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This week we scale the Eiffel Tower with its managing director Patrick Branco-Ruivo. What are his tips for visiting? His favourite view? And what would he ask if he had Gustave Eiffel himself on the telephone? Join us on this exciting opportunity to explore one of the world's most iconic landmarks with the maestro behind it all. And hang around - we'll get some exclusive access to the underground section at the end. Find the video version of this chat (in short and long form) on this link soon: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheEarfulTower Music by Pres Maxson. *********** The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its members. From $10 a month you can unlock almost endless extras including bonus podcast episodes, live video replays, special event invites, and our annually updated PDF guide to Paris. Membership takes only a minute to set up on Patreon, or Substack. Thank you for keeping this channel independent. For more from the Earful Tower, here are some handy links: Website Weekly newsletter Walking Tours
The Coldplay affair has united every corner of the internet. But there's more to the story then meets the eye with strangers profiting, fake statements, and AI generated content. Mia's feeling conflicted to say the least, and she needs to talk about it. And newsflash: Holly's back from her European Grand Tour—and just in the nick of time. An exclusive look at Gwyneth Paltrow: The Biography has dropped with strange details about her early life and career that our Gwyneth correspondent is desperate to fill us in on. Plus, main character energy is ruining our public spaces. People are pooing in public pools and Jessie is demanding more information about it while Holly reports on her firsthand experience with over-tourism in 2025—and how this might all be our new norm. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Salt Path Scandal That Blew Up Listen: The Lies That We're Allowed To Tell Listen: The Missing Minute & The Missing Body Listen: What Is Going On With Justin Bieber? Listen: Microefficiencies & The Politics Of A Mean Group Chat Listen: Should Your Family Divorce Your Ex Too? Listen: The Sex Chat No Woman Wants To Have Parenting Out Loud: Sleep Divorce, 'Hopeless' Dads & Goodnight To The Bedtime Story Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: Winona Ryder and Gwyneth Paltrow's brutal friendship break-up is the stuff of Hollywood legend. The truth about Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow's breakup is out. It was the 'affair' tens of millions of us watched. Now there's been an update. 'Like the woman we’re thinking about after the "affair" video, I was the wife who was left behind.' 'As a travel writer, this is how you can see Europe on a budget.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you compiled a list of all the things you'd like to see but haven't, it would be quite long. Consider the Great Wall of China, the Eiffel Tower, or even the end of war or a cure for cancer. But you might be surprised to know that there's one thing that God hasn't seen.
Host Meg Wolitzer presents a quartet of summer stories. Umberto Eco endures trial by mini bar in “How to Travel with a Salmon,” read by Jin Hah. A scenic getaway turns eerie in Elizabeth Spencer's “The Weekend Travelers,” read by Campbell Scott. Life looks up—way up—for an overworked restaurant owner in “The Man, The Restaurant, and the Eiffel Tower,” by Ben Loory, read by Stana Katic. And upper-class “frenemies” have a reckoning in Edith Wharton's “Roman Fever,” read by Maria Tucci.
Tonight, your little one can fall asleep to dreams of a pug in Paris, picnicking and listening to the sweet accordion music drifting past the Eiffel Tower. With soothing rhymes, soft sounds and repetitions, your tots will sleep soundly through the night. Upgrade to Koala Tots Plus for uninterrupted ad-free listening, and access to bonus compilation episodes that will keep your little one sleeping all night long. It takes two taps ⭐️https://koalatots.supercast.com Please hit follow and leave us a review.
Today we're stepping into the world of understated glamour, playful elegance, and celebrating 100 years of Parisian magic at Le Bristol Paris. Opened in 1925 during the Roaring Twenties, this legendary Palace hotel has quietly hosted history— from movie stars to fashion icons and modern-day royals. And through it all, Le Bristol has remained a joyful, ever-evolving symbol of true French hospitality. Joining me is Managing Director Luca Allegri, and we're diving into what makes this icon so beloved—from rooftop swims and hidden ateliers to heartwarming guest stories and the subtle magic of waking up in a suite above the City of Light. So grab a glass of champagne—or maybe a croissant—and enjoy this très chic episode of Luxury Travel Insider. Looking to book a luxury hotel? Get special perks and support the podcast by booking here: https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sarahgroen/travel/luxury-hotels If you want our expert guidance and help planning a luxury trip with experiences you can't find online, tell us more here and we'll reach out: https://bellandblytravel.com/book-a-trip/ Learn more at www.luxtravelinsider.com Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn
If you like to take travel style photos on vacation, then half the fun of travel is planning what you're going to wear. And while we love a good outfit-of-the-day #OOTD selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower or Cinderella Castle, there's something even better than scattered snaps: a thoughtfully curated travel lookbook. It's part mood board, part memory keeper and part style savior—and when done right, it's as functional as it is fashionable.Whether you're island-hopping in Greece or road-tripping on Route 66, here's how to turn your travel outfits into a wearable lookbook that makes packing easier, boosts your style confidence, and levels up your Instagram social game.Why a Travel Lookbook Helps with Packing and StylePacking for a trip can be as overwhelming as choosing your airplane seat. To help make the process a little easier (and hopefully more fun), a travel lookbook is your cheat sheet. When you plan your outfits ahead of time, you avoid overpacking, underdressing, or ending up with five pairs of pants and zero tops that match.A lookbook forces you to think in terms of outfits, not items, so everything in your suitcase pulls its weight. You'll feel more put together, and you won't waste precious vacation time figuring out what to wear. Note: If you're wondering how a lookbook differs from a capsule wardrobe, read this post.If you create pre-trip look book, you'll never again be asking yourself “why did I pack this?”Start with a Mood Board (Pinterest is Your Best Friend)Before you even open your suitcase, create a visual game plan. Pinterest is the MVP here. Start a board for your trip and pin anything that feels right—colors, landscapes, street style and of course, pieces from the 1923 Main Street® collection that reflect your destination's vibe.Heading to Italy? Think neutral tones with a pop of lemon. Bali? Light, breathable layers and earthy textures. A Canadian Rockies getaway? Cozy layers, vintage washes, and a splash of outdoorsy charm A Walt Disney World vacation? Subtle Disney style is your friend. Your mood board becomes a visual style compass. It helps you stay cohesive, focused and inspired when building your lookbook. It's also a lot more fun to scroll for ideas and themes online that to look aimlessly through your closet.Documenting Outfits as Part of the Travel ExperienceFor a lot of travelers, outfits are a key part of the journey. Just like that amazing pastry you had in Paris or the hiking trail you conquered in Utah, your travel wardrobe tells a story. So make sure that you set yourself up to capture it well.Snap a quick mirror shot before heading out, get a street-style pic mid-day, or ask your travel buddy for a few candids. You don't need a professional shoot—natural moments look much better almost every time.To level up your vacation outfit game, use your phone's photo album or an app like Stylebook to save outfit photos and notes (weather, comfort level, what you'd tweak next time). This turns your lookbook into a functional archive for future trips.Tag, Post, Repeat: Boosting Social Engagement with Your LookbookSharing your lookbook on social media isn't just for the ‘gram—it's a way to connect with fellow travelers, inspire future trips and grow your personal brand with truly unique content (yes, even if it's just for fun).To get the most from your lookbook style, mix up your posts. Try a carousel of outfits, make a Reel of your daily looks, or do a “what I packed vs. what I wore” TikTok.Every time you post, you're not just showing off your look—you're contributing to a global style story. And if there's one thing that people love to like on social media, it's travel outfits.Make It Personal, Make It PracticalCreating a travel lookbook isn't about being perfect or matching every trend. It's about feeling confident, having fun and making memories—in style. Whether you're a visual planner or a spontaneous packer, a little forethought goes a long way.So next time you're prepping for a trip, think beyond the selfie. Start a mood board, build your looks around your favorite 1923 Main Street staples, and create a travel lookbook that's not just wearable—but shareable, memorable and 100% you.Shop at 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Travel Style Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com.Shop unique and original travel inspired and subtle Disney travel clothing, including t-shirts, sweatshirt, hoodies and more at 1923 Main Street.Follow along on X, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and always remember to roam freely and wear boldly.Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
