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Forbes
5 hours ago
- Forbes
The Best European Cities For Cycling, According To New Analysis
Young woman in green dress riding a bicycle on a street of Paris, near the Eiffel tower getty Cycling while traveling abroad isn't just a budget-friendly alternative — it's a great way to get a feel for a new city while taking in the landmarks and historic neighborhoods on two wheels. Biking as a form of transportation is more common than ever in many cities, but there are still certain destinations that are more bike-friendly than others. The ferry and cruise operator DFDS looked at a number of popular European cities, looking at factors like cycling infrastructure and designated bike trails, flatness, rain and wind, and social media searches, to best understand the cities that stand out for cyclists while traveling abroad. Here are the best European cities for cycling, according to the new analysis: Young romantic couple of tourists using bicycles near the Eiffel tower in Paris, France getty Is there anything more romantic than a bike ride through the winding streets of Paris? The capital of France earned first spot due to its comprehensive network of over a thousand kilometers of cycling lanes throughout the city, which makes it easy to get to the biggest tourist spots and landmarks via bicycle. It also boasts a flatness score of 9.2, which makes cycling more pleasurable than exerting. Munich earned second place on the list thanks to its network of bike trails in and out of the city center. There are plenty of bike routes that start in the center of town and lead directly out of the city, including the Isar Cycle Path on the River Isar and the M-Wasserweg to Lake Tegernsee. Helsinki HELSINKI, FINLAND: Bicycles for rent in Helsinki, Finland. There are 1400 Alepa bikes in the city. getty The extensive cycle network in Helsinki makes this Finnish city another appealing option for cyclists. The city is easy to get around by bike but also has marked routes in parks and natural landmarks that allow cyclists to enjoy a more leisurely bike ride through its forests rather than just cycling for transportation purposes. Amsterdam Amsterdam might be one of the most famous cycling destinations in the world — and it's easy to see why. There are more than 400 kilometers of cycling paths throughout the city and cycling is one of the main modes of transportation in Holland, which means drivers and pedestrians are used to cyclists and make it easy to get into the flow of cycling culture without necessarily disrupting traffic or local life. Strasbourg Street with cyclists at sunset in Strasbourg, France getty The second French city on the list, Strasbourg boasts more than 600 kilometers of cycling paths throughout the city. In recent years the city has seen a shift from cars to public transportation and cycling as the main form of transportation, which makes cycling through the city pleasant and easy. Frankfurt Frankfurt is the second German city on the list and boasts both cycling lanes for transportation and paths in nature for more pleasant and leisurely bike rides. It boasts 10 kilometers of bike lanes per 10,000 people, which is the third highest on the list. Lyon Bikers passing through Place des Jacobins, Lyon, France getty The third French city on the list, Lyon boasts an impressive 870 kilometers of cycling lanes all over the city. The cycling routes are designed for commuters but can easily get travelers to all the biggest landmarks and historic neighborhoods in the city. Stockholm Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities to get lost in while cycling, the water views juxtaposed against historic buildings and more than a thousand kilometers of bike lanes makes cycling through this city an activity in and of itself even if you're just getting from point A to point B. Ghent Sunrise view on the water channel with beautiful old buildings with woman standing near the bicycles in Ghent city getty The only Belgian city to make the list, it's very common for locals in Ghent to opt to cycle as their main form of transportation over driving. The city has the largest low-traffic pedestrian zone in Europe, which makes it a much more relaxing destination for amateur cyclists. Lille Lille is the fourth French city on the list and earned its spot thanks to the abundance of cycling routes and trails that lead from the city center into the countryside. It has also been accredited with the Accueil Vélo label, affirming even further its status as a cyclist-friendly city.


Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Popular Scots tourist spot crowned BEST attraction in the UK
Scroll down to see what else made the list ALL ABOARD Popular Scots tourist spot crowned BEST attraction in the UK Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR Scots tourist spot has been named as the best in the whole of the UK. Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, today announced the winners of its annual 2025 Travellers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things To Do. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The yacht took top spot in the list of UK attractions 2 The Barcelona spot was number one in the world The awards highlight the highest rated attractions and experiences around the world based on reviews. Kristen Dalton, President of Tripadvisor, said: "With such a huge selection of travel activities and excursions available on the platform, Tripadvisor helps travellers find the experiences that turn a trip into a lifelong memory. "Whether you crave adrenaline or prefer to take things slow, 'The Best of the Best Things to Do' showcases the world's top-rated experiences." Attractions cover everything from natural wonders to man-made marvels and museums, And claiming top spot in the UK is the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh. It also came eighth in Europe and made it onto the World list for the first time at number 12. Queen Elizabeth II's former floating palace, the vessel is now docked in the capital's Leith harbour district and has five meticulously preserved decks to be explored. Visitors start their tour on the second floor of Ocean Terminal where they can discover the history of the Royal Yachts, dating back to 1660, through Britannia's journeys sailing over 1 one million nautical miles, to the ship's role today. Then they follow in the footsteps of Royalty as they step aboard to explore the ship itself. Edinburgh Castle also makes it into the top 10 taking the fifth spot on the UK list. Edinburgh Castle: A Must on Your UK Bucket List! Claiming number one attraction in the world this year is the Basílica de la Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain. Meanwhile, second place goes to the Eiffel Tower in Paris and in third place is the NASA Kennedy Space Centre.


Android Authority
a day ago
- Android Authority
Google Maps is rolling out a new look for the listing page (APK teardown)
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps is getting a few UI tweaks for the listing page. The 'Popular times' section for a location has moved above the reviews section. The options for suggesting an edit, measuring distance, adding a missing place, and adding your business now have proper buttons. When you search for a place in Google Maps, say the Eiffel Tower, you'll see a listing page right under the map. The overview tab on that page contains a variety of information you may want to know, like ticket information, open and closing times, and the best times to visit. It appears Google plans to give this page a bit of a makeover. Authority Insights story on Android Authority. Discover You're reading anstory on Android Authority. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress code. However, it is possible that such predicted features may not make it to a public release. In Google Maps (version 25.29.00.782600971), we noticed a couple of UI tweaks to the overview tab on the listing page. First and foremost, we see that a Material 3 Expressive-like card interface has been adopted. Previously, each piece of information was separated by lines. Old UI Old UI dark mode New UI New UI dark mode You may have also noticed in these screenshots that the 'Popular times' section has been relocated. Before the update, this section appeared under the review summaries. Now it has switched places, appearing right above the reviews portion. Old UI The last change we spotted deals with the options for suggesting an edit, measuring distance, adding a missing place, and adding your business to Google Maps. These options appear in the overview tab when searching for a particular place, such as a city/country, instead of a business. As you can see in the comparison screenshots above, all four of these options are now shown as proper buttons. This wasn't the news we discovered through an APK teardown today. We also spotted that Files by Google could soon improve its search filters. Additionally, Google may give Gemini's overlay a new bouncy animation. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
50 Extremely Rare And Amazing Historical Pictures That Will Completely And Totally Change Your Perspective On The World
it found its home in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty's head was on display at the 1878 Paris World's Fair: is the unfinished portrait of George Washington that was used as a basis for the design of the $1 bill: The portrait was done by Gilbert Stuart, who apparently had something better to do than finish up ol' George's portrait? picture, taken in 1925, shows the passengers on an Imperial Airways flight watching one of the first in-flight movies ever: They're watching a silent film called The Lost World. What do we think of that plane's cabin? Better or worse than today's economy? this is what in-flight entertainment looked like in the 1960s: My neck hurts just looking at this. a trap door on the Sphinx: There's actually a bunch of holes in the Sphinx (do not discuss this sentence in the comments) that mostly lead to nowhere. is how the Eiffel Tower used to get painted — one precariously hoisted guy with a paint bucket at a time: Related: the hours after he died, a death mask was made of Napoleon Bonaparte's face: was the menu served to the third-class passengers aboard the Titanic on the day the ship sank: Put another way, that dinner was the last dinner a whole lot of people ever ate. a peak at what one of those third-class cabins looked like: photo from a