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The most bizarre travel experiences in the world

The best thing about traveling the world is the ability to discover the places that are lesser known to most people. And if you enjoy the offbeat, or you're just bored with the usual travel experiences you see online, then you might consider including one of these rather bizarre attractions on your next travel itinerary. From places where it’s acceptable to stick gum on the walls, to a spa where you can swim in a massive bowl of ramen, click on for some surprising and unconventional places!

Number of migrants arriving in UK in small boats nears 10,000 mark

Some 103 people came across in two boats yesterday, it has been revealed - bringing the total so far this year, not including Sunday's arrivals, to 9,803.

Umrah not allowed for those without a Hajj permit between May 24 and June 26

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that Umrah permits will not be issued for those who do not have a confirmed Hajj permit during the period from Dhul Qada 16, corresponding to May 24, until Dhul-Hijjah 20, corresponding to June 26. The ministry issued the directive to facilitate the Hajj pilgrims, who started flocking to Saudi Arabia from all over the world, to perform their rituals at the Grand Mosque in...

120 years of Rolls-Royce

Future of UAE luxury resorts: What do young tourists want?

Many fancy hotels are adjusting their offerings to fit the dynamic and hybrid lifestyles of younger, digital-savvy travellers

UAE: Beat the heat at these water parks

Brace yourself for a summer of memorable moments at these water parks around the country

Must-see photos of China's magnificent city of ice

The Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is an annual winter event that takes place in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, and it's now the largest ice festival on the planet. It starts every year on January 5th and runs for about two months, boasting a jaw-dropping and shivering display of the world's biggest ice sculptures. At this point of the year, the city is no longer standing, but luckily we have amazing photos in case you've never seen it. Click through to see the city in all its icy frigid glory—and how it all comes together. When it comes to winter, if you can't beat it, join it!

Three Dubai Metro stations reopen after flood closures

Three Dubai Metro stations have reopened after being closed due to flooding last month, the Roads and Transport Authority announced. Trains are now operating as normal at Onpassive, Equiti and Mashreq stations on the Red Line. The stations have been out of service since the April 16 storm that affected vast areas of the UAE. The Energy Metro Statio...

‘Can I travel out of the UAE without an Emirates ID?’

Question: I have a residency visa in the UAE, but I am still waiting for my Emirates ID card. I would like to know if I can travel out of the country without the identity card. I have a family issue back home but have been told that the card could take another 10 days to be issued. My husband is sponsoring my visa. MB, Abu Dhabi Answer: If a reside...

Are your dreams trying to tell you something?

KUWAIT: Every night, when people finally close their eyes and put an end to the day’s events, they are transported to a different world - one that might be too fictional or just too random. Yet, it is undeniably a place where they experience a sense of liberation from their mundane reality. “A dream is a theater in which the dreamer is himself the scene, the player, the prompter, the author, the producer, the public and the critic,” said Badria...

Bezos' Blue Origin Resumes Launches for Space Tourists

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin LLC resumed space tourism launches on Sunday morning, sending six private passengers on a short flight more than 60 miles above the earth to the edge of space and back. This was the seventh tourist mission Blue Origin has launched on New Shepard to date and the first since August 2022.

Identity crisis: Climate destroying wonders that gave US parks their names

Identity crisis: Climate destroying wonders that gave US parks their names Glacier National Park's ice fortress is crumbling. But today, the climate crisis imperils the very symbols of many parks, leaving them facing a future where their names could be cruel ironies.

Swiss village bids to introduce Venice-style entry fee for tourists

Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland has seen a surge in tourism in the warmer months, with some visitors only staying for a day and contributing little to the economy.

Inaugural Red Sea Fashion Week wraps up in style

The first Red Sea Fashion Week has come to an end. And despite some blustery weather, has been an overwhelming success. As the first such event staged at the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia, among the guests were Burak Cakmak, the chief executive officer of the Fashion Commission of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture, as well as Brenda Bellei Bizzi, the ch...

43 of the world’s most colourful places

We take a tour of the world's most colourful destinations to visit this year.

Beautiful and strange locations made famous by movies

Thailand's Maya Bay, better known as the gorgeous secret cove from the 2000 film 'The Beach,' has been closed to tourists indefinitely. Anyone who wants to visit the pristine white-sand beach and dive into the crystalline waters where a young Leonardo DiCaprio once acted will be disappointed. Films take great care in choosing their locations, selecting places with profound character and a lasting visual impact. So, take advantage of all that effort and check out this gallery to start compiling your travel itinerary of endlessly interesting places made famous by films.

