Condé Nast Traveler14h ago
The Best Airbnbs in Tokyo for a Stylish Stay in Japan's Capital City
Whether you want to be near nightlife, temples, or shopping, these properties will elevate your trip.
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The EXPLORE desk covers local business intelligence for the world's major hubs — Dubai, Singapore, London, New York, Tokyo, Frankfurt — plus executive travel, ground transport, and airport experience. Editorial city guides below.
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- London business news
- executive travel
- airport lounges business travelers
- business hub city guide
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Condé Nast Traveler15h ago
What to Wear on a Plane: Our Editors Share Their Airport Uniforms
The comfy outfits we turn to when there's a flight to catch.
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Time Out London21h ago
The finest afternoon tea in London 2026, according to lifestyle guide Muddy Stilettos
The southwest London hotel offers a totally savoury tea or one inspired by Enid Blyton’s ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’
Explore · London
Time Out Hong Kong21h ago
Winnie the Pooh 100th Anniversary pop-up store
Step into the Hundred Acre Wood at Festival Walk’s Winnie the Pooh 100th Anniversary pop-up store! Visitors can snap photos at Tigger’s party...
Explore · Hong Kong
Time Out Hong Kong1d ago
Chesa is taking diners on a culinary tour with a new menu dedicated to Geneva
The Peninsula’s cosy Alpine chalet is serving up a fresh taste of the Swiss countryside
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Time Out London1d ago
Disney’s ‘The Greatest Showman: The Musical’ will debut in London’s West End next year
The much-hyped show will be the latest Disney stage blockbuster to debut in London before Broadway
Explore · London
Time Out Hong Kong1d ago
Shake Shack teams up with Flagrant to launch chicken wings in Hong Kong for the first time
But they’ll only be on the menu for a limited time
Explore · Hong Kong
Time Out New York1d ago
This midtown restaurant is cooking a 27-course vegetarian feast in honor of one of India's most beloved festivals
Celebrate the beauty of India's harvest season in midtown.
Explore · New York
Time Out New York1d ago
The world's bougiest strawberries are getting their first-ever retail shop in Chelsea Market next week
Oishii’s new Chelsea Market kiosk will serve its iconic Japanese strawberries, exclusive pastries and strawberry yuzu lemonade.
Explore · New York
Time Out New York1d ago
New York's most iconic brewery is shuttering its doors after 30 years this month—but it's not goodbye forever
The Williamsburg institution will close its longtime North 11th Street tasting room before moving into a much larger home just four blocks away.
Explore · New York
Time Out New York1d ago
Pee-wee Herman is getting a big tribute in Coney Island, with a lookalike competition, themed prizes and more
Coney Island USA is celebrating Paul Reubens with costumes, prizes and a brand-new pet category.
Explore · New York
Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
The Best Weekend Getaways from Los Angeles, Whether You’re Craving Snow, Sun, or Sea
When you've had enough of driving in the city, drive out of it.
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Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
Where Celebrities Stayed for Their Euro Summers
From Selena Gomez's Tuscan birthday trip to J.Lo's fashionable French getaway, here's where the stars showed up and bedded down this summer.
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Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
The Total Solar Eclipse—As Seen From the Ancient Seaside City of Tarragona, Spain
On the coast of Spain, tourists and locals baked in the late summer heat—until the moon passed between the Earth and the sun, crowds cheering in the darkness.
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Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
The Best Bakeries in NYC, From the East Village to Sunnyside
And you only need to wait in line at a couple of these picks.
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Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
The Best New Restaurants in NYC Come in All Cuisines and Sizes
For neighborhood spots with sumptuous wine lists, a new tasting menu from an acclaimed chef, and bold French-meets-Vietnamese plates.
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Smart Cities Dive1d ago
California high-speed rail project could run out of money by end of 2027, inspector general says
State infusions of $1 billion a year over 20 years won’t come fast enough to keep construction on track, the authority’s Office of Inspector General said.
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Smart Cities Dive1d ago
State preemption laws are changing the land use landscape
More than 500 state bills containing clauses preempting county land use authority were introduced across 40 states, a National Association of Counties analysis found.
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Smart Cities Dive1d ago
Housing supply, affordability barriers the focus of US Chamber housing council
Building on ROAD to Housing law momentum, the advisory council will push for zoning, permitting, capital and workforce measures it says could result in more housing.
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Smart Cities Dive1d ago
Fire response is infrastructure. Cities should treat it that way.
Aging fleets and increasingly demanding fire conditions require cities to rethink how they support the technology behind emergency response.
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Time Out London1d ago
East London football club Leyton Orient has opened a new museum
Fans can explore photographs, historic football shirts and vintage match programmes at Brisbane Road’s museum
Explore · London
Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
Universal Orlando Discount Tickets | August 2026
Plan your dream vacation to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay without breaking the bank. Find authorized ticket sellers, Passholder perks, and hotel bundle discounts of up to 30%.
