Gustav Hasselskog, founder and CEO of Candela, says the P12 ferry uses hydrofoil technology and an electric drive train to reduce energy consumption by 75%.
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It’s the holiday season, which means you likely have a trip coming up. And with holiday travel comes the most annoying prep step: packing.
If you’re a beauty girlie, you know that trying to fit your entire makeup routine (plus some extra options, because you never know) into a travel bag can be a frustrating process. You’ll likely have to sacrifice one or two beloved items to make it all fit.
We’ll let you in on a little secret: You can pack an entire face in just one bag, you just need the right multi-tasking beauty products!
Our shopping pros have found must-have items for your travel makeup bag that will streamline your packing process (and your makeup routine).
To knock out your sunscreen and foundation in one go, we found a tinted moisturizer with SPF 30 that will protect your skin while providing coverage for acne and redness.
In terms of rosy color, shop a multi-purpose stick (bonus points if it’s double-sided!) that you can use on your eyes, lips, and cheeks.
You can never go wrong with a slim, versatile palette for your whole face. There’s one from KimChi Chic Beauty that includes a range of highlighters and blushes.
These beauty travel essentials will make packing for your holiday trip, a work trip, or even just a weekend away, much, much easier.
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Pets are always there to comfort us at any moment, but when it comes to traveling, it immediately becomes overwhelming for both owners and their pets. But lucky for us, going on a trip with your furry friend doesn’t always have to be a mission. With consistent practice and plenty of essentials that make your trip slightly easier (like roll-up food bowls and portable litter boxes), you’ll always be able to jet-set with your furball at any moment with little to no stress. Whether you’re traveling by car, plane, or train, the trick is to keep their main necessities like eating and drinking or going potty, easily accessible with portable tools you can always have at hand. This provides less stress to your pet’s routine, making it easier overall for both owners and their furry friends.
So, if you’re getting ready to take your cat or dog on a tail-wagging adventure and need a little extra help figuring out what to pack, we’ve curated a list of the best pet travel essentials that are both highly reviewed and tried by our very own E! editor furry friends. From GPS collar trackers and seatbelt swivel tethers for safety to heated kitty mats and insulated water-resistant jackets for peak coziness, keep scrolling for pet products you won’t be able to live (or travel) without ever again.
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When you travel with kids, especially in the air, you can expect the unexpected. And between flight delays, turbulence, and cramped seating, sometimes staying prepared can be a challenge. And taking a long haul flight with a baby comes with its own complications. That’s why I’ve put together a list of the best products for air travel with kids (both older kids and younger kids), that will keep everyone entertained, fed, and clean, no matter what the trip throws at you.
Whether you’re packing for a long haul flight to a short plane ride, you want to look for lightweight and compact items that won’t take up a lot of room in your luggage or weigh down a checked bag. You want to breeze through TSA precheck. And, older kids will typically need less accessories, while if you’re flying with a baby, they’ll need more. Travel cribs, a travel stroller, travel car seat, storage for the tray table, an airplane seat extender, and more, are all essentials that can keep kids, young kids, and babies, comfortable and stress-free.
So, keep on scrolling for the best family travel products to make airplane trips easier (and more fun) with you and your kids. Get your boarding pass ready and enjoy the flight.
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As someone who has traveled to 5 continents, driven cross country multiple times, and has had to daily pack for 2 small children, I know that any kind of trip can be stressful. However, if you have the right travel essentials, small inconveniences can start to disappear. To help you start packing for your next big trip, I’ve rounded up the best life-saving travel accessories that you need to have in your suitcase (and they start at just $7). And, believe me, they are game changers.
Once you’ve got the right travel backpack or luggage, you just need to start with the essentials. From convenient packing cubes to a super soft travel pillow, a travel wallet that can even hold your phone, and a toiletry bag that easily hooks onto the back of any hotel room door, these packing list essentials are great for a weekend trip to a long haul flight. And if you pack right, you might not have to have a checked bag on your trip.
So, keep on scrolling and check out the best travel essentials for any kind of trip. This travel gear is tried and true, and can make your next journey stress-free.
A young Nigerian lady makes headlines after showing off her father’s convoy, including a hefty security detail as they travel to their village for the first time.
A video making the rounds on social media, shared by @vaniaisba3___ on TikTok captured how a wealthy family travelled in style ahead of the Christmas celebration.
According to the lady, it was their first time visiting the village, hence, they were well prepared, including hiring a security detail for their safety.
“Your dad said your family should go to the village for the first time,” she captioned the video.