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Sid Rosenberg, Host of Sid & Friends in the Morning, calls into his own program while away on vacation in Europe, reflecting on his visits to historical sites like Versailles and the Eiffel Tower, observing France's Bastille Day celebrations, and confronting the European heat wave without air conditioning. Sid shares encounters with tourists and locals, most notably their opinions on various political figures, including Curtis Sliwa and French President Emmanuel Macron. Rosenberg also addresses his daughter's experiences facing anti-Semitism while attending university in Wales, discussing her upcoming graduation, for which the Rosenberg family traveled to the U.K. to attend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bible Reading: Hebrews 11:13-16Kenzie snapped one last picture of the Eiffel Tower. "It's so beautiful against the sunset!" She sighed. "I can't believe this is our last night here." "I know," Mom said. "Though I'm actually excited to be going home." "But this has been the best vacation ever," said Kenzie's sister, Aubrey. "I'm going to miss Paris." "All right, everyone," Dad said. "It's getting late. We'd better head back to the hotel to eat our last dinner here in France." Kenzie turned to follow him and accidentally bumped into a man with a touring cap and backpack. "Oh, I'm so sorry!" she said. The man glanced at her, said something in French, and moved past them. Kenzie giggled quietly. "You know what I'm looking forward to about going home? Being able to speak the language. I can't understand what French people say--and they can't understand me!" "Yeah," Aubrey said. "We really don't fit in here, do we?" "I'm looking forward to sleeping in my own bed again," Mom said. "And not living out of a suitcase anymore," Dad chimed in. "Sounds like we all agree," said Aubrey. "Paris is great, but it's not home." When they reached their hotel, they got a table at the restaurant downstairs. "You know what?" Dad said. "Our conversation earlier reminded me of something. Just like we're visitors here in France, the Bible says that Christians are visitors in the world. Our real citizenship is in heaven, not here on earth." "That makes sense," Aubrey said. "We don't always fit in here on earth because we're living for a different world," Dad went on. "We have different values and priorities because we're citizens of God's kingdom.""And someday He'll bring us there, right?" asked Kenzie. Dad nodded. "When Jesus returns and makes everything new, we'll live with Him in His heavenly kingdom forever. But we're also living as citizens of His kingdom now. Jesus saved us from sin and made us His people so we can experience the joy of knowing Him and let others know they can have an eternal home with Him too." Kenzie nodded. "I'm excited to go home to America, but I'm even more excited for my eternal home!" –Lucy AlessioHow About You?Do you ever feel like you don't fit in here in this world? Do you find the things that other people think are most important are not what bring joy and meaning to your life? The Bible tells us that, as Christians, we're just travelers here on earth. Our citizenship--our true home--is with Jesus. Don't be afraid to live differently in this world, knowing that heaven is where you truly belong. Today's Key Verse:But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ. (NIV) (Philippians 3:20)Today's Key Thought:Christians are citizens of heaven
Skyscrapers aren't just engineering marvels, they're intellectual property battlegrounds where creativity meets the courtroom. Welcome to the fascinating world where distinctive buildings become trademarked brands, architectural blueprints trigger million-dollar lawsuits, and even tourist photographs might infringe copyright.Our journey begins with trade dress protection for buildings so distinctive they function as logos. The Hard Rock Hotel's 450-foot guitar shape earned trademark protection for being "inherently distinctive." At the same time, the geometrically interesting Palacio del Rio learned the hard way that being architecturally notable isn't enough, you need instant brand recognition. When your building makes people stop and stare, it might just be eligible for trademark protection.We then explore the often-overlooked protection for architectural plans. Blueprints aren't merely technical documents but creative works with automatic copyright protection. From the UK to Canada to Australia, courts have awarded substantial damages when developers use another's plans without permission. The message is clear: copying isn't just copying and pasting, using someone's creative layout without authorization is litigation waiting to happen.The laws governing the photography of buildings create another layer of complexity. "Freedom of panorama" determines whether you can snap, share, or sell images of buildings in public spaces, with drastically different rules worldwide. The Eiffel Tower exemplifies this peculiar legal landscape, the structure itself is in the public domain. Still, its twinkling lights remain under copyright protection, meaning your nighttime Paris photo could technically require permission for commercial use.Perhaps most fascinating is the tension between owning a building and owning its design. When a Brazilian paint company used a home's image on product labels with the owner's permission but without consulting the architect, the courts sided with the architect. Similarly, when a German museum planned renovations requiring the removal of an architectural art installation, the Federal Court had to weigh property rights against creative moral rights.Whether you're an architect protecting your vision, a developer navigating permissions, or simply someone who appreciates beautiful spaces, understanding these intersecting legal frameworks helps you navigate the built environment more responsibly. Because great design deserves more than admiration, it deserves legal protection, proper credit, and sometimes, a really good lawyer.Subscribe now to explore more intellectual property frontiers where creativity and commerce collide in unexpected ways.Send us a text
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In this episode of Busy Gallivanting, I'm revealing the secrets of Paris—my favorite lesser-known tours and hidden experiences from my recent solo trip. While Paris might not have completely won me over, these off-the-beaten-path adventures made me see the city in a whole new way.From a Paris ghost tour that dives into the eerie side of the city's history to a speakeasy crawl through hidden cocktail bars and a tucked-away fragrance museum, I'm sharing the moments that surprised me most—and reminded me why I love traveling solo.I also reflect on iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Versailles, and how pairing those classic sights with slower, more curious wandering created a richer, more memorable experience.If you're planning a trip and looking for unique things to do in Paris, this episode is for you.
Some visitors can be so shocked by the reality of Paris compared to their expectations that they can experience psychiatric breakdowns or symptoms such as hallucinations, depersonalization, anxiety, dizziness and nausea. This is known as the Paris Syndrome. Romance, sophistication, croissants and sipping fine wine with the Eiffel Tower in the background spring to mind when thinking of a visit to Paris. With such a romanticized notion of the French capital, it's no surprise that this remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with 33 million expected in 2022, according to Le Monde. But it seems that the reality of Paris is more than what some visitors' stomachs can handle. Why do some visitors have such unrealistic expectations of Paris? How do you actually explain the physical symptoms? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! Date of first release : August 24th, 2022 To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves? What are the health benefits of using sex toys? Which foods should I avoid after their expiry date? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 20/8/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fluent Fiction - French: Parisian Stillness: Finding Art in Observation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-07-06-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil brille vivement sur Paris en ce jour d'été.En: The sun shines brightly over Paris on this summer day.Fr: C'est le jour de la fête nationale.En: It is the national holiday.Fr: Le Café de la Paix est animé.En: Le Café de la Paix is bustling.Fr: Les clients sont nombreux, heureux et bavardent avec enthousiasme.En: The customers are numerous, happy, and chatting with enthusiasm.Fr: Dans un coin, près de la fenêtre, Julien est assis, une béquille à ses côtés.En: In a corner, near the window, Julien is sitting, a crutch by his side.Fr: Son visage montre une légère grimace de douleur chaque fois qu'il bouge.En: His face shows a slight grimace of pain every time he moves.Fr: Julien est un jeune artiste.En: Julien is a young artist.Fr: Aujourd'hui, il doit faire face à un défi.En: Today, he must face a challenge.Fr: Sa cheville foulée le cloue sur place.En: His sprained ankle keeps him in place.Fr: Il regarde par la fenêtre, sa chaise orientée vers la rue où les passants se pressent pour les festivités.En: He looks out the window, his chair oriented towards the street where people are hurrying for the festivities.Fr: À l'intérieur, l'arôme des croissants chauds se mêle aux éclats de rire des clients.En: