The Candy Man, in an earlier era in American pop culture, was portrayed as a kindly magician who charmed children with the secret ingredient to turn sunshine into dreamy sweet confections. “He mixes it with love / And makes the world taste good,” late multimedia performer Sammy Davis Jr. sang in his signature tune. Candy as a symbol of love …
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Oakland officials vote to add ‘San Francisco’ to airport's name
Oakland officials have voted in favor of changing the name of the city’s airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, despite San Francisco threatening a lawsuit over what it says is a trademark violation. The Board of Commissioners for the Port of Oakland voted unanimously Thursday to move forward with the name-change and scheduled a second vote for final …
Read More »'The Vessel' at NYC's Hudson Yards to reopen 3 years after suicides forced its closure
The Vessel, a climbable sculpture that drew hordes of tourists to the Hudson Yards megadevelopment on Manhattan’s west side before a string of suicides forced its closure in 2021, will reopen to the public later this year with added safety measures. The towering honeycomb-like attraction will feature new steel mesh barriers on several of its twisting stairways and platforms, according …
Read More »The best tourism spots in Texas for the whole family
As the second-largest state in America, with a rich cultural and historical legacy, Texas has long been a popular tourist destination for family vacations. From rugged mountains and plains in the west, to a lengthy coastline with famed beaches along the Gulf of Mexico, Texas has something that everyone in the family can enjoy. It also boasts some of the …
Read More »Oakland airport considers adding 'San Francisco' to name, sparking controversy across the bay
The Oakland International Airport may add “San Francisco” to it’s name to attract more passengers, but its neighbors across the Bay have slammed the possible rebrand. The Board of Commissioners for the Port of Oakland will take up the question at its meeting on Thursday. Oakland airport officials say travelers unfamiliar with the region fly into San Francisco’s airport even …
Read More »Hot travel trend has people seeking quiet escape and personal transformation
The hottest trend in travel today is not hitting the busiest city or looking for the coolest nightlife. Rather, it’s the opposite: It’s about looking for peace and quiet. People reportedly want to escape the busyness of their everyday lives and spend their vacations in a more relaxed setting, allowing time for silence, thoughtfulness and introspection. Whether travelers are looking …
Read More »Restaurant combines an amusement ride with unforgettable fine dining
Ready for an amazing restaurant experience that’ll take your taste buds on a wild ride as you move from one incredible room to the next? Sounds like an amusement park experience, right? If you thought that, you wouldn’t be too far off. This unique restaurant is called Eatrenalin, and it’s built around some pretty cool Floating Chair innovation. CLICK TO …
Read More »Brazil again extends visa exemptions for US, Canada and Australia, this time until 2025
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazil’s government extended exemptions to tourist visa requirements for citizens of the U.S., Australia and Canada until April 2025, extending a program aimed at boosting tourism that had been scheduled to end Wednesday. The decision, issued by Brazilian presidency and the Ministry of Foreign Relations late Tuesday, marks the third time Brazil has delayed the …
Read More »Ohio's Sherman House Museum displays humanity, artistry of fearsome Civil War general
Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman lives on as a larger-than-life figure in the oft-told annals of American military history. The most intimate and unknown details of the man behind the legend are uncovered at the Sherman House Museum in Lancaster, Ohio. It opens for the season today, Wednesday, April 10. RAISE 500-POUND PUMPKINS IN YOUR BACKYARD: 5 TIPS FROM AMERICA’S WORLD-RECORD …
Read More »Germany travel guide: Discover the rich culture of Deutschland
Germany is one of the most visited countries in the world, attracting travelers from far and wide with its thousands of years of history, rich culture and picturesque landscapes. More than 183 million tourists visited the European country in 2023, according to the Statista Research Department. From the natural beauty of Bavaria to the urban streets of Berlin, Germany offers …
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