While the video melted the hearts of many, others raised concerns about security consciousness, urging the lady to refrain from exposing her family’s wealth.
A social media user @luv_treasuresevent wrote, “I don’t know why I don’t feel comfortable with her posting this on social media. always be security conscious.”
@vivirobi opined: “Make una carful Dey put information like this online oo. The country isn’t safe even with the escort.”
Another user @_oyiza added, “Nothing concern igbo man and fuel prize or T-p@in economy. You see that December they must travel!!!😂😂😂.”
@sweetylyx_official also noted, “December wey go sweet, na from November you go know 😂😂Una no even chill make Christmas reach before Una use this song 😂.”
Watch the video below …
@vaniaisba3___ Follow me to my village😭 #fyp #viralllllll #owanwest #vania🧘♀️ @YabaLeftOnline @Mufasatundeednut @Pulse Nigeria @user6712499741069 @instablog9ja
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Luggage is one of those things you never think of replacing until it’s on its last leg, I mean wheel.
One day, you’re rushing to pack for a trip only to realize that your suitcase might not make it back home in once piece.
If that’s the case, it’s time to upgrade your luggage lineup, and with the busy holiday travel season fast approaching, there’s no better time to do that than now.
To help get you prepped for your next trip, we found the best suitcases in every shape, size, and style you can imagine.
The best part is that many of these options are on sale – up to 50% off to be exact!
At the very least, you’ll need need two suitcases, including a compact carry-on that fits seamlessly into a plane’s overhead compartment and a spacious checked bag for longer vacations, because we can’t all be minimalists.
Can’t decide between a hard shell luggage or a soft sided suitcase? They both have their perks. The former is great if you’re looking for a durable option while the latter gives you extra wiggle room to stuff in those extra shoes you probably won’t wear, but feel the need to bring “just in case.”
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I’m the first to admit that I haven’t always been a great packer. Not only did I live in constant fear of having to pay extra for an overweight bag, but I always arrived to the airport or train station with a sneaking suspicion that I left something really important behind. But that all changed when I landed a job where I was required to travel several times a month. Whether it was a two-day trip or a week long stay, I made it my mission to pack like a pro, which not only means being organized but also being prepared for any inconveniences I might face along the way.
I’m pleased to report that I not only accomplished that, but I also discovered some must-have travel essentials that everyone should pack. Whether you’re travelling via plane, train, or car, I rounded up all of the Amazon travel essentials that you should definitely add to your packing list.
From a toiletry bag that RHOBH star Kyle Richards never travels without to depuffing under eye patches and a portable phone charger that doesn’t require any cords, keep reading for the 15 best travel essentials that are always on my packing list, from someone who used to travel for a living.
As Africa and the Caribbean seek to deepen economic and cultural ties, a glaring obstacle stands in the way of fully realizing this potential: the lack of direct air travel between the two regions.
The current state of air connectivity is not only a logistical challenge but also a significant barrier to trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges. Addressing this issue is crucial for unlocking the full potential of Africa-Caribbean relations and fostering greater collaboration across the Atlantic.
Unfortunately, travelers often face long, multi-leg journeys that require transiting through Europe, North America, or the Middle East, significantly increasing travel time and costs. This lack of direct connectivity hinders the flow of goods, services, and people, stifling the potential for economic growth and cultural exchange between these regions.
For instance, African businesses looking to export goods to the Caribbean face logistical challenges in getting their products to market in a timely and cost-effective manner. Similarly, Caribbean tourists or business travelers interested in exploring opportunities in Africa may be deterred by the complexity and expense of travel. This situation is untenable if both regions are serious about forging stronger ties.
To overcome the challenge of limited air travel, a multi-faceted approach is needed. Here are some strategies that could help bridge the gap:
Firstly, African and Caribbean airlines should explore strategic partnerships, including code-sharing agreements, to create more efficient travel routes. These partnerships could help reduce costs, increase flight frequency, and provide more convenient travel options for passengers.
Also, joint ventures between African and Caribbean airlines could also be established to operate direct flights between key cities in both regions. This would require coordination between governments, regulatory bodies, and airlines to ensure that these ventures are commercially viable and sustainable.
Secondly, governments in both Africa and the Caribbean should prioritise the development of direct air links as part of their broader trade and tourism strategies. This could include providing financial incentives, such as subsidies or tax breaks, to airlines that operate direct flights between the two regions.
