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Guide to Saint Barthélemy
Lonely Planet
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Glamorous and luxurious, the beautiful Caribbean island of Saint Barthélemy beckons A-listers and billionaires year after year to its crystal waters and opulent five-star resorts. A collection of mega yachts lingers along its coastline and don’t...
Inside the world’s largest sailing yacht set to launch in 2026
The Independent (U.S.)
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August 18, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
How to Plan the Perfect Destination Celebration in St. Barths, According to an Expert Travel Advisor
AOL
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Nancy Pauwels/Getty Images Gustavia's port with panoramic views of colorful St Barths.For such a tiny Caribbean island, Saint-Barthélemy—better known as St. Barths—packs a punch. Named by Christopher Columbus after his brother Bartolomeo, the...
Hurricane Erin strengthens in the Atlantic to the first major hurricane of 2025 season
WLTX 19 - South Carolina
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Forecast models show Erin continuing to intensify rapidly over the next several days. COLUMBIA, S.C. — Hurricane Erin continues to gain strength in the Atlantic, but as of the latest update from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the storm poses...
10 of the Scariest Airport Landings in the World
Mental Floss
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August 16, 2025
When it comes to phobias, a fear of flying—known as aerophobia or aviophobia—is one of the most common, topping the list alongside the likes of arachnophobia and claustrophobia. Even people who don’t suffer from this specific fear often feel...
Erin becomes first hurricane of the Atlantic season; direct hit on US not expected
AOL
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Hurricane Erin formed in the Atlantic on Aug. 15, becoming the first hurricane of the 2025 season and putting it on track to become a major hurricane over the weekend, forecasters said. Erin became a hurricane shortly before 11 a.m. ET and was...
Wild new twist in death of designer, 33, on Hamptons boat after cops question her family over cancer claims
The U.S. Sun
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August 15, 2025
THE investigation into the death of a young fashion designer on a yacht in the Hamptons has taken a fresh twist as her family shoots down claims that she had cancer before her passing. The grief-stricken mom of bikini designer Martha Nolan...
Bombshell update in cause of death of designer, 33, mysteriously found dead on tycoon’s boat as legal troubles exposed
The U.S. Sun
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August 12, 2025
BRAND new details have emerged about the life of the fashion designer who was found dead on a yacht in the Hamptons. Martha Nolan O'Slattara was going through a divorce and had been previously sued by a luxury sunglasses company when she died...
Designer Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, showcased private jet trips & luxury vacations before being found dead on boat
The U.S. Sun
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August 6, 2025
AN ambitious entrepreneur enjoyed glamorous vacations and private jet trips before she was mysteriously found dead on a boat at a ritzy resort on Tuesday. Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, a designer living in New York City, was found dead inside the...
Mystery of fashion designer, 33, found dead on boat in the Hamptons – after neighbors heard late night screams from deck
The U.S. Sun
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August 6, 2025
A FASHION designer has been found dead on board a yacht docked in a plush Hamptons resort. Entrepreneur Martha Nolan-O’Slattara, 33, was identified after her remains were found on board the vessel on Tuesday morning. 3 Martha Nolan-O'Slattara, 33,...
Grey fleet grows faster than enforcement can keep up
Splash 247
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August 7, 2025
The growth in the number of sanctioned ships has accelerated over the past year. Analysts at Kpler have been tracking the sanctioned fleet over the past five years. The count of vessels under sanction rose from about 370 in July 2020 to roughly...
Volotea Signs Interline Agreement with Air Caraïbes and French Bee
Rus Tourism News
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August 6, 2025
Travelers across Europe’s regional capitals now have a smoother gateway to exotic long-haul destinations. Low-cost carrier Volotea has signed a new interline agreement with Air Caraïbes and French Bee, offering a fully integrated travel experience...
Charted: Average Income by Global Region, Over 200 Years
Visual Capitalist
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July 29, 2025
Mapped: High, Middle, and Low Income Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways There are...
I've been to 30 tropical islands. From Bora Bora to Barbados, here are the 5 I'd definitely visit again.
AOL
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I've been to more than 30 tropical islands around the world.Kelly Magyarics I've visited 30 tropical islands around the world, but five stand out from the rest. Bora Bora and Curaçao's beautiful beaches make them the perfect places for a relaxing...
Mapped: Global Income Level Classification, by Country
Visual Capitalist
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July 28, 2025
See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: High, Middle, and Low Income Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...
Attractions & Things to Do in Liège
PlanetWare
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Written by Jess Lee Updated Jul 25, 2025 Liège (Luik in Flemish) is Belgium's third-largest municipality by population after Antwerp and Ghent, and has historically been one of the country's most important industrial centers. It was one of the...
Orient Express Corinthian Sets Sail for Caribbean in 2026
FTN News
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July 25, 2025
The Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing yacht, is preparing to make waves in the Caribbean with its highly anticipated 2026 season. This vessel, which merges French heritage, maritime luxury, and sustainable innovation, is now...
Summary: Regent’s 2027-28 Season at a Glance
Cruise Industry News
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises recently announced 2027-28 season includes global itineraries. Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the company’s deployment plans, which include the first full season of the new Seven Seas Prestige. Africa and...
Spotify: The Ultimate Guide
Android Headlines
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July 24, 2025
Believe it or not, Spotify was one of the first streaming music services that offered more than just a personalized radio service, like Pandora. It actually launched in 2008, ahead of YouTube Music (or Google Play Music), Apple Music, Amazon...
9 Alpine mountain towns to visit for summer adventures
AOL
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These Alpine towns offer a dazzling array of summertime adventures. Photograph by CAHKT; Getty ImagesThis article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Europe’s mountain towns may not offer guaranteed sunshine but by way of...