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Celebrity Travel: Go away with Mitch Grassi of Pentatonix
Three-time Grammy Award-winning a cappella group Pentatonix recently received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They also earned their fifth Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for “Holidays Around The World” – a 12-track collection that includes collaborations with a range of artists, including Broadway star Lea ...Read more
Biden says US doesn't support Taiwan independence after vote
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said the U.S. did not support independence for Taiwan, after voters there defied China and returned the governing Democratic Progressive Party — which has sought to limit Beijing’s influence — to a third consecutive term.
“We do not support independence,” Biden told reporters Saturday as he departed ...Read more
Taking the Kids: 15+ fun ways for fun in the snow off the slopes
Maybe your idea of fun in the snow is cozying up to a fire with a good book. Maybe the idea of a moonlight snowshoe hike intrigues you. Perhaps a decadent dinner on the mountain that requires a sleigh or snow cat ride. How about racing the kids down a multi-lane tubing hill, ziplining, or a luxuriant day (or two) at the spa while the kids are ...Read more
Rick Steves’ Europe: Tuscany’s day-trip darlings: Pisa and Lucca
As everyone knows, Pisa has the famous tilted tower you can climb, but lesser-known Lucca is encircled by an unspoiled Renaissance wall you can bike. These two Tuscan towns, near Florence and each other, make for an easy day trip from Florence. But if you have time for more than a touristy quickie, each offers great Italian city scenes – ...Read more
Celebrity Travel: Go away with Shoji Morimoto
Shoji Morimoto’s international bestseller “Rental Person Who Does Nothing” ($21.99, Hanover Square Press,) is finally available in the United States. The Japanese author became an accidental sensation after offering his Rental Person services on Twitter (now renamed X). The married father offers nothing inappropriate or illegal. Some ...Read more
Blinken says Turkey ready for positive role on Israel-Hamas war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Turkish leaders at the start of a diplomatic tour aimed at avoiding a broader war in the Middle East and rallying Arab support for Gaza’s post-conflict governance.
Blinken met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul for more than an hour on Saturday after speaking with Foreign ...Read more
Blinken meets Turkey's Erdogan as Middle East tensions rise
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with top Turkish officials as he started a diplomatic tour aimed at avoiding a broader regional war in the Middle East and rallying Arab support for Gaza’s post-conflict governance.
The top U.S. diplomat met with Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, for over an hour on Saturday afternoon ...Read more
Taking the Kids: Getaways to light up your winter
Ready for some fun? Now that the stress of the holidays is behind us, we can plan a fun getaway this winter. For too many of us, meeting up with family over the holidays doesn’t qualify as a bonafide vacation.
Now, whether we want to head to the mountains or tropical beaches, Orlando, a favorite city, or a new one to explore, or perhaps to a ...Read more
Celebrity Travel: Go away with Alanna Ubach
After starring opposite Sydney Sweeney in “Euphoria” and Kaley Cuoco in “The Flight Attendant,” Alanna Ubach will next be seen in Seth MacFarlane’s Peacock comedy series, “Ted.”
“I play Susan Bennett, [who is] Max Burkholder's mom, Giorgia Whigham's aunt, and Scott Grimes' wife,’” Ubach said. “She’s all heart, kooky and ...Read more
Rick Steves’ Europe: Secret Slovenia
With just two million people, tiny Slovenia is one of Europe's most overlooked yet unexpectedly delightful destinations. Located where the Germanic, Mediterranean, and Slavic worlds come together, Slovenia has an intimate capital city, eerie caverns, breathtaking mountains, historic villas, and a unique tradition at a lake that prompts grooms to...Read more
Taking the Kids: Got your New Year's travel resolutions
Have you made, or at least drafted, your New Year’s resolutions yet? I don’t mean the usual ones — to lose 10 pounds; drink less, spend less time scrolling on your phone, snapping at the kids, etc. I’m talking about ones you might actually keep, especially in these turbulent times.
First, of course, we all hope for peace — or at least...Read more
Rick Steves’ Europe: Stadiums, theaters, and tombs - Walking in the footsteps of ancient Greeks
When traveling in a country as old as Greece, ancient ruins can quickly go from magnificent to mind-numbing. Great – yet another nameless hill with more stony remnants of people from centuries past. Just because something dates from BC doesn’t mean it has to be seen. Be selective about your ancient sightseeing. Three of my favorite Greek ...Read more
Celebrity Travel: Go away with Malea Rose
Actress, former competitive surfer and beauty entrepreneur Malea Rose grew up on Kauai’s North Shore, where she saw her mother prepare her own natural skin-care products for their family. When she moved to California to launch her acting career, where she had to wear heavy makeup for her job, Rose realized that the skincare available for ...Read more
Taking the Kids: Gifting a trip the right way
It was a holiday trip like none other. We were nearing the end of a 17-day, once-in-a-lifetime Abercrombie & Kent family trip that had taken us from Argentina to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island and now Antarctica on a 200-passenger ship.
There were more than 35 extremely well-traveled ...Read more
Rick Steves’ Europe: France’s Dordogne - Caves, canoes, and culture
A reader once asked me if I were to bring a spry, 73-year-old grandmother to Europe, where would I go? My response: France’s Dordogne River Valley. I’d take her for a lazy canoe ride down the river, then cap the day with a great riverside meal – letting her enjoy goose liver (explaining what it was later) with the finest glass of French ...Read more
Celebrity Travel: Go away with Isa Briones
Known for her work in “Star Trek: Picard” and the Disney+ series “Goosebumps,” actress Isa Briones was born in London, England, and currently splits her time between Los Angeles and New York City. The latter show has offered her an opportunity to film outside of L.A.
“‘Goosebumps’ was the first time I shot something outside of L.A...Read more
Taking the Kids: De-stressing holiday travel
Take a deep breath! However you are traveling this holiday season – planes, cars, buses, cruise ships, trains, it’s going to be crowded, and stressful. That’s not even adding kids and the prospect of seeing your least favorite relatives into the mix.
The good news is there are ways to de-stress the experience (not so much seeing the ...Read more
Celebrity Travel: Go away with Andrés Cepeda
At the Latin Grammy Awards in November, Andrés Cepeda won his fourth trophy. His record “Décimo Cuarto” was honored as the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. The popular musician said that while he’s gearing up for his upcoming 2024 tour, he’s also looking forward to relaxing with his family during the last few weeks of 2023.
“These ...Read more
Rick Steves’ Europe: Lisbon inspires travel (and travel writers)
If San Francisco had a sister, it would be Lisbon. Both cities have awe-inspiring suspension bridges and famously foggy weather. Both are situated on the best natural harbors on the west coast of their respective continents. Both have trolleys rattling up and down their steep hills past characteristic buildings. And both have survived horrific ...Read more
Taking the Kids: Holiday gifts your favorite travelers will love
Feeling a bit overwhelmed? Of course you are with holiday baking, holiday guests coming, holiday travel and your holiday gift list.
I can’t take away the stress, but I can give you some good ideas to simplify your gift list. Focus on what your favorite travelers will most appreciate.
Think about what kind of traveler they are — adventurer;...Read more