Philadelphia tops Lonely Planet’s list of 10 best US destinations 2016

Travel experts at Lonely Planet have declared 2016 the year of Philadelphia, as it marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic film “Rocky” this year. In their list of 10 best US destinations, the...

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Wealthy guests place premium on hotel gyms, says report

The middle-aged man pumping iron at the hotel gym at 6am is likely to be an affluent traveller, suggest the results of a new report which looks at how the top 1% travels. According to the...

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5 spectacular landscapes in Botswana, 2016’s must-visit country

Quietly tucked away in southern Africa, Botswana is a haven for animals and wildlife that's emerging as a top destination for visitors to discover. In fact, Lonely Planet picked Botswana as its...

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Julia Child’s summer home in France to open to guests this summer

Julia Child fans will soon be able to potter about in the cooking legend’s kitchen and sleep under the same roof she did when the chef’s vacation home in France opens to visitors this...

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Panama trending among world’s richest travellers

​Panama, which was named the top destination of 2016 by a major travel publication and the best place to retire in a poll by expats, saw the most growth in interest among the world's richest...

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Animal attractions to avoid if you want to travel responsibly

An animal rights group has released a list of the world’s cruelest animal tourist attractions that includes riding elephants and taking selfies with tigers. Following the death of a Scottish...

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How some of the world’s top Chinatowns will be ushering in Chinese New Year

On February 8, the lunar new year will ring in the Year of the Monkey, or more precisely, the Fire Monkey, a sign that's associated with ambition and adventure. Here's how some of the biggest...

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5 destinations to explore this spring

Spring is the season of renewal when milder climate sees flowers blooming and trees regrowing their foliage. Most places are also off-season for travelling which means less crowd and more time to...

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Top 10 most romantic hotels in Asia

If you have yet to make plans for the upcoming Valentine's Day, pamper yourself and your loved one and book a holiday at one of the top 10 most romantic hotels in Asia, according to the 2016...

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Exhibitions across Asia celebrate Year of the Monkey

The Year of the Monkey in the Chinese Lunar calendar begins on February 8, and in celebration, a host of museums and galleries across Asia have organised exhibitions that present everything from...

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Expats weigh in on best countries for love

Have a history of looking for love in all the wrong places? The results of a new report suggest moving to Latin America or Southeast Asia, which dominate a list of the most romantic destinations...

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Chinese airlines to blacklist unruly passengers

China's leading airlines joined forces on Monday to blacklist rowdy passengers who have become an increasing problem as the number of travellers grows. Air China, China Eastern, China Southern,...

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5 must-visit places in New Zealand

New Zealand has proven a popular destination for Malaysians be it making a Lord of the Rings pilgrimage to Hobbiton or getting an adrenaline rush from a variety of adventure sports. Data from...

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Travellers delight as falling oil prices mean cheaper air fares

Plummeting oil prices have led to falling plane ticket prices – and prospects for an even bigger bonanza of consumer-friendly fares in the coming months, airline industry experts say. With fuel...

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5 romantic locations to pop the question this Valentine’s Day

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, marriage proposals are often in the air at this time of year. Here's a look at five original spots to get down on one knee in an extra-special...

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European destinations to visit in June 2016

With summer in full swing, Europe is the perfect destination to visit in June. The Scandinavian countries are enjoying their outdoor parties, never-ending sunny days and fishing while Italy’s...

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Hong Kong bags most-visited city ranking for 6th year

Market research company Euromonitor International has released its latest Top 100 City Destinations ranking for international arrivals. Looking at data for 2014, Hong Kong ranks as the number...

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Lonely Planet releases free travel app for mobile devices

Lonely Planet has released mobile versions of its travel guides which have been bundled in a new app. Created in response to the shift away from books and the increasing dependence on mobile...

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Venice kicks off a parade of must-see global events for carnival season 2016

Falling February 9 in 2016, Shrove Tuesday – otherwise known as Mardi Gras – sees carnival fever grip nations on both sides of the Atlantic, much to the delight of locals and tourists. Here's a...

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7 underrated destinations to visit in 2016

This year, take the road less travelled and make plans to visit lesser known destinations that are no less impressive and beautiful. For an unforgettably unique and original holiday, here are...

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