Inside, the aroma of warm croissants mingles with the bursts of laughter from the customers.Fr: Sophie, son amie dévouée, est à ses côtés.En: Sophie, his devoted friend, is by his side.Fr: « Ne t'inquiète pas, Julien.En: "Don't worry, Julien.Fr: Parfois, il faut rester immobile pour voir vraiment », dit-elle avec un sourire encourageant.En: Sometimes, you have to stay still to truly see," she says with an encouraging smile.Fr: Elle pose un café crème devant lui.En: She places a café crème in front of him.Fr: Sur une table voisine, Marc, son mentor, observe les gestes hésitants de Julien avec bienveillance.En: At a neighboring table, Marc, his mentor, observes Julien's hesitant gestures with kindness.Fr: « Observe, Julien.En: "Observe, Julien.Fr: L'inspiration ne réside pas seulement dans l'autre bout de la ville », conseille Marc en hochant la tête.En: Inspiration doesn't only reside on the other side of the city," advises Marc, nodding.Fr: Julien soupire, son cahier à dessin ouvert devant lui.En: Julien sighs, his sketchbook open before him.Fr: Il regarde la scène devant ses yeux : une famille en quête d'une table, une vieille femme avec son chien, un couple amoureux partageant un dessert.En: He looks at the scene before his eyes: a family searching for a table, an old woman with her dog, a couple in love sharing a dessert.Fr: Lentement, il commence à dessiner.En: Slowly, he begins to draw.Fr: Ses croquis capturent des moments, des expressions, des histoires.En: His sketches capture moments, expressions, stories.Fr: Au fur et à mesure que le jour cède la place à la nuit, les rues s'illuminent.En: As the day gives way to night, the streets light up.Fr: Les rires deviennent plus forts, remplis de joie.En: The laughter grows louder, filled with joy.Fr: Chaque table du café est occupée, chacune raconte une histoire unique.En: Every table at the café is occupied, each tells a unique story.Fr: Puis, cela arrive.En: Then, it happens.Fr: Les premières fusées éclatent dans le ciel, des éclats de couleurs jaillissent au-dessus de la tour Eiffel.En: The first fireworks burst into the sky, sprays of color erupt above the Eiffel Tower.Fr: Julien s'arrête, émerveillé.En: Julien pauses, amazed.Fr: Il prend son crayon et, malgré sa cheville, retrouve une énergie nouvelle.En: He takes his pencil and, despite his ankle, finds newfound energy.Fr: Les feux d'artifice dansent sur le papier avec vivacité.En: The fireworks dance on the paper with vivacity.Fr: Le temps s'arrête.En: Time stops.Fr: Julien capte chaque mouvement, chaque lumière éclatante.En: Julien captures every movement, every brilliant light.Fr: Il découvre l'étincelle de créativité qu'il cherchait.En: He discovers the spark of creativity he was seeking.Fr: Quand le spectacle s'achève, il repose son crayon, le cœur réjoui.En: When the show concludes, he sets down his pencil, his heart delighted.Fr: Julien sourit à Sophie et Marc.En: Julien smiles at Sophie and Marc.Fr: « J'ai trouvé ce que je cherchais.En: "I found what I was looking for.Fr: Merci de m'avoir montré que l'immobilité peut être une source d'inspiration.En: Thank you for showing me that stillness can be a source of inspiration."Fr: » Marc sourit, satisfait.En: Marc smiles, satisfied.Fr: « Très bien fait, Julien.En: "Very well done, Julien."Fr: » Ainsi, dans la douce clarté du Café de la Paix, Julien commence une nouvelle série de peintures, inspirée par ces moments observés.En: Thus, in the gentle light of Le Café de la Paix, Julien begins a new series of paintings, inspired by these observed moments.Fr: Ses esquisses racontent Paris d'une façon nouvelle.En: His sketches tell the story of Paris in a new way.Fr: Parfois, à travers le calme et la contemplation, le monde révèle ses plus belles histoires.En: Sometimes, through calm and contemplation, the world reveals its most beautiful stories. Vocabulary Words:the crutch: la béquillethe grimace: la grimaceslight: légèreto sprain: foulerthe ankle: la chevilleto mingle: se mêlerthe aroma: l'arômethe devoted friend: l'amie dévouéethe mentor: le mentorthe gesture: le gestethe inspiration: l'inspirationto sigh: soupirerthe sketchbook: le cahier à dessinthe sketch: le croquisto capture: capturerto illuminate: illumineramazed: émerveilléthe fireworks: les feux d'artificethe spark: l'étincellethe creativity: la créativitédelighted: réjouito set down: reposerto advise: conseillerdespite: malgréthe stillness: l'immobilitéthe burst: l'éclatto observe: observerhesitant: hésitantto discover: découvrirto nod: hocher
Fluent Fiction - French: Finding Home Again: Étienne's Parisian Reunion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-07-05-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil brille sur Paris en ce doux après-midi d'été.En: The sun shines on Paris in this gentle summer afternoon.Fr: Un vent léger caresse la surface de la Seine, transportant l'arôme des croissants frais jusqu'au café animé où Étienne s'installe.En: A light breeze caresses the surface of the Seine, carrying the aroma of fresh croissants to the lively café where Étienne settles in.Fr: Il observe les passants tout en sirotant son café, songeant à sa ville natale qu'il retrouve après un long voyage à l'étranger.En: He observes the passersby while sipping his coffee, thinking about his hometown, which he returns to after a long journey abroad.Fr: Étienne a choisi ce café au bord de la Seine pour rencontrer Anaïs et Luc.En: Étienne chose this café by the Seine to meet Anaïs and Luc.Fr: Leur dernier rendez-vous remonte à plusieurs mois.En: Their last meeting dates back several months.Fr: Depuis, il lui semble qu'une vie entière s'est écoulée.En: Since then, it feels as if an entire lifetime has passed.Fr: Étienne sourit doucement en voyant Anaïs entrer.En: Étienne smiles softly when he sees Anaïs enter.Fr: Elle dégage toujours cette énergie chaleureuse et rassurante.En: She always exudes that warm and reassuring energy.Fr: Avec elle, chaque moment est simple et vrai.En: With her, every moment is simple and true.Fr: Luc arrive peu après, une guitare sur le dos et un sourire aux lèvres.En: Luc arrives a little later, a guitar on his back and a smile on his face.Fr: "Salut, tout le monde!" s'exclame-t-il, s'asseyant avec aisance.En: "Hey everyone!" he exclaims, sitting down comfortably.Fr: Tous trois échangent des regards complices, leurs rires résonnant bientôt dans le café.En: The three of them exchange knowing glances, their laughter soon echoing in the café.Fr: Rapidement, la conversation dérive sur les changements récents.En: Quickly, the conversation drifts to recent changes.Fr: Anaïs parle de sa boutique qui commence à attirer plus de clients.En: Anaïs talks about her shop that is starting to attract more customers.Fr: Elle désire la stabilité que son enfance n'avait pas offerte.En: She desires the stability that her childhood did not offer.Fr: Luc, lui, raconte ses doutes concernant sa carrière musicale.En: Luc, on the other hand, shares his doubts about his musical career.Fr: "Je ne sais jamais ce que demain réserve," dit-il en plaisantant, mais avec un soupçon de sincérité.En: "I never know what tomorrow holds," he says jokingly, but with a hint of sincerity.Fr: Étienne écoute, le cœur partagé entre la joie de les retrouver et une mélancolie inattendue.En: Étienne listens, his heart torn between the joy of seeing them again and an unexpected melancholy.Fr: "Tout me semble différent," murmure-t-il, son regard glissant vers l'Eiffel qui se dresse avec majesté au loin.En: "Everything feels different," he murmurs, his gaze sliding toward the Eiffel Tower standing majestically in the distance.Fr: Anaïs pose une main amicale sur le bras d'Étienne.En: Anaïs places a friendly hand on Étienne's arm.Fr: "Tu sais, beaucoup a changé ici aussi. Ce n'est pas toujours facile."En: "You know, a lot has changed here too. It's not always easy."Fr: La tension éclate lorsqu'Étienne se décide enfin à partager ces sentiments qu'il garde pour lui.En: The tension breaks when Étienne finally decides to share these feelings he's been keeping to himself.Fr: "Lors de mon voyage, je me suis senti libre, mais ici… Je me demande si je trouve encore ma place."En: "During my travels, I felt free, but here... I wonder if I still find my place."Fr: Un silence suit ses paroles, lourd et pourtant léger.En: A silence follows his words, heavy yet light.Fr: Luc brise ce silence avec un sourire apaisant.En: Luc breaks this silence with a reassuring smile.Fr: "Étienne, tu fais toujours partie de notre monde. Les choses changent, mais nous restons."En: "Étienne, you are always part of our world. Things change, but we remain."Fr: Devant la sincérité de ses amis, Étienne ressent un réconfort qu'il n'avait pas prévu.En: In front of his friends' sincerity, Étienne feels an unanticipated comfort.Fr: Tous trois se promettent de passer le 14 juillet ensemble, un traditionnel défilé et un feu d'artifice prévus sur les quais.En: The three of them promise to spend July 14th together, with the traditional parade and fireworks planned along the docks.Fr: La journée continue dans le rire et la complicité.En: The day continues in laughter and camaraderie.Fr: Étienne, regardant à travers le café, voit non seulement une ville mais un foyer, avec des amis dont le lien traverse le temps et les changements.En: Étienne, looking across the café, sees not only a city but a home, with friends whose bond transcends time and changes.Fr: Alors que le soleil se couche doucement derrière la tour Eiffel, laissant des rayons orangés danser sur la Seine, Étienne comprend que Paris reste sa maison, évolutive mais fidèle.En: As the sun gently sets behind the Eiffel Tower, leaving orange rays dancing on the Seine, Étienne understands that Paris remains his home, evolving yet faithful.Fr: Il sait maintenant que l'amitié a ce pouvoir unique de redonner un sens précieux et profond, une vérité que la gloire des voyages ne peut égaler.En: He now knows that friendship has this unique power to restore a precious and deep meaning, a truth that the glory of travel cannot equal. Vocabulary Words:the sun: le soleilthe breeze: la brisethe aroma: l'arômethe café: le caféthe hometown: la ville natalethe journey: le voyagethe meeting: le rendez-vousthe glance: le regardthe laughter: le rirethe stability: la stabilitéthe childhood: l'enfancethe doubt: le doutethe hint: le soupçonthe melancholy: la mélancoliethe gaze: le regardthe tension: la tensionthe silence: le silencethe truth: la véritéthe camaraderie: la complicitéthe bond: le lienthe dusk: le crépusculethe majesty: la majestéthe freedom: la libertéthe parade: le défiléthe fireworks: le feu d'artificethe Quai: le quaithe place: la placethe change: le changementthe strength: la forcethe distance: la distance
