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  • Heading To California In 2023? Totally-Brand New Attractions That You Cannot Miss!

    If you’ve a trip planned to California in 2023, we have a hot little list for you here. So even if you’ve been to California before, there will be something brand new and exciting in store décor throughout the resort; two all-new night-time spectaculars: “World of Color – One” at Disney California Noteworthy new accomodations California’s diverse accommodation offerings continue to expand, with more The Renovated Sea Ranch Lodge Is a Must-Visit Stop in Northern California’s Iconic Coastal Community

  • Get High or Live Like a Monk: The Best Wellness Retreats California Has to Offer

    California has long been a mecca for travellers seeking a higher level of health, fitness and inner peace Retreats can be found all across the Golden State, from the beachy yoga culture in Southern California Discover five of the best wellness experiences for 2023 in California. 

  • Airbnb Introduces Icons—Extraordinary Experiences from the World’s Greatest Icons

    Airbnb is introducing Icons , a new category of extraordinary experiences hosted by the greatest names in music, film, television, art, sports, and more. Icons let you step into worlds you’ve only ever dreamed of. Drift off in the Up house. Spend the night in the Ferrari Museum. Hang out with Kevin Hart. Today, it is unveiling the first 11 Icons on Airbnb. “Icons take you inside worlds that only existed in your imagination—until now,” said Brian Chesky, Airbnb co-founder and CEO. “As life becomes increasingly digital, we’re focused on bringing more magic into the real world. With Icons, we’ve created the most extraordinary experiences on Earth.” Here are the first 11 Icons we are unveiling: Drift off in the Up house – Sleep inside one of Disney and Pixar’s most iconic homes—and yes, it floats. You’ll explore Carl’s world in this detailed re-creation of his home, complete with more than 8,000 balloons, and located in the scenic red rocks of Abiquiu, New Mexico. Spend the night in the Ferrari Museum – Immerse yourself in the world of racing with a stay at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, Italy. You’ll sleep on a bed crafted from the same leather as Ferrari seats, take a lap with Scuderia Ferrari ambassador driver Marc Gené, and head to Emilia-Romagna’s premier race as a VIP. Step into X-Men ‘97 – Live like the X-Men as you stay in a 2D animated re-creation of Marvel Animation’s X-Mansion in Westchester, New York. You’ll discover your mutant abilities and even train in the Danger Room. Go VIP with Kevin Hart – Kevin Hart is taking you inside his members-only Coramino Live Lounge for an A-list evening. You’ll join Kevin and his friends in this secret speakeasy, where they’ll treat you to a tequila tasting and live stand-up by the best comedians in the game. Wake up in the Musée d’Orsay – Stay in the Paris art museum’s iconic clock room, which has been transformed into a luxurious bedroom by Mathieu Lehanneur, designer of the Paris 2024 Games torch and cauldron. From the terrace, you’ll witness the historic Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games along the River Seine. Join a living room session with Doja Cat -Fresh off a tour performing on the world’s biggest stages, Doja is hosting you for a much more intimate experience. You’ll enjoy an unforgettable living room performance from the Grammy-winning artist, including her favourite songs and tracks from her latest album. Stay in Prince’s Purple Rain house – Prince purchased the Minneapolis, Minnesota home featured in the legendary film Purple Rain, but it’s never been available to the public until now. Explore the home and go crazy for rare and special tracks from Prince’s world in an exclusive studio session. Game with Khaby Lame – TikTok sensation Khaby Lame invites you to his hometown of Milan, Italy for an epic, overnight gaming experience. You’ll stay in a one-of-a-kind gaming loft that Khaby designed himself, where you’ll #learnfromkhaby and face off with him in a Fortnite Battle Royale. Go on tour with Feid – Join the reggaeton superstar on his FERXXOCALIPSIS World Tour for an entire week. You’ll join the crew for rehearsals, ride along on the tour bus, and get backstage access for every show. Live like Bollywood star Janhvi Kapoor – Janhvi Kapoor is inviting you into the legendary, never-before-seen Kapoor family home in Chennai, India. From learning her Bollywood beauty secrets to tasting her favourite southern Indian dishes, Janhvi will host you personally on this ultimate overnight stay. Make core memories with Inside Out 2 – In anticipation of the June 14 release of Disney and Pixar’s new movie Inside Out 2, you’re invited to an overnight stay at Headquarters, the control centre of Riley’s emotions. Your host, Joy, will welcome you into her vibrant world to witness the emotions in action and help keep things in balance.

  • Universal Studios Hollywood’s First High-Speed Outdoor Roller Coaster “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift,” Set to Launch in 2026

