel image of the star cluster RCW 38, as captured by ESO’s Visible and Infrared Survey Telescope for Astronomy (VISTA), operating in Chile’s Atacama Desert. Meet the colourful extravaganza of the RCW 38 stellar nursery, located some 5500 light-years away from us, in the constellation Vela. With its bright streaks and swirls, this birthplace of stars is not afraid to flaunt its colours. From the vivid pink of gas clouds to the multi-coloured dots, which are young stars, this image has it all. This is an 80-million-pixel picture of the star cluster RCW 38, located 5500 light-years away in the constellation Vela. RCW 38 is a young cluster containing about 2000 stars, and is bursting with star-forming activity....
Read MoreTaiwan to showcase premium travel experiences to Indian travelers at SATTE
To further promote Taiwan as a premier destination for high-end and incentive travel, the Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) will once again partner with airlines, travel agencies, and cultural performance groups to participate in the 2025 South Asia Travel & Tourism Exchange (SATTE 2025, 19 - 21 Feb, 2025 at YASHOBHOOMI-India International Convention & Expo Centre in New Delhi). The delegation comprises of 23-members from 12 organizations. The delegation will also hold Taiwan Destination Seminar and Networking sessions in New Delhi (18 Feb) and in Mumbai (24 Feb). TTA aims to strengthen partnerships with Indian travel industry professionals and to increase the number of Indian tourists to Taiwan. According to TTA’s statistics, 34,926 Indian tourists visited Taiwan betw...
Read MorePromises total travel experience, B2B meets firm up partnerships with stakeholders in major cities Expecting a massive uptick in domestic footfalls, Kerala Tourism has rolled out in the national capital a whole range of enticing products ahead of the summer holidays, assuring vacationers of quality time and enthralling experiences. “I want to firmly assure that Kerala’s touristy appeal not only retains its enduring charm but also keeps evolving with innovative products and initiatives, strengthening the state’s reputation as a welcoming and exciting place for all seasons,” Kerala Tourism Director Sikha Surendran said at a press conference here on the sidelines of the Partnership Meet in which a large number tourism stakeholders participated. As domestic visitors account...
Read MoreForbes Travel Guide unveils 2025 Star Awards, FTG becomes the first rating system to honor cruise ship restaurants Forbes Travel Guide (FTG)—the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises—has revealed its 2025 Star Awards. The 67th annual list spans more than 2,100 properties in 90 countries. It features 336 Five-Star, 645 Four-Star and 567 Recommended hotels; 79 Five-Star, 128 Four-Star and 64 Recommended restaurants; 124 Five-Star and 224 Four-Star spas; seven Four-Star and seven Recommended cruise ships; and three Four-Star and three Recommended cruise ship restaurants—a new rating accolade. The ratings expanded into new destinations, including Brunei; Costa Navarino, Greece; Finland; Haikou, Xiamen and Xi'an, China; Kazak...
Read MoreEnjoy a family escape at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas The upcoming holidays are an ideal time to visit Thailand’s beautiful south, and Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas is the ideal setting for families seeking adventure and luxe in equal measure. Located in the middle of Phang Nga Bay, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas offers an ideal base from which to explore, less than an hour by speedboat from all the most famous islands in Southern Thailand. Setting off in a luxury boat charters, guests will be the first to arrive and see the locations in all their natural beauty, with the freedom to also discover more under-the-radar gems with their personal guide. Anantara guests enjoy only the most luxurious adventuring, with a sleek fleet of yachts and ca...
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