Articles by MJ De Castro
Orlando International Airport Will Be The First To Require Facial Scanning For All Travelers
Orlando International Airport is set to have a facial recognition system in place by the end of 2018. This makes the airport the first one in the country to require a face scan upon entry and exit on international flights.
Norwegian Air Comes To Canadian Market With Three New Flight Routes
Norwegian Air, one of the biggest low-cost airlines, is set to add 3 new routes to Canada. With cheap nonstop flights between Montreal and two of the top Caribbean destinations, plus Dublin and Hamilton, people will surely go crazy.
TSA Tightens Rules For Those Carrying Powders In Flights
In an effort to raise the global aviation security baseline, TSA is set to implement stricter rules on powder-based items. Under the new guideline, travelers will only be allowed to carry powder which can fit into an average can.
These Three Shiba Inu Dogs Are Now The Latest Tourist Craze In Japan
Dog lovers visiting Japan should get ready for an adorable sight. In a residential street in Shimabara, three dogs have been skyrocketed to celebrity status after photos of them sticking their heads out in a small opening trended online.
Heads Up, Vacationers: Amazon Alexa Is Now Your Butler At Marriott Hotels
Get ready to have a personal electronic butler when checking in Marriott hotels. Amazon has partnered up with Marriott International to feature its ‘Alexa for Hospitality’ voice technology starting this summer.
Hawaiian Airlines And Japan Airlines Are Joining Forces To Make Traveling Easier
Three months after their announcement, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines have submitted an application for antitrust immunity to push for a joint venture. If approved, the partnership is set to launch on the second quarter of next year.
Archeologists Discover 2,000-Year-Old City In Albania Once Thought To Be Just A Pile Of Rocks
Polish archeologists unearthed important artifacts from what is believed to be the forgotten kingdom of Illyria in Albania. What was thought as just a rocky hill was home to ancient structures that date as far back as 4th century.
Restaurant In China Goes Bankrupt 2 Weeks After All-You-Can-Eat Promo
A hotpot restaurant in China closed after offering a month-long all-you-can-eat buffet for a ridiculously low amount. The restaurant was flocked by over 500 customers every day with lines that go around the street corner.
Don’t Take ‘Volcano Selfies’ In Hawaii Unless You Want To Get Arrested
Authorities in Hawaii have taken measures over a large number of people risking their lives to take selfies at Kīlauea’s flowing lava river. The police already set up guards and roadblocks on the area.
Death Cafe In Bangkok: Lie Down Inside A Coffin And Get Discounts
People fascinated about death should not miss to visit the Death Awareness Café in Thailand. The themed café has unique items in their menu including drinks named as 'painful' and 'death' which will surely make its customers think about mortality.
New York City Subways, Buses To Replace MetroCard With Contactless Payments In 2019
Prepare to throw out your MetroCard soon, as MTA announces a 21st-century system that is at par with other world-class cities. The new fare scheme will enable commuters to pay through their bank card and mobile wallet.
Artist Creates Colorful ‘Forest’ In Mexico Using Recycled Plastic
While sending an important message on saving the environment, Danish Artist Thomas Dambo honors garbage collectors in his ‘Future Forest.’ In this imaginative sight, people will be welcomed by colorful trees, flowers, and animals made from plastic waste.
Cleveland Hidden Gems: Visit The City’s Lesser-Known Spots
From great food hubs, breathtaking views, and wonderful museums and galleries, Cleveland has it all. Check out these underrated spots in the former manufacturing capital of the country that are guaranteed to make you come back for more.
The Honesty Coffee Shop In The Philippines Is No Place For Crooks
Tourists traveling to Batanes, Philippines can see more than its picturesque landscape. They can also test their moral compass in its Honesty Café, where there is no staff and CCTV, and brings life to ‘honesty is the best policy.’
Film Buffs Will Have Their Own ‘Academy Museum’ In Los Angeles Next Year
Film buffs all over the world are excited for the opening of the Academy Museum of Motion Picture. The grand museum set to open next year will house some of the best film memorabilia, which include shark from 'Jaws,' the ruby slippers from 'Wizard of Oz,' and many more.