Seattle lumberyard in 1919 show just how high stacks of lumber could go in those days: It's as impressive as it is depressing. of lumber, one of the more creative ways bootleggers would hide alcohol during Prohibition was inside trucks lined with wood, complete with a tiny trapdoor: picture, taken in 1946, is one of the first images of Earth ever taken from space: It was captured from a 35-millimeter camera attached to a V-2 rocket. You're, of course, familiar with Mahatma Gandhi... have you ever seen a picture of him as a young man? Here's Gandhi some time in the late 1800s: Looking sharp, Mahatma. picture, from 1930, shows a plane flying over the old city of Baghdad, Iraq: the Battle of Britain in World War II, cows were painted with bright white paint to stop cars from hitting them during the nightly blackouts: is Franz Reichelt sporting a homemade parachute suit that he was confident would save him if he jumped off the Eiffel Tower: On Feb. 4, 1912, he gave it a go. It did not deploy. Related: are what some of the Titanic's lifeboats looked like after they were docked in New York after the ship sunk: Imagine being on one of those in the pitch black night in the middle of the ocean. totally safe device was known as a baby cage, a wire cage suspended out of an apartment window meant to give babies born in cities extra light and air: And probably a lifelong hatred of pigeons. is the Thanksgiving menu that was served at the Plaza Hotel in 1899: What are you going for? Might be partridge and orange jelly tarts for your boy. are the real-life outfits doctors would wear to treat plague patients in the 1600s: Terrifying! is a picture taken during Captain Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova Expedition to the Antarctic. None of the men on the expedition would survive: You can see the ship behind the two men pictured. are some of several disguises that US Intelligence thought Adolph Hitler would use if he managed to go into hiding after World War II: is what Harriet Tubman looked like in old age: is Harrison Schmitt, one of four living men to have set foot on the moon's surface, and the one who did it most recently: Schmitt was part of the 1972 Apollo 17 mission and an absolute pro at the space selfie. Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 was the deadliest earthquake in US history, resulting in the deaths of over 3,000 people. In the aftermath of the disaster, you could literally see where the Earth split along the San Andreas Fault: Related: another picture of a San Francisco street split in two: Awful, awful stuff. is a statue of Anubis, the Egyptian god of the dead, that was found inside the pharaoh Tutankhamun's tomb: Which makes it over 3,000 years old. is the aftermath of the Great Molasses Flood of 1919, a deadly event that claimed the lives of 21 people in Boston after a container holding over two million gallons of molasses burst, sending a wave of molasses several feet high through the city streets: It sounds like it's funny, but I assure you: it is not. is 455 pound Piet van der Zwaard AKA the "fattest man in Europe" in 1955: colorized picture of Ramses II's Great Temple at Abu Simbel in Egypt, taken circa 1865, shows just how enormous the colossal statues in front of the entrance are: This is what that same statue looked like before the years of sand that accumulated around it was cleared out: X-ray, taken by Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen, is the first X-ray ever: Well, one of the first. It's of his wife's hand. is what Chicago's Eureka Building looked like after a winter fire was put out by the Fire Department: Like something out of a fantasy book. he was James Bond, Sean Connery competed in the Mr. Universe pageant in 1953: is allegedly the death mask of William Shakespeare: The mask itself was made in 1616, the same year Shakespeare died, and was discovered in 1849. There's a whole lot of controversy whether it's Bill or not. we're on the subject, this is the death mask of Ludwig van Beethoven: That, we are sure of. is the View Phone, a video phone developed by Toshiba in 1964 that allowed for real-time proto-FaceTiming: the Brewster armor suit, one of the first fully functional suits of body armor designed for World War I combat: All I'll say is you better not let Gru see you wearing that. Related: is how huge the entrance to the Roman Temple of Bacchus is: It's located in Lebanon. See that little speck down there? That's a person. The Romans pulled out all the stops for the god of wine. a vintage picture of a redwood tree showing just how huge they are: is a picture of a newly built telephone tower, complete with a ridiculous amount of wires, in Sweden, circa 1886: is the personal water closet of the last German emperor, Kaiser Wilhelm II: What a beautiful toilet. Absolutely stunning. is the pistol Gavrilo Princip used to kill Archduke Franz Ferdinand and set off World War I: This pistol led to the deaths of over 16 million people. this is the car Franz Ferdinand was driving in: when people were so inclined to do so, this was one way to board and travel by blimp: camouflage, known as "dazzle camouflage," was extremely popular during World War I: It wasn't used to blend in, but because its "patterns would make it more difficult to figure out the ship's size, speed, distance and direction." probably familiar with the front of King Tut's iconic death mask: this is what the back looks like: World War II, babies in England were fitted with baby-sized gas masks that were comically large: Not baby-sized at all! is a room full of competitors at the 1980 Space Invaders video game world championships: finally, this is apparently an eighth grade test from 1912. Are you passing it? Feel free to describe the heart in the comments. 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Business Insider
4 days ago
- Business Insider
I've worked on cruise ships for years. Here are 9 things you need to know before booking your vacation.
