Leisure
48 Hours In Hatay, Turkey Reuters | May 23
Spend a couple of days exploring this fascinating subculture of Turkey and you will discover an area steeped in ancient history, hospitality and tolerance.
Green Cities: The Best City Park Systems In America IBTimes | By M. Johanson | May 23
How green is your city?
Accor Sells Motel 6 To Blackstone For $1.9 Billion IBTimes | By Moran Zhang | May 22
French hotel giant Accor SA (Paris: AC) said Tuesday it will sell the underperforming Motel 6 U.S. budget hotel chain to asset manager Blackstone Group LP for $1.9 billion, as part of an effort to cut debt and shift focus from the U.S. to fast-growing emerging markets.
World’s Largest Pool in Chile Wows Tourists with Caribbean Blue Sea Experience [PHOTOS] IBTimes UK | By Sanskrity Sinha | May 21
Located about 100 km (60 miles) west of the capital Santiago, the man-made lagoon at San Alfonso del Mar resort located in Algarrobo is the largest pool in the world overlooking the the Chilean central coast.
America’s ‘Happiest’ Seaside Towns [SLIDESHOW] IBTimes | By Mark Johanson | May 15
For Coastal Living’s special 15th anniversary edition, the magazine scoured the U.S. for “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns.”
Unused Railway Track in Ukraine Forms Tunnel of Love [PHOTOS] IBTimes UK | By Sanskrity Sinha | May 15
An unused railway track in the small Ukrainian town of Kleven (which lies some 350km from Kiev) has naturally transformed itself into a romantic paradise for couples.
Beyond Cannes Film Festival: Zooming Out On The Greater French Riviera IBTimes | By Mark Johanson | May 11
The revered Cannes Film Festival offers a menu of forthcoming cinematic delights, but it also reminds us of the glamor that awaits in the greater French Riviera.
Mother-Daughter Weekend Getaways In The US IBTimes | By Mark Johanson | May 04
In honor of Mother’s Day in the US, here’s a look at five destinations across the nation for five different types of mother-daughter pairs.
Long Island North Fork Wineries: 10 Can’t-Miss Vineyards IBTimes | By Carey Vanderborg | May 03
Trade the city streets of New York for the sleepy byways of Long Island's North Fork, home to one of the United States' most exciting wine regions.
The 10 Best Airport Freebies IBTimes | By Carey Vanderborg | Apr 30
It doesn't take a specific type of traveler to appreciate complementary offerings like a free city tour, Wi-Fi, or a kids play area.
10 Islands You’ve Never Heard Of That You’ll Want To Visit IBTimes | By Mark Johanson | Apr 27
If you’ve heard of these little known islands, pat yourself on the back and make sure to frame that passport before it rips to shreds.
Mongolia: Inside The Budding Eco-Tourism Destination IBTimes | By Mark Johanson | Apr 26
Envision vast open desert, towering snow-capped mountains, and deep craggy gorges. Picture Buddhist temples, mysterious ruins, felt homes, and the caw of an eagle. Sprinkle on top of it all the legend Genghis Khan.
