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Channel Islands: Top 5 Spots To Visit In This British-French Mix Group of Islands According to TripAdvisor
The Channel Islands is an interesting group of islands that melds British and French influences. Composed of five islands: Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm, and Sark; this travel destination will offer you a banquet of sceneries, stunning spots, and people with varied lifestyles. So if you are looking for your first travel destination this 2014, TripAdvisor has given you 5 good reasons why the Channel Islands is the place to be.
Winter Storm Leads Southwest Airlines to Cancel Flights At Midway; Passengers Left Stranded on the Tarmac for Hours
Southwest Airlines cancelled several flights due to the heavy winter storm. Over 130 flights have been cancelled at Midway International Airport including all flights through noon, CBS Local reported Friday.
Learjet 85 Maiden Flight Delayed by Bombardier
Learjet 85's maiden flight has been delayed by Bombardier. Learjet 85's maiden flight has been delayed by Bombardier. What was supposed to be the maiden flight of Learjet 85 at the end of 2013 has now been delayed by Bombardier.
How to Keep Yourself Sane from Airport Delays
To say that airport delays are a pain is an understatement. For so many reasons, travelers miss a lot of important occasions because of it. While everything may have already taken a turn for the worse, Travelers Today has a few survival tips to keep travelers sane throughout an airport delay.
First Time Travelers: What NOT to Do In a New City
Traveling in a foreign country for the first time is an exhilarating experience. While many can easily get lost in the beauty of the Berlin Wall, the Pantheon or the public markets of Denmark and Norway, its important to be aware of what one should NOT do while in a new city.
24 Amazing (and Affordable) Hours in Madrid
Madrid is brimming with diverse culture, unique bars, art in a wide variety of forms and of course, scrumptious food that has set the city apart as one of the best to visit while in Spain.
4 Cheap Countries in Europe You Need to Visit Now
It’s 2014 and what better way to start the first half of the year than traveling. Europe is one of the world’s top destinations, boasting of extremely diverse and unforgettable experiences that make for a truly privileged vacation.
21-Year Old Steals Brains & Human Tissues of Dead Mental Patients; What did he do with It? [VIDEO & REPORT]
21-year old Indianapolis man named David Charles has been charged with stealing 60 jars of brain samples and human tissues of dead mental patients from a museum.
You Won’t Believe how this 64-Year Old Woman Beat Her Aggressive Breast Cancer
Janet Walken Murray was diagnosed with an aggressive carcinoma breast cancer 13 years ago. Now, she is healthier more than ever. Janet’s doctor was very much surprised because she beat out her death sentence of having only 6 months to live.
Spirit Airlines Raises Baggage Fees By At Least $1
Spirit Airlines is raising its baggage fees from now on and there's no denying that you will be paying more for your bags the next time you fly in this airline this 2014.
Hilton to Rebrand Historic Concorde Opéra Hotel in 2014
Hilton Worldwide has reached an agreement that will allow its rebranding of the historic Concorde Opéra hotel under its tutelage to its Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand this 2014.
5 Unusual (and Lightweight) Things to Bring for your Next Trip
Packing is possibly the most important part of traveling, next to the trip itself. Apart from putting only the essentials for a carefree exploration, there are other, non-top-of-mind things travelers might want to consider bringing on their next trip.
3 Tips for A Successful Solo Travel
Traveling solo doesn’t always appeal to majority of globetrotters. While touring in groups or as couples does have its perks, going alone doesn’t mean lonely. There are numerous advantages and life learning one can experience by venturing into the unknown solo.
New Year’s Resolutions: 5 Trips You Need to Make in 2014
It’s 2014 and New Year’s resolutions are pouring in. For travelers, crossing out more destinations is a must and experiencing new things while at it. This year, just about any place in the world’s offering something tourists shouldn’t pass up on.