Fluent Fiction - French: Parisian Proposal: Love's Grand Gesture Under the Eiffel Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-07-03-22-34-01-fr Story Transcript:Fr: L'été à Paris est magique.En: Summer in Paris is magical.Fr: Les rues sont pleines de musique et de rires.En: The streets are filled with music and laughter.Fr: La Tour Eiffel se dresse fièrement au-dessus du Champ de Mars.En: The Eiffel Tower stands proudly above the Champ de Mars.Fr: Aujourd'hui, Émile a une mission spéciale.En: Today, Émile has a special mission.Fr: Il veut demander Juliette en mariage.En: He wants to ask Juliette to marry him.Fr: C'est bientôt le 14 juillet, la Fête Nationale.En: It's almost the 14th of July, the Bastille Day.Fr: L'ambiance est excitante, et les préparatifs pour les feux d'artifice sont partout.En: The atmosphere is exciting, and preparations for the fireworks are everywhere.Fr: Émile est debout, légèrement nerveux.En: Émile stands slightly nervous.Fr: Il a les mains moites à l'idée de parler en public.En: The thought of speaking in public makes his hands sweaty.Fr: Cependant, il sait que c'est le moment parfait.En: However, he knows this is the perfect moment.Fr: Claire, leur amie charmante et pleine de vie, est là pour l'aider.En: Claire, their lively and charming friend, is there to help him.Fr: Elle a promis de rendre ce jour inoubliable.En: She has promised to make this day unforgettable.Fr: Malgré ses réserves, Émile a laissé Claire organiser la journée.En: Despite his hesitations, Émile has let Claire organize the day.Fr: Elle a une personnalité pétillante qui attire l'attention, ce qui inquiète Émile un peu.En: She has a sparkling personality that attracts attention, which worries Émile a little.Fr: Ils arrivent ensemble à la Tour Eiffel.En: They arrive together at the Eiffel Tower.Fr: Claire propose de prendre d'abord un café.En: Claire suggests grabbing a coffee first.Fr: Juliette accepte, souriante, sans savoir ce qui l'attend.En: Juliette agrees with a smile, unaware of what awaits her.Fr: Le soleil brille, les touristes prennent des photos.En: The sun is shining, tourists are taking photos.Fr: L'air est léger, tout semble en place.En: The air is light, everything seems in place.Fr: Après le café, ils se promènent sur le Champ de Mars.En: After the coffee, they stroll across the Champ de Mars.Fr: Encore une fois, Émile sent son cœur battre vite dans sa poitrine.En: Once again, Émile feels his heart beating fast in his chest.Fr: Claire, voyant l'hésitation d'Émile, décide d'attirer l'attention.En: Claire, noticing Émile's hesitation, decides to draw attention.Fr: Elle commence à chanter doucement, puis plus fort.En: She starts singing softly, then louder.Fr: Une petite foule se forme autour d'eux, attirée par la voix de Claire.En: A small crowd gathers around them, attracted by Claire's voice.Fr: C'est le moment.En: This is the moment.Fr: Émile prend une grande inspiration.En: Émile takes a deep breath.Fr: Il s'agenouille devant Juliette.En: He kneels in front of Juliette.Fr: La foule murmure, intriguée.En: The crowd murmurs, intrigued.Fr: Dans la lumière dorée du crépuscule, Émile sort une petite boîte.En: In the golden light of sunset, Émile brings out a small box.Fr: "Juliette, veux-tu m'épouser ?"En: "Juliette, will you marry me?"Fr: demande-t-il, une lueur d'espoir dans les yeux.En: he asks, a glimmer of hope in his eyes.Fr: Juliette est surprise.En: Juliette is surprised.Fr: Elle met une main sur sa bouche.En: She puts a hand over her mouth.Fr: Les yeux brillants, elle répond joyeusement : "Oui, Émile, oui !"En: Her eyes shining, she joyfully replies: "Yes, Émile, yes!"Fr: La foule applaudit et Claire rayonne de fierté.En: The crowd applauds and Claire beams with pride.Fr: Les premiers feux d'artifice illuminent le ciel derrière la Tour Eiffel.En: The first fireworks light up the sky behind the Eiffel Tower.Fr: Émile réalise quelque chose d'important.En: Émile realizes something important.Fr: Malgré ses craintes, il comprit que l'éclat de Claire n'avait pas éclipsé sa sincérité.En: Despite his fears, he understood that Claire's brilliance hadn't overshadowed his sincerity.Fr: L'amour a triomphé, et le jour restera gravé dans leurs mémoires.En: Love had triumphed, and the day would remain etched in their memories.Fr: Ils s'embrassent sous les étoiles, avec la Ville Lumière comme témoin.En: They kiss under the stars, with the City of Light as their witness.Fr: Leurs amis, les inconnus autour, tous célèbrent cet amour naissant.En: Their friends, the strangers around them, all celebrate this blossoming love.Fr: Émile ressentait enfin une paix intérieure et était reconnaissant d'avoir partagé ce moment avec Claire et surtout Juliette.En: Émile finally felt an inner peace and was grateful to have shared this moment with Claire and especially Juliette. Vocabulary Words:the atmosphere: l'ambiancethe mission: la missionspecial: spécialethe preparations: les préparatifsslightly: légèrementnervous: nerveuxthe attention: l'attentionthe personality: la personnalitésparkling: pétillanteto stroll: se promenerthe hesitation: l'hésitationthe crowd: la fouleto kneel: s'agenouillerthe murmur: le murmureintrigued: intriguéethe sunset: le crépusculethe glimmer: la lueurto applaud: applaudirto beam: rayonnerthe pride: la fiertéthe sincerity: la sincéritéto triumph: triompherto etch: graverto kiss: s'embrasserthe witness: le témointhe friends: les amisthe stranger: l'inconnuthe inner peace: la paix intérieureto share: partagergrateful: reconnaissant
Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about why someone lived with a dead family member’s body, OnlyFarts, a couple who was filmed banging in their Airbnb rental, your strange cultural tradition, a couple caught sleeping in the Eiffel Tower, a man runs from a rat, the couple who was crushed by a Denny’s sign, embracing your cringe, a woman who claims the best sex of her life is happening at the age of 65, a badass who got stabbed by an intruder but then stabbed them back with the same knife and more!
What do you do when your childhood dream knocks at your grown-up door? Imagine walking away from your high-powered corporate job to step fully into an almost buried dream—representing Team USA in the Olympics as a breakdancer. This is your front-row seat to the mental, physical, and emotional transformation that comes with choosing the path less traveled—and what it looks like to pursue joy with intention. What You'll Learn: 04:52 The moment Sunny Choi decided to quit her job and go all-in on the Olympics 08:24 How she manifested a dream partnership with Nike 10:40 How breaking helped her transform body shame into self-respect 13:47 Why mental health isn't about “staying positive”—and what actually works 21:51 What it felt like to sail past the Eiffel Tower with LeBron James at the Olympic Opening Ceremony Today, Ginni welcomes Olympian and former Estée Lauder marketing exec turned full-time breakdancer and professional coach, Sunny Choi. As the first American woman to qualify for breaking at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunny's journey from the boardroom to the breaking floor has inspired a global audience. You'll hear about how she overcame internalized pressure to follow the “safe path,” her surprising relationship with routine and mental performance, and what she hopes her journey shows her four young nieces watching from the sidelines. Sunny opens up about her decision to follow her dream, the power of self-expression, and redefining strength and body-image expectations as a female athlete. Connect with Sunny Choi: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_sunnychoi Connect with Ginni: Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com Got a great show topic idea? A guest you'd love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772
A scorching heatwave has forced the Eiffel Tower to temporarily close its summit and led other European landmarks, like Brussels' Atomium, to reduce hours, while several countries have issued heat-related travel advisories. Meanwhile, the U.S. Senate narrowly passed a bill slashing Brand USA's funding from $100 million to $20 million, putting the tourism organization at risk of downsizing amid an ongoing budget crisis. Lastly, Sweden has abolished its air travel tax, drawing praise from airlines that plan to expand operations in the country while seeking to improve their climate impact strategies. Eiffel Tower Shuts As Extreme Heatwave Strikes Parts of Europe Airlines Welcome the End of Sweden's Aviation Climate Tax Senate Votes to Slash Brand USA Funding, Faces Budget Crisis Connect with Skift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/skiftnews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/skift Subscribe to @SkiftNews and never miss an update from the travel industry.
