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Fox News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Ellie Goulding flaunts toned physique in multiple bikinis during sun-soaked Italian holiday
Ellie Goulding is living it up on her European vacation. The 38-year-old "Lights" singer posted a series of photos on Instagram from her Italian vacation, captioning the post, "Carbs IT." The carousel of photos not only featured the singer sightseeing but also a few bikini photos. In one photo, Goulding can be seen lying on a lounge chair poolside, while wearing an olive-green string bikini. The star can be seen basking in the sun as she held open a book in one hand. Another photo showed Gouldig reading the same book, this time dressed in a black bikini, which she paired with round black and gold sunglasses. The post also featured a selfie of Goulding in the same black bikini, as she posed for the photo indoors. She also took some time to relax on the beach, as she posed for a photo on a dock in the ocean, while wearing a brown bikini with a black pattern design on it. She gave the camera a slight smile as she held a tropical drink. Other photos in the post show the singer enjoying the beautiful views of Italy, exploring the city's ruins, as well as the architecture and the art. "Italy looks so good on you," one fan wrote in the comments section. Another added, "drop the lifting routine ellie omg," while a third chimed in with "Stunningly beautiful." Goulding recently performed her cover of Elton John's hit, "Your Song," at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos' wedding reception in Venice, Italy. Opera singer Andrea Bocelli's son, Matteo Bocelli, also performed at the reception, singing a cover of Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" as the newlyweds' first dance song. This isn't the first time Goulding has sung her version of "Your Song" at a famous couple's wedding reception, as she previously performed the song at Prince William and Kate Middleton's second wedding reception after they tied the knot April 29, 2011, in London. The Prince and Princess of Wales shared their first dance to Goulding's cover of the famous song. Goulding made headlines in August 2023 when a video of her getting hit with a firework during her performance at the Victorious Festival in Portsmouth, U.K. went viral on social media. "To those asking I am ok! Pyro didn't hit me directly in the face. Face is intact. Love you thank you x," Goulding wrote on her Instagram stories following the accident. A video from the performance shows Goulding attempting to shield her face from the rogue firework, and she could be heard exclaiming, "F---," before going on with the show. The incident occurred while she was performing her song "Miracle," which she collaborated on with Calvin Harris, when one of the on-stage pyrotechnics malfunctioned and seemed to hit her in the face.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Set your sights on the Wilmington area's scenery by boat with these water tours
Are you new to the area? Whether a native or maybe just vacationing, you can enjoy nature and plenty of beautiful sights in the Wilmington area by boat along the Cape Fear River and more places. Some of these local cruises have been a part of the Cape Fear region for years and find spots rarely seen and/or only accessible by boat. Others offer up themes for the ride, such as a look at history in Wilmington. At least one even gives you the option to pedal. Here are six local businesses across Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender counties that offer an array of water tours. Did we miss yours? Let us know by emailing Wilmington Water Tours In its 16th season and having been voted most years as #1 on Tripadvisor, Wilmington Water Tours offer a variety of cruises along the lower Cape Fear River. Wilmington Water Tours also offers specialty cruises, private charters, school groups, and much more. Tours are held February through December. During Daylight Saving Time, tours are seven days a week. Reservations are recommended. For cruise times, please visit Take a trip: Wilmington Water Tours can continue operations from Riverwalk dock, judge rules You can also choose a variety of specialty cruises which include sunset wine tasting, Outlander in the Cape Fear with presenter Hunter Ingram of Wilmington Film History, breakfast with the birds (birding cruises with Jill Peleuses), and monthly cruises featuring Chris Fonville and other historians. For customized private charters, call Diane at 910-632-4095. Ravens Nest Sailing