All posts tagged: Destination

A 1,578-foot tsunami struck a popular Alaskan cruise destination. Now we know why.

A 1,578-foot tsunami struck a popular Alaskan cruise destination. Now we know why.

Published by Jenni Sidey

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. If you’re one of the roughly 1.6 million who took a cruise in Alaska last year, chances are you sailed through the Tracy Arm fjord. The picturesque, narrow fjord is a popular sightseeing area  and is part of the Tongass National Forest, about 40 to 50 miles south of the capital city of Juneau. In the early hours of August 10, 2025, an enormous landslide triggered a massive tsunami down the fjord. The tsunami was 1,578-feet-tall, or one-and-a-half times the height of the Eiffel Tower. Fortunately, no one was caught in the wave since it hit around 5:30 a.m. local time. If the tsunami hit later that day, about 20 cruise ships and numerous recreational boaters and kayakers could have been impacted by the giant wave. In a study published today in the journal Science, researchers studied this “near miss” event, finding that the continued effects of climate change were likely the cause.  The team studied several eyewitness stories …

Why Tokyo is the most important tech destination of 2026

Why Tokyo is the most important tech destination of 2026

Published by skeptic

Every major tech conference has themes. Most are vague enough to mean everything and nothing at the same time. SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is doing something different — four tightly defined technology domains, each backed by live demonstrations, dedicated exhibit floors, and sessions featuring the people actually building and funding these technologies globally. TechCrunch is partnering with SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 as an official media partner, and our Startup Battlefield team will be on the ground selecting one standout semifinalist from the SusHi Tech Challenge to advance to the TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield 200 — one of the most prestigious launchpads in tech. Here’s what’s on the floor. AI — beyond the hype, into the infrastructure Sessions featuring Howard Wright (Nvidia), Rob Chu (AWS), and Eric Benhamou (Benhamou Global Ventures) cut through the noise to examine where AI is genuinely deployed at scale and where the real risks lie. On the floor, AI-themed university startups pitch alongside global players, and the AI Film Festival Japan, a partner event at Tokyo Innovation Base in Yurakucho, explores how artificial …

A design-led boutique hotel in Bali’s Umalas

A design-led boutique hotel in Bali’s Umalas

Published by Sam Flores

“Our aim was to conserve, not restore to perfection, so guests can feel the history of the place,” said Rosa. “By protecting the land, the sacred trees and artisanal techniques, we hope guests leave with a deeper appreciation of Indonesian heritage. In a world that often seeks impersonal flawlessness, we wanted to show the passing of time.” The name reflects their cross-cultural partnership: magia means ‘magic’ in Italian, while uma means ‘rice field’ in Indonesian – together, the phrase loosely translates as ‘magic in the rice field’. The 14-key property, which opened in November 2025, is the latest addition to the Design Hotels portfolio – a collection of more than 300 design-led properties across 60 countries, each chosen to reflect its surroundings. Source link

Masters repeat is part of journey, not the destination, McIlroy says

Masters repeat is part of journey, not the destination, McIlroy says

Published by Sam Flores

AUGUSTA, Georgia, April 12 : Rory McIlroy said his second straight Masters title was not the finish line but just another career milestone after the six-time major champion donned another Green Jacket on Sunday. A year after completing the career Grand Slam at Augusta National, McIlroy joined Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods as the only men to win back-to-back Masters titles. But the 36-year-old Northern Irishman made clear he was not framing the latest victory as the culmination of his ambitions.  “I don’t want to put a number on it, but I feel like this win is … just a part of the journey,” McIlroy told reporters after finishing 12-under at the 90th edition of the Masters.  “I still have things I want to achieve, but I still want to enjoy it as well.  “I’ve waited so long to win the Masters, and all of a sudden I win two in a row. So I still want to enjoy it,” he added. “I don’t think I’ll go through that lull of motivation or …

How to stay at Prince William and Princess Kate’s honeymoon destination for cheaper

How to stay at Prince William and Princess Kate’s honeymoon destination for cheaper

