Thailand has no time for e-cigs and no mercy for tourists who break the country’s vape ban. Two English holidaymakers were vaping on a bucolic beach in the popular destination when authorities approached to tell them their habit was not just bad for their health and ‘uncool ‘by teenage standards, but illegal. “‘It was a … Read more
If seeing the world is in your budget, here’s where to do it in 2026. Research from global travel app Skyscanner has revealed this year’s top 10 cheapest cities for traveling Americans, including some of the world’s most sought-after luxury vacation destinations. According to the findings, even though 44% of Americans are planning to travel … Read more
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into US waters. A recent survey by tide forecasting site Tideschart found that the Home Of The Brave leads the world when it comes to shark attacks, boasting nearly twice as many as runner-up Australia — and over four times as many as third-place holder … Read more
They’ve got nos in different area codes. Fodor’s has released its 2026 “No List,” highlighting destinations where tourism is “placing unsustainable pressures on the land and local communities.” The travel company stressed that the No List is not a call for a boycott, but rather a gentle reminder to give specific hotspots a break from … Read more
They’re everyone’s favorite haunts. This Halloween, scream-seeking globe-trotters are traveling the world in search of the scariest hotspots. To expedite their pilgrimages, online casino Spinblitz surveyed travel sites to narrow down the most bone-chilling meccas worldwide, finding that Salem, Massachusetts, came in at number one when it came to haunted hubs. There’s never been a … Read more
Forget the golden foliage of the Catskills or the cozy cottages of the Adirondacks, the trendiest fall getaway near New York City is…New Haven, Connecticut? According to Skyscanner’s annual Travel Trends report, the New England town is one of the places with the biggest increase in searches over the past 12 months — and the … Read more
Talk about an expensive holiday getaway. The holiday travel season is right around the corner, and the top two destinations people are flocking to for Thanksgiving might surprise you. HotelPlanner, a travel tech company and hotel booking platform, looked at hotel bookings in 2024 and 2025 for Thanksgiving weekend in the five major US cities: Las Vegas, … Read more
Carbone is not alone. Fans of the West Village hotspot were shocked to discover that the buzzy, celeb-fave eatery was branded an eyebrow-raising B rating after being dinged by the NYC Health Department in July. Worse, instead of properly displaying its bold, green letter-grade sign for all to see, the upmarket Thompson Street spot kept … Read more
The probe-ability is high in these areas. With more than two dozen unexplained UFO sightings over the last year, some fear we are on the verge of some not-so-friendly close encounters. In honor of National Alien Abduction Day (yes, that’s a thing) on March 20, online gambling guide casino.ca has named the US States with … Read more
She’s showing the Big Apple her big apples. Flashing her breasts on the subway, atop the Brooklyn Bridge and in the heart of Times Square isn’t just a naughty hobby for Eila Adams — it’s an act of advocacy. “If men can walk around shirtless without fear of reprisal, so too should women,” argued the … Read more
Is NYC in the nation’s top brunch bunch? A new ranking highlighted the best restaurants across the U.S. that patrons love to spend an early day at. Casino site JackpotCity analyzed the popularity of 124 brunch hotspots based on the number of tags and hashtags they were associated with on Instagram, according to TimeOut. Did … Read more
Sushi hotspots are popping up in unusual places in the Big Apple, with tasting rooms tucked away in train stations, hotel suites and public spaces – and one even featuring a menu curated by actress Blake Lively. This month, Emil Stefkov’s The Group Hospitality opened Omakase Room by Shin, nestled in the 6½ Avenue passageway, at 145 W. … Read more
She’s right on the money. Looking for love in NYC can be harder to score than a rent-controlled apartment in a Midtown high-rise. But hunting down a hunk worth a chunk of change just got a little easier thanks to this woman’s “where-to” roundup. “Where to meet billionaires out in New York,” Eva, a twenty-something TikTokker, … Read more
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – So far, New York State has recorded 600 flu cases less than two weeks since the official start of the season. News10NBC talked to one local doctor who warns not to wait to get vaccinated. Doctors say after getting the flu shot it takes about a week for it to kick in. … Read more