The fire that caused the chaotic shutdown of Heathrow airport in March was likely caused by a “catastrophic” failure of a crucial component at an electricity substation that should have been prevented, Britain's National Energy System Operator (NESO) said in a report on the incident on Wednesday.Also in this episode:Composer and violinist Ellie Wilson on her immersive melody to highlight the fragility of ecosystems under threat from climate change and habitat loss. The 12-minute track is titled Moth X Human and has been made in collaboration with the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology.The FBI have warned that cyber gang, Scattered Spider, are now thought to be targeting the airline industry.E1 Series powerboats make London debut with spectacular display on the Thames.England's warmest June on record and the UK's second warmest temperatures since 1884.Europe's heatwave: the Eiffel Tower shuts its top level, forest fires, and soaring 45+ degree temperatures are recorded in parts of the continent.UK watchmaker gives back time to those who need mental health support.Superman soars 1,000ft over The Shard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trump visits migrant detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" in Florida. The summit of Paris' iconic Eiffel Tower was closed to visitors and hundreds of French schools closed on Tuesday as much of Europe faces its first major heat wave of the summer. Eye on America - Minnesota's Amara's Law is the nation's strictest measure regulating PFAS, or “forever chemicals.” Found in everyday products, the compounds have been linked to cancer and other health issues. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lionel discusses cures for the travel bug as he questions the existence of the Eiffel Tower and talks about street food around the world. He also gets into geoengineering and concerns in the food and health industries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On The Other Side of Midnight, Lionel starts the show off talking about the stupidity of accessories you can't see. He also chats about linguistic fascinations like tongue thrusting and accents and locked up products in stores. Lionel later discusses cures for the travel bug as he questions the existence of the Eiffel Tower and talks about street food around the world. He also gets into geoengineering and concerns in the food and health industries. Lionel spends the third hour talking about deliveries, Curtis Sliwa, insight into radio, travel and much more. Lionel wraps up the show talking to callers about phrases they find irritating, unique skills and the passage if time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this deliciously fun episode, Phil and Jeremy draft their favorite quick service restaurants across Walt Disney World—did your go-to make the list? Then things get wild as they dive into the latest Disney news, including a car taking a surprise swim in the Magic Kingdom parking lot, changes to the Eiffel Tower in Soarin', and how to stay cool when navigating the parks with a bunch of kids in tow. It's a flavorful mix of fun, facts, and a little Florida chaos.
Sometimes the biggest dreams begin in the smallest rooms. Not because the room is grand or the lighting is perfect, but because the vision inside the person is too powerful to stay quiet. Indeed, it's not the size of the space that matters, it's what you dare to believe inside it. The truth is, most dreams don't start with applause. They start in isolation. They start when you feel unseen, unproven, and unsure if anyone will care. But it's in those very moments that character is shaped. When no one is watching, you learn to stay consistent. When there's no audience, you discover if you're doing it for approval or purpose. Greatness rarely shows up looking like a spotlight. It often looks like discipline when you're tired. Courage when you're doubting. Obedience when the outcome is unclear. If you're in a small room wondering if it matters, hold on. This could be the foundation for something greater. So keep showing up not for applause, but because the vision in you won't stay quiet. In this anniversary episode of Time Out with the SportsDr, I'm sharing what it's taken to get here, the setbacks, the growth, the faith, and the community that made it all possible. Four years ago, this podcast started in a quiet basement. Today, I'm standing in front of the Eiffel Tower, filled with gratitude for every step of this journey. This isn't just a celebration, but a reminder that small beginnings can lead to unimaginable impact. “Words are powerful, and if you're not telling yourself what you can do, you can't expect the world to have your back.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:14) Time Out with the SportsDr. Purpose and Vision (00:00:25) Celebrating the 4th Anniversary from Paris (00:01:18) Burnout, balance, and scaling back the podcast (00:01:54) New partnerships & continued community impact (00:03:22) The Three Pillars: Mindset, Assets, and Success (00:05:14) Character, discipline & the process of overcoming (00:06:40) Thank you! (00:07:36) Honoring legacy: A grandfather's pride and vision (00:10:26) The power of affirmation (00:11:31) Listener feedback and the power of impactful conversations (00:14:41) Reaffirming Purpose Key Takeaways: “I'm passionate about mentoring and inspiring young people to dream larger than their current situations.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess “No matter how small it feels to you or how small it appears, you don't know where it's gonna be in four or five years.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess “Continue to put your best foot forward and you never know where it's gonna take you.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess “The code is character, leadership, discipline, and follow-through—under the umbrella of faith.” – Akeem Davis Connect with Dr. William Hill: Website: https://www.youthsportsawards.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareathletesforever/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7313098095280406528/ Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.
When Iron Maiden announced they'd be doing the Run For Your Lives Tour in 2025-26, The Wolf & Action Jackson knew they would have to go see a couple of shows. And when there were only European dates announced for 2025, they knew they needed to dust off their passports because there was no way they would be able to wait 2 years to see the boys on what could be their biggest and best (perhaps last?) greatest hits tour ever. So they chose Stockholm as their European venue because 1) They'd never been to Sweden and 2) Iron Maiden played 2 nights there. Plus the Wolf Cub had been promised by her father that he'd take her to see Maiden in Europe once she was old enough (but was she? Swedish authorities didn't think so but we came up with a work-around). Stockholm was an enchanting land full of beautiful people and a packed house full of Iron Maiden fans for 2 nights of heavy metal classics. We were revved up by Lzzy Hale and Halestorm who held their own on the stage and then treated to the best setlist The Wolf has seen in 30 years of seeing the band live. As The Wolf marked his 9th and 10th IM shows, they were the first without Nicko McBrain on the drums as the band introduced Simon Dawson to the family (though most knew him from Steve Harris' side project British Lion). Besides the Eddies who came out to have fun with the band, the real show was the new video screen behind the stage and on the amplifiers. It set the backdrop for the song like showing the Eiffel Tower during Murders in the Rue Morgue or a creepy graveyard for Fear of the Dark. But they also created some more interactive movies for epics like Rhime of the Ancient Mariner and Hallowed Be Thy Name. While the boys played lights out, the screen enhanced the experience and understanding of the lyrics for folks from the front row to the back of the house. Two truly magic nights in Stockholm which only left us wondering when (and where) would we see our heavy metal heroes again. Check out our new website: Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Twitter Threads Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Iron Maiden announced they'd be doing the Run For Your Lives Tour in 2025-26, The Wolf & Action Jackson knew they would have to go see a couple of shows. And when there were only European dates announced for 2025, they knew they needed to dust off their passports because there was no way they would be able to wait 2 years to see the boys on what could be their biggest and best (perhaps last?) greatest hits tour ever. So they chose Stockholm as their European venue because 1) They'd never been to Sweden and 2) Iron Maiden played 2 nights there. Plus the Wolf Cub had been promised by her father that he'd take her to see Maiden in Europe once she was old enough (but was she? Swedish authorities didn't think so but we came up with a work-around). Stockholm was an enchanting land full of beautiful people and a packed house full of Iron Maiden fans for 2 nights of heavy metal classics. We were revved up by Lzzy Hale and Halestorm who held their own on the stage and then treated to the best setlist The Wolf has seen in 30 years of seeing the band live. As The Wolf marked his 9th and 10th IM shows, they were the first without Nicko McBrain on the drums as the band introduced Simon Dawson to the family (though most knew him from Steve Harris' side project