3 Strange Festivals in Spain where People Throw Stuff
Spain is one of the most vibrant and colorful countries one can ever be in. Apart from the friendly locals, cultural tours and unbelievable sights to see, festivals are one of the major reasons travelers need to visit Spain at least more than once in their life.
“JFK Customs Destroyed 11 of My Instruments” Says Canadian Artist; Why did the Authorities Smashed Them into Pieces?
Boujemma Razgui, a flute virtuoso was flying back to his home base, New York City when Customs agents smashed nearly a dozen of his instruments.
NOT A HOAX! Snapchat Hack Affects Over 4.6 Million Users; Which Data were Stolen?
Snapchat may not find the New Year too welcoming after finding out that over 4.6 million accounts were hacked, affecting usernames and phone numbers.
Ever Dreamt of Sleeping Over in a London Museum?
Museums are a must on any traveler’s itinerary. London has some of the most amazing museums both adults and kids can surely enjoy. Plus, a lot of them allow sleepovers, which makes any family-friendly trips a whole lot better.
Paris on a Budget: 5 Money-Saving Tips that Go a Long Way
Paris is one of the most expensive cities to be in. Whether living or visiting, it’s a place that can pose a lot of challenges for backpackers and budget travelers but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to stretch one’s budget.
3 Fascinating Things We Can All Learn from the French
The people of France are some of the most interesting and colorful human beings one can ever come across with. Whether living or vacationing in France, there are certain fascinating things one can discover among French people that can be of inspiration. Here are some of them.
The Morning After: 4 of Europe’s Most Unusual Hangover Cures
It’s the Holiday season and there are countless parties to go to almost every day. The only downside is one could be faced with such a massive hangover, even moving a muscle seems like a lot of work.
Target Admits to Yet ANOTHER Glitch. What are they Sorry for Now?
Just a couple of weeks after revealing that their system was hacked and over 40 million debit and credit accounts were affected, Target is admitting to yet another glitch.
Chinese Farmer Saws Off His Own Leg. What Drove the Man to Such Extreme?
Zheng Yanliang is a farmer in the Hebei province, Northern China. Last April 2012, he decided to amputate his own leg.
Top 3 Backpacking Destinations to Escape to in 2014
Nothing’s better than welcoming 2014 in a foreign place. A traveler is welcomed with incomparable diversity, fresh faces and possible even a new beginning to start the New Year right.
4 Life-Changing Books to Read When Traveling
Next to a camera, travel documents and a theft-proof bag, Travelers Today highly believe books are an essential travel buddy. Whether on a bullet train headed to France or a road trip all over Spain, books can bring anyone’s traveling experience to a more exhilarating level.
Top 5 Good Luck Foods for the New Year from Around the World
Everyone loves a good food binge and New Year’s Eve is no exception. Around the world, people gather together to prepare scrumptious feasts not only to enjoy them but also to make sure they welcome the year right.
There’s a Place Called Batman and No— We’re Not Kidding!
Back in 2008, a mayor sued the Dark Knight mastermind Christopher Nolan not because the movie was anything short of amazing but because the mayor wanted Nolan to know that the name Batman was rightfully theirs.
Top 5 Biggest Traveling Mistakes You Should 100% Avoid
At times, travelers are overcome with the thrill and excitement of going to a foreign place for the first time. Places like Italy, Berlin, Rome and London are where one can easily get lost in the diverse beauty, culture and history. These in turn can lead to fatal mistakes tourists wished they could’ve avoided early on.
Top 3 Unusual New Year’s Eve Traditions Across Europe
Every country in the world has its own way of welcoming New Year’s Eve. In Europe lies some of the most interesting places to spend NYE, with locals practicing traditions to properly welcome the New Year and perhaps, find early on if lady luck is on their side.
Michael Schumacher Critical and in Coma; What Happened to the F1 Champion?
7-time Formula 1 champion driver Michael Schumacher sustained a serious head injury and is now being treated at a French Hospital after a freak accident in the French Alps.
