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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (KFSN) -- A trip to Yosemite National Park came down to a gamble that paid off for one tour group from France. "We flipped a coin. I saw on the internet that it may be open or not, so we made a bet and we won. We're right here in Yosemite National Park," French tour guide Xavier Chanut said. Chanut wasn't sure what to expect on the first day of the government shutdown. He had a backup plan but was relieved to see Yosemite still open.

Our working hypothesis is that, until the 1960s, the population of Arzachena was very similar to that of Ogliastra,

Barcelona's iconic Magic Fountain of Montjuïc has burst back into life after lying dry for three years, delighting surprised visitors who happened to be passing on Tuesday, September 23. The city landmark, famous for its dazzling water and light displays, was quietly switched on for a one-hour test run ahead of its official reopening. For those who stumbled across it, the moment felt like a gift: some rushed to take photos, others cheered,

People enjoy these games because they provide good chances of winning. For example, slots usually return over 96% of the money that players put in. Blackjack allows players to use strategy to influence their chances, and poker is a real test of thinking. The mix of skill and luck is what often brings people back. Travellers to London often visit the Hippodrome. It's not just the beautiful building that attracts them, but the excitement that comes with the possibility of winning.

Munich Mayor Dieter Reiter gave the Oktoberfest in the Bavarian capital its traditional launch on Saturday, opening a barrel of beer and marking it with the time-honored phrase "O'zapft is!" (Bavarian for "It is tapped"). Reiter then handed the first mug to Bavarian Premier Markus Soder with a wish for a peaceful festival, with the day's sunny late summer weather auguring well for its success.

Archermit presents the Nujiang River 72 Turns Canyon Scenic Area in Tibet, an infrastructure that translates the peril and grandeur of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway into a visitor experience. Completed after six years of high-altitude construction, the project is located in Buze Village, Baxoi County, along the G318 Highway. It centers on a dramatic glass viewing platform cantilevered 37 meters from a cliff face above the Nujiang Grand Canyon, echoing the legendary hairpin bends of the 'devil's road', the 72 turns of Nujiang.

Villeneuve lez Avignon has a long and rich history. Legend has it that in the 1 st Century AD, Saint Martha, the Patron Saint of Avignon "resurrected" a shepherd from the town after he drowned in the Rhone (resurrections were rather more frequent in those days). Some 400 years later, another Saint settled in Villeneuve as the locals call it, a Visigoth princess-hermit who devoted her life to God on Puy Andaon, the hill that dominates Villeneuve.

The Northern Lights are a popular bucket list activity for many, but nature puts on another light show in a tiny Texas border town that once caught the attention of Hollywood heartthrob James Dean. Marfa, a desert city that sits between Mexico, New Mexico, and Texas, has become a niche tourist attraction for those looking to see mysterious, unexplained orbs in the sky.

In the front rows that are filled with tourists, phones are raised to film the fighters with commentary in English, French and Japanese. In the stands, there's a torrent of insults and cheers typical of local long-term fans. The scene reflects a recent change: once the poor man's sport in Mexico City, lucha libre a popular form of wrestling in Mexico has become a tourist and cultural attraction with a global reach.

With expansive views over the San Francisco Bay and its signature rust orange color, it's no wonder the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most iconic anywhere. In fact, its architecture is so quintessentially San Francisco, the bridge was named the most iconic bridge in the world by car rental company Sixt. Among its myriad of accomplishments, the bridge plays host to more than 100,000 cars every day

New York City is known as the city that never sleeps, and for cannabis consumers, the demand for late-night options has grown alongside the state's legal market. Visitors arriving in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens often want the same convenience they expect from food delivery-fast, discreet access to premium weed, vapes, and concentrates, right to their hotel or short-term rental. This trend is driven by both tourism and local culture.

The sun had just begun its descent when the Mane Street Band took the stage for their weekly Honky Tonk Sunday set at Pioneertown's Red Dog Saloon. Young adults in hiking gear sipped beers beneath chandeliers shaped like wagon wheels as old timers with gray ponytails and cowboy hats chatted with a tattooed bartender. Outside, a group of parents sat around long picnic tables, ignoring their kids who were messing around in the dirt.