British Lion). Besides the Eddies who came out to have fun with the band, the real show was the new video screen behind the stage and on the amplifiers. It set the backdrop for the song like showing the Eiffel Tower during Murders in the Rue Morgue or a creepy graveyard for Fear of the Dark. But they also created some more interactive movies for epics like Rhime of the Ancient Mariner and Hallowed Be Thy Name. While the boys played lights out, the screen enhanced the experience and understanding of the lyrics for folks from the front row to the back of the house. Two truly magic nights in Stockholm which only left us wondering when (and where) would we see our heavy metal heroes again. Check out our new website: Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Twitter Threads Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Summer is just beginning, but Halloween is coming, what is staying from the 70th during Halloween, a huge book event this weekend, construction updates around the parks, new infrastructure at the entrance, a new Magic Band spot, an adorable dinosaur comes to Pixar Pier, we talk about our Disneyana experience, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is that time of the year to start planning for the Halloween season at Disneyland. Next week, Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on sale. This is a competetive event to get tickets for, so be sure to get in early and pick your dates. Inspire Magic Key holders can get tickets starting on June 24th no earlier then 9am Disneyland time, with all other Magic Key holders having an opportunity starting June 25th. General public sales start on June 26th. Dates start even before the Halloween season on August 17th, and run through October 31st. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2025-halloween-at-disneyland-oogie-boogie-bash-dates-and-more/ There are some other updates on the Halloween season at the resort. For 2025, Halloween Time will start on August 22nd and run through October 31st. Mickey and Minnie will get new outfits for the occasion, as usual. This time they will be a twist on the 70th costumes! Haunted Mansion Holiday is returning, along with Halloween Screams. Over in Disney California Adventure, Luigi's Honkin' Haul-O-Ween, Mater's Junkyard JamBOOree, and Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark are returning. Mickey's Trick and Treat is coming to the Disney Theater for the fall, replacing Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! Of course food and merchandise will be along as well. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2025-halloween-at-disneyland-oogie-boogie-bash-dates-and-more/ With Halloween Time and Disneyland's 70th happening at the same time, you might wonder what is staying from the 70th during the spooky season. Paint the Night, World of Color – Happiness, and Tapestry of Happiness will continue to run throughout the season. Disney says “areas and attractions around the resort will retain special touches, including decorative accents and the colorful castle photo opportunity in the esplanade.” – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2025-halloween-at-disneyland-oogie-boogie-bash-dates-and-more/ This Saturday, a few authors of Disneyland books will be at Wonderground for a book release and signing. Don Hahn and Christopher Merrit will be on hand to sign The Happiest Place on Earth: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney's Disneyland, Martha Blanding and Tim O'Day for Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman's Journey Through the Happiest Place on Earth, Matthew Reinhart for Disneyland Park (a Pop-Up Park Tour), and finally Bob Weis with Dream Chasing: My Four Decades of Success and Failure with Walt Disney Imagineering. The event is from 10am-11:30am. – https://www.micechat.com/417417-disneyland-update-guest-injury-expansion-blues/ A couple of construction items that we have been following at the resort have some updates. Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room has a reopening date of July 3rd! Pixie Hollow has been behind construction walls for a while now, and looks to be returning on June 29th. – https://www.micechat.com/417417-disneyland-update-guest-injury-expansion-blues/ When we were in the parks a few weeks ago, we noticed new lamp posts in front of Main Street Station, by the Mickey floral. Walls are back up in this area to install more of these lamp posts. The new lights look like gas lamps, but use regular bulbs with a mesh over them to give a vintage look. – https://www.micechat.com/417417-disneyland-update-guest-injury-expansion-blues/ We talked about the neat Magic Band touch points around Disneyland in a previous episode, but there was still one location that had not come online yet. The last point in Tomorrowland, themed to Autopia is finally online. This one is a bit of a letdown as this one only makes car noises when activated. – https://www.micechat.com/417417-disneyland-update-guest-injury-expansion-blues/ An update that came to Epcot at Walt Disney World has made its way to DCA! Soarin' Around the World has been updated to fix the skewed Eiffel Tower in the attraction. – https://www.micechat.com/417417-disneyland-update-guest-injury-expansion-blues/ Over on Pixar Pier, the new Rex meet-and-greet is available. Rex is out and looks as adorably scary (if you can say that about Rex). – https://www.micechat.com/417417-disneyland-update-guest-injury-expansion-blues/ SnackChat: Trip Food (Savory Eats Treats) Discussion Topic: Spring 2025 Disneyana Event The Happiest Place on Earth- Chris Merritt and Don Hahn – https://www.laughingplace.com/w/disney-parks/d23-live-stream-happiest-place-on-earth/
This week's categories include: Insects, Acronyms, France, Skyscrapers, and Toys…ALL FOR KIDS!!! Birthday shout outs are for paid Patreon subscribers: https://patreon.com/TriviaforKids610 Survey link: https://www.research.net/r/YTWL9VF Check out our YouTube Channel for our live trivia rounds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeuDif_2Uw1Ovqmh3tvNn-g?sub_confirmation=1 Get your Trivia for Kids merchandise: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TriviaForKidsPodcast
Jutting out of a cold, dank city fog, a massive triangular monolith erupts from the skyline. The city of boxy, concrete apartment blocks below can't match up to the sheer size of this bizarrely shaped building, which reaches 1,083 feet into the sky. Despite its foreboding appearance, it's actually a hotel that's a little taller than France's Eiffel Tower or New York's Chrysler Building. With 3.9 million square feet of usable floor space and 3000 rooms, it's big enough to rival some of the largest hotels in the world! It was even designed to include casinos and nightclubs, so you'd think it'd be bustling with life! But despite its shiny façade, this hotel has never welcomed a single guest, and has actually laid empty for almost 30 years! With all that information, can you guess where this incredibly creepy hotel is? Well, brace yourself, because I promise you're not going to believe what I'm about to tell you. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
John Petrovsky is manager of USGA Green Section Education. He is also the host of the USGA Green Section podcast. We discussed a recent episode about GvX that had an especially insightful quote from Chris Tritabaugh. Also, the U.S. Open, championship golf, clipping volume, and even a bit about MLSN.Links for topics we discussed include:USGA Green Section Record free subscription https://www.usga.org/content/usga/home-page/course-care/green_section_record.htmthe golf course shown with the Eiffel Tower view is Golf de Saint-Cloud, https://www.golfdesaintcloud.com/blog post about GvX and Chris Tritabaugh quote: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/any-kind-anywhere-any-level/ GvX post about zero-handling problem: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/gvx-clippings/ the SI calculator for soil test levels at any probability https://asianturfgrass.shinyapps.io/turfsi/https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/gvx-clippings/ OM246 example reports with tables of normal values by species https://www.asianturfgrass.com/project/om246/ the GSS summary article https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/RG49P how much OM is too much https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/how-much-om-is-too-much/Read more about all kinds of turfgrass topics at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/Find a suite of decision-making tools at https://www.paceturf.org/Get free ATC newsletters at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/newsletter/ Turf Without Borders show page: https://turfwb.asianturfgrass.com/
In this episode of Where We Roam, we're headed to the City of Light! Join John, Dayna, and Shawn as they recap Shawn's unforgettable Paris vacation—an expertly planned 40th birthday getaway filled with artisanal street fare, private food tours through Montmartre, and late-night Eiffel Tower escapades (complete with a flaming tuba performance!). From the Renaissance Arc de Triomphe Hotel to Versailles and the Louvre, we cover it all—plus insider tips on navigating jet lag, booking the best private guides, and curating a Paris itinerary that blends culture, cuisine, and just the right amount of rest. Whether you're dreaming of your first Parisian adventure or looking to elevate your next trip, this episode offers real travel insights from advisors who book these experiences daily.
