On the northern tip of the Wirral, where the eye is drawn across the Mersey, to Bootle, Crosby Beach, and further north towards Formby, there is a miniature golf course. Championship Adventure Golf in New Brighton has two options to choose between: one is 18 holes of crazy golf modelled on the world’s most famous
Month: August 2018
Yet another Salmonella outbreak for 2018. This time the culprit may be kosher chicken. (Photo: Shutterstock) This is not kosher. Well the food may be, but not the situation. There is yet another multi-state Salmonella outbreak. This time the culprit may be kosher chicken. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicated that at least 17
Combining medieval splendour with groundbreaking architecture, an abiding respect for tradition with a sunny Mediterranean disposition and temples to art with shrines to fashion, Barcelona has exploded in popularity in recent years. Luckily, the vastly improved hotels have made it easier to find a quality room than ever before, and with a little forward-planning it’s possible to
(CNN) — Anyone planning to travel to one of Denmark’s stand out beaches should throw away all thoughts of tropical birds or colorful umbrella drinks. Featuring sand dunes, tall grass, vast greyish-blue skies and sparkling water, the Scandinavian country’s beaches are as open and minimal as the Danish design they inspire. Because of the Nordic
If you’re trying to contribute the max to your retirement plan, know this: You can still have your Netflix or Hulu subscription and go on vacation.
Record heatwaves and droughts across Europe and Asia are rippling across global wheat markets. Wheat futures are hitting three year highs as production levels plummet in Russia, Ukraine and other European countries. These dynamics will likely mean more expensive bread and flour for many global consumers, especially in net-importing countries like Egypt. Closer to home,
The Scottish tourist board has launched a 36-page guide detailing more than 60 television locations around the country for visitors to explore. VisitScotland has released the brochure – called TV Set in Scotland – to mark the 130th anniversary of the birth of John Logie Baird. The inventor and engineer, who was born in Helensburgh in 1888, is widely agreed to be
(CNN) — The Gulf of Naples is rightly regarded as one of the world’s most beguiling destinations: the vast, boisterous city, curled around the base of the dozing volcano, Vesuvius, peppered with the deep green of lemon trees and cooled by the glistening Tyrrhenian Sea. It could be a metaphor for modern Italy. Heartbreakingly beautiful,
New Zealand is home to nine ‘Great Walks’: premier hiking tracks that pass through the country’s most spectacular scenery. The South Island in particular offers some the finest hiking in the world. We spent two weeks touring the island to get a taste of these pristine trails, several of which are featured in Lonely Planet’s
You’ll never see Joanne without a camera or two strapped around her neck as she travels around the world, together with her photographer husband Tony, to unearth new and exciting destinations to share with her readers. Her professional career includes a long tenure in communications with the San Diego Tourism Authority, where she gained expertise
Calls have been made to curb party boats in Mallorca due to their “excessive noise”. A Non-Parliamentary Proposal (NLP), with concrete measures to reduce the impact of the noisy “booze cruises”, was presented on 27 August by Més per Mallorca (MES), a political coalition formed by the Socialist Party of Mallorca, IniciativaVerds and Entesa per
(CNN) — Watching “Jaws” as a kid might have left you with a lifetime fear of swimming with sharks, but who knew swimming with dolphins could be dangerous? The pretty coastal village of Landévennec in Finistère, in France‘s northwestern Brittany region, has been terrorized by a sexually aroused dolphin getting too close to swimmers. The
Just You is the UK’s single traveller specialist, organising holidays for independent globe trotters to over 65 countries, without charging a single supplement. Just You designs its holidays to offer the perfect balance between an escorted tour and independent travel. There is the option to stick with the group or head off and explore on
Credit: Shutterstock Flippy, the robot hamburger flipper created by Miso Robotics, has a new job. Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles hired the robot to help cook food for hungry fans. It is in charge of handling the chicken and tater tots and has a contract that lasts until the end of the current season. Although
It’s 10am, and I’m lounging around in my PJs. This isn’t that surprising – but I’m on a retreat. I’ve not had to get up at dawn to salute the sun, force anything green down my throat, engage my abs, lift my pelvic floor, pretend to be a cobra, a cat, a dog or, thank the heavens,
How the hidden reef came to light Little is known about the natural resources of the deep ocean off the United States’ Southeast coast from Virginia to Georgia, so Deep Search 2018 was created to learn more by exploring the deep sea ecosystems. The project, consisting of scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
Although trading trousers for swim trunks sounds appealing, Americans are reluctant to give themselves a break from the daily grind. About 31 percent of American workers with paid time off don’t intend to use all of it, according to a recent Bankrate survey. Heavier workloads and a lack of money are two of the biggest
For years, I never considered using Airbnb. In the back of my mind were various assumptions and prejudices. It was for students; the places would be dirty; the hosts certifiable; just not, well… proper. For middle-aged people with jobs, like me, there were hotels. Airbnb was one of those youthful pursuits, like camping, that was
Weight Watchers member and board member Oprah Winfrey shares her personal experience and celebrates the success of Weight Watchers members at an intimate luncheon on Friday, March 23, 2018, in Santa Barbara, Calif. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for Weight Watchers/AP Images) Media mogul Oprah Winfrey has moved past grocery store soups and side dishes, now
The Dutch capital is a compact city, so if you want to get the most out of your stay try cruising the canals, riding a bicycle, and discovering the city on foot. Visit http://www.lonelyplanet.com/the-netherlands/amsterdam for more information about Amsterdam.
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