Kulusevski’s double at Sheffield United seals Europa League spot for Tottenham

The final whistle served as a starting gun for Tottenham to head to East Midlands Airport and board a charter flight to Melbourne. If Ange Postecoglou’s players were slightly underwhelmed by the prospect of a 25-hour journey to the Australian winter where an exhibition match against Newcastle awaits on Wednesday, they at least travelled having secured a fifth-placed finish. That brings the prize of Europa League combat next season but – despite...

Bodour Al Qasimi inaugurates Greek edition of ‘Folktales Reimagined’

THESSALONIKI, Greece, 19th May, 2024 (WAM) -- As part of Sharjah's participation as a Guest of Honor at the Thessaloniki International Book Fair 2024 (TIBF) in Greece, Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and Founder and Patron of the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), inaugurated yesterday, the Greek edition of the “Folktales Reimagined” exhibition, at Thessaloniki Central Library,...

The world's 30 most stunning lakes should be on your wish list

With some two million lakes on planet Earth, ranging from ancient mountain lakes and former volcanic craters to paradisiacal lagoons, plenty are stunning.

City have 'togetherness that is just amazing' - Grealish

Manchester City's Jack Grealish, speaking to Sky Sports: "It is an unbelievable feeling to be history-makers. I have been here three years and every year I have won a Premier League - it has been unbelievable. "And for the guys that have been here four years, some say it is the hardest league in the world, so to do four in a row is unbelievable. "I...

The beauty of spring around the world

Springtime is here. It's an underrated season, with clear skies, blooming flowers, and that exciting buildup to summer. Why not get pumped for the season by seeing just how sensational spring looks like around the world? Click on to see the beauty of spring across the globe.

In response to a string of deaths, Airbnb CEO says it's 'really hard' to make hosts install carbon monoxide detectors

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky will appear on NBC Nightly News to discuss challenges his company is facing, including a carbon monoxide detector mandate.

Char Dham Yatra 2024: People Filming Reels Near Temple Premises To Be Booked Under Stringent Laws

Uttarakhand Police issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on Saturday after a ban on videography and making reels within 50 metres of revered temple premises was announced on May 16. The SOP highlighted that any person found filming reels near Char Dham temples would face legal action under charges of 'malicious acts outraging religious feelings' and 'promoting enmity between groups'. The directive comes in response to increased crowding at...

Char Dham Yatra 2024: Uttarakhand Govt Amps Up Measures After Record 1.8 Lakh Pilgrims Visit In 10 Days

Char Dham Yatra News: Following the reports of mismanagement and a huge rush of devotees, the Uttarakhand government amped up the arrangements en route to the Char Dhams in the state. Addressing the concerns of locals and priests, the state government issued orders to ban making social media reels in the 50-meter periphery of the shrines. The administration also distributed food supplies to the stranded pilgrims due to jams on the Yatra route....

The Best Wellness Retreats To Kick Off Your New Year

Whether you want to be out in nature, get a good workout or just feel restored, we have something great for you.

Will Putin respect the Olympic truce at the Paris Games?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hinted that he will not respect the Olympic truce and will continue to fight in Ukraine during the Paris Olympics this summer. "These Olympic principles, including the Olympic truce, are very correct (...) But few countries in history have respected them, with the exception of ancient Greece," Mr. Putin told Russian journalists at the end of a two-day visit to China. Vladimir Putin further suggested that...

13 Nostalgic Photos of Vintage Amusement Parks

What a thrill.

This is what Kyiv looked like before the war

Overrated tourist spots you should avoid

For every tourist destination worth the effort and expense to visit, there's a cheap trick that isn’t worth either and yet still, somehow, draws crowds. Check out this gallery, based on a list from Far and Wide, that will help shed light on some of the shadiest tourist traps. And keep in mind, one person's tacky trap is another's perfect Instagram!

Score 30% Off a Hotel Stay in Bermuda — Just in Time for Summer

The sale ends on June 15.

A Flight Attendant Designed This Oddly-shaped Travel Pillow to Help You Sleep, Even in the Middle Seat

Amazon reviewers say the J-Pillow “tops them all.”

California's new 'Honest Pricing Law' will require cruise lines to be transparent about fees

California's "Honest Pricing Law" makes it illegal to advertise prices for goods or services that don't include all the required fees or charges.

I caught a Ryanair flight and saw so many people making a £46 mistake

Ryanair passenger, Emily Chaplin, has issued a warning about the airline's strict baggage policies after witnessing dozens of travellers being forced to cough up £46 before boarding a flight.

