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Fari Islands Festival 2026 brings together creativity, culture, wellness and conservation

The Maldives’ Fari Islands archipelago came alive from 13–15 August as the second edition of the Fari Islands Festival unfolded across Patina Maldives and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives. Guided by its ‘One Festival, Every Sense’ philosophy, the festival welcomed an international community of artists, cultural voices, chefs, musicians, wellness practitioners and conservationists, including headline contributor Rosamund […]

Europe Distilled: From Bottled Moonshine to Sunshine by Rick Steves

By Rick Steves Sampling Europe’s regional spirits and liqueurs can be a cultural experience — and connect you to the locals. (photo: Dominic Bonuccelli) Finishing dinner at Rome’s Ristorante da Fortunato, my friend Stefano explains that his greatest joy is an after-dinner drink called grappa. I try my best to enjoy the local firewater and […]

Travel leaders gather in the Maldives for World Travel Awards

The Maldives is preparing to welcome travel and tourism leaders from across the region for the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026, powered by Bank of Maldives. The ceremony will take place at CROSSROADS Maldives on Sunday, 27 September 2026, coinciding with World Tourism Day. The evening will bring together […]

Tranquil Tomar: A Break from Portugal’s Tourist Tumult by Rick Steves

By Rick Steves The church inside Tomar’s Convento de Cristo, designed at the height of Portugal’s sea power, is covered with elaborate motifs. (photo: Rick Steves) With a rich culture, friendly people, affordable prices, and a salty setting on the edge of Europe, Portugal understandably makes a rewarding destination for travelers. Bustling Lisbon and the […]

Jamaica launches World Travel Week as global tourism spotlight turns to Negril

Jamaica has used World Tourism Day to officially launch World Travel Week Jamaica⁠ 2026, an ambitious new gathering designed to bring some of the biggest international platforms in travel, tourism and hospitality together in Negril. Source link

Europe’s Crazy Rich Royals and Their Lavish Retreats by Rick Steves

By Rick Steves With their Greco-Roman themes and incomparable beauty, the gardens at Versailles were built to illustrate the immense power of the king. (photo: Rick Steves) The royal families of the past — like those of the present — were fond of their countryside getaways. These lavish retreats provided an escape from the city […]

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