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Language expert reveals key phrases every traveler should know before going abroad

2 days ago | themanual.com | Amanda Teague

If you’re getting ready to explore new destinations and travel abroad, chances are you’ll land somewhere where English isn’t the first language. While it’s true that English is widely spoken in many tourist hotspots, it’s not a guarantee, especially in smaller towns or off-the-beaten-path places. And let’s face it, learning an entire language before a trip isn’t exactly realistic. But the good news? Just a few key phrases can make a world of difference.
This is the most expensive tourist city in the U.S. - but travelers love it

3 days ago | themanual.com | Amanda Teague

Travelers looking for a budget-friendly getaway may want to steer clear of Aspen, Colorado. According to a new study from GOBankingRates, Aspen ranks as the most expensive tourist city in the U.S., but visitors can’t seem to stay away. The study analyzed 91 top U.S. destinations, narrowing the list to 55 cities based on cost factors like airfare, hotel stays, and dining expenses for two adults over a three-night trip.
Going green never tasted so good: 7 sustainable spirits to try now

3 days ago | themanual.com | Christopher Osburn

Sustainability (especially in the alcohol world) isn’t easy. It requires distilleries to create initiatives for environmentally responsible actions that impact everything they do, from where they source their ingredients to what they package their spirits into how they distribute their products. To be sustainable, they need to lower waste and reduce their overall carbon footprint.
Paramount Plus with Showtime just became Parmount Plus Premium

3 days ago | themanual.com | Joe Allen |Joseph Allen

Paramount Plus is trying to one-up HBO. Following the news that Max would be becoming HBO Max again, Paramount has announced its own name change. After killing the Showtime streaming service in 2024, Paramount is now rebranding Paramount Plus with Showtime as Paramount Plus Premium. That change is effective as of June 23, and seems to signal one of the final death knells for Showtime as an independent brand.
Jomashop just launched a huge fragrance sale — prices start at $21

3 days ago | themanual.com | Aaron Mamiit

If you’re looking for perfume and cologne deals for men, you should check out Jomashop’s Top Fragrance of 2025 sale. You’ll be able to enjoy huge discounts on men’s fragrances by top brands such as Versace, Yves Saint Laurent, and Christian Dior, but only if you hurry — stocks for some of these sale items are extremely limited. There are nearly 200 men’s and unisex fragrances discounted during the sale, with prices starting at $21.
The future of U.S. cycling starts here—and this team plans to take it all the way to the Tour de France

3 days ago | themanual.com | Ian Bell

This team is betting on the future of American cycling By Ian Bell Published June 24, 2025 11:28 AM Modern Adventure Modern Adventure Pro Cycling isn’t just a new team—it’s a bold push to put American cycling back on the world stage. With a long-term goal of racing the Tour de France by 2032 and early backing from top-tier partners, the team is building a foundation for something bigger than results alone. We spoke with Luis Vargas, CEO and founder of Modern Adventure, about the story behind...
Heaven Hill is launching the second edition of its Grain to Glass Whiskey

3 days ago | themanual.com | Christopher Osburn

If you enjoyed last year’s “Grain to Glass” expression from Heaven Hill, you will likely be excited to learn that the iconic Kentucky-based brand is set to release the second edition of this popular series this month. And, instead of a bourbon, this year’s release is a rye whiskey. Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Kentucky Straight RyeHeaven HillThe 2025 edition of Heaven Hill’s Grain to Glass series is a Kentucky straight rye whiskey.
A luxury safari where you choose the price - yes, really

4 days ago | themanual.com | Amanda Teague

Nature has no price tag -- Few & Far Luvhondo proves it By Amanda Teague Published June 24, 2025 6:00 AM Jemma Wild / Few & Far Luvhondo What if your dream safari didn’t come with a sky-high price tag, or any set price at all? At Few & Far Luvhondo, a new ultra-luxury safari retreat in South Africa’s Limpopo province, guests are invited to pay what they can as part of the lodge’s bold new Nature Has No Price Tag campaign. Yes, really. In a time when every dollar counts, this carbon-negative,...
9 powerhouse foods high in B vitamins for improved energy levels

4 days ago | themanual.com | Christine VanDoren

Did you know that B vitamins play a vital role in your health? They are water-soluble vitamins present in several foods. Your body depends on them to function optimally because they enhance metabolism and turn food into energy. However, your body does not make enough B vitamins on its own. So, you have to get B vitamins regularly from the food you eat. As a nutritionist, I am always encouraging my clients to eat certain foods that are high in the B vitamins in order to reap the many benefits.
The best medical shows of all time to binge now

4 days ago | themanual.com | Joe Allen |Joseph Allen

Throughout TV’s long history, the medical drama has occupied a somewhat unique place in the landscape. Medical shows are often some of the most reliable on TV precisely because there’s so much drama built in to working in a hospital. Personally, I’ve found the medical drama to be deeply comforting for years, even if I have no desire to be a doctor myself. Understanding the stress of people in the healthcare profession is fascinating in and of itself.