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Andalucía

Columnists

Cultural treats in small-town Andalucía

The American image of Spain is Andalucía: the home of bullfights, flamenco, gazpacho, and pristine whitewashed hill towns. This southern part of the country feels more quintessentially Spanish than perhaps anywhere else. When visiting this area, I always make a point to venture into what’s called the Route of the White Hill Towns (Ruta de los Pueblos Blancos), a charm bracelet of cute villages perched in the sierras. Arcos de la Frontera makes a good starting point. Arcos is a […]

todayJuly 11, 2022 45

gas prices

Automotive News

AAA: Despite higher demand, gas prices keep falling

WASHINGTON -- Pump prices declined again, falling another 12 cents since last week to $4.67. The dip in the national average for a gallon of gas occurred despite a slight rise in demand. This is likely due to robust Independence Day holiday automobile travel. AAA forecasted that 42 million people would hit the roads for the holiday weekend, a new record. “Usually, more people buying gas would lead to higher pump prices,” said AAA spokesperson Andrew Gross. “But the price for oil, the […]

todayJuly 11, 2022 35

outdoor hobbies nature

Life & Style

Nine outdoor hobbies you should try

We all know that there are countless benefits to spending time outdoors. From getting some much-needed Vitamin D to improving our moods, there are plenty of reasons to make a point of spending time outside every day. Here are nine outdoor hobbies that you should definitely try: Hiking Hiking is a great way to get some exercise while enjoying the beauty of nature. There are many different hiking trails available, so you can find one that is the perfect difficulty for […]

todayJune 7, 2022 27

nation

Travel News

Why you should take pride in your nation

Taking pride in your nation doesn’t just make you feel more patriotic. It also makes you feel better about yourself, according to research from American University. What matters is the type of pride you take. Any old nationalism, unfortunately, won’t cut it.  Civic and ethnic nationalism Researchers like to break nationalism down into two broad categories: ethnic and civic. As you might be able to guess, ethnic nationalism is all about creating nationalism around a particular ethnic group, such as […]

todayMay 21, 2022 37

Güzelyurt Turkey

Columnists

Güzelyurt: Turkey’s ‘Beautiful Land’

Güzelyurt, in the region of Cappadocia in rural Turkey, is a town that has changed little over the centuries. Exploring it, I hike steeply down into a ravine, winding through a community in the rough — where the chores of daily life seemed stuck in the Middle Ages. Then, climbing up to a hilltop perch marking the end of town, I survey the view and marvel how the honey that holds this architectural baklava together is the community of people […]

todayNovember 3, 2021 27

vacation vacations staycation

Travel News

Brits to remain at home instead of taking a vacation

Despite the relaxation of coronavirus regulations governing travel, the number of inquiries for staycations for next year continues to climb. There is a change in the way we travel because many people choose to stay closer to home. Foreign vacations have been off the table for millions of people this year. However, Brits have rediscovered the wonders of their own country. It appears that the love affair with one's own backyard will continue as an interest in staycations. UK vacation […]

todayOctober 20, 2021 13

U.S. FAA TSA unruly passenger

National

FAA reports increase in unruly passenger incidents

WASHINGTON (UPI) -- Nearly 100 more incidents of unruly passenger behavior aboard U.S. airlines were recorded last week alone, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said. The latest batch of incidents brought the year-to-date total of unruly passenger reports to 3,509, the agency announced in figures updated Tuesday -- 89 more than in the previous week. The vast majority of the reported incidents, 2,605, are classified by the FAA as related to the nationwide mask mandate that remains in place for […]

todayJuly 21, 2021 23

ski industry skiers

Travel News

Understanding the expected rise in skiers in 2021

How the ski industry will be after COVID-19

After increased diversity in the clientele of ski resorts in 2020, the ski industry is hopeful in its projections for 2021. Skiers are expected to join a larger crowd at ski resorts this winter as vaccines are doled out. Open skies, healthy lives The ski industry has seen an increase in the number of skiers due to the activity's adaptability to COVID-19 restrictions. As restrictions over indoor activities became more prominent, outdoor activities that reduced the chances of the virus's transmission were […]

todayMay 15, 2021 22

Universal Studios Hollywood

Business & Lifestyle

Universal Studios Hollywood reopens after more than a year of closure

LOS ANGELES (UPI) -- The Universal Studios theme park in Los Angeles reopened to the public on Friday for the first time since it shut down due to COVID-19 more than a year ago. The park, located in Hollywood, reopened with coronavirus precautions in place, including masks, distancing, and temperature checks. "At long last, Universal Studios Hollywood rolls out the red carpet to resume operations and welcome guests back to the theme park," the park said in a statement. "We […]

todayApril 16, 2021 38

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