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There’s no right way to sauna

May 16, 202578 Views

Helsinki clears up the biggest sauna misconception Eurovision has sparked global curiosity about one of Finland's most iconic traditions: the sauna. But for many, the idea of stepping into one comes with uncertainty — do you have to be naked, is talking allowed, and what's with the felt hat? Now Helsinki is inviting everyone to experience a sauna culture that's less about rules and more about what feels right. As Eurovision fans set their sights on Basel, another cultural star is quietly gaining global attention: the Finnish sauna. While many may recognise the image of a steamy wooden room and a plunge into icy water, the act of stepping into a sauna can feel surprisingly intimidating. While international audiences seem to be genuinely intr...

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No selfies please! Surprising European laws tourists need to know

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May 10, 2025127 Views

Tourists should be aware of the unexpected laws in eight popular European countries that could result in fines or imprisonment if ignored. With summer approaching and millions preparing for holidays across Europe, Tiger.co.uk has highlighted several surprising laws that many holidaymakers may not be aware of. Acts that may seem entirely harmless can be taken very seriously in other countries, so it’s important for travellers to respect local laws and customs. Innocently collecting shells, pebbles, or sand as a souvenir from a French beach could lead to fines of up to €1,500, particularly if the amount appears intended for commercial use. Other surprising laws like taking a selfie with a fish in Switzerland or reserving a sun lounger in Spain, may seem harmless but could land tourists i...

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Unusual bathing rituals across the world

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April 18, 2025245 Views

Tourists looking to immerse themselves into different cultures should be aware of unusual bathing rituals from around the world. The team at Vidalux.co.uk has highlighted a selection of unique bathing rituals for travellers to experience around the world. For those looking to try something out of the ordinary, Japan offers sand baths, where visitors are buried up to their necks in warm sand - a practice believed to aid relaxation and detoxification. Beer lovers might enjoy visiting the Czech Republic, home to beer spas where guests can soak in tubs filled with the drink itself, which is said to have soothing and skin healing properties. Travellers seeking a more spiritual experience can head to India and take a dip in the sacred Ganges River, which is believed to offer powerful cleansi...

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World’s first fully tattooed aircraft takes flight

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April 9, 2025216 Views

Corendon creates a milestone in aviation history Corendon Dutch Airlines has revealed the world's first fully tattooed aircraft, marking a symbolic moment in both aviation and art. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Corendon collaborated with renowned tattoo artist Henk Schiffmacher, known for inking global icons like Lady Gaga and Kurt Cobain. The aircraft, Sweet Louise, features a tattoo design covering nearly 200 square meters of its fuselage, serving as a flying tribute to travel. From skin to sky Corendon CEO Gunay Uslu, founder Atilay Uslu, and tattoo legend Henk Schiffmacher unveil the world’s first fully tattooed aircraft. Designed by Schiffmacher for Corendon’s 25th anniversary, the artwork spans 200 m², turning the plane into a flying tribute to travel, freedom, and di...

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BMW Art Car Collection celebrates 50th anniversary with global tour

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March 16, 2025254 Views

Since 1975, 20 renowned international artists have created BMW Art Cars. The "rolling sculptures" – from Alexander Calder's first-ever Art Car to Julie Mehretu's latest – offer an impressive cross-section of art history over the past five decades. To mark the anniversary, the BMW Art Car World Tour features the largest exhibition programme in the history of the series, spanning all five continents. "The BMW Art Car Collection celebrates 50 years of artistic freedom and visionary design. The 20 vehicles have become international icons, telling stories of society, technology and performance," says Ilka Horstmeier, Board Member for Human Resources and Real Estate at BMW Group. The artists are selected by international juries of museum directors. I...

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Visiting Kentucky? Go to bed in a bourbon barrel!

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February 16, 2025416 Views

Bourbon 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...

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Hawaii is the rainbow capital of the world. Here’s what that means

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February 10, 2025198 Views

Hawaii’s regular sunshine, short rain showers and clean air come together to create some of the planet’s best conditions for viewing rainbows. They’re such a frequent sight that a University of Hawaii professor calls the state the “rainbow capital of the world.” Right now it’s the winter rainy season in the islands, which means the odds of seeing a rainbow are even higher than usual. Rainbows emerge so often in Hawaii they’ve become popular symbols of island life. Pictures of them adorn buildings, the sides of public buses and appear on standard vehicle license plates. University of Hawaii sports teams are even named after rainbows. A rainbow appears in the sky on Oct. 28, 2024, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Jennifer Sinco Kelleher) “For me, rainbows really signify hope and new begi...

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A relic of train link between Europe and Arabian peninsula

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January 19, 2025261 Views

Qadam train station was once the pride of Syria’s capital, for some a symbol of post-war revival A train station in Damascus was once the pride of the Syrian capital, an essential link between Europe and the Arabian Peninsula during the Ottoman Empire and then a national transit hub. But more than a decade of war left it a wasteland of bullet-scarred walls and twisted steel. The Qadam station’s remaining staff say they still have an attachment to the railway and hope that it, like the country, can be revived after the swift and stunning downfall of leader Bashar Assad last month. On a recent day, train operator Mazen Malla led us through the landscape of charred train cars and workshops damaged by artillery fire. Bullet casings littered the ground. Malla grew up near the s...

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A butterfly collector in Africa with more than 4.2 million seeks to share them for the future

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January 4, 2025258 Views

What began as a childhood hobby more than six decades ago has led to what might be Africa’s largest butterfly collection in a suburb of Kenya’s capital. Steve Collins, 74, was born and raised in western Kenya. By the age of 5, he was fascinated by butterflies and started building a collection that has grown to more than 4.2 million, representing hundreds of species. “My parents encouraged us to look for butterflies after visiting the Congo and were gifted a trapping net by some friends,” Collins said. “By the time I was 15 years old, I was already visiting other countries like Nigeria to study more about butterflies.” During his 20-year career as an agronomist, Collins dedicated his free time to research. He established the African Butterfly Research Institute in 1997. Now...

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Dino Lumina, World’s first dinosaur park using large-scale projections

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January 2, 2025321 Views

LA-based PaintScaping, a global leader in 3D projection mapping, has created DINO LUMINA, the world's first dinosaur park that uses giant projections on invisible screens. As guests walk thru the forest, they are surrounded by full-sized dinosaurs that, unlike animatronics, are walking, running, fighting, and hunting. This limited engagement runs at the Dallas Zoo, until Monday, January 6, 2025. A CGI trailblazer, PaintScaping CEO Philippe Bergeron previously collaborated with Daniel Langlois, the genius behind SoftImage—the groundbreaking software that brought Jurassic Park's dinosaurs to life. Dino roars for the crowd "Daniel was instrumental in creating one of the most memorable scenes in movie history, when we see the dinosaurs for the first time," no...