1+ hour, 50+ min ago (146+ words) Flying during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year means a lot of waiting. To help you pass the time at the gate and on the tarmac, we asked The Atlantic's writers and editors: What is the best airport book? " Julie Beck, staff writer " Maya Chung, senior associate editor " Boris Kachka, senior editor " Karen Ostergren, deputy copy chief Airport trips are full of distractions: The stop-and-go TSA line. The gate-change notifications. And just when you think you can finally focus, the muffled intercom voice that tells you to board. Yet once you're in flight, the pace slows and your mind can start to wander. " Luis Parrales, assistant editor Here are three Sunday reads from The Atlantic: Make Culture Weird Again By W. David Marx The post Five Books to Read on Your Next Flight appeared first on The Atlantic....

3+ hour, 34+ min ago (413+ words) Nagaland is fully geared up for the 26th edition of the iconic 'Hornbill Festival', beginning Monday, with elaborate preparations in place at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, around 12 km south of the state capital Kohima. The 10-day festival, coinciding with Nagaland's Statehood Day, will be celebrated from December 1 to 10. This year's 'Hornbill Festival' will also see the participation of six Partner Countries - the UK, France, Austria, Switzerland, Malta and Ireland, while Arunachal Pradesh will participate as the Partner State. Named after the hornbill, the globally admired bird revered across Naga folklore, the festival draws together all 17 major tribes of Nagaland and their sub-tribes, showcasing their rich cultural heritage through traditional dances, music, attire and customs. Over 86 per cent of the state's two million population (2011 census) belong to tribals. The objective of the annual event is to preserve and promote the…...

7+ hour, 9+ min ago (434+ words) Time is worth more than money. Travelling solo but being social. Sustainability counts, but it must be at an affordable price. And Taylor Swift would be the ideal travel companion. The attitudes of young travellers are laid bare in the Contiki touring company's newly released Voice Of A Generation survey. It focuses on Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) and Millennials (born between 1981 and 1996). And this year's report states: + 74 per cent of respondents have said they are open to group solo travel or have already done it. "Solo travel has been all the rage for years and years. Everybody wants to embark on a voyage of self-discovery, but going at it completely alone can be a little daunting. Contiki blends solo travel with a pack of others to meet new people and enjoy new experiences together " away from your usual crowd....

9+ hour, 37+ min ago (98+ words) BEIJING, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Do you want to visit China? How to travel as convenient as a local resident? You can learn from this guide! There are three foreign residents from different countries to show you the mobile payments, transportation and local cuisine. Come and get the shortcut! BEIJING, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Do you want to visit China? How to travel as convenient as a local resident? You can learn from this guide! There are three foreign residents from different countries to show you the mobile payments, transportation and local cuisine. Come and get the shortcut!...

10+ hour, 49+ min ago (950+ words) Iraq is a country of culture and contrast, and yet the world hasn't been able to experience its wonders until now," says Aknaf Al Sawary executive Ahmed Abdulrazzaq. Our team offers safe tours of many of the country's most impressive sites, enabling sightseers and adventure travelers to gain unique insights into local culture and history." Aknaf Al Sawary Travel Agency offers various packages and works with international travel agencies to make trips as seamless as possible. It offers full-service ground handling, being a trusted Iraq destination management company (DMC), with full global recognition. Travelers using the agency can explore some of the most exciting sites in the region, including the ruins of the ancient city of Babylon and the Ziggurat of Ur, perhaps the oldest-known structure in Mesopotamia. Tours also go to the ancient Erbil Citadel and the modern, bustling markets…...

11+ hour, 16+ min ago (410+ words) Life&Culture Louis Vuitton opens six-story Seoul venue blending retail, culture and dining Published : Nov. 30, 2025 - 12:13:45 Visitors entering the building find interiors marked by reinterpretations of saekdong, the traditional Korean pattern of colorful, vertical stripes used in clothing and textiles. On the staircase from the fifth floor down to the fourth, they encounter an atrium anchored by towering trunklike columns crafted from monogrammed hanji. Higher floors shift the focus from shopping to atmosphere. On the fourth floor, a gift shop leads into a home objects section featuring Objets Nomades pieces. The cultural exhibition begins on the fifth floor, with scenography developed with architect Shohei Shigematsu of OMA. The narrative moves through rooms themed around the brand's history, from early trunk-making and personalization workshops to watches, music collaborations and fashion. Food anchors the upper levels. On the fourth floor, Le Cafe Louis…...

16+ hour, 41+ min ago (316+ words) The organizing committee of the Qatar 2025 Arab Cup announced during a press conference held today, Saturday, in Doha, the introduction of new facilities through the 'Hayya' platform for residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries who wish to attend the tournament competitions held in Doha from December 1 to 18. - For the Arab Cup, Qatar adopts a multiple entry system for residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries Khaberni - The organizing committee for the Qatar 2025 Arab Cup announced during a press conference held today, Saturday, in Doha, about the introduction of new facilities through the "Hayya" platform for the residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council desiring to attend the competitions of the tournament held in Doha from December 1 to 18. The new measures include converting the current entry visa from a single entry system to multiple entries starting from November 30, in the context…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (307+ words) Doha: Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Permanent Committee for Managing Visitor Entry, has announced updates to the "Hayya" GCC Residents Visa (A2). The new features are designed to make travel to Qatar smoother and more convenient during a season rich in international sporting, cultural, and entertainment events. The updates, which will take effect on 30 November 2025, allows visitors from GCC countries to stay in Qatar for up to two months and offers multiple-entry access. These enhancements are designed to make it easier for visitors to attend a variety of events throughout the season and enjoy a seamless entry experience across all points of arrival. These updates come at a key moment as Qatar prepares to welcome regional visitors for the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup alongside a packed events calendar. The new visa features allow GCC residents to…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (880+ words) You're settling into the bed of your hotel room when, suddenly, you get a knock on the door. What's going through your mind? Maybe someone ordered you a Room Service surprise? Maybe there's an issue with the hotel? Or maybe something strange is afoot? A user on TikTok recently sparked discussion after recalling her own bizarre hotel experience. Specifically, she's asking why the hotel decided to inspect her room'twice. In a video with over 146,000 views, TikTok user Sylvia Longmire (@spintheglobe) recounts a strange experience she had at the LINQ Hotel in Las Vegas. According to Longmire, she was in her room one morning when she suddenly got a knock on the door. "I had my Do Not Disturb sign on the door, so I was surprised that somebody was knocking so strongly," she recalls. When she got to the door,…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (537+ words) Tom Baker uses white snow spray and a variety of tools to create the spectacular snowy scenes Windows in a city centre have been turned into snow scenes for a festive walking trail. More than 20 windows in Southampton have been turned into magical wintry scenes, inspired by the city's landmarks, winter wildlife, nature and festive characters, created by artist Tom Baker, from Sandhurst, Berkshire. The Snow Windows trail has two routes - a 1.6-mile (2.5km) Snowflake Route, which takes about 40 minutes, and a 25-minute Star Route, covering 0.7 miles (1.1 km). Each hand-painted window includes a quiz question themed around either the Hampshire city or the winter season. Mr Baker's wintry designs can be seen on more than 20 windows throughout the city centre for the free trail The snow scenes grace the windows of 22 venues, including The University of Southampton, SeaCity Museum, John Hansard…...