I've Eaten At Nearly Every Single Chain Restaurant—These Are The Best Menu Items

Two years later and 20 restaurants down, this is our official list. People always ask: What are the *best* chain restaurant menu items? Honestly, I've tried too many to count; they've all become a massive blur in my memory. So, to make your lives easier (and, selfishly, mine), I've made the official ranking of the best menu items at each restaurant I've visited. Buckle up y'all.

13 magical tiny homes that are straight out of a fairytale

These whimsical small dwellings appear to have been plucked straight from the pages of your favourite fairytales.

The most dangerous (and the safest) countries for female travelers

In an attempt to determine which countries are the most dangerous for female travelers, husband and wife journalists Asher and Lyric Fergusson studied and ranked the 50 most popular countries amongst tourists. The data was compiled using sources ranging from the 2018 Gallup World Poll to Equal Measures 2030's Gender Advocates Data Hub. The Fergusson's Women’s Danger Index ranked each country based on eight factors: street safety for women, intentional homicide of women, non-partner sexual violence, intimate partner sexual violence, legal discrimination, global gender gap, gender inequality index, and violence against women attitudes. Using these metrics, their list of the 20 most dangerous countries for women emerges. Intrigued? Take a look at their findings by clicking through the following gallery.

Why were these airports left abandoned?

Unless you arrive in the dead of night, airports are usually teeming with tourists, travellers and staff members but imagine rocking up and finding nobody there. We take a look at incredible airports that all lie abandoned and forgotten.

Navigating Risks in a Dynamic World: Impact on Businesses

In today’s dynamic world, rapid technological advancements and economic uncertainties have become prominent, giving rise to two major challenges: climate change and geopolitical conflicts. Interestingly, issues like climate change are no longer viewed simply as risks but are recognized as stru

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.

Incredible places from Greek mythology you can visit today

There are plenty of places you can go to find beautiful beaches, party islands, mouthwatering cuisine, and sunny skies. But very few of them combine all these things with mesmerizing remnants of the ancient world and mythology. Dipped in ancient history, Greece is one of the very few countries that combine all of these with a dream destination for anyone interested in mythology. Click on for a selection of real locations that were center stage for many famous Greek myths.

Xander Schauffele pronunciation: A guide to saying golfer's full name and family origin

Xander Schauffele's name is a mouthful for anyone watching the PGA Tour.

The risky allure of WiFi Money: private jets, sports cars, and ruined investors

A motley crew of Instagram-obsessed, hustle-culture influencers made millions. In their wake, they left a trail of lawsuits and financial devastation.

Awakening the sleeping giant: How Saudi Arabia plans to attract more foreign tourists

Saudi Arabia plans to become a travel hot spot, ploughing $800 billion in tourism investments to develop the sector and setting a revised target of attracting 150 million visitors by the end of the decade. But a key part of that effort is luring international travellers to explore the lesser-discovered country. The kingdom is focusing on high-spend...

UAE Flies Relief Plane to Brazil for Flood-Hit Victims

The UAE has dispatched its first relief plane to Brazil, loaded with 100 tonnes of food, medical, and relief aid for flood victims. Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashemy, UAE Minister of International Cooperation, highlighted that the UAE’s advanced monitoring systems track various natural disasters, e

Helicopter Carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Crashes In Mountains, Search Operation Underway

Iranian state media said bad weather was the cause of the crash and was complicating rescue efforts.

40 Things That Didn't Exist 40 Years Ago

The world really was a different place back then.

How Sharjah's old buildings tell a human story of the emirate's growth and character

Over the course of a century, Sharjah’s buildings have collected their own stories of the emirate’s history and development, according to author and arts patron Sultan Al Qassemi. Speaking at the Thessaloniki Book Fair on Saturday, where Sharjah is the guest of honour, Al Qassemi discussed the 2021 book Building Sharjah, a co-edited compendium of t...

Salon owners share the 7 red flags to look for when getting a pedicure

From jacuzzi tubs with jets to uncovered chairs, these are the signs it may be time to get a pedicure at a new salon, according to salon owners.

Strong winds expected over most regions (INM)

19/05/2024 11:42, TUNIS/Tunisia Tunis, May 19 (TAP) - Strong winds with a maximum speed ranging between 60 to 80 km/h are expected over most regions Sunday afternoon and evening, according to the National Institute of Meteorology (INM).Winds will temporarily get stronger to 90 km/h in gusts with sand whirlwinds in the south, consequently diminishing horizontal visibility to less than 1000 meters.

How to Get a Workout in While Traveling

Travel does not have to put a damper on your workout routine.