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Can you own a private jet if you care about climate change?

For many people, private jets seem like an extravagance. But for busy executives and celebrities, the time savings, convenience, and extra security they offer make them more of a necessity.

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Olive trees, markets, hikes: How the Palestinian West Bank welcomes tourists at Christmas

Given Palestine’s place in what is known as the Holy Land – the reputed birthplace of Jesus Christ – one of the busiest seasons for visiting is during the Christmas period. Despite the region’s troubled history, thousands make the trip each year. ...

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Moscow wonders where winter has gone

Winters in Moscow usually look like something out of a picture book: the Russian capital is covered in snow, people go skiing, and temperatures are well below freezing. But this year things are different. ...

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People wearing waterproof shoe covers walk across the flooded St. Mark's Square, with St. Mark's Basilica (Rear) on November 14, 2019 in Venice.

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Tourism ebbs in flood-hit Venice with hotel bookings down 45%

Fears of more unprecedented flooding in Venice has brought hotel reservations down by 45 percent, the city's hoteliers association said Friday.

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ICEFEST 2019 is a winter-themed festival running until Dec. 29 at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) at BSD City, Tangerang.

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ICEFEST invites families to experience holiday season in winter-themed festival

Held at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) at BSD City, the winter festival aims to both educate and entertain families of all ages through kid-friendly activities, shopping booths and culinary stations.

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The Carnival Cruise Ship 'Carnival Glory' heads out to sea in the Miami harbor entrance known as Government Cut in Miami, Florida June 2, 2018.

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Six injured as giant cruise ships collide off Mexico

Six people were injured Friday when two enormous cruise ships operated by US-based Carnival collided off Mexico's Caribbean coast, the company said.

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This handout photograph taken on June 21, 2019 and received on July 30 from New Zealand-based media group Stuff shows a beach clean-up team member walking after collecting rubbish from a beach on Henderson Island, an uninhabited member of the Pitcairn Islands archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean.

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Tourists trampling on New Zealand's tranquility: Report

Ever-increasing numbers of tourists are harming New Zealand's environment and destroying the very qualities that make the country an attractive destination, a parliamentary report warned Wednesday.

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After the Colosseum (pictured), the Louvre in Paris and the Vatican round out the top three spots.

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The Colosseum tops TripAdvisor's list of most popular experiences in 2019

European landmarks dominate TripAdvisor's list of most popular travel experiences of 2019, with Rome's Colosseum topping the ranking for the second year in a row.

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Tourists enjoy the sands of Pink Beach in Komodo National Park in Labuan Bajo in West Manggarai, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) on May 10, 2017.

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Don't worry about Labuan Bajo's super premium status, says Wishnutama

Wishnutama is hopeful that the creative economy, which could produce more attractive souvenirs for visitors, would help turn Labuan Bajo into a "super premium" tourist destination.

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An antique three-legged table, which is part of the museum's collection and was displayed on a small plywood stage at the time of the incident, was once used by sultan Hamengkubuwono VIII, who reigned between 1921 and 1939.

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Tourist damages antique table while taking selfie at Yogyakarta Palace museum

After the 40-year-old female tourist recklessly climbed the stage to take a selfie, the base of the stage fell down and one of the table's legs broke.

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Indonesians to pay higher Schengen visa fees next year

Additionally, new rules will be applied for Indonesians planning to visit the European Union countries next year.

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The picturesque view of Karo regency in North Sumatra

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Karo hotels gear up for year-end holiday

“This is part of our strategy to spoil our guests."

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A view of Batam's Nagoya area near the sea.

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Nagoya: A quarter of Japanese legacy in Batam

The popularity of the Nagoya area of Batam, Riau Islands, as an entertainment hot spot, shopping center and Chinatown is unquestionable, although the name has never been formally acknowledged and has been passed on only by word of mouth.

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The 251 series train on March 7, 2014 in Shizuoka, Japan. It served as tourist train 'Super View Odoriko (Dancer)' in Tokyo-Izukyu Shimoda route

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JR East unveils luxury Saphir Odoriko express

East Japan Railway Co. unveiled to the media its new luxury express train Saphir Odoriko on Monday ahead of its launch on March 14 between Tokyo and a spa resort area in central Japan.