Dominica's Thea LaFond had a golden 2024. She was one of a handful of athletes who won the World Indoors in March, and then followed it up with an Olympic title at the Games in Paris.That night, the entire population of her native Dominica could have fitted inside the Stade de France. Her gold at the Games was the island nation's first of any colour in any Olympic sport, just as her World Indoor title was their first medal of any colour at those Championships. Having moved to the United States at the age of five, Thea describes how hard it was to adapt to a different kind of life. Dance, and later track and field, helped her with that transition. She remembers trying the Triple Jump for the first time, taking off and doing three ballet-style leaps with straight legs before the coach told her that wasn't the way to do it!Thea has remained a child of both countries, and is rightly proud of everything she's achieved wearing the vest of Dominica. She was their only representative at the Glasgow World Indoor Championships, and then part of a team of just four athletes in Paris.Thea explains how she had the best season of her life just as she was turning thirty, and how the death of her friend and inspiration, Dr Carissa F. Etienne, the Director of the Pan American Health Organization, was a catalyst for that. Thea jumped all season with a yellow ribbon in her hair to remember her fellow Dominican, and says it gave her ‘an extra pair of wings'.Thea tells us about those times when she considered giving up the sport. She worked for six years as a teacher, and was a largely self-funded and part-time athlete during that period.Find out how she won both of 2024's golds despite carrying a knee injury through the season, and how she won in Glasgow and Paris with personal bests in both finals. Plus, how Thea's coach and husband Aaron Gadson's weather forecasting played a key role on the night of the Olympic final.Photo: Dominica's athlete and gold medallist Thea Lafond poses with her medal on stage at the Champions Park at Trocadero during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris on August 6, 2024, with the Eiffel Tower visible in the background. (Credit: AFP via Getty Images)
GOTTA GET READY FOR 28 YEARS LATER!! 28 Weeks Later Full Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects With Danny Boyle & Alex Garland returning with 28 Weeks Later, The Scream Queens TEAM UP with Aaron & Andrew for their 28 Weeks Later Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects Join Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, Aaron Alexander & Andrew Gordon as they return to post-apocalyptic London in Juan Carlos Fresnadillo's sequel 28 Weeks Later. Six months after the Rage Virus outbreak, U.S.-led NATO forces declare District One safe—only for ex-soldier Doyle (Jeremy Renner, The Hurt Locker, Avengers: Age of Ultron), US medical officer Scarlet (Rose Byrne, Bridesmaids, Insidious), and Delta Force sniper Flynn (Harold Perrineau, Lost, The Matrix Reloaded) to be caught in a new surge when Don (Robert Carlyle, Trainspotting, The Full Monty) returns as an asymptomatic carrier and ignites chaos. Alongside Tammy (Imogen Poots, Need for Speed, V for Vendetta) and Andy (Mackintosh Muggleton), they must navigate a burning safe zone, a desperate London Underground escape, and the haunting “kiss-the-carrier” revelation that infects Don's family—culminating in the chilling final shot of infected emerging at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Don't miss the gang's breakdown of every pulse-pounding moment—from Don's horrific rampage and the Safe Zone breach to the harrowing subway siege and emotional family betrayals. Hit like, subscribe, and ring the bell for more in-depth movie reaction and review videos! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Unusual Deaths The history of unusual deaths is a fascinating, if sometimes macabre, collection of bizarre and unexpected demises that span centuries and cultures. These stories often highlight the unpredictable nature of life, the oddities of human behavior, and sometimes, the limits of scientific understanding. While many accounts are well-documented, others exist as legend or have been subject to modern re-evaluation.Deaths by Unforeseen Accidents and Objects:Aeschylus (c. 525/524 – c. 456/455 BC): The ancient Greek playwright is famously (and possibly apocryphally) said to have died when an eagle dropped a tortoise on his bald head, mistaking it for a rock to break the tortoise's shell. Ironically, he was said to have gone outside to avoid a prophecy about a falling object.Hans Staininger (16th Century): The burgomaster of Braunau am Inn, Austria, was known for his extraordinarily long beard (reportedly 4.5 feet or 1.4 meters). He died when he tripped over his own beard during a fire evacuation, breaking his neck. His beard is reportedly still preserved in a local museum.James Betts (1667): An English suitor who, while hidden in a wardrobe by his lover to avoid her father, became trapped and suffocated to death.Adolf Frederick, King of Sweden (1710–1771): This monarch is reported to have died from overeating. On February 12, 1771, after consuming a massive meal of lobster, caviar, sauerkraut, kippers, and 14 servings of his favorite dessert (semla, a sweet bun), he succumbed to digestive problems.Tycho Brahe (1546–1601): The eccentric Danish astronomer reportedly died from a burst bladder after refusing to leave a banquet to relieve himself, considering it impolite. Modern analysis of his remains in 2010 found no evidence of poison, supporting this theory.Clement Vallandigham (1871): A lawyer and politician who accidentally shot himself in court while demonstrating how a victim in a murder case might have shot himself. He was attempting to prove that the victim could have self-inflicted the fatal wound.Franz Reichelt (1912): Known as the "Flying Tailor," Reichelt was an Austrian-born French tailor who died testing his self-designed parachute from the Eiffel Tower. His invention failed, and he fell to his death.Roger Wallace (2002): A 60-year-old man who was flying his 5-foot wingspan remote-control plane when he lost sight of it in the sun. The plane struck him in the chest, killing him.Jose Luis Ochoa (2011): A man in California died after a cockerel (rooster) participating in an illegal cock-fighting match stabbed him in the leg with a knife that had been strapped to it for fighting.Brittanie Cecil (2002): A 13-year-old girl who died from injuries at an NHL game after being struck in the temple by a deflected hockey puck. She was the first and only fan fatality in the league's history.Chandler Hugh Jackson (2005): A 12-year-old boy who died after falling on his 9-iron golf club, which broke and pierced his aorta through his chest.Steve Irwin (2006): The "Crocodile Hunter" and Australian wildlife expert, died after a stingray's barb pierced his chest while he was filming in shallow water off the Great Barrier Reef.Deaths with Mysterious or Disputed Circumstances:Alexander the Great (356–323 BC): Died at the age of 32 after a two-week illness. Theories range from malaria, typhoid fever, or West Nile encephalitis, to even Guillain-Barré syndrome, which could have left him paralyzed and appearing dead before he truly was. His body reportedly showed no signs of decay for six days after his "death." and there's moreGrigori Rasputin (1869–1916):.Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849): The Somerton Man (1948):Elisa Lam (2013): The Dyatlov Pass Incident (1959):#UnusualDeaths, #StrangeDeaths, #BizarreDeaths ,#HistoricalMysteries ,#FatalFollies ,#DeathByDesign, #UnexplainedDeaths ,#MacabreHistory ,#OddDemises, #TrueCrimeStrangeCases, #WhenDeathGetsWeird, #HistoryFacts #CreepyButTrue,
Wine, cigarettes, art hats, mimes, royale with cheese, giving a rimjob to the Eiffel Tower. This is the level of Francophilia you will find in this episode. Our merch store is back, now on TeePublic! Check it out and grab something absurd for you or a friend! Join us in Discord! Check out our Patreon page! Patreon.com/GameThatTune is the home for exclusive content! Special thanks to our ABSURD FAN tier Patreon producers: Daniel Perkey, Sam L, PhoenixTear2121, BeastPond, HCO and Spanky McMasters! 0:00:00 Welcome to Game That Tune! 0:09:31 Game 1 0:14:41 Game 1 Reveal 0:31:17 Game 2 0:41:20 Game 2 Reveal 1:02:06 Game 3 1:05:56 Game 3 Reveal 1:18:48 Game 4 1:25:31 Game 4 Reveal 1:38:52 This Game's Winner Is... 1:49:30 Bonus Music/Outro
Whaddap guys welcome back to the show. It's clay court season and we are in PARIS next to the Eiffel Tower. Always a fun time watching the boys and girls slide around and get dirty. Enjoy the episode and share it with your step-dad. 1:55 - Daniel & Dean tennis update (spoiler alert Daniel has been crushing Dean)8:07 - The Women12:35 - The Men 16:33 - Novak's Struggles17:56 - Novak and Andy BREAKUP OMGGGG21:50 - Joao Fonseca / Tommy / Other shit28:14 - TNT x HBO link up to provide a wonderful product for spectators
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry. Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/otis-ceo-moving-billions-daily-elevator-evolution-and/id1614211565?i=1000710216293&l=nbWhat does it take to lead a company that moves 2.4 billion people every day? In this episode, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Judy Marks, President and CEO of Otis, the world's leading elevator manufacturer. Judy shares insights on innovation, service excellence, and the future of mobility, exploring how Otis is revolutionizing the elevator industry. They explore Otis's role in iconic buildings like the Eiffel Tower, the challenges of spinning off during COVID-19, and her leadership philosophy that supports the company's 44,000 field mechanics. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about moving the world! In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday. The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Teodora Cowie. Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTubeWant to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedInFollow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedInFollow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Mysteries to Die For.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you in the heart of a mystery. All stories are structured to challenge you to beat the detective to the solution. Jack and I perform these live, front to back, no breaks, no fakes, no retakes.The rules for law and order create the boundaries for civil co-existence and, ideally, the backdrops for individuals, families, and companies to grow and thrive. Breaking these rules puts civil order at risk. And while murder is the Big Daddy of crimes, codified ordinances across municipal divisions, counties, states, and countries show the nearly endless ways there are to create mayhem. This season, we put our detective skills to the test. This is Season 8, Anything but Murder. This is Episode 10, large-scale theft is the featured crime. This is Graciela's Gifts by KM Rockwood.Another mystery from KM Rockwood, who has written the Jesse Damon crime novels, and numerous short stories. DELIBERATIONGraciela doesn't know who to trust as she tries to suss who is behind the large-scale theft. Lucky for her, she has us. Here is everyone currently on her “do not trust” list, in the order we met them:Cooper Reynes, security expert, hired to stop Graciela's inventory lossesMichelle, Graciela's friend and first employee, she needs money to help her sister with medical billsRaoul, Graciela's second employee, he works hard to keep the store neatJocelyn, a recent hire, she came from Cooper's recommended agencyLivvy, a recent hire, she also came from Cooper's recommended agencyOfficer Bronkin, investigating similar thefts at other storesNoah, custodian for the strip mall, has access to all the storesGiggling girl, customer, left her wallet in among the pugs Here are the facts swirling in Graciela's mind:Cooper Reynes was recommended by the Chamber of Commerce for his success in reducing thefts. He upgrades his client's security, personally reviewing the footage for problems. Prompted to do an inventory, Graciela and Michelle found significant merchandise loss, including whole cartons of purses and scarvesMichelle and Raoul were with Graciela long before the problem started. Still, they both bring bags to work able to smuggle out product and tend to live paycheck to paycheck.Jocelyn and Livvy are newer employees, hired through a service Cooper recommended.Officer Bronkin is working the case but without much progress. He turns Graciela on to a trick of moving stolen goods using trash dumpsters.Raoul always takes out the trash. He was meticulous like that. Graciela inspected one suspicious box but found only packing peanuts.Graciela found one of her stolen, unique pieces, an Eiffel Tower with a Celtic cross, on an on-line retail site. Graciela's most expensive piece, a diamond accented pug, went missing during the previous day, including after hours. She does not suspect the cleaning crew. The others with after hours access were Cooper and Noah.Noah showed Graciela how to view the security footage, countering Cooper's argument that it was difficult and could overwrite footage. The recent footage showed Livvy taking out trash. Who is ruining the party at Graciela's Gifts and More?About Large-Scale TheftLarge-scale theft is also known as organized retail crime. As you saw in our story, it's the theft of large quantities of products from retailers with the purpose of selling the products. Where shoplifting is committed by individuals for personal use, large-scale theft is a highly organized big business. According to the National Retail Federation, retail losses in 2022 totaled $112...
