Inside Brazzaville’s new luxury landmark on the Congo River

Set along the banks of the Congo River, the newly opened Kempinski Hotel Brazzaville is fast positioning itself as a defining address in Central Africa’s capital. Image: Supplied Opened in December...

Travel with taste: 3 weekend escapes built around cooking classes

Public holidays and long weekends often come with the same question: where to go that feels different from the usual escape, writes Miriam Kimvangu. Image used for illustrative purposes/Maarten van...

Cape Town’s Metrorail overhaul gains national backing

For years, Cape Town commuters have had a complicated relationship with trains, a mix of nostalgia, frustration, and cautious hope that things could one day improve. Fani Mahuntsi/Gallo Images Now,...

A Two-Night Victoria Falls Escape: Edwardian Grandeur, Gorge Views, and Zambezi Sunset Cruises

Smoke That Thunders If you are in Africa doing the safari lodge hop, consider a two-night stay at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. We arrived here from South Africa after spending eight days at two game...

Weakened Gut-Brain Connection May Contribute to Memory Loss

Changes to gut bacteria in aging mice hindered communication between the gut and the brain and led to worse performance on memory tasks.

Scotland’s Cairndale Spa Named Among the UK’s Best

Less than two years after opening its luxury destination The Cairndale in Dumfries has been named one of the top hotel spas in the UK. It becomes the AA’s fourth accredited ‘UK Best Spa’ in Scotlan...

A 24-Hour Escape to Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Just a short ferry ride from Auckland, Waiheke Island feels like stepping into an entirely different world—one where time slows, the air carries the scent of the sea, and every view seems designed ...

Demo Mode in Online Casinos: Why and How to Use It in Online Pokies AUS

Demo mode is a risk-free training option for gamblers at online casinos. This feature allows you to access the full library of a casino’s games using virtual credits instead of real currency. Demo ...

Cheetah rewilding

India used to be home to a native species of cheetah, the Acinonyx jubatus, up until their extinction in 1947. Nearly 80 years later, an experimental conservation project seeks to reintroduce Afric...

Inside the Listening Room’s Sonance Sessions and the rise of deep listening culture

SPCA rescues 16 animals from appalling neglect in Philippi

Disclaimer: This story and accompanying video contain distressing scenes of animal cruelty. Viewer discretion is advised. Cape of Good Hope SPCA/Facebook The Cape of Good Hope SPCA has rescued 16 a...

The Venetian Fortresses of Italy: Star-Shaped Cities, Hidden Tunnels and a Perfect Utopian Town

The Venetians left behind more than just a fascinating city built on pillars. To protect its mainland from the advent of the cannon, the Republic stopped building upward and began building outward,...

Croatia’s Under-the-Radar Luxury Escapes for 2026

As Croatia continues to capture the attention of American travelers, 2026 marks a shift toward a more refined, experience-driven way of exploring the destination. With expanded transatlantic access...

Spring Awakens at Hilton Lake Como with New Seasonal Menus at Terrazza 241

Hilton Lake Como, the modern lifestyle lakeside hotel, welcomes the arrival of spring with a vibrant collection of new culinary and wellness experiences designed to celebrate the season in style. F...

Two Resorts, One Stay: Viva Resorts by Wyndham Enhances Flexibility and Value in Riviera Maya

Viva Resorts by Wyndham is redefining the all-inclusive experience in Mexico’s Riviera Maya with a compelling dual-resort offering at Viva Azteca by Wyndham and Viva Maya by Wyndham. Located within...