Co. Ravens Nest Sailing Co. offers sailing charters in Wilmington and Southport aboard its cutter rigged sailboat, Freyja. Oliver Parody, captain and owner of Ravens Nest Sailing Co., is a captain with the American Sailing Association. The sailing charters from the historic waterfront in downtown Wilmington, sailing early mornings to sunsets. The cost is $70 per person, maximum of six guests for a two-hour charter. Guests can bring their own adult beverages and snacks. Parody also offers sailing lessons. For more information, call 910-331-5009. Angry Pelican Charters Angry Pelican Charters has offered sunset cruises and dolphin watching trips since 2016. The tours generally include the Intracoastal Waterway, Cape Fear River along the Southport/Bald Head Island waterfront and nearshore out to the Oak Island Lighthouse. Wildlife is a big part of these trips, such as alligator and deer sightings at dusk along the waterway. There are plenty of bird sightings on Battery Island, such as the Ibis, and sometimes you can see brown pelicans nesting. And you might spot dolphins feeding playfully. Reservations can be made through Memorial Day and start again after Labor Day. During the summer months, the tours are booked weekly on a first-come-first-served basis. To make a reservation, email Angrypelican66@ visit or call 910-742-0296. Southport Water Tours Come take a ride on the "Sally Ann" tour boat, named after Eli Bostic and Robert Frankenfield's grandmothers (Sally and Ann). The tour boat was custom built to accommodate up to 31 passengers, but for room and comfort, the tour boat usually accepts up to 25 people. In its ninth season, the boat rides up and down the Cape Fear River and Intracoastal Waterway. Some of the destinations include Bald Head Island, Fort Caswell, Fort Johnston and Battery Island. Participants can see lighthouses along the way and there are plenty of dolphins feeding inshore. Tours run seven days a week beginning at 1 p.m. and go out every hour on the hour. Reservations are recommended but not required. To purchase tickets visit online at phone 910-523-6021, or in person at 112 Yacht Basin Drive, Southport. Southport Water Tours also is offering "Tiki Time," a tiki boat which offers scenic routes along the Cape Fear River near Southport Yacht Basin before entering into the Intracoastal Waterway towards Oak Island. Book private charters on the tiki boat. Bring your own beverages and playlists. The tiki boat is family-friendly and pet-friendly. Keep up with the area's latest Brunswick County news by signing up for the BrewBoat Wilmington BrewBoat Wilmington is a river cruising pedal boat located inside Port City Marina at 10 Harnett St. near the north end of the Wilmington Riverwalk. (Pedaling is optional, the boat has a motor). Open seven days a week. Cruises are 90 minutes, during which BrewBoat navigate under the three bridges that span the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear Rivers near downtown. Departure is every two hours starting at 10 a.m. The sunset cruise is the last one of the day, which departs at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite adult beverages. BrewBoat provides ice, cups, koozies, coolers, and a Bluetooth enabled stereo. The cost is $45 per person and the boat seats 15 people. BrewBoat is available to rent, if you want to to treat your party to a private charter. For more information, call 910-239-7703 or visit More: From news to culture, 7 digital benefits of subscribing to the StarNews Tuck's Water Shuttle Join Captain Tate on his private boat Tuck's Water Shuttle out of Topsail Island. It shuttles to and from Lea-Hutaff Island, surrounding sandbars, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Sunset cruises provided. To schedule a tour, call 910-616-7106. Cheryl M. Whitaker covers community news for the StarNews. Reach her at This article originally appeared on Wilmington StarNews: Water tours in Wilmington, NC: Here's what to know Solve the daily Crossword
Times
3 days ago
- Times
A Latvia city break for less than £400? Here's all you need to know