Published by Daniella Wilson

A coveted destination for the rich, famous and regal, the Seychelles is every inch as heavenly as you’d imagine it is. A cluster of islands (115 of them to be exact) located in the Indian Ocean, it has firmly established itself as a location synonymous with paradise. Think creamy white sand beaches that have the same feeling as talcum powder underfoot, unparalleled biodiversity and seas so brightly turquoise that they look electric.  AT A GLANCE The Prince and Princess of Wales spent their honeymoon in the Seychelles, as did George and Amal Clooney It doesn’t happen often, but Club Med Seychelles Resort has some discounts running at the moment The Seychelles is famed for its alluring white sand beaches and turquoise waters  It’s easy to see why the Prince and Princess of Wales jetted here for their post-nuptials trip after their spectacular 2011 wedding, choosing a private island in the archipelago for their first romantic holiday as man and wife. William and Kate aren’t the only famous newlyweds to head to the tropical paradise of …

People Who Enjoy Long Drives With No Destination Usually Have These 11 Personality Traits

People Who Enjoy Long Drives With No Destination Usually Have These 11 Personality Traits

Published by Jenni Sidey

For some people, driving is simply a way to get from one place to another. For others, the drive itself is the point. Long stretches of road, familiar music, and the quiet rhythm of movement can feel strangely calming, even when there’s no clear destination in mind. What looks like aimless wandering to one person can feel deeply restorative to another. Psychologists who study personality often note that people gravitate toward environments that match how their minds naturally process the world. Activities that offer reflection, movement, and a sense of freedom tend to appeal to certain personality patterns more than others. It’s not surprising, then, that people who genuinely enjoy long, unplanned drives often share a handful of distinctive traits. People who enjoy long drives with no destination usually have these 11 personality traits 1. They enjoy time alone without feeling lonely Velimir Zeland / Shutterstock Long drives create a kind of solitude that feels intentional rather than isolating. For people who enjoy them, being alone in the car doesn’t produce boredom or discomfort. Instead, …

Bride’s Friend Used Her Destination Wedding As A Free Honeymoon

Bride’s Friend Used Her Destination Wedding As A Free Honeymoon

Published by Jenni Sidey

One couple was super generous and not only paid for everything that came with having a wedding in Bali, but also for their friends to attend. Instead of showing gratitude for the gesture, one of the bride’s friends decided this was the perfect time to take a honeymoon with her own new husband on her friend’s dime. A wedding is an expensive affair these days, especially when you’re traveling out of the country for it. In fact, The Knot estimated that the average international destination wedding cost $41,000 in 2025. While under most circumstances, the ingenuity of combining a destination wedding with a honeymoon to save money would be applauded, the friend in this case couldn’t even be bothered to attend the nuptials. Now, the bride is wondering if she should sue. According to the bride, her friend used the plane ticket and the hotel stay she paid for, but never showed up for the wedding. A 25-year-old took to Reddit to share the bizarre tension that developed between her and a friend after her …

The “If-Then” Trap: Why Happiness Is Not a Destination

The “If-Then” Trap: Why Happiness Is Not a Destination

Published by Jenni Sidey

We spend our lives waiting for the perfect moment to be happy. But ancient wisdom teaches us that true joy isn’t found “out there”—it’s found within. Have you ever had a moment in your life where everything was just perfect? Perhaps you were on vacation, sitting on a comfortable lounge chair, looking out over the vast, beautiful ocean. The wind was gently blowing, the sun was warm on your skin, and for those few brief moments, the world felt complete. You weren’t thinking about what happens when you go back home. You weren’t thinking about your rent, your mortgage, or your job. The infinite number of worries that usually cloud our minds had vanished. It was a perfect moment. It may have been a perfect hour, or even a perfect day. But it takes so little to push us off that edge. You have reservations for dinner that night, and you arrive right on time, only to be told there is a half-hour wait. Suddenly, the peace cracks. You pull out your phone, check social …

EU’s Destination Earth project enters phase three

EU’s Destination Earth project enters phase three

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The European Union’s Destination Earth initiative is set to move into its third implementation phase following a new agreement between the European Commission and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). Beginning in June 2026 and running through to June 2028, Phase Three marks a critical step in advancing one of the world’s most sophisticated digital representations of the planet. Designed to provide an ultra-high-resolution digital twin of Earth, Destination Earth aims to help policymakers, scientists, and public institutions better understand, anticipate and respond to climate change and extreme weather risks across Europe and beyond. Irina Sandu, Director of Destination Earth at ECMWF, highlighted the significance of the project: “Destination Earth is, above all, a collaborative European effort. It brings together expertise in Earth system modelling, software engineering, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence. “By pooling resources and working closely with our partners, we are building capabilities that complement existing national and European services and help European institutions and Member States prepare for the challenges posed by climate change and extreme events.” Digital twins for climate and extreme weather At the heart of Destination Earth are advanced digital twins …