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10 years of ‘Into the Glacier’: Iceland’s one-of-a-kind ice tunnel experience

June 2, 202596 Views

It started as an ambitious idea—dig a tunnel deep into Iceland’s second-largest glacier and create an experience unlike anything else in the world. Ten years later, Into the Glacier has welcomed over 320,000 visitors, hosted underground concerts, survived floods and pandemics, and proven that even after a decade, it’s still one of Iceland’s coolest adventures. Opened in 2015 after 14 months of excavation, the 500-meter (1,640-foot) ice tunnel inside Langjökull Glacier remains the largest of its kind in the world. Visitors descend 25 meters (82 feet) beneath the surface to walk through blue ice corridors that are, in some places, 30 to 35 years old. During construction, 5,500 cubic meters (194,000 cubic feet) of ice were removed—just a ti...

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Sweden eases alcohol monopoly one bottle at a time

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June 1, 202570 Views

First easing of retail alcohol sales rules, Direct sales will be capped, Fears change could lead to end of state monopoly If Anna Anerfalt gets a license to sell gin, whiskey and schnapps to visitors at her family's distillery near Norrtalje in Sweden, the first thing she will have to do is warn them of the dangers of alcohol. From June 1, small-scale breweries, vineyards and distilleries will be able to sell direct to customers - the first easing of Sweden's more than 100 year-old alcohol sales monopoly. The aim is to boost tourism and help craft producers to grow, while preserving the role of Systembolaget - state booze shops - in limiting access to alcohol and damage to public health. Norrtalje Distillery CEO Anna Anerfalt pours a glass of non-alcoholic Appel Glog...

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Tips on beaches, yerba mate tea and candombe music in Montevideo

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June 1, 202597 Views

Uruguay's coastal capital of Montevideo,only a short ferry ride from bolder Buenos Aires, may seem an unlikely choice for a foreign correspondent. This slower-paced port city overlooking the River Plate estuary on the edge of the Atlantic is the fifth South American city I've called home, having worked as a journalist in this region for nearly a decade — most recently as Southern Cone correspondent for Reuters. After more intrepid stints in Argentina, Brazil and Venezuela,the take-your-time attitude of Montevideo rubs off nicely. It is by far the smallest place I've settled — 1.3 million residents barely equate to my hometown area of south London. But being compact, close to nature and casually understated, with a rich Art Deco heritage, you soon forget you're even in a city, making it a ...

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In Ukraine’s Kharkiv, ballet offers ‘rebirth’ after bombs and bullets

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May 31, 202580 Views

In the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, it’s hard to escape the war with Russia. On some days, when the wind blows in the right direction, residents of the historic city can hear the boom of artillery fire from the front line, some 30 km (20 miles) away. Most nights, Russian kamikaze drones packed with explosives buzz over apartment buildings as parents put their children to bed. Frequently - but unpredictably - a Russian ballistic missile will slam into the city. Three years on from Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, for many people in Kharkiv, the war and its unrelenting, inescapable proximity, takes a mental toll. Ballet dancers practise for the revival of 'Chopiniana,' the first since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, in the underground area of the National Aca...

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Discover Dubai’s most iconic venues for MICE at the QE2

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May 31, 202581 Views

In a city known for extraordinary venues, the Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel offers something truly unmatched – a prestigious setting steeped in history, anchored in legacy, and elevated by modern sophistication. As Dubai continues to grow as a global hub for business and events, the QE2 stands apart as a venue that inspires, impresses, and leaves a lasting mark. Strategically located in Port Mina Rashid – one of the largest lifestyle and cruise destination – the QE2 features a collection of distinctive event spaces, each designed to host diverse events – from high-level board meetings and conferences to grand galas, product launches, and celebrations of every scale. Ferghal Purcell, General Manager of the Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, stated: “Hosting an event on the QE2 is not just about ...

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Discover Bali’s rich traditions and breathtaking landscapes

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May 30, 202579 Views

Anantara Ubud Bali Resort offers travellers a new local immersion package Anantara Ubud Bali Resort, recently recognised on the Travel + Leisure It List 2025 and Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2025, has unveiled its latest package, ‘A Local Immersion’, a minimum three-night stay offering discerning travellers a deeper, more meaningful connection with Bali by exploring the Indonesian island through nature, culture, and sensory indulgence. Central to the journey is exploring Bali’s lesser-known wonders through a guided outdoor adventure. Guests may embark on the Alas Taro Exploration, a trip through Bali’s sacred forests and rice paddies. Led by the resort’s resident naturalist, the experience begins with a Jeep ride through quiet villages and emerald-green fields, where travellers...

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Egyptian archaeologists discover three tombs in Luxor

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May 29, 2025125 Views

Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesman in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday. Egyptian archaeologists have discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550–1070 B.C.) and identified the names and titles of their owners through inscriptions found within, according to a statement by the tourism and antiquities ministry. In this undated photo, hieroglyphs are revealed in the three new graves of senior statesmen found in the Dra' Abu al-Naga necropolis area in Luxor, Egypt. (Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP) Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, said in the statement that further study of other tombs’ inscriptions is needed to gain a deeper understanding of the tombs’ owne...

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Noctotourism: Top 10 stargazing spots in Europe

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May 29, 2025107 Views

At a time many are seeking digital detox trips, lets tell you about ten of the most peaceful stargazing spots in Europe that are perfect for unwinding. Experts at WinstonsBeds are highlighting destinations with some of the darkest skies that offer a serene experience under the night’s sky. This comes after research revealed 62% of travellers said they are considering visiting darker sky destinations and seeking starbathing experiences in 2025. The International Dark Sky Parks (IDSPs) has certified Dark Sky areas across Europe which are protected from light pollution. Thanks to its distance from the main urban centers, the Regional Natural Park of Millevaches in Limousin has an exceptional starry sky in Western Europe. This territory invites us to take the time t...

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Lesser flamingos lose one of their only four African breeding sites to sewage

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May 28, 202589 Views

Until the last half-decade, the majestic lesser flamingo had four African breeding sites: two salt pans in Botswana and Namibia, a soda lake in Tanzania, and an artificial dam outside South Africa's historic diamond-mining town of Kimberley. Now it only has three. Years of raw sewage spilling into Kamfers Dam, the only South African water body where lesser flamingos congregated in large enough numbers to breed, have rendered the water so toxic that the distinctive pink birds have abandoned it, according to conservationists and a court judgment against the local council seen by Reuters. Lesser flamingos are currently considered near-threatened, rather than endangered, by the International Union for Conservation of Nature: there are 2-3 million left, four-fifths of them spread ...

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Chic neighbourhoods, quirky museums and foodie havens in Paris

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May 28, 2025112 Views

Like most Parisians, I’m a transplant from elsewhere — specifically sunny Provence, where it's practically a civic duty to cheer for the rival football team, Olympique de Marseille, and complain about the haughty residents of the French capital. But as the French actor Sacha Guitry once said, “Being a Parisian is not about being born in Paris; it's about being reborn there.” I first moved to Paris in my early twenties and, like many before me, was immediately enthralled by the city. But Paris felt like a sleeping beauty in the early 2000s: the economy was stagnant, unemployment was high, and losing the 2012 Olympic bid to London made it feel as though the future was being written elsewhere. By the time I returned to the city in 2012 as an energy correspondent for Reuters following stin...