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Warlikowski’s Erotic Hit Lulu Comes to La Monnaie

Aleksandr Shatskih

Following his roaring successes with productions of theatrical hits Macbeth and Meadea, legendary Polish director Krzysztof Warlikowski is now hoping to make it third time lucky when he returns to La Monnaie with the premiere of his newest production – Lulu by Alban Berg.

12 years ago

A Sunday Prayer for Bulgaria Gypsies

Phil Butler

Travel news is usually about hitting the high spots, at least what are generally accepted as positive news of hotel openings and celebratory events seem to permeate more. This is true here at Argo Travel News too. But beach resorts and carnivals are not the only good news on Earth, or in Eastern Europe. Stories of people helping people may be the best news any outlet could carry. Today we bring you news from Blythswood Care from Bulgaria.

13 years ago

How the VALK Foundation Is Fighting the Fear of Flying

Guest Author

For over 20 million Americans, traveling would be a lot more enjoyable if you could walk to each new country. Unfortunately, the vast majority of traveling takes place on a plane, and the fear of flying prevents many from venturing out to the world around them. Even those that gather the courage often find that […]

13 years ago

Carlson Names Veteran Trudy Rautio CEO

Aleksandr Shatskih

Global hospitality firm Carlson has announced Trudy Rautio (at left) as the new president and CEO after Hubert Joly steps down. The move makes Rautio on the 5th head of the company in its 74 year history. The family owned business includes the brands Radisson Hotels, T.G.I Friday’s, and Carlson Wagonlit Travel.

13 years ago

The Collection by Liz McGrath, Luxury of the Unexpected

Phil Butler

Anyone reading this article might be a bit surprised on learning about South African hospitality surpassing even European standards. Surprise being an ethereal part of wonder, imagine discovering old world charm and traditional luxury blended with 21st Century “wired”. The Liz McGrath’s Collection of three 5 star hotels is not your typical visitation on exclusive, not by a long shot.

13 years ago

How to Check for Bed Bug Infestation

Guest Author

Those little red spots on your back may mean more than just a simple rash. This article teaches you how to check for bed bug infestation in your home.

13 years ago

Haze Plays Host to Paul van Dyk

Guest Author

Most people know Matthias Paul by his stage name Paul van Dyk, a pioneer in the electronic music scene, who started in Trance music as a producer in the early 90s, has been wowing audiences for many years. He’s won s German Grammy Award and has multiple albums out. He was the World’s Best DJ […]

13 years ago

5 Things Travelers Should Never Forget

Aleksandr Shatskih

Each person has a specific travel philosophy, or at least a particular travel style, relatively different from others. Sooner or later, life will teach us all that aside from doing something illegal, there’s no wrong way to travel, so let’s make our life fuller, let’s explore the world with a bit of style!

13 years ago

21st Century Adventurer Andrew Evans Sails Cape to Cape

Phil Butler

For those seeking adventure, or at least seeking to read about adventurers, here’s a bit from National Geographic Traveler’s own Andrew Evans. According to the news, Evans is testing his Digital Nomad reputation by navigating the vastness of the Atlantic between South America’s Cape Horn and Africa’s Cape of Good Hope.

13 years ago

Business Travel Coalition Urges Passing of S.A. 1657

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from the Business Travel Coalition (BTC), the organization is urging Members of the U.S. Senate to address the Open Fuels Standard amendment (S.A. 1657) offered by Senators Marie Cantwell (D-WA) and Richard Lugar (R-IN). That pending transportation bill will ensure new cars be made to enable fuel competition from non-petroleum fuels sources such as natural gas, methanol, bio diesel, electric, and other sources. The coalition charges that strategic reliance oil has drastic adverse effects across the travel sector.

13 years ago

All About the Scandinavian Travel Preferences [Infographic]

Guest Author

The Scandinavians are amongst the nations that travel the most. In this infographic you will find info on the distance that they travel per year, the different traveling means they have used and also some interesting perspectives.

13 years ago

Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie Plan Luxury Resort in Croatia

Aleksandr Shatskih

Hollywood star Brad Pitt and his actress wife Angelina Jolie are considering building a luxury resort in Croatia after apparently falling in love with the Adriatic nation’s gorgeous Brijuni Islands.

13 years ago

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