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2018 Paris Gay Games Offers Opportunity for All Athletes
It's an inspiring year to be an LGBTQ amateur athlete participating in the 2018 Paris Gay Games. Coming to Paris August 4-12, this year's historic event features a dynamic mix of traditional summer and winter sporting events.
Discovering Mexican Modernism at Luis Barragan's Home
In a working-class neighborhood of Mexico City, two concrete buildings hidden near the end of a cul de sac draw visitors from around the world. It is the home and studio of Luis Barragan, one of Mexico's most influential architects.
Forget Tourism: Pyeongchang's Legacy Likely Debt & Anger
Hope is fading that Pyeongchang will do what was promised during its successful 2011 Olympics bid and turn an ignored, impoverished backwater into a premier Asian ski hub.
To Get a Ride, Uber Says Take a Walk
In eight U.S. cities, the ride-hailing company is rolling out a service called "Express Pool," which links riders in the same area who want to travel to similar destinations.
Barge Cruises Break out the Bubbly in France's Champagne Region
European Waterways announced that it is enhancing its itinerary in the Champagne region of France to better reflect the cultural and gastronomic traditions of this legendary destination.
New Exhibit Examines Native American Imagery in U.S. Culture
The exhibit that runs through 2022 has opened to good reviews and pushes the national debate over American Indian imagery - including men in headdresses with bows, arrows and tomahawks - and sports teams named the Chiefs, Braves and Blackhawks.
I Spy: New NYC Attraction Offers Espionage History
Hello, recruit. Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Learn about the elements of spying, its history, and find out what kind of spy you could be.
'Unseen' Exhibit to Depict Glow-in-the-Dark Creatures
New York's American Museum of Natural History is working on just the solution: a floor-to-ceiling installation depicting creatures that glow.
Despite Storms, 30M People Visited Caribbean Last Year
A record 30 million people visited the Caribbean last year, despite two devastating hurricanes that hit a region still struggling to recover, regional tourism officials said Thursday.
Picking the Right Home Rental for a Mexico Beach Vacation
Now with Airbnb, HomeAway and other sites, we have a plethora of houses to pick from, with photos from every angle and customer reviews.
It's a Woman's World: ClexaCon Returns to Las Vegas
Returning to Las Vegas for the second consecutive year, ClexaCon is a unique kind of media and entertainment convention for LGBTQ women and allies.
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland Opens This Spring
Blue Lagoon Iceland, one of the 25 Wonders of the World, has announced the spring 2018 opening of its first luxury offering, the Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland.
Original Participants Return for 10th Gay Games in Paris
Paris 2018 is especially exciting because approximately 20 athletes and musicians who participated in every edition of the games since Gay Games I in San Francisco (1982) will be returning for Gay Games 10.
Insider's Look: Royal Caribbean's Studio B
Royal Caribbean's entertainment spans beyond the stage and onto the ice at the cruiseline's signature Studio B ice rink.
$10M Great Lakes Nature Center Planned in Suburban Detroit
Plans call for a new $10 million nature center in suburban Detroit that will focus on the water and wildlife of the Great Lakes region.
11 Destinations to Make a Scene From Your Favorite Films
You can make a scene at these real-world locations connected to classic films and fan favorites.
Viejas Casino & Resort Opens Brand-New Luxury Tower: Willows Hotel & Spa
Viejas Casino & Resort opened its new luxury tower, Willows Hotel & Spa, January 31, 2018, as the third phase of its latest development plans with a ribbon cutting ceremony, an exclusive VIP party, and a mesmerizing fireworks show.
Mardis Gras Parade Honors New Orleans' Tricentennial
Tens of thousands of revelers are expected on New Orleans streets for parades and rowdy fun as Mardi Gras caps the Carnival season in a city with a celebration of its own, its 300th anniversary.
Long-stalled Vegas Hotel Property Gets New Life
The hulking, bluish casino-resort, which has sat unfinished on the Las Vegas Strip since 2009 is now scheduled to open in late 2020 under a partnership between hospitality giant Marriott International and New York-based global real estate firm Witkoff.
Viejas Casino & Resort February 2018 Gaming Promotions Entertainment and Events
Don't miss February 2018 @ViejasCasino, filled with exciting new happenings, entertainment and gaming giveaways!