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Disabled flyers may get more bathroom access on many US jets

Airlines would be required to offer lavatories accessible to disabled passengers on more aircraft under a proposal released Monday by the US Transportation Department.

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Skydiving is among the challenges faced by 'Dubai Ultimate Challenge' participants.

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Indonesian team wins 'Dubai Ultimate Challenge'

Indonesian actor Ammar Zoni and YouTuber Edho Zell were crowned champions of Sony Pictures' Dubai Ultimate Challenge, where three teams travel around Dubai to complete challenges and create compelling Instagram stories.

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The village has been outfitted to attract tourists.

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Sembilang National Park villagers struggle to clear the trail for ecotourists

Waste management remains a problem.

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If we are travelling far, it helps to choose experiences that actively involve local residents, who have a greater interest in looking after the local environment and can ensure problems arising from tourism are resolved.

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Experiences aren’t always better for the planet than products – here’s how to make memories sustainably

In the age of FOMO (fear of missing out) and YOLO (you only live once), people are pursuing sensations and memories over material products more than ever.

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Toba Lake Festival fails to bring in tourists

The planning of the festival, which was organized at a cost of Rp 1.4 billion (US$100,260), was regarded as poor, as it was scheduled to run on weekdays and at the same time as school exams.

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Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg arrives to takes part at a Friday for Future strike on climate emergency, in Turin, on Dec. 13, 2019. Greta Thunberg, the teenager who became the voice of a generation facing the climate change emergency, was named Time magazine's 2019 Person of the Year. Unknown to the world when she launched a solo strike against global warming in mid-2018, the 16-year-old has since inspired millions in a worldwide movement that saw her tipped as a Nobel laureate.

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Thunberg in Twitter spat with German rail

Swedish teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg was forced to defend herself in a Twitter spat with German railway service Deutsche Bahn (DB) on Sunday.

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Oral polio myelitis virus vaccine vial and oral dosage syringes

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Malaysia plans to vaccinate overseas visitors to combat polio

Malaysia will vaccinate overseas visitors in the country in a bid to prevent the proliferation of infectious diseases, state news agency Bernama reported, citing Ministry of Health Director-General Noor Hisham Abdullah.

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An ATR 72 passenger aircraft operated by Wings Air lands at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali on March 23.

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Wings Air connects Nabire and Sorong

The flights are operated by the carrier's new turboprop aircraft, ATR 72-500 or ATR 72-600, which can accommodate 72 economy passengers.

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Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-790(WL) aircraft is airborne as it departs Los Angeles International Airport, California, United States, on Jan. 14, 2017.

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These are the best airlines for healthy airplane food 2019-2020

Alaska Airlines and Air Canada share the top spot in a study of the healthiest in-flight dining options.

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Health professionals suggest people get influenza vaccinations once a year.

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Influenza, the souvenir you don't want to bring home from your travels

Those planning to go abroad this festive season may want to get flu shots prior to boarding the airplane.

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Inside the Agoda Homes Express luxury train.

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Agoda offers free trip to Malang on luxury train

An Agoda competition will grant two winners a free trip to Malang on board its luxury train the Agoda Homes Express.

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The exterior of Alamayah boutique resort in Sumba.

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New five-star hotel Alamayah to open in Sumba

Alamayah boasts six private suites equipped with king-sized beds, outdoor terraces, private dining areas and workspaces.

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Overall, Great Scotland Yard features 152 guest rooms including 15 suites decorated in a neutral color palette across five stories.

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Former Scotland Yard headquarters reopens as luxury hotel

A luxury hotel has opened in a historic landmark that was once the former headquarters of the London police, housed kings of Scotland and served as inspiration for Sherlock Holmes writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

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The Plembon horse market in Central Java's Klaten opened in November, with horses being traded on the Pon days of the Javanese calendar.

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Horse power: Klaten's Plembon Market opens to excitement

The newly opened Plembon horse market in Central Java's Klaten attracts buyers from the surrounding area as well as from Yogyakarta and East Java.

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A Lion Air plane at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten.

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Lion Air introduces pre-booked meal service

The service is available on 14 routes departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.

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Adikarya Wisata award recognizes Jakarta's best hotels

Several hotels in the Indonesian capital have clinched prizes at the 2019 Adikarya Wisata award ceremony held at the JW Marriott hotel in Jakarta on Friday.

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