Lauren Juliff is a British travel blogger, author, and digital nomad who founded the travel site Never Ending Footsteps. In 2011, she decided to quit her job and see the world. She has since spent more than a decade on the road, visiting over 100 countries and sharing her experiences in an honest way that most travel blogs don’t, including highlighting some of the unglamorous mishaps she has learned from along the way. Q. Most travel blogs nowadays seem pretty polished and highlight only the glossy side of travel. Never […]

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The American casino resort industry generated a record $15.8 billion in gross gaming revenue across Nevada alone in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth. But revenue figures only tell part of the story. The real transformation happening across the country is in what these properties offer beyond the gaming floor. Today’s best casino resorts are full-service destinations combining world-class hospitality, dining from Michelin-starred chefs, spa experiences, golf courses, and entertainment lineups that rival standalone concert venues. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a full vacation built around […]

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Ross Clarkson is a cinematographer and director, best known for action-packed hits like Undisputed II: Last Man Standing and Undisputed III: Redemption. With more than 30 years in the film industry, he has brought his lens to projects across the globe—shooting in Hong Kong, Thailand, throughout Europe and in Hollywood. Q. Most of your cinematography work is in action films. What is it about that genre that appeals to you? It’s exciting and a lot of pressure, it gets the adrenaline pumping. I started working at a TV station in […]

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The Hunter Valley is a bit of a legend in Australia. As our oldest wine region, it carries a certain weight. But for a first-time visitor, it can be… overwhelming. On my first trip years ago, I made the classic mistake: I bounced between the three giant, famous wineries you see on every billboard, tasted the same two styles of wine, and left feeling like I’d missed something. I had. The real soul of the Hunter isn’t on the main road. It’s tucked down dusty driveways, in small tin sheds, […]

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I have spent nearly 6 months in Australia over the past 20 years of traveling in this part of that world. I keep returning because of its geographic landscape, history, food, wine scene, and incredible diversity of experiences. And the fact that it never feels over crowded. But the one destination that has eluded me so far has been Tasmania. Recently I began thinking about exploring this island and began doing some research in preparation for a possible visit. First, I’ll start with the basics: Tasmania is not a country, […]

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Charles A. Ray is a retired U.S. diplomat and former ambassador to Cambodia and Zimbabwe. Before joining the Foreign Service, he served 20 years in the U.S. Army. Over his diplomatic career, he held key positions including Deputy Consul General in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Deputy Chief of Mission in Sierra Leone, Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for POW/Missing Personnel Affairs. He is a prolific author of more than 400 fiction and non-fiction books, with genres spanning leadership, history, diplomacy etc., and […]

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Queensland is actively writing the playbook for 2026 travel, seamless accessibility, purposeful luxury, conservation participation, authentic cultural exchange, and innovation in wellness. The region becomes North America’s most accessible Australian destination in 2025-2026, featuring direct flights to Brisbane (from LAX/SFO/DFW/YVR). This means a fast track to new luxury properties, wellness-first experiences, excursions focused on conservation and Indigenous culture, and hands-on marine research experiences that transform tourists to the Great Barrier Reef into citizen scientists. Direct Flight Revolution: 75% Faster North America-Queensland Access North Americans can reach Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef, […]

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Singapore reclaims its crown as the most powerful passport in the world with visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations worldwide, leaving Japan as runner-up with a score of 193, according to the 2025 Henley Passport Index, which ranks all the world’s 199 passports according to the number of destinations they can access without a prior visa, and is based on exclusive official data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Several EU member states — France, Germany, Italy, and Spain — drop two places to 3rd position, and […]

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Located mere minutes from downtown San Diego this 1200 acre park is a mix of museums, gardens, theatres, appealing architecture and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The oldest museum in the park is the San Diego Natural History Museum founded in 1874. And the park is home to the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ. Arguably the center of the park is along ‘museum corridor’ a walk way passing by the most prominent of the museums and one of the most picturesque scenes in all of the park, the Lily Pond […]

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Anyone who has ever had the privilege of visiting or living in Australia will tell you that this vast country has plenty to offer lovers of all things nature. Its sheer size hosts a variety of different ecosystems, biomes, and natural wonders that need to be seen to be believed. Australia is home to the largest artesian system in the world, with nearly 600 artesian spring complexes found throughout the country, divided into 12 major groups ranging in size and temperature. There has never been a better time than now […]

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Australia is one of the most beautiful countries to explore. With vast open land, mountains, and bush, it is also home to countless incredible hiking trails. Here are a few of the best ones you need to experience. Overland Track & Cradle Mountain Mountain The Overland track is widely regarded as one of, if not the best, in Australia. Spanning over 60km, this moderate path is ideal for newbies and experienced hikers, and you can walk for up to 7 hours in a day. While the “vape ban Australia” news […]

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Let’s be honest, unless you are in business class, long haul flights are not much fun. However, what if I told you that there is a way to make them enjoyable, and perhaps like us, one of the highlights of your trip? After spending three months backpacking around Australia, our inevitable return was imminent. A 27-hour flight awaited us, like the final boss in a video game. However, as always, we managed to do it in a way that was more than enjoyable. So, instead of getting on a plane […]

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LAWRENCE, KS – The quirky and eccentric town of Lawrence, Kansas, is gearing up for the 16th Annual Lawrence Busker Festival presented by Free State Beer, scheduled to take place from May 24 to May 26, 2024. This extraordinary event promises a weekend filled with oddities, wonders, and the finest street performances that will leave you marveling at the talent on display. Circus on the Streets: Where Quirky Meets Magic Prepare to be enchanted and amazed as Downtown Lawrence transforms into a playground for the peculiar during the Lawrence Busker […]

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From magnificent sandstone buildings to extravagant marble interiors, there is always something charming and beautiful about historical architecture with a rich history behind it. In Australia, multiple heritage-listed buildings have been refurbished and transformed into hotels, giving travellers a chance to experience the old-world charm of these gorgeous buildings. In this guide, we have handpicked the 8 best heritage hotels in Australia that are nothing but captivating. Capella Sydney is one of the best-designed heritage hotels in Sydney. The 5-star luxury hotel is built inside a heritage-listed sandstone building, previously […]

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Road Scholar Contest Winners Will Find “Golden Ticket” in 2025 Catalog Boston, Mass. (January 5, 2024) — Road Scholar, the nonprofit world leader in educational travel for older adults, is having an early kick-off of their 50th anniversary celebration with a contest called the “Great Global Giveaway.” Seven lucky winners will win one of seven educational adventures to seven continents, complete with airfare for two people. These seven trips, like all the programs Road Scholar offers, will have an emphasis on learning about the destination the winners are visiting through […]

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