7+ min ago (453+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " With the Federal Aviation Administration predicting Tuesday as the peak travel day " about 52,000 flights scheduled nationwide " the holiday rush is already pushing U.S. air travel to new records. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reported at least four cancellations and just at least 103 delays by Monday evening. Some travelers are skipping the airports altogether. More than 1.3 million additional people are choosing to drive this year compared with last year, according to AAA. The agency says a record-breaking 73 million people are expected to hit the road for Thanksgiving, making driving the most popular way to reach holiday destinations. Atlanta News First has guidance to help you avoid major highway congestion, outlining the best and worst times for road travel during the holiday period. As the numbers of travelers climb, the Trump administration is rolling out a new message for…...

9+ min ago (1002+ words) Meet the perfect country weekend getaway experience, escape from the city to the perfect "multi-seasonal regional sanctuary. Sitting on the border of New South Wales and Victoria is the first-of-its-kind lifestyle precinct, Wildergreen. Just under three hours from Melbourne and an eight hour drive from central Sydney, I was invited to indulge in an eat, sip and play experience. The experience had a bit of everything, from Woodfired pizza to great cocktails and even better live music. It felt like stepping into a world of luxury and elegance in the quiet escape of a country town " let me convince you to bite the bullet and make the journey in-land to discover great food and even better people. Wildergreen is home to Embr, a wood-fire Italian restaurant that intersects fine dining and the warmth of family style meals. At the heart…...

10+ min ago (340+ words) PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Wanamaker Light Show has been a holiday staple in Center City Philadelphia since 1956, and it continues this year after months of uncertainty. Everyone was looking up inside the historic Wanamaker Building on Monday night as the iconic display lit up for another season. "My head was like tilted all the way back, but it was worth it," said Aaron Chandra of South Philadelphia. Guests attended a preview event ahead of the official public opening on Friday. RELATED | Beloved Wanamaker Light Show, Dickens Village saved after $500K fundraising effort "I have never missed a Christmas show since 1960," said Michelle Palamountain of Center City. "They've done a fabulous job, so it's a great place. It's a family tradition. It's a Philadelphia tradition, and I'm happy to be here," she added. Jackie Lewis, of Center City, said the tradition is hard…...

17+ min ago (300+ words) As Gayatri Arora, Founder of Rose & Willow, explains, "People now want to gift products that genuinely add value to someone's life. A well-crafted fragrance has the power to change how we feel and transform everyday spaces." This rising preference for emotional depth and sensory richness is reflected across the industry. Umashan Naidoo, Head " Customer & Beauty, Trent Ltd., observes, "This festive season, we're seeing a strong shift towards gifting that feels personal, thoughtful, and sensorial." He adds that fragrances resonate because "a scent carries an intimacy that very few gifts can offer." Ridhima Kansal, Director of Rosemoore, highlights that, "Gifting has moved from conventional objects to experiences that feel personal, grounding, and emotionally resonant." She notes that home fragrances are no longer decorative afterthoughts but essential tools to change mood, invite calmness, and dictate the atmosphere of a room. Across homes…...

20+ min ago (1219+ words) As every aspect of our working and social life is digitized, screen addiction has become less an exception to our way of living and more a widely accepted characteristic of it. I see this most commonly when I ask my friends, family, and coworkers how many hours a day they spend on their phones. The answers vary from three to eight hours." I average around four hours of my day on my phone, checking emails, responding to texts, scrolling social media, and checking the weather. That's four hours I could be spending reading a book, writing an article, learning how to predict the weather, calling a loved one, and doing anything besides checking the time suck and brain rot that is social media sites and messaging apps." Also:"I gave up my iPhone for a dumbphone with no apps. A…...

24+ min ago (683+ words) My favorite steals start at just $8. Amazon, Coach Outlet, Banana Republic / InStyle My friends and family always ask me what's actually worth buying on Black Friday. These are the top 10 deals I wouldn't skip, including a my favorite $15 Maidenform wireless bra, 76 percent off a chic Banana Republic Factory coat, and cool-girl sneakers from Adidas. It's true: The early bird does get the worm, especially when it comes to Black Friday deals. If you haven't started shopping yet, you're already late: Black Friday sales have kicked off earlier than ever, and you'll definitely want to take advantage of the discounts before prices shoot back up. There are so many good deals to snap up across the internet, but I've rounded up the 10 best from Coach, Adidas, Banana Republic, and more. Get your wallets ready and start shopping the markdowns below'from just…...

25+ min ago (471+ words) Rajasthan'is the ideal'destination'for anybody seeking an experience that is brimming with culture, history, and stunning architecture. With its scorching heat gone, the beauty of this northwestern Indian state is at its peak during'winter. Here is the ultimate guide for some of the best places to visit in Rajasthan. India's "Pink City' exhibits a range of vibrant colours in December. For the Magnetic Fields Festival events, the Alsisar Mahal has been converted into a large building that resembles an auditorium. In essence, this three-day music event highlights the modernism of the youth of Jaipur. You can also visit places like the City Palace, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar Observatory, and Birla Mandir. Ranthambore is in Sawai Madhopur, which is home to one of India's best tiger reserves and is an excellent place for wildlife safaris. It is one of Rajasthan's most popular…...

26+ min ago (426+ words) Winter evenings feel incomplete without a warm bowl of soup, and tomato soup is one of the most loved choices across Indian homes. Its smooth texture, rich taste, and comforting aroma make it perfect for cosy nights, family dinners or even a quick weekday meal. Many people assume that restaurant-style tomato soup requires complicated techniques or special ingredients. However, the truth is that you can create a similar, creamy, and delicious version at home with just a handful of everyday items. This recipe uses fresh tomatoes, simple spices, and a few smart steps to bring out the natural sweetness and flavour of the tomatoes. Whether you pair it with toasted bread, a grilled sandwich or enjoy it on its own, this homemade tomato soup is sure to become a winter favourite. INGREDIENTS YOU NEED TO MAKE RESTAURANT-STYLE TOMATO SOUP 67 medium…...

32+ min ago (483+ words) When it comes to planning the Christmas food shopping list, things can get pricey very quickly. After all, a traditional offering will have all kinds of additions that a regular roast dinner doesn't have, from cranberry sauce to Brussels sprouts and stuffing. And don't even get us started on starters and puddings. With that in mind, Lidl has just massively slashed the cost of its Christmas dinner, in a bid for the crown of cheapest festive dinner on the market. This December, a family of eight will be able to do themselves a festive spread for "12 " with all the trimmings totalling just under "1.50 per head. Now, the discounts won't come into place until December 19, so if you were thinking of cashing in for earlier friendsmas celebrations, you'll still have to pay full whack. However, there's no doubting that there are…...

33+ min ago (824+ words) You book your airport cab well in advance. You choose to complete all the formalities at the airport well within your scheduled departure time. With your luggage checked in and a boarding pass in your hand, and the tedious security done, you finally decide to unwind at the airport lounge in hopes of grabbing a complimentary meal and sipping a few drinks ahead of your flight. What do you see next? A queue so long, you wonder if it's even worth entering the mayhem. Has a celebrity been spotted? You wonder. The cycle continues. You window shop airport lounges over and over again, thinking "one day". We looked up experiences shared by Indian passengers on Reddit to get a rough idea about why some feel that airport lounges, for the most part, are best left untouched during their regular travels....