Switzerland cities named most expensive in the world in global index

The index used more than 9.1 million prices provided by almost 809,000 people from 11,761 cities to calculate the average cost for restaurant meals, groceries, childcare, transport, clothes, rent and utilities. A final list of 218 cities is included on the index, with Geneva ranked the most expensive, with a score of 101.7, followed by […]

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Olympics travel: The best and worst host cities, ranked

The 2024 Paris Olympics celebrate the world’s finest athletes, as the world comes together in the name of sport. Moments like Cole Hocker’s daring victory in the men’s 1,500-meter run or Simone Biles’ gymnastics mastery show us what humans are capable of. Citizens cheer on their country’s athletes in the name of national pride, and […]

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First-class trip on Singapore Airlines sparks debate online over luxury: ‘I wouldn’t know what to do’

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email A man’s first-class trip aboard a Singapore Airlines flight has sparked debate online, prompting conversations about luxury travel. On June 6, TikTok user Pitor, known for his detailed travel vlogs and vacation highlight reels, posted a […]

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At Home in the World: Reflections of a Travel Addict

Join the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries on Thursday, August 15, at 6:30 p.m. to hear local author and intrepid traveler Matt Davis as he discusses how his love of travel first developed, shares some of his favorite stories and photos, and offers useful tips for anyone thinking about traveling abroad.  Colliding with a kangaroo […]

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Review: Slovenia With Wilderness Travel

While neighboring Croatia and Italy have long been popular European hot spots for American travelers, Slovenia remains an under-the-radar destination with lower prices and smaller crowds, yet equally fabulous food and scenery.  For a thorough introduction to this hidden gem, I recently joined the 12-day Hiking in Slovenia tour from outdoors-focused tour operator Wilderness Travel. […]

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17 Best Summer Destinations in Europe (2024)

Looking for where to go for your summer in Europe? This guide covers the best summer destinations in Europe, as well as beaches, culture, and adventure. Top spots like Dubrovnik, the Algarve, and the Greek Islands. Europe has a mix of popular summer hotspots and hidden gems for all kinds of travelers, from beach lovers […]

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This Caribbean Island Is One of the Best Places to Retire

Beachgoers and foodies flock to St. Kitts and Nevis for its natural and cultural treasures, such as its lush mountains, beautiful volcanic landscapes, and coastline washed by the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. The dual-island nation, the smallest in the Western Hemisphere both by size and population, is also favored as one of the most […]

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LEGO Fortnite finds a not-so-fast solve for fast travel bug

LEGO Fortnite’s Battle Buses are now seemingly back to their regular schedule, thanks to a not-so-fast-fix fix from Epic Games. After the major feature from the latest LEGO Fortnite update came to a screeching halt, Epic Games has now patched a bug that meant that the fast travel Battle Buses never showed up at Bus […]

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How Technology is Redefining the Tourist Experience

Thursday, August 8, 2024 Reading Time: 3 minutes Dedicated to a truly sustainable and responsible travel & tourism industry, “Good Tourism” Blog offers diverse perspectives on sustainable tourism and responsible travel, because travel & tourism is everyone’s business. Emerging Technologies in Travel & Tourism Emerging technologies are revolutionizing the travel and tourism industry. From AI […]

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