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26 May, 2013
Posted on Friday, June 29th, 2012
An expansive new garden space in Singapore is putting eco-tourism front and centre by reinforcing its commitment to making it a “City in a Garden”.
The first phase of Gardens by the Bay – a 101 hectare retreat in the heart of Singapore – has opened to the public, and boasts two lakes, cooled flower domes and heritage-themed outdoor gardens.
Posted on Friday, June 29th, 2012
One of the most iconic landmarks in London is set to be renamed in honour of the Queen thanks to a successful campaign by MPs and three main party leaders.
To celebrate the Queen’s 60 year reign, the famous Clock Tower will be renamed the Elizabeth Tower to recognise one of Britain’s longest-ruling monarchs.
Posted on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
A new terminal at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas is offering visitors a seamless travel experience from the moment they step off the plane.
The $2.4 billion (£1.5 billion) terminal is expected to welcome more than 11.3 million passengers annually to the glittering streets and Las Vegas strip, and includes a host of high-tech features to help make the travel experience seamless and comfortable from start to finish.
Posted on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
A new musical based around the hits of iconic 90s girl band the Spice Girls is set to open later this year to audiences in London.
Viva Forever! – opening in December at London’s Piccadilly Theatre – follows the story of one girl as she follows her dreams and transforms into an overnight celebrity. As she struggles to adjust to fame, the value of friendship and family ties are central themes in the story.
Posted on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
City officials in Rome have put on display cobblestones, mile markers and pieces of mosaic recovered from tourists who have tried to steal the small pieces of history.
Airport officials reported a surge in findings of the 2,000 year old pieces of paved roads at the city’s two major airports.
Posted on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
Travellers and locals in Dubai are moving beyond the sleek, modern buildings in the city centre by going back to basics on the waters and heading out to go dhow sailing.
Today, antiquated wooden sailboats can be seen on the waters outside the city, as enthusiasts revive the Gulf tradition and bring it firmly into the 21st century.
Posted on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
A new exhibition dedicated to the life and work of Alan Turing has opened at the Science Museum in London.
“Codebreaker” explores the prolific career and tragic end of one of the most important mathematicians and computing pioneers of the Second World War.
Posted on Monday, June 25th, 2012
A new exhibition at the iconic public library in New York is giving visitors a glimpse into the history of the working lunch hour in one of the world’s biggest business cities.
“Lunch Hour NYC” pulls together the best of the library’s extensive collection of books, memorabilia, historic photographs and vintage menus all devoted to lunch hour rituals in the Big Apple through the years.
