AFP reports that the city has received complaints that short-term holiday rentals like Airbnb’s have increased property speculation, pricing hotels out of the market. The new registration allows Paris to make sure that apartments and other housing spaces aren’t rented out for more than the […]
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Apple Watch GymKit syncing arrives in exactly one US gym
Rarity aside, CNET notes that it works as promised. Bring your Apple Watch close to the machine and it’ll ask you to confirm your activity, and syncs activity after that. All the data your watch would normally collect shows up on the exercise equipment’s display, […]
Babierge might just be the answer to your baby gear travel nightmares
Traveling with a baby for the holidays? First you’ve got your own gear to worry about, then a stroller, something for the baby to sleep in, a baby carrier, toys, snacks, a diaper bag, possibly a car seat and whatever else the plane might allow […]
NH Avenida Jerez
NH is one of Spain's largest hotel chains and this one is modern, concrete and purpose built. The lobby is smart and contemporary with a chocolate brown accent wall behind the reception desk, and airy, whitewashed walls in the corridors. The small lounge by the […]
Behind the magic: an inside look at Skywalker Sound
This behind-the-scenes look at Skywalker Sound is part of our official Star Wars Week coverage. Join us as we tour the famous sound studio that brought hundreds of your favorite film, TV and video game scores to life! Skywalker Sound. Maybe you haven’t heard the […]
Tourists in Portugal really need to stop asking whether it’s a part of Spain
I always ask at the start of my tours, “when did Portugal become a country?” I hear the 20th century sometimes, which is funny, I mean, just look around, it would not be possible. Lots of people still think we're still a part of Spain. […]
Trump to sign directive ordering NASA to return to the Moon
Vice President Pence shed some light on the motivations in October. The symbolism of returning to the Moon is a factor, of course, but Pence also saw it as a way to “build the foundation” for trips to Mars “and beyond.” Both the presidential transition […]
Bitcoin Futures Surge In First Day Of Trading
Bitcoin Futures Surge In First Day Of Trading Published on December 11, 2017 at 05:41PM On their first day of trading, bitcoin futures surged past $18,000, adding to a streak for the digital currency that began the year at just $1,000 and has nearly tripled […]
6 of the Best Beaches in Italy
In Italy, beaches come with historic towns, tasty seafood, and fascinating backstories. While many locals flock to the sea in July and August, the preceding months of spring and early summer can still allow for some quiet exploring, swimming, and sunbathing. There are stunning beaches […]
Financial Times Names Croatia as One of Best Destinations for Tourism Investments
The first edition of the Financial Times Global Tourism Locations of the Future 2017/2018 report has ranked Croatia at the seventh top destination in the world with the highest potential for investments in tourism, reports tportal.hr on December 11, 2017. Among 43 global tourist destinations, […]