Furthermore, bilateral air service agreements between African and Caribbean nations could be negotiated to facilitate the establishment of direct flights. These agreements would set the regulatory framework for air travel, including issues related to flight frequencies, landing rights, and safety standards.
Thirdly, investment in airport infrastructure on both sides of the Atlantic is essential to support direct flights. This includes upgrading existing airports to handle long-haul flights, expanding cargo handling facilities, and improving passenger amenities to attract international travelers.
Crucially, governments and private investors should consider investing in new or expanded aviation hubs in strategic locations in both Africa and the Caribbean. These hubs could serve as gateways for travel between the two regions, with connections to other major cities around the world.
Another strategy is to promote tourism and business travel across both counties. Tourism boards and trade organizations in Africa and the Caribbean should collaborate to promote travel between the two regions. This could include joint marketing campaigns, travel fairs, and trade missions to highlight the unique attractions and business opportunities available on both sides of the Atlantic.
Also, special incentives, such as discounted airfares or travel packages, could be offered to encourage more people to travel between Africa and the Caribbean. This would help build demand for direct flights and demonstrate the economic viability of these routes.
To broaden and entrench the partnership among continents, both continents must leverage technology. Advances in aviation technology could play a role in making direct flights more feasible. For example, the development of more fuel-efficient aircraft with longer ranges could reduce the costs associated with long-haul flights, making them more attractive to airlines and passengers alike.
The use of digital platforms to streamline the booking process, provide real-time travel information, and offer personalized travel experiences could enhance the overall travel experience, making it more convenient and appealing for travelers between Africa and the Caribbean.
Conclusively, the lack of direct air travel between Africa and the Caribbean is a major obstacle to the deepening of economic and cultural ties between these regions. However, with strategic partnerships, government support, infrastructure investment, and innovative solutions, this challenge can be overcome.
The time is now to take bold steps to bridge the skies and bring these two vibrant regions closer together.
Dr Vicki Otaruyina is an award-winning elevation coach, strategic marketer, and global market expansion consultant
The Nigerian Government on Monday issued a travel alert to citizens residing and those traveling to the United Kingdom amidst the ongoing riots in the country.
The advisory was contained in a statement signed by the spokesperson to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Eche Abu-Obe, pointing out the risk of increased violence over the recent riots in the UK.
The statement urged the citizens to be extra vigilant.
LEADERSHIP understands that anti-immigrant and far-right violence erupted in England, the likes of which have not been experienced in years.
Towns and cities have been overtaken by mobs of often masked men chanting anti-immigrant slogans, attacking hotels housing asylum seekers and mosques, clashing with police and causing widespread destruction.
The statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reads, “There is an increased risk of violence and disorder occasioned by the recent riots in the UK, stemming from the killing of 3 young girls at a concert.
“The violence has assumed dangerous proportions as evidenced by reported attacks on Law enforcement agents and damage to infrastructure. To this end, citizens are advised to be extra vigilant and take measures as follows.
“Avoid political processions and protests, rallies or marches.
“Avoid crowded areas and large gatherings.
“Be vigilant and self-aware at all times.
“Contact the High Commission with a view to passing information that could be of interest via e-mail and [email protected], +442078391244. telephone.”
Nigerians are to avoid political processions, protests, rallies, marches, crowded areas and large gatherings.
The travel alert comes in the wake of rioters in the UK breaking into hotels sheltering asylum seekers on Sunday as the nation deals with its worst unrest in recent times.
On Sunday, the protesters vandalised and torched two Holiday Inns in northern England.
One of the buildings set ablaze was in Tamworth, which a local politician had previously criticised for housing asylum seekers, and another in Rotherham.
The French rail network was sabotaged by three coordinated arson attacks yesterday, affecting travel to and from the UK, Belgium and across the north, east and west of France, causing disruption ahead of the opening of the Olympics.
A quarter of all Eurostar trains were canceled over the weekend after arson attacks.
The rail operator, which runs international services from London St Pancras, told customers to cancel trips where possible. France’s transport minister blamed the cancellations on “coordinated malicious acts” on other high-speed rail lines across the country.
A fourth attack on a line running south was foiled, French rail company SNCF has said.
Some 800,000 customers will be affected with disruption expected all weekend, the rail firm said.
The disruption coincided with people traveling to see the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and came as millions embarked on summer getaways.
Eurostar’s Chief Commercial Officer François Le Doze said the majority of passengers hoping to leave London for Paris yesterday would still be able to do so but with delays of around 90 minutes.
Trains will have to run slower along certain sections in France after the network was attacked and damaged, he said.
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