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No. 1 American City Revealed In New Survey No. 1 American City Revealed In New Survey
No. 1 American City Revealed In New Survey They’re vibrant, unforgettable, and according to thousands of travelers, worth visiting again and again. Travel + Leisure has unveiled its 2025 list of the world’s best cities, based on votes from its readers — and one destination in Mexico claimed the top spot for the second year in a row. The annual rankings spotlight cities that blend atmosphere, history, hotels, dining, culture, and bang-for-your-buck value.  In this year’s survey, voters particularly favored cities in Asia and Latin America, with seven of the top 10 located in Asia and six in Latin America. While beloved global …

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by Joe Lombardi
Real Estate
Iconic CT Hotel Hits Market With No Strings Attached Iconic CT Hotel Hits Market With No Strings Attached
Iconic CT Hotel Hits Market With No Strings Attached A major piece of downtown Hartford real estate is officially up for grabs.  The Capitol Hotel, a nine-story, 96-room property located directly across from Union Station, is being offered for sale with no brand or management ties, making it a blank canvas for new owners. The Capitol Hotel sits at 424-440 Asylum Street and 22 Union Place, right at the edge of the city’s transportation heart, within walking distance of trains and buses and minutes from I-91 and I-84. That access makes it ideal for any new owners considering converting the hotel into apartments or condos.  The hotel …

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by Josh Lanier
News
Travel Advisory Issued For Popular Exotic Destination By State Department: Here's What To Know Travel Advisory Issued For Popular Exotic Destination By State Department: Here's What To Know
Travel Advisory Issued For Popular Exotic Destination By State Department: Here's What To Know The US State Department is advising Americans who plan on traveling to a popular exotic beach destination in Asia.  The advisory cites the increased risk of “terrorism and natural disasters” in Indonesia and has classified the nation with a Level 2 Travel Advisory of “Exercise Increased Caution.” However, certain areas in the nation were labeled with the highest travel advisory level, at a Level 4 Advisory of “Do Not Travel.” Travelers are advised to avoid areas such as Central Papua (Papua Tengah) and Highland Papua (Papua Pegunungan) "due to civil unrest." "Terrorists continue…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Here Are Nation's Top Hotels, New Rankings Say Here Are Nation's Top Hotels, New Rankings Say
Here Are Nation's Top Hotels, New Rankings Say U.S. News & World Report has released its 2025 Best Hotels Rankings, evaluating thousands of properties across the country to determine the premier destinations for travelers.  The latest list highlights top-tier accommodations that offer exceptional service, world-class amenities, and high guest satisfaction ratings. While luxury resorts in Hawaii and Colorado dominate the top of the rankings, the Northeast is represented with a standout hotel making its mark among the Top 5 in the country—The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad. What Is NoMad? NoMad, short for "North of Madison Square…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Man Accused Of Killing CT Father At Posh Irish Hotel To Stay In Jail: Report Man Accused Of Killing CT Father At Posh Irish Hotel To Stay In Jail: Report
Man Accused Of Killing CT Father At Posh Irish Hotel To Stay In Jail: Report A 30-year-old Connecticut native who was arrested last week and accused of killing his father at an exclusive Irish hotel will spend at least two more weeks in jail under medical and judicial supervision, according to a news report. Henry McGowan, who grew up in Greenwich, was charged with the murder of John McGowan, a wealthy New Canaan financier who had flown to Ireland to help his mentally ill son last week, authorities said. Related: New Canaan Venture Capitalist Found Dead At Irish Hotel; Son Charged Henry appeared in an Irish court on Monday, Nov. 18, via videoconference, where his a…

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by Josh Lanier