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The top 10 cheapest destinations for fall travel, including Europe, China and the U.S.

9/8/2018, 2:20:16 PM
Still have vacation days to use? Visit one of these incredible places and travel cheap this fall.  ✔ If you haven't planned a trip yet, you can still save significantly for a vacation, both in the U.S. and internationally ✔ Fukuoka, Japan Yearly average: $1,147.04 Fall price: $817.10 Savings: $329.94 Percent off: 29 percent 4 ✔ Beijing, China Yearly average: $1,150.94 Fall price: $832.28 Savings: $318.16 Percent off: 28 percent 5


Take cover and go for gold

9/8/2018, 2:01:49 PM
SUMMER'S winding down but the holidays never do - thankfully! The year-round getaway is part of our life, whether we're seeking to take advantage of out-of-season prices or because we're part of the growing band of people making the most of our later years. ✔ And it gets ever easier to explore the world thanks to modern air travel ✔ For any trip you will need top-quality cover, something suited to your needs and your lifestyle ✔ That's particularly true as we get older and worry about our health ✔ Information  avantitravelinsurance.co.uk/ 0800 222 9189


Paul Feig Keeps Filmgoers Guessing

9/8/2018, 1:15:04 PM
The director, whose latest movie, “A Simple Favor,” follows a string of hit comedies, talks about why his films play with genre and how he can’t make one without putting something funny in. ✔ You can’t hear that song and not think it’s OK to actually have fun in this movie ✔ You’ve done spies, detectives, even a comic sci-fi series, Other Space ✔ 8) Neil Gaiman (July 31) Debra Granik (June 20) Brian Koppelman (May 15) Carol Burnett (May 2) Judd Apatow (March 10)


Is living overseas all it’s cracked up to be?

9/8/2018, 2:02:44 PM
Living abroad for work conjures images of amazing experiences and grand adventures – but does the reality match the promise? ✔ That was a hugely significant moment for him and for the team ✔ My husband Travis and I also wanted to give our two sons an international upbringing ✔ This article appears in Sunday Life magazine within the Sun-Herald and the Sunday Age on sale September 9


Caitlyn Jenner gets romantic on date night with fiancée Sophia Hutchins

9/8/2018, 2:01:18 PM
The couple were seen embarking on a cosy rickshaw ride after leaving the Harper's Bazaar Icons Party at New York's Plaza Hotel on Friday... ✔ Together, they looked cosy as they departed the star-studded event, which saw the reality star's daughter, Kendall, also attend ✔ Meanwhile, 22-year-old Sophia followed suit by wearing a beautiful silk dress with sleeveless detail ✔ Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to playTap to play The video will start in 8Cancel Play now


Avengers 4: Cate Blanchett up for Hela return – Is she in Avengers Infinity War sequel?

9/8/2018, 2:32:40 PM
THOR RAGNAROK villain Hela could return and team up with Thanos says Cate Blanchett, but will she be in Avengers 4? ✔ The 49-year-old star played Hela in Thor Ragnarok, the goddess of death and sister of Hemsworth’s Asgardian prince ✔ Avengers 4: Cate Blanchett up for Hela return – Is she in Avengers Infinity War sequel ✔ It would certainly be a great way to celebrate 10 years of the MCU with trips back to past movies


Overlooked Oslo: The Norwegian capital is one of Lonely Planet's top cities of the year

9/8/2018, 12:05:25 PM
NORWAY'S capital has long had to compete with its stylish Nordic neighbours. But Oslo, along with the rest of the nation, is set to toast a landmark event. ✔ There's a new high-rise district known as the Barcode, plus a striking extension planned for the Vikingskipshuset (Viking Ship Museum) ✔ Although the artist's showpiece, The Scream, is displayed at the Nasjonalgalleriet (National Gallery) downtown ✔ Price includes return flights from Heathrow and accommodation at the Radisson Blu Alna hotel


Celebrity Traveller: Jorgie Porter

9/8/2018, 12:29:05 PM
JORGIE PORTER, 30, is a British actress and model, most famous for her role as Theresa McQueen in Hollyoaks from 2008 to 2016. She came second in Dancing On Ice in 2012, and took part in I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! in 2015. Jorgie, who is single, lives in Manchester. ✔ Jorgie is most famous for her role as Theresa McQueen in Hollyoaks (Image: GETTY) Best holiday read ✔ I'm really looking forward to being in Edinburgh in October - it is such a lovely city ✔ Jorgie Porter is appearing in the UK tour of Fame the Musical until December 1, fameuktour.co.uk


How a Johannesburg skyscraper became a symbol of democracy

9/8/2018, 1:07:45 PM
After decades of abandonment, the Ponte City skyscraper in Johannesburg, South Africa, is experiencing a renaissance.


15 Breathtaking Bridges That Make Your Knees Go Weak

9/8/2018, 1:37:42 PM
The Golden Bridge that was opened in Vietnam this year became the hit of the internet within several days. Many people couldn’t believe that the construction depicted in many photos was real. And they are right because it’s really hard to imagine that there could be a mountain bridge located at cloud level and supported by 2 giant human palms. ✔ Teakwood bridge, Myanmar © David Stanley / Flickr   The teakwood U Bein Bridge has the right to be considered the longest and oldest wooden bridge in the world, but officially, it’s not ✔ Please tell us about it in the comments! Preview photo credit Exclusivepix Media/EAST NEWS


Google Maps Street View: Glimpse of EERIE object spotted in the sky - could it be a UFO?

9/8/2018, 3:16:20 PM
GOOGLE MAPS Street View is one of the most intriguing programmes in the world, showing all four corners of the globe candidly caught on its 360-degree camera. One camera managed to catch a glimpse of an eerie object in the sky - could it be a UFO? ✔ The strange object was spotted in the skies above Ochopee, Florida (Image: Getty Images/Google) Some sites that have noted the strange sighing have questioned if the shape is actually a UFO ✔ The back of his head seemed completely normal, wearing a baseball hat, but his neck morphed straight into the arm


Reach for the sky in Dubai

9/8/2018, 12:56:05 PM
ESCAPE to sun, sand and serious fun in Dubai. Whatever your age, Dubai boasts activities the whole family will love, and its endlessly sunny climate guarantees the perfect family holiday any time of year. ✔ There's Legoland, Bollywood Park and don't miss Hollywood inspired Motiongate, where your favourite movies are brought to life in hair-raising rides ✔ Information For the latest fantastic offers of holidays to sunny Dubai visit valueaddedtravel.com and book an action-packed family holiday you'll all remember for years to come


Student finds love with woman who accused him of stealing her plane seat

9/8/2018, 2:20:04 PM
LOVE was certainly in the air for one couple, after a seating mix-up on board an easyJet flight brought them together. Adaya Cohen, 24, thought Michael Hoffman, 27, had taken her window seat on a f… ✔ I thought I might as well send her a message and just explain why I hadn’t asked on the plane ✔ HSBC UK Head of Personal Banking, Becky Moffat, said: It turns out air travel brings an incredible sense of possibility and people are making life-changing connections in the sky ✔ This is the one place you’re most likely to meet the love of your life – and it’ll probably surprise you


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