Originally known for its bohemian spiritual community and pristine coastline, Tulum has transformed from a secluded seaside paradise into a small city and bustling tourist spot with design-forward resorts, world-renowned restaurants, nightlife spots aplenty, an international airport, and a plethora of exceptional villas to call home. First-time tourists may flock to Tulum's glam beachfront hotels, but booking a stay at a villa means more space for a

The study analyzed cities across 12 different categories (each scored out of 10), awarding the Japanese capital a total score of 91. Pipping Rio de Janeiro, Budapest, Seoul, and Barcelona to the top post, Tokyo ranked highly for its access to Wi-Fi and broadband speed, best-in-class transport network, almost mythical levels of public safety, and storied cultural offerings. This year was the first year Tokyo was included, following the launch of a digital nomad visa targeted at high-earning remote workers from 51 countries,

"Conservation is a team sport," says DeJong, "We need more players and now are hoping that naming these two animals after our beloved Blue Jays provides us with another way to get the community excited about two of our city's great passions - baseball and conservation."

While many of the country's museum capitals are in major metropolitan areas like New York City and Washington, D.C., some of the country's richest museum environments exist far from any urban corridor. In these remote cities, strong historical preservation, unique local industries, and support from academic communities support vibrant networks of cultural institutions. Many showcase cultural heritage sites, university research collections, historical battlefield or archaeological sites, birthplaces of notable figures, or local art scenes.

Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service relaunches for the first time since 2005, offering twice-daily departures between Mobile, Alabama, and New Orleans, with stops at key Gulf Coast cities.

Donna Sagna Davis emphasizes the sense of community and connection among neighbors and visitors, saying, "Food always brings people together, drinking. The outreaches that I've been a part of - they always had food."

Seaham will receive its first direct rail connection to London starting December 2025, making it easier for Londoners to visit this seaside town known for its rugged beaches and maritime history.

"As a Joshua Tree local, we all know the best entrance is the Twentynine Palms entrance. ... It's the part of the park that looks the most like it's a different planet," said Benjamin Uyeda, a co-founder and designer of the hotel who has lived in the area since 2017.

What Nomad Sikkim is doing is connecting that cultural strength with the global digital economy. This is tourism with purpose, where visitors don't just come and go, but become part of the local story, supporting livelihoods and preserving heritage.

"This summer, thousands descended on Puerto Rico, where the singer's concert residency in San Juan, running from mid-June through mid-September, has single-handedly boosted the island's fragile economy."

Tourists should pack breathable fabrics such as cotton and linen for humid weather, and quick-dry materials for rain, alongside comfortable shoes for walking.

Approaching Bath reveals the city's golden splendour, with Georgian crescents and squares making it the only UK city designated a World Heritage Site in its entirety.

The climate of fear unleashed by immigration raids in the area is partly responsible for the slowdown in tourism, as observed by Marcelina Gomez, a waitress.

"The Crazy Mountains, or 'the Crazies,' seem like they rise out of nowhere. They are jagged peaks in the middle of wide-open rangeland, totally unexpected and gorgeous."

"We don't normally get this kind of publicity from an artist that's at the peak of their popularity. This is like a gift from heaven."

The Gilded Age can still be found everywhere in New York City for those who look, in particular on the blocks lining Central Park on the Upper East Side.

The decline in beach attendance in Italy is attributed to high private beach concession prices, with beachgoer numbers down by 15% to 25% in June and July.

The book is divided into six chapters: locations in New York City, other locations of note connected to Alexander Hamilton in the city, Hamilton-related things to do in the city, Hamilton locations in New Jersey, Hamilton locations elsewhere (like Philadelphia, Albany, Yorktown, even England), and suggested itineraries to take it all in.

On 11 August, South Korean authorities will decide whether to permit Google to export detailed mapping data for improved navigation, impacting tourism and innovation.