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Are other famous arches also at risk!

August 17, 2024189 Views

The collapse of an iconic arch in Utah has left people wondering A common line of questions has emerged from visitors to Utah’s Arches National Park in the week since an iconic rock arch at Lake Powell known as the “Toilet Bowl” collapsed. Are these arches also at risk of falling soon? What are you doing to prevent their collapse? The answers: They might be, and nothing, said Karen Garthwait, spokesperson for Arches and Canyonlands national parks. “Our mission is not to freeze time and preserve these structures exactly as they are,” she said. “Our mission is to preserve the natural processes that create these structures, which of course, is the same process that will eventually undo them as well.” When the geological formation formally named “Double Arch” crumbled last ...

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‘Double Arch’ and the ‘Toilet Bowl’ collapses in southern Utah

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August 11, 2024248 Views

A large geological feature in southern Utah known as the “Double Arch,” the “Hole in the Roof” and sometimes the “Toilet Bowl” has collapsed, National Park Service officials said Friday. No injuries were reported. The popular arch in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area fell Thursday, and park rangers suspect changing water levels and erosion from waves in Lake Powell contributed to its demise. Michelle Kerns, superintendent of the recreation area that spans the border of Utah and Arizona, said the collapse serves as a reminder to protect the mineral resources that surround the lake. “These features have a life span that can be influenced or damaged by manmade interventions,” she said in a statement. The arch was formed from 190 million-year-old Navajo sandstone origin...

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Unprecedented paragliding expedition over Alaska’s Augustine Volcano

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August 5, 2024267 Views

Renowned sportsman Paul Guschlbauer has once again pushed the boundaries of adventure by conquering Augustine Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in Alaska. Known for his exceptional performances in the Red Bull X-Alps and his unparalleled ability to uncover extraordinary locations, Guschlbauer’s latest achievement sets a new standard in the world of paragliding. Here is all you need to know: Augustine Volcano, an imposing peak 284 kilometres from Anchorage, is situated on an uninhabited island off Alaska’s southern coast in Cook Inlet. The island is part of the Aleutian volcanic arc, a chain of volcanoes formed by the subduction of the Pacific Plate beneath the North American Plate. Paul Guschlbauer seen during his photoshooting for the project "Volcano Flight" in Alaska, Uni...

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Dominica is the top Island in the Caribbean and among Top 5 in the World

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July 21, 2024247 Views

2024 marks the third consecutive year The Nature Island has been granted these prestigious Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards Travel + Leisure readers have once again voted Dominica as the No.1 island Caribbean destination and No. 5 island in the World in its 2024 World's Best Awards. Dominica receives this number one spot for the third year in a row and moved up three spots in the 'Best Islands in the World' category, reinforcing the destination's exceptional allure as a unique vacation experience and captivating tourism product. "We are honored that Dominica has completed its 'three-peat' as the top destination in the region by such a well-respected travel brand and its readers," said Denise Charles, Dominica's Minister of Tourism. "This is a true testament to our ongoin...

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Brighten the day with North Dakota’s spectacular sunflower super bloom

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July 16, 2024334 Views

Summertime is known for abundant, colorful crops, and the thousands of acres of sunflower fields in North Dakota in Midwest US create a landscape awash with vibrant, sunny yellow hues. North Dakota Tourism has launched the state's 2024 ND Sunflower Trail detailing the location of more than a dozen stunning sunflower fields all set to reach peak color in late-July through August. Wind turbines in sunflower field at Wilton. Credit North Dakota Tourism "The state's sunflower growers are eager to partner with North Dakota Tourism on this field guide program and share a little of what makes North Dakota unique with others," said Josh Greff, a sunflower grower in southwest North Dakota. "There's really nothing like seeing a field full of vibrant yellows when the sunflowers reach their pea...

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Bahamas recognised as Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination

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July 3, 2024263 Views

Also awarded the Leading Sports Tourism Destination at the World Travel Awards The Islands of The Bahamas has been named the Caribbean's Leading Luxury Island Destination 2024 and the Caribbean's Leading Sports Tourism Destination 2024 by the prestigious World Travel Awards. The esteemed awards are the hallmark of excellence across the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. "It is quite an honour for The Bahamas to be recognised by the World Travel Awards in two categories that are near and dear to our hearts. These awards demonstrate the dedication of Team Tourism," said the Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation for The Bahamas. "Travellers seeking luxury and sports adventures will find plenty to enjoy in the p...

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Chicago’s iconic ‘Bean’ sculpture reopens to tourists

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June 25, 2024316 Views

Anish Kapoor created Cloud Gate was shut nearly a year for renovation One of Chicago’s most popular tourist attractions known as “The Bean” reopened to the public Sunday after nearly a year of renovations and construction. Construction started in August last year, and fencing around the iconic sculpture limited closeup access to visitors. The work on the plaza surrounding the sculpture included new stairs, accessible ramps and a waterproofing system, according to the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. The bean-shaped sculpture by artist Anish Kapoor is formally known as “Cloud Gate” and weighs 110 tons (99.8 metric tons). It’s a busy tourist hub near Michigan Avenue, particularly for selfies with its reflective surface inspired by liquid mercury...

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The Magic of Rain: 5 Reasons to Visit Costa Rica during the Green Season

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June 22, 2024182 Views

Marriott International recommends how to get the most of your trip during the Green Season First of all, if we propose you to go sightseeing during the rainy season, does it sound like a good plan? Wait until we tell you what happens in Costa Rica before you respond. The rains in Costa Rica unleash a natural spectacle that turns the country into a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, with a captivating green predominating in the landscapes, accented by multicolored flowers. Because of this scenery, and as an initiative of the Costa Rican Tourism Institute, the rainy season has been promoted for some years now as the Green Season, which lasts from May to November throughout the country, except in the Caribbean. The term aims to encourage travelers to discover the magic that rain...

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A hidden paradise under threat

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June 1, 2024241 Views

A fragile system of 10,000 subterranean caverns, rivers and lakes wind almost surreptitiously under Mexico’s southern Yucatan peninsula Now, construction of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s crown jewel project – the Maya Train – is destroying part of that cave network Rays of sunlight slice through pools of crystal water as clusters of fish cast shadows on the limestone below. Arching over the emerald basin are walls of stalactites dripping down the cavern ceiling, which opens to a dense jungle. These glowing sinkhole lakes – known as cenotes – are a part of one of Mexico’s natural wonders: A fragile system of an estimated 10,000 subterranean caverns, rivers and lakes that wind almost surreptitiously beneath Mexico’s southern Yucatan peninsula. Now, construction o...

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Troon International selected to manage Laolao Bay Golf & Resort

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April 15, 2024366 Views

The spectacular Saipan destination has global ambitions Troon, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, has announced that it has been selected to manage LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort in Saipan. Troon International will oversee golf operations, agronomy and marketing for the resort’s two beautiful 18-hole golf courses. The picturesque golf club, nestled away on the cliffs of Saipan, boasts breathtaking Greg Norman designs that encompass spectacular ocean and mountain views across both the East and West Course, offering challenging and unique experiences. The stunning coastal escape at LaoLao Bay is further enriched by amenities such as a clubhouse with authentic Korean cuisine, a 54-room onsite hotel, and a sauna and massage room – combining to ...