The First Underwater Museum In The US Opens In Florida This July
Travelers visiting Florida will be treated to yet another great sight. The Art in Public Spaces Program of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County is set to open America’s first ever Underwater Museum Art, which will be the home to seven larger than life structures.
Mariposa Grove In Yosemite Finally Reopens To Public After Massive Restoration Efforts
With over a million visitors each year, Yosemite National Park has opened its Mariposa Grove where people can find towering sequoias. For the first time in three years, people can see the redwood trees and educate themselves about the ecology in the area.
This National Park Is Believed To Be The Quietest Place In The US
An initiative to protect a small piece of land in Olympic National Park called the 'One Square Inch of Silence' aims to preserve and protect quiet places from noise pollution. This silent sanctuary is threatened by activities in nearby airbases.
Feeling A Little Adventurous? Here Are The World’s Best Nude Beaches You Can Visit
Any beachgoer’s bold spirit will surely be awakened while getting a great tan on some of the most popular nudist beaches in the world. With nothing on, people's natural carefree spirit will only worry about getting sand in places it's not meant to be in.
This Abandoned Fishing Village In China Is An Eerie Example Of A World Without Humans
Apart from the waves crashing down its sea, the chirping birds, and mosquitoes that now swarm the island, Houtouwan, which means 'Black Bay,' sits silently amidst the mist. It looks like a place that has stood still for a long time.
Head To These US States If You Want To See Fireflies Light Up All At Once
Fireflies are undeniably one of the world’s most magical creatures. Those who are in the mood to be enchanted by thousands of bugs lighting up all at once, they need to visit these states.
You Can Buy This Ghost Town In California For $925,000
Want to make your Westworld dreams come to life? Check out this ghost town for sale under $1 million. The eerie town which used to be a thriving mining area even has its own hotel, bunkhouse, and church.
Bill Murray Is Opening A Food Truck Park In South Carolina
The Container Bar is Bill Murray's newest food truck hub business in Charleston, South Carolina. Murray, along with his partners Brad Creger and Mike Veeck, conceptualized the said venture three years ago and is set to launch August this year.
Heading To New Zealand? Prepare To Pay A Tourist Tax If You’re Not From Australia
Tourists traveling to the New Zealand next year will have to spend a little more money to enter the country. The raised funds will help the thinly populated areas in the country who cannot afford to put up infrastructures despite its visitors.
This Music Festival Takes Place In Chernobyl — Yup, Near The Site Where It All Happened
When you think about grand music festivals, Chernobyl might be the last place on your mind. The nuclear blast site is now home to Chernobyling, a music festival which will bring over 15 artists to the area for three days of fun.
Bottom’s Up: The Best Speakeasies In New York City
Prepare to be fascinated by these secluded bars that you might have never heard of. Find your favorite craft beer being served at the back alley of the hot dog shop you always pass by.
Check Out This 1920s Mansion In Peru That’s Now A Luxurious Little Boutique Hotel
Australian travel company Chimu Adventures has refurbished an 1916 Peruvian mansion in to one of the finest Boutique hotels in Peru. Casa Republica has made people feel as if they time traveled back to the 1920s.
This Boston Steakhouse Has The World’s First ‘Instagram Table’: What Is It For?
Steakhouse in Boston offers social media fanatics an ‘Instagram Table’ to help them take the perfect photo. The $10,000 table is equipped with arm lights, adjustable color temperature, light intensity, and can even be controlled by a mobile app.
For The First Time Ever, Someone Is Swimming Across The Pacific Ocean: Will He Make It?
After completing his first swim across the Atlantic in 1998, Ben Lecomte is now attempting to be the first man to swim across the Pacific. The French swimmer aims to raise awareness on plastic pollution.
Rentable Nap Pods With Wi-Fi And Netflix Are Coming Soon To Airports In Europe
Bid goodbye to uncomfortable naps in the airport. Airpods will be unveiled in Europe’s airports later this year equipped with a plush chair that converts into a bed, fast Wi-Fi, and Netflix.