The Med's big cities are still sweltering and crowded in early September but Latvia's pretty, compact capital makes a lovely short break. Temperatures are in the early 20s for sweat-free sightseeing — ideal for wandering the medieval old town, enjoying riverside walks and urban parks or even heading to beaches within easy reach of the city centre. Plus, there's a clutch of industrial warehouses turned contemporary galleries, plenty of traditional cafés in which to sample Latvian cuisine, and a thriving craft beer scene. Three nights' room-only at the four-star Wellton Riverside Spa Hotel, including flights from Stansted with Ryanair, costs £324pp with Tui. An under-seat cabin bag is included, but you can add a 20kg suitcase for an extra £56 return. A taxi from the airport costs about £30, or you can take the No 22 bus to 11 Novembra Krastmala, about five minutes' walk from the hotel (£2; • Read our full guide to Latvia The hotel is in the Unesco-listed old town, with all its attractions and restaurants within walking distance. The central bus and train station are about a 15-minute stroll, allowing for easy day trips. The hotel has a smart, contemporary feel, with oatmeal rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, geometric carpets and all-white bathrooms. There's a cheerily decorated restaurant, a roof terrace overlooking the river, and the largest spa in the old town, which includes an indoor pool, a cedar steam bath and a beer ritual room for bathing in water infused with hops, malt and yeast. Start by sightseeing from the water with a boat trip around the old town's canals (£10; Then wander the cobbled squares and narrow alleyways, lined with gothic churches and pastel-coloured or art nouveau buildings, many of which were reconstructed after the fall of communism. St Peter's Church has a 57m-high observation deck for panoramic views over the red rooftops (£8; while the former cork factory, Zuzeum, houses the world's largest private collection of Latvian art (£10; Walk along the city walls to the 17th-century Swedish Gate, then discover the city's turbulent history at the Museum of the Occupation of Latvia (£7; and the KGB's former headquarters, the Corner House (£13; Stock up on picnic supplies at the riverside Riga Central Market — one of Europe's largest markets — originally used as a military airship hangar. Eat alongside locals at the central Bastejkalna Park, with its canal, sculptures and opera house, or hop on the No 11 tram to Mezaparks to enjoy the pine forest, walking trails and swimmable Lake Kisezers. Alternatively, the sandy Jurmala beach is half an hour away by train from Riga train station and has seafront restaurants, a wooden boardwalk and forested dunes (£2 each way; Spend your final evening in the city's Beer District, a 1.5-mile walking route linking ten craft breweries and gastropubs that offer more than 200 Latvian craft beers. • The most affordable European city breaks • Return Stansted-Riga flights, departing on September 7• Three nights' room-only at Wellton Riverside Spa Hotel ( Feeling flush? If you're inspired but you've got more cash to splash, you could try Located in a beautifully restored 17th -century building on a cobbled street in the old town, the five-star Dome hotel has 15 stylish rooms decorated in warm oak and soft neutral tones, with white-tiled bathrooms. Top-floor rooms have river views. There's a small spa with a Finnish sauna, a cigar lounge and a rooftop terrace open until October, with sweeping views of the Dome Cathedral. The fine-dining restaurant is Michelin-listed and serves a five or seven-course tasting menu of French-inspired dishes. Central Market, St Peter's Church and the city's best museums are all less than 15 minutes' walk away. Details Three nights' B&B from £746pp, including flights and private car transfers ( • Great European getaways for 2025 There's plenty of space to spread out at the boutique Neiburgs, which has 55 apartment-rooms in an ornate art nouveau-era property on a street next to the Dome Cathedral. Two-storey apartments have a Scandi-chic feel, with exposed wooden beams and white brick walls, parquet flooring, a tasteful palette of pale blues, charcoal greys and cream, and original graphic art by Katrina Neiburga. There's a living room and small kitchenette on one floor and a bedroom and bathroom on the other. All have either cathedral or old-town views. Downstairs there's a light-flooded library, a spa with a sauna, and a Michelin-recommended restaurant serving Latvian Three nights' B&B from £1,430pp, including flights ( • Best Baltic cruises
Daily Mail
01-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Most dangerous holiday activities revealed - including a specific watersport that 'you'd be crazy to do', according to a top risk expert
The summer holiday season has kicked off in earnest, with millions of tourists already heading off for some hard-earned fun in the sun. Alongside the poolside lounging, sightseeing and souvenir shopping, thrill-seeking is increasingly on the menu for many tourists. Your browser does not support iframes.