    Universal Studios Hollywood  announces its first-ever, high-speed outdoor roller coaster “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will join the theme park  family  in 2026. The dynamic new thrill ride, themed to Universal Pictures’ blockbuster film saga,  Fast & Furious,  will elevate the guest experience with innovative and technological achievements never previously employed in a roller coaster. The state-of-the-art ride system is being uniquely designed to immerse guests within the high-speed  Fast & Furious  universe. Highlights will include ground-breaking 360-degree rotation of the individual ride vehicles as they rocket along an elaborate track meticulously constructed with sound reduction technology for a breath-taking, superior experience. These attributions will create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at furiously fast speeds. “As a premier entertainment theme park destination with a rich history in immersing guests in incredible rides based on today’s most inspiring movie, television and gaming properties, we are excited to introduce our very first, high-speed outdoor roller coaster,” said Scott Strobl, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Universal Studios Hollywood. “As Universal Studios Hollywood continues to evolve, the arrival of ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ will be a powerful game changer that will infuse a new level of thrill into our already dynamic theme park, and we look forward to welcoming guests when it races onto the scene in 2026.” “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will be located on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests will queue up within a large, red brick, garage-style structure before settling into the ride vehicles, modelled after several authentic cars featured in the films, and catapulting along an aerial track that winds its way over parts of the theme park. The “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” roller coaster will benefit from Universal Destinations & Experiences’ decades-long expertise in revolutionizing the development of the contemporary roller coaster across its global theme parks. The ride will join Universal Studios Hollywood’s slate of unprecedented ground-breaking attractions, including the interactive land, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, featuring the critically-acclaimed “Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge”  ride; “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™”  highly immersive land that features Hogsmeade™ village, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™ rides; “Jurassic World—The Ride” ; Illumination’s award-winning “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” and “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” ; Springfield, U.S.A. and “The Simpsons Ride™” ; “TRANSFORMERS™:  The Ride-3D”  and “Revenge of the Mummy—The Ride.” The new roller coaster will become a marquee ride alongside the theme park’s signature  Studio Tour  attraction, which commemorates 60 years of moviemaking magic this year. Since 1964, the Studio Tour has offered guests a front-row seat to filmmaking magic on an authentic movie and television production studio backlot for an exclusive peek at original film sets that include Jupiter’s Claim from Jordan Peele’s NOPE and Courthouse Square from the Back to the Future films, as well as such experiential attractions as “King Kong 360-3D,” and the eerily realistic “Earthquake—The Big One” simulated natural disaster attraction. The Fast & Furious  film saga is a phenomenon. For more than twenty years, the franchise has stoked passion in an ever-expanding audience and has earned more than $7 billion at the worldwide box office. Universal Pictures’ record-smashing, homegrown  Fast & Furious  films have become the studio’s most profitable and longest-running franchise. Across social media platforms, the fan following for the movies and cast has grown into the biggest of any active franchise.

  • 16 of the Best Second Cities to Visit in 2022

    every intrepid traveller’s bucket list. 16 of the Best Second Cities to Visit in 2022 USA San Diego, California The southernmost city in California, San Diego combines the best of both worlds; relaxing sun-soaked Oakland, California  Nicknamed “San Francisco’s Brooklyn,” Oakland is located just across San Francisco R Street Corridor, Sacramento, California Sacramento is the capital city of California and largest city Mammoth Lakes, California  The mountain town of Mammoth Lakes offers relaxed California vibes set amongst

  • The 6 Best Luxury Properties You Need to Visit in America

    Bardessono Yountville, California Bardessono Yountville is a luxury five-star, an award-winning hotel nestled in the heart of Yountville, California. Kimpton Sawyer, Sacramento, California  The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel brings an entirely new level of sophistication Luxuriate in spacious, serene rooms that celebrate the distinct pioneering spirit and natural beauty of California

  • The Best Remote Destinations Immersed in Nature in the USA

    La Jolla, San Diego, California The southern California city of San Diego is known for its laid back Helena, California Nicknamed “Napa Valley’s Main Street,” the downtown area of the charming wine-country

  • 13 Best Places to Celebrate Cheese

    From the California cheese trail to Japan’s unique dairy culture, the love for cheese can be spotted California Cheese Trail California Cheese Trail promotes artisan cheesemakers and family farmers, connecting cheese lovers to cheesemakers, cheesemaking classes, events, and tours throughout California. Aged to Perfection in SLO CAL Vintage Cheese  in a place worth adding to the list for any California Grilled Cheese Galore at Foodlab – West Hollywood, California Give in to cheese cravings at  Foodlab

  • Inspiration for Multi-Generational Holidays in America

    Inspiration for Multi-Generational Holidays in America San Diego, California San Diego’s world-class water with a boat trip or watersports on the Pacific Ocean, or simply relax by the beach and enjoy California www.steamboat.com Sacramento, California Sacramento is the perfect place for multigenerational travel www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com Yosemite Mariposa County, California Take a family trip to Yosemite and Paradisecoast.com  San Francisco, California San Francisco is full of amazing activities and places to

  • Reflecting on 2023: American Holidays & Top Destinations Revisited

    Florida to the dynamic energy of USA cities, the soulful charm of the Deep South, the laid-back vibes of California California Dreaming: A Tapestry of Vibes California, with its diverse landscapes and laid-back atmosphere the waves in Malibu, or strolling along the iconic streets of San Francisco, travellers found that California Whether basking in the sun, navigating city streets, savouring southern hospitality, embracing the California

  • World Book Day: 7 Literary Destinations to Inspire a Love of Reading

    Where I Was From – Joan Didion, California What’s better than the California sunshine, a warm breeze be transported to the Golden State and can’t get there in person, try grabbing Where I Was From by California

  • 10 Best Bucket List Adventures

    Explore Mountains and Healing Spas in Greater Palm Springs Take in this desert oasis during a Southern California Conquer the Epic Highway 1 In California California is renowned for epic road trips, and Highway 1 from Indulge in True Luxury in California Wine Country If you want to experience the best of California’s Ski with Olympians in California  At 11,053 feet, Mammoth Mountain boasts the highest summit of any California resort, making for deeper, better snow, and beautiful vistas over California’s High Sierras.

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