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For an industry in which everything seems to be getting smaller, at least one thing is bucking the trend: the overhead bin. The AP reports that major U.S. airlines are making overhead bins larger in order to accommodate bulkier luggage and an influx of carry-on bags.

United, American, US, and Delta are all jumping on the bigger-bin bandwagon. Some carriers are outfitting bins with tougher latches; others are replacing overhead-bin doors with ones that curve out, allowing for more space for passen

Bay to Breakers is the Mardi Gras of the West Coast.
Kegs of beer in shopping carts being pushed for seven miles.
Tiki bars on wheels.
Themed “floats” such as pirate ships, prisoners, outdoor BBQs and beer pong tables.
Bands playing on street corners.
Continuous block parties.
And all part of an organized event.

Some 75,000 people walk, run, party, dance, party, walk, party…

This is Bay to Breakers, an annual festival of 75,000 people of free expression, limited inhibitions and limitless alcohol

In many countries, especially those in Asia, breakfast is mainly soup.  While Americans are slurping cereal at breakfast time many others are breakfasting on a hearty and nourishing soup. The Vietnamese enjoy a delicious bowl of pho, while the Japanese start their day with miso soup, a broth made from fermented soybean paste, and the Chinese favor congee, a rice soup-like porridge perked up with fish, vegetables and herbs. And, in Myanmar, “The Golden Land,” the people enjoy mohinga, which is

Death.

It's finite. It's tragic no matter when, where, how. And when it comes to the loss of a parent who lives in another city or country, it comes with an even heavier weight of guilt, of non-closure and logistics.

But we all deal with death - it's part of life really. And we often leave our home towns before or after college and head to places with better or more unique career opportunities. Sometimes we meet our life partners while away at school or elsewhere and we end up living in their cit

Death.

It's finite. It's tragic no matter when, where, how. And when it comes to the loss of a parent who lives in another city or country, it comes with an even heavier weight of guilt, of non-closure and logistics.

But we all deal with death - it's part of life really. And we often leave our home towns before or after college and head to places with better or more unique career opportunities. Sometimes we meet our life partners while away at school or elsewhere and we end up living in their cit

12 DAYS KENYAN AND TANZANIA SAFARI PROGRAM

Day 1: Nairobi/Masaai Mara
Leave Nairobi in the morning at 8.00 am drive to the view point of the great rift valley, descend the escarpment and drive via Narok then to Masai Mara for lunch at the campsite followed by afternoon game drive in Masaai Mara famous for its black manned lions and yearly migration of wildebeests, dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Day 2: Masaai Mara.
A full day spent game viewing a cross the rich, treestudded grassland and

Specially designed for the history lovers, Golden Triangle tours cover three most beautiful destinations of India, Delhi, Agra ad Jaipur. Considered as the most exclusive travel package, Golden Triangle tour packages are mostly acquired by the first time visitors. Each attraction of this engrossing tour has something exclusive and elite to offer. Starting from Delhi, the tour ends with the most beautiful pink city of India, Jaipur. However, if you want, you can also club this tour with the desti

Choose any flavor.  The gelati at Balducci’s are imported from Italy and taste like no other ice cream – milky, not fatty, with a light, slightly icy texture (without being teeth-shattering), and with just the right amount of sweetness.

Emil Grosso, VP of the Balducci development at the new 2,150-square-foot Gourmet on the Go Café at 300 West 56^th Street, asked if I’d care to have a gelato sandwich. Never having tasted it, I was intrigued and mumbled OK, watching while he slit opened a big, soft

India is a land of mysticism and diversity. You can find diversity not only in traditions but geography as well. This is the factor for India to get maximum love from people across the world. These things allure vacationers, nature lovers and adventure seekers every year. Indian tour is a name of excitement and surprises as of its cultural and geographical differences. These differences offer rise to need of a customized and organized tour of India. The requirement is even more while touring to

Hyderabad is the capital city of Andhra Pradesh which is the sixth largest city of India. As this is an ancient city that can attracts million of travelers from all over the world throughout the year. This city is also a major IT hub in India that also attracts the business travelers to this city. So it is not very shocking matter that this city has several hotels for their different types of guests who visit this city. You can find here different kind of hotels form very classy to budget catego

Humans are not a machine who works for 24 hours; we need to relax our mind, body and soul from the busy schedule of day to day life by taking a short break. A relaxing break is must for everyone. Leisure trip, business trip, pilgrimage trip make sure that it should be refreshing or else prepare you for one more hectic day or schedules. India is one of the major tourist destinations and rich in culture and traditions. There are many tourists travel in India from all over the world.

Delhi is one o

Bangalore is a wonderful destination of India and an idealic city to catch the modern fashion or trend with a captivating streak of culture. This southern part of India is a heart of modern lifestyles, brimming nightlife, youth empowerment, cultural significance and many other things which are only for admiration. From Natural beauties to luxurious hotel Bangalore has been alluring people since few years.

Today there are many hotels has been open which is categorized into luxurious as well as bu

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Retired?  Consider a ‘home away from home’

Many Americans who retire head south for the winter to enjoy a warmer climate.  A lot of them buy a house or condo and end up with two pieces of property to deal with – two utility bills, two places to upkeep, two places to worry about.  Europeans have a better idea. They long-stay at a resort.  The Holiday Inn Resort in Cha’am, Thailand is just one resort in SE Asia that p

Hearing the words of a man that travelled around the world Saba and her servant went to see the wise king and his amazing deeds. After the visit from Israel and the wise king of the land – Solomon both conceived a child and gave birth back in Ethiopia.

•       They are back – the Queen and her servant, carrying brother babies in their wombs. Two decades passed since the brothers were born of their mothers. And now, as it should have been, they wanted to know who their father was.

•       The Queen of

Bhutan is the last unspoiled Himalayan Kingdom, often known as Shangri-La. Roughly the Size of Switzerland, Bhutan is shrouded in timeless mystery, and offer one of the most breathtaking travel experiences in the world. The friendly people of Bhutan are eager to welcome you and share their pristine environment, profound religion, timeless culture and stunning its traditional architecture. Traveling and tours to Bhutan is an opportunity to experience a Himalayan Buddhist culture that has had litt

Who said you couldn’t enjoy some exquisitely-tasting wine for under $40?

Check out the Adventure and Spanish camp offered by Intercultura Language Schools in Costa Rica this summer.  During the mornings, you'll take Spanish classes and in the afternoons and weekends, you'll explore the rainforest by zip-line, kayak, surf, hike volcanoes.  You'll also get to see crocodiles, huge sea turtles, lots of monkeys all while making friends, learning Spanish, and getting to know local Costa Ricans.  Come find out why past teen participants call this "the best summer of my life

“God Himself could not sink this ship,” a  crewman of the Titanic said to one Mrs. Albert Campbell, as she boarded the ship in Southampton, England

In May 1911, the RMS Titanic gracefully slid  into  the bustling harbor of  Belfast, Northern Ireland, where she was built by Ireland’s skilled ship builders of the Queen’s Yard of Harland & Wolff
A crowd of some 100,000 people cheered the birth of what was then the largest movable manmade object in the world.

Fast forward to April 14, 1912.

Just four

Two years ago, news in regards to climate change and its effects in island groups threaten by the possible rising of the sea level, where all over the media. Nothing has changed, countries and their leaders don't quiet seem to become aware of the damage caused by environmental pollution, climate change, etc in areas that are at risk due to these factors. This is a reminder of another news where it was said that "Youngsters of today will be the first generation that will live worst than their par