What does it take to lead a company that moves 2.4 billion people every day? In this episode, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Judy Marks, President and CEO of Otis, the world's leading elevator manufacturer. Judy shares insights on innovation, service excellence, and the future of mobility, exploring how Otis is revolutionizing the elevator industry. They explore Otis's role in iconic buildings like the Eiffel Tower, the challenges of spinning off during COVID-19, and her leadership philosophy that supports the company's 44,000 field mechanics. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about moving the world!In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Teodora Cowie. Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTubeWant to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedInFollow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedInFollow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week- How many metal parts are in the Eifel Tower? Where in the world can you be put in jail for 30 days if you flirt? Who invented the magnetic compass? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy.
Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHNick and Audrey Spitz, are now full-time private detectives after their high profile success 4 years ago. But they find their agency struggling after several failed cases. Turns out, they're not actually very good. One night, while debating their future, they receive an unexpected invitation to a lavish wedding on a private island from their rapper friend from the first movie.During the ceremony, Audrey spots a cloaked figure trailing Vikram's elephant. Suddenly, Vik's bodyguard Lou falls dead from the elephant. Nick suspects it's a distraction and soon witnesses Vik's kidnapping by a masked figure who escapes by boat. The couple figures there must be two baddies: one to create the diversion and another to execute the abduction.The next day, a team of elite investigators led by former MI6 hostage negotiator, and Audrey's personal hero, Connor Miller arrives. The kidnapper calls and demands $70 million. In Paris, Nick and Audrey accompany Miller to the meeting point but are ambushed and forced into a van. A scuffle leads to a crash, and the kidnappers frame the couple. Miller appears to die in a car explosion, but a mysterious thief snatches the briefcase, only to be killed by a second assailant in a garbage truck who steals the money.The duo arranges a final confrontation at the Eiffel Tower. Vik arrives strapped with a bomb, but Nick assumes that the real mastermind wouldn't endanger the ransom. Miller reappears, revealing he faked his death. After Audrey is pulled to the top floor in a struggle, Nick follows, defeats Miller's henchmen, and destroys the bomb's detonator.Miller throws Audrey off the tower while tethered to his harness. Audrey survives, and together they tie Miller's harness to the elevator system, hurling him into his own helicopter's blades, which crashes into the river.Back at the restaurant, Audrey notices that Saira's smeared henna contradicts her earlier claim, realizing she's the second conspirator. Saira had previously tried to kill Vik in Mumbai out of jealousy over their family business. She attempts to shoot Vik, but the bodyguard takes the bullet, and Saira get knocked out with the briefcase.After the chaos, Vik and Claudette elope and gift Nick and Audrey $10 million plus a helicopter. But during their honeymoon flight over Greece, their pilot pulls a gun, reveals himself as American, steals the money, and jumps, leaving the couple to fight for control midair.
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On my free day in Paris during a visit a few years ago, I had some time to roam around the famed city by myself before meeting a friend by the Eiffel Tower for dinner. All was fine until my phone’s battery died. I didn’t have a map, so I wasn’t sure where I was going, but this city girl didn’t panic. I just continued to walk along the Seine River and kept my eyes on the towering Eiffel Tower. My plan worked until I got closer to the landmark that somehow disappeared behind the surrounding buildings. I was astonished that such a large structure could be hidden in plain sight! I finally realized I needed help, so I asked for directions and found my friend. Life can be so unpredictable. As we face obstacles and challenges in life, we can ask God for help and direction. That helps us not to get lost along our journey or be tempted to take detours or to quit. Even when things seem hard or seem confusing, we can turn to God for guidance. In Proverbs 3:5-6, Solomon encourages his readers by telling them to “trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” As we seek God’s wisdom through prayer and reading the Bible, He’ll guide us. Let’s continue to trust Him and follow His lead.
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On this episode of Destination on the Left, Laurel Greatrix and I explore why today's travelers are seeking out the experience first and planning trips around it. She shares the top types of experiences that travelers are searching for and explains why they allow visitors to explore a destination more deeply. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Why today's travelers are increasingly planning trips around experiences rather than destinations, and what this shift means for destination marketers What types of travel experiences are trending right now, from outdoor adventures to immersive, small-group offerings like cooking and craft classes How Viator supports both large and small experience operators and helps them reach wider audiences through powerful distribution partnerships Why authenticity matters in travel experiences and how travelers are seeking unique, non-mass market interactions to go deeper into destinations What roles collaboration and strategic partnerships play in Viator's business model, including the relationship with TripAdvisor and broad third-party distribution The Experience-First Shift in Travel Planning Historically, travel planning centered around destinations, accommodations, and flights. Travelers picked a location, locked in their hotel, and then considered what activities to do once on site. But according to Laurel Greatrix, Vice President of Marketing at Viator, the world's largest travel experiences marketplace, that approach is rapidly evolving. Increasingly, travelers are first setting their sights on unique and memorable experiences and building their trips around them. What sets the experiences sector apart isn't just its offline-heavy operation or diversity, but the sheer pace of its growth. Since the pandemic, demand has soared for outdoor and active experiences, with destinations like Alaska, Utah, Colorado, and Banff seeing impressive spikes in bookings. Simultaneously, activities such as cooking classes and craft workshops are seeing consistent double- and even triple-digit growth rates. These trends show travelers craving meaningful engagement with destinations, a trend accelerated by the global prioritization of health, wellness, and authentic encounters. Authenticity and Personalization “Authentic” is a buzzword often used in travel, but as Laurel points out, it means something different to every traveler. Viator's data shows that while classic attractions, think the Louvre or the Eiffel Tower, remain bucket-list essentials, growth is skewing toward bespoke, local, and hands-on experiences. Travelers increasingly seek opportunities to connect with local culture, meet passionate guides, and try their hand at activities like perfume making in Paris or chocolate crafting in Belgium. For marketers and operators, this means a growing need to communicate what makes their experiences unique, accessible, and “authentic.” Reviews, detailed product descriptions, and visually rich content can help set expectations and attract customers seeking depth over breadth. Collaboration in the Experiences Ecosystem Viator's success is rooted in collaboration, internally and through partnerships. Its acquisition by TripAdvisor shows how powerful collaborations can transform an entire market segment. By powering bookings across thousands of partner sites ranging from airlines to travel agencies and even Amazon, Viator helps even the smallest operators achieve global reach. Collaboration also extends to working with destinations and other experience providers. By joining forces, they can disperse visitor traffic, reduce overcrowding at major sites, and promote lesser-known experiences that contribute to local economies and more sustainable tourism practices. Resources: Website: https://www.viator.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurelgreatrix/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/viatortravel/ X: https://x.com/ViatorTravel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viator YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ViatorTravel We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more of. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!