With endless amounts of food, world-class entertainment, and dreamy ocean views, cruises sound like a dream getaway for many. They can be pretty great. However, booking a cruise isn't always so simple. Take it from me — I've worked aboard a range of ships for several years. Here are a few things I think you should know before planning your next at-sea vacation. Not everything is included in your original fare It's a common misconception that cruises are all-inclusive. Although most cruise lines include your room accommodations and unlimited food from the buffet and dining room, some things will cost extra. For example, alcoholic beverages are usually not included, so you'll have to purchase a drink package or buy cocktails à la carte, which can add a hefty bill to your getaway. Other things, such as WiFi, shore excursions, spa services, specialty dining, and professional photos, also typically cost extra — so make sure to budget for what you'll want to add to your experience. There are certain times of the year when the waters are rockier With massive ships out there longer than the Eiffel Tower is tall, you'll almost never notice that you're floating in the middle of the sea. However, rough waters can remind you in the worst way that you're on a boat. When planning your cruise, try not to book your trip during typically stormy seasons, especially if you're prone to seasickness. For example, consider avoiding cruises that sail in the Caribbean during its hurricane season or on the Atlantic Ocean in the winter, when seas can be rough. Some port stops are shorter than guests expect Port stops are an awesome way to explore multiple countries in one trip. It's pretty common for guests to get about eight hours in a port, but sometimes ships will only stay in one place for half a day. This is usually due to port rules or the set itinerary, since the boat needs to make it to the next stop in time. Make sure to check the itinerary times before booking your cruise if you're hoping to spend more time in a specific port. You may have to sit with other guests at dinner Although this tradition is becoming outdated, there are still instances where you may have to share a large table at dinner with other guests. Sometimes, this assignment is given to you before the cruise. Although many enjoy the experience of getting to know other passengers, don't worry if you want to keep your group separate — just talk to maître d' once you board to request a new table assignment. The port arrival time listed on the itinerary is not when you'll be able to exit the ship I've seen many disappointed passengers book excursions with outside operators and assume the arrival time listed is when they'll be allowed to go ashore. The arrival time is just when the ship officially docks at the port. The vessel must then undergo an inspection from local authorities and receive clearance before letting passengers off, which can take anywhere between 20 minutes to over an hour. If you want a more accurate idea of when you'll be able to leave, look for the "gangway clearance estimation" time, which will typically be listed in the ship's activities guide. You can't keep the alcohol that you buy in ports with you on the ship Your plan to buy 14 bottles of Mexico's finest tequila and do shots in your stateroom later likely won't be possible. Typically, alcohol purchased onshore will have to go through a scanner upon reentry to the ship and will be checked in with security until the end of the cruise. In many cases, it will be delivered to your stateroom on the last evening of the cruise. There may be formal and themed nights, so you should pack accordingly Although adhering to these dress codes is often optional, I can't tell you how many guests have told me they wish they knew there was a formal or themed evening, like 1970s night. All of the entertainment information is usually listed on the cruise line's app or website prior to the sailing, so make sure to check it before you pack. Your cabin may not look how you expect Cabins on cruises range from small, inside rooms with no windows to suites as big as a condo apartment. Either way, read reviews online and make sure you see physical pictures of the type (or class) of cabin you book — especially if you do it through a travel agency — so you know what you're getting. It's a much different experience to book a room with two sets of bunk beds and no window versus one with a picturesque balcony and individual beds. Gratuity is automatically added for each passenger, but you can change it Guests usually check their bill on the last day of the cruise and panic when they see gratuity charges under each person's name. On most cruises, gratuity is automatically calculated at a per-person, per-day rate for your servers and housekeeping crew, but you can change the amount by talking to the guest-services desk. Just be sure to consider the crew before lowering it — they are very hardworking. This story was originally published on November 7, 2021, and most recently updated on July 18, 2025.