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National retailer plans major expansion in New Jersey
While some retailers are hurting in the current climate, others are thriving, building more brick-and-mortar stores while fending off e-commerce giants like Amazon. One such successful retailer is Five Below, which has plans for major…
Starbucks union fights back in court
The National Labor Relations Board is asking a federal court to order Starbucks to stop interfering with organizing efforts at its US stores.It's the third time the board has filed a lawsuit in federal court against Starbucks since…
Airbnb donates $10 million to design OMG! houses
From treehouses to medieval castles, Airbnb is known for renting out some of the most distinctive properties in the world. And today, the company is doubling that reputation with its new OH MY GOD! Funds– which will award $10 million in…
TV shows set in beautiful European locations
Emily in ParisnetflixThe titular Emily of Emily in Parisplayed by Lily Collins, could be the exact type of traveler you need to avoid when crossing the Seine if you were in Paris. Rocking a beret bought at the airport, Emily isn't a…
Goodbye, Airbnb. Hello, Bay Area Luxury Home Exchange to Beyond
"I'm done with vacation rentals" was my recent statement when checking out a wine country home that didn't live up to the photos. You know them: the "spacious" rooms thanks to a fishbowl lens, the good sunset cast that hides the cracked…
The future of hybrid travel and hospitality
In just a few months in 2020, we have seen the booming hospitality industry, linked to the creation of 20% of all new jobs worldwide, collapse overnight. We have gone from living in the most internationally mobile society we have…
Travel to Europe this summer will be cheaper and busier
This summer, trips to Europe are expected to be cheaper and busier than in previous years. This is due to several factors, including the strengthening of the US dollar against the euro, increased competition between airlines and…
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Sam’s Club cuts annual membership by more than 80%
At a time when Americans can really take advantage of a price cut, they get one from Sam's Club. The company announced that, for a limited time, it is reducing memberships by just over 82%.An annual Sam's Club membership normally costs…
These Puppies Aren’t Texans, But They’re Our Favorites
It's one thing I know, Americans love their pets. It's no wonder we're leading the way around the world with dog and cat populations. America has its own group of races that have found their way here. But, when it comes to popular dog…
Netflix’s free walking tours show you where your favorite shows are made
Leaving home and seeing what Netflix has to offer no longer have to be mutually exclusive events.On Thursday, the streaming giant announced it was hosting a week of walking tours in three locations, including London, Madrid and Paris,…
Bubble Rap: Susie Lau on August Break
OWhat are you doing this summer? It's a question that seeps into most polite conversations these days with well-meaning intentions, but my evasive answer of "I have no idea" sends me down a rabbit hole of mindless panic. My Instagram…
Killeen School Board Approves Closed Lunch Times With 4-2 Vote
After years of discussion, high school students in Killeen, Texas, will stay on campus for lunch this fall. However, not everyone agrees with the decision.Killeen Independent School District Superintendent John Craft urged the board to…
WTO to discuss tariffs in $26.7 billion global e-commerce market
Over the past quarter century, the digital economy has been exempt from the kind of tariffs that apply to trade in physical goods.That era could come to a screeching halt this week as a handful of countries threaten to scrap an…
AirBnB’s Top 5 Pride Month Destinations
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Last update 31 minutes agoAlthough it emerged from grassroots movements of the 20th century, led by LGBTQ+ people fighting for their rights, Pride has become a more common celebration in recent years.…
Live a true Parisian experience with Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann
Access “Le Concierge”, a prestigious lounge where everything has been designed to offer you a magical and stress-free shopping experience. Your only concern will be finding the items you love and enjoying your day. Everything else…
WTO set to debate tariffs on $26.7 billion in global e-commerce
Over the past quarter century, the meteoric rise of the digital economy has been exempted from the kind of tariffs that apply to trade in physical goods.
That era could come to a screeching halt this week as a handful of countries threaten…
Big week for the digital economy as global body meets to try not to ‘break the internet’
Over the past quarter century, the meteoric rise of the digital economy has been exempted from the kind of tariffs that apply to trade in physical goods.
That era could come to a screeching halt this week as a handful of countries threaten…
Ukrainian child wins Scotland visa battle after guinea pigs approved, but she wasn’t
A child refugee from Ukraine has won the right to come to Scotland thanks to a revolutionary change in visa rules. Nataliia Zavhorodnia, 15, found herself in the bizarre situation where her two guinea pigs had been approved to travel but…
As the cost of filling a tank hits £100, ditch the roof rack, turn off the air conditioning –…
The cost of filling an average family car has topped £100 for the first time - it's £33 more than 12 months ago and comes as energy, broadband and food bills are also increasing more and more.There are ways to mitigate the spike in prices…
Coup d’étoile: Experiential travel for close and personal starry experiences
The subject of many paintings, the picturesque scarlet red windmill of Paris is now also the place for memorable vacations. Le Moulin Rouge unveils a secluded room inside the iconic red windmill which has been lavishly designed to…
How Inside AirBnB helps highlight the effect of AirBnB on housing
Rental prices are skyrocketing. There is an estimated shortage 7 million affordable housing units for low-income tenants. Thousands of people in areas where tenant protections are scarce were left vulnerable to sudden…
Do Airbnb and Vrbo really back their warranties?
When Amy Boyle arrived at her Airbnb rental near Paris, she knew she couldn't stay. The closet sized apartment was poorly ventilated and reeked of mildew."The pictures on Airbnb were so beautiful," says Boyle, a photographer from Chicago.…
The Arnold store is a ‘bargain’ as customers swear by the bargains and friendly staff
Arnold shoppers praised a popular store with "endless bargains". The discount store, Stock Monster, has bargains galore. The store sells high-end beauty products, household products, clothing and more. Located at 105 Front Street in…
Ireland’s ‘Caribbean’ labeled beach tops many people’s summer to-do list…
An idyllic beach off Galway was described as "Ireland's Caribbean" on Tripadvisor ahead of the summer season. Dog's Bay Beach has been hailed as one of Ireland's best beaches online, with users describing the white-sand destination as a…
French tourist towns take a stand against Airbnb rentals
Towns in France's tourist hotspots are taking a stand against short-term vacation rentals - often known as the 'Airbnb model' - as they say they drive up prices and lead to a lack of property for local residents .For example, the INSEE…
Airbnb: Here are the most profitable cities in Europe
Airbnb hosts are continue to enjoy upon returning from vacation, and with research on "Airbnb host requirements" increasing by 200% over the past month, there has been no shortage of European homeowners interested in earning a side…
New Target at Wall Twp NJ finally opens this weekend
Some sort of strange retail transformation has taken place in New Jersey. Old closed Kmarts are coming back to life as new targets. It's like a zombie movie but with great deals and a toy department.The old Kmart at Somers Point has been…
Glasgow Airport: Best time to book flights to avoid long queues
Airports and airlines are feeling the pressure as waves of customers prepare to take off. With international travel open and fewer restrictions in place since the pandemic began, airports are inevitably busy. But long lines at check-in and…