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Time Out London1d ago
One of Canary Wharf’s tallest skyscrapers could get the area’s first viewing platform
The 45-storey 8 Canada Square tower will be transformed into a new leisure destination
Explore · London
Time Out London1d ago
New ‘sky’ walkways will transform London Stansted Airport
Part of the hub’s mega £1 billion expansion, new ‘skylink’ walkways will connect Stansted’s terminal with departure and arrival gates
Explore · London
Time Out London1d ago
This wacky ’90s south London landmark might be getting a controversial makeover
The iconic Wandsworth ‘pretzel’ is at risk of being replaced with a tree-like structure
Explore · London
Condé Nast Traveler1d ago
The Best Boutique Hotels in Miami Are Beachy, Design-Forward, and Conveniently Located
From South Beach to Coconut Grove, these are the eight Miami boutiques we recommend most.
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Time Out London1d ago
Where to buy last-minute tickets for Ariana Grande at London’s O2 Arena
Here’s how to get tickets for the Eternal Sunshine Tour, including general sale and resale platforms
Explore · London
Time Out Tokyo1d ago
Last minute legend: no ticket, no map, no clue? Here’s how to survive Summer Comiket this weekend
This is your last-minute guide to day-specific wristbands, more than 22,000 creator spaces and Tokyo Big Sight’s least forgiving weekend
Explore · Tokyo
Time Out Hong Kong1d ago
Hong Kong’s best flower shops and florists for beautiful bouquets
Find out where to buy classic rose bouquets, wild bunches, and everything in between
Explore · Hong Kong
Time Out Singapore1d ago
The ultimate guide to Gardens by the Bay
Take a gander at this poster child of our City in a Garden
Explore · Singapore
Time Out Singapore1d ago
Disney's D23 Asia fan event debuts in Singapore in June 2027 with Hollywood stars and exclusive reveals
The three-day convention is expected to feature Hollywood stars, exclusive previews, and behind-the-scenes showcases
Explore · Singapore
Time Out London1d ago
The Weeknd at London Wembley Stadium 2026: stage times, last-minute tickets and ultimate guide
The After Hours til Dawn Tour is back in the capital with support from Playboi Carti. Here’s all the essential information about the tour in London
Explore · London
Time Out London1d ago
London Bus Strikes August 2026: Full List of 42 Affected Routes and Strike Dates
Major bus services in north, east and central London are disrupted by industrial action starting today. The walk-outs start this week and continue throughout August, September and October
Explore · London
Time Out Singapore1d ago
Lulu’s Lounge returns with a new 1930s Shanghai-inspired home in Chinatown
Expect jazz, DJ sets, drag, burlesque and late-night drinks at Lulu’s new Chinatown outpost
Explore · Singapore
Time Out London1d ago
The world’s first painless tattoo has been invented in London
The new tech from CipherX swaps out tattoo guns and replaces them with patches of polymer microneedles full of ink
Explore · London
Time Out London1d ago
London Tube and Train Disruption This Weekend: Full List of Closures for August 15-16 2026
The District line, DLR and several Overground services will be hit by closures this weekend
Explore · London
Time Out Hong Kong1d ago
Two-Michelin-starred Tate reopens at a brand-new location in Sheung Wan
Cheffe Vicky Lau brings back her unique take on French-Chinese cuisine to the neighbourhood
Explore · Hong Kong
Time Out Hong Kong1d ago
This new HKPM exhibition gives ancient imperial heritage a modern local twist
Labubu meets the Forbidden City? We’re listening
Explore · Hong Kong
Time Out Singapore2d ago
Yoasobi becomes the first Japanese act to headline Singapore National Stadium
One night only on February 20, 2027 – and Singapore is the only Southeast Asian stop
Explore · Singapore
Time Out Hong Kong2d ago
New Central bar Fello opens with a zero-pretence approach to late-night drinks
Think spicy palomas, chicken burgers, and a chance to gather your favourite people
Explore · Hong Kong
FAQ
Explore: questions executives ask
- Which cities does the Explore desk cover?
- The major global business hubs: London, New York, Dubai, Singapore, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt — plus rising secondary hubs. You can filter this page by city to see only that market's wire.
- Where do I find Dubai business news for travelers?
- Filter this page to Dubai for the live wire, and read our Dubai Business News: The DIFC Executive Guide for the standing context — where the deals happen, how to move between DIFC and the airport, and which hotels sit inside the financial district.
- What should an executive know before a first trip to Singapore?
- Immigration is fast with an electronic arrival card; Changi to Raffles Place is roughly 25 minutes by MRT or taxi. Business dress is lightweight but formal, meetings start on time, and most CBD hotels sit within walking distance of client offices. See our Singapore Business News guide for the full brief.
- Do you cover airport lounges and ground transport?
- Yes. Airport experience, lounge access, and executive ground transport are part of the Explore beat, alongside city-level business intelligence.
- How current is the city news on this page?
- Feeds refresh continuously through the day from public publisher RSS, and each item shows its publication time and links to the source.