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Travel + Leisure
24-06-2025
- Travel + Leisure
15 Amazon Travel Outfits With Cooling Fabrics That'll Keep You Comfy on the Hottest Summer Days—From $20
As temperatures climb and terminals get more crowded, dressing for flights becomes a delicate balance of comfort, function, and style. The key? Lightweight, breathable fabrics that keep you cool in the cabin and still look put together when you land. Whether you're navigating a heat wave, hopping off the plane straight into sightseeing, or just want to avoid overheating in transit, it's worth building your travel outfits around easy, breezy summer staples that are enhanced with cooling fabrics and features. From linen matching sets to bamboo-blend T-shirts and silk wide-leg pants, these Amazon picks check every box for hot travel days: they're comfortable, cooling, versatile, and stylish enough to wear beyond the airport. You'll find looks that transition seamlessly from gate to dinner, from beach club to walking tour, and everywhere in between. If you prefer one-and-done travel outfits, this $20 linen-blend jumpsuit is a steal. With its lightweight feel, easy fit, and flattering silhouette, it's ideal for flights, especially during a heat wave. Wear it with sneakers at the airport, then peel them off and reveal a bikini underneath once you're beach-bound. Bonus: Pockets to stash your lip balm, passport, or boarding pass mid-transit. These breathable Baleaf pants were practically made for navigating summer terminals. The moisture-wicking fabric and built-in UPF 50+ protection make them ideal for everything from long-haul flights to a quick round of golf. With an adjustable waistband and cropped hem, they pair effortlessly with sneakers and a tank for transit days or a polo and slides when you're on vacation. Equal parts chic and comfortable, this Amazon-loved maxi dress can take you from the plane to a seaside lunch in Cannes. It's stretchy and breathable, with front buttons that elevate the look. Wear it with a cardigan during takeoff, then swap in a straw hat and espadrilles for arrival. One reviewer called it their 'go-to outfit on hot, humid days.' A good white T-shirt is a summer essential, and this bamboo-viscose version is light, breathable, and endlessly versatile. Wear it loose with linen pants for a laid-back airport look, tuck it into trousers for a polished outfit, or layer it under a jacket on cooler flights. You'll find yourself reaching for it far beyond vacation days. Plus, it's just $20. These wide-leg linen pants, which are the No. 1 best-seller in Women's Casual Pants at Amazon, are beloved for a reason. The smocked high waist flatters while offering plenty of comfort for long travel days. Style them with a tank and sandals for warm-weather destinations or a lightweight sweater for chilly flights. Available in more than 20 colors, they're the kind of staple you'll want in multiples. Wear them poolside over a bikini, on a tour with a T-shirt, or on a flight with a zip-up. Matching sets make packing (and dressing) easy. This linen-blend duo includes breezy trousers and a relaxed-fit top—wear them together for an effortlessly cool plane outfit, or mix and match with other vacation staples. Throw a white button-down over the set during the flight, or dress it up with metallic sandals and bold earrings for dinner. This flowy maxi dress looks like it came from a designer boutique—but it's just $40. The black contrast trim adds visual interest, and the open back helps keep things breezy in warmer climates. Pair it with sneakers and a tote at the airport, then switch to statement jewelry and a low heel for your evening plans. Few travel pieces are as functional as a breezy button-down. This top-rated Amazon version works over a bathing suit, with linen trousers, or as an extra layer during chilly flights. Style it half-tucked with denim or knot it at the waist for a beachy twist. The brown buttons add a luxe feel that punches above its price tag. If you want to stay cool while still looking polished, this satin skirt does the trick. Pair it with a white tee and sneakers for the plane, then swap in strappy sandals and layered gold jewelry for dinner. A silk maxi skirt goes on repeat for me, whether it's to the office with a blouse, on vacation with a tube top, or a T-shirt for a walking tour—and it never fails to earn compliments. This linen-blend vest and pants combo instantly gives off effortless European vacation vibes. It's stylish enough to wear to the airport but comfortable enough for a long-haul flight. Layer it with a cardigan onboard, then wear each piece solo throughout your trip—from sightseeing to sunset cocktails. Vest sets are the total package, because you look put together without even having to try. A romper is the ultimate all-in-one travel outfit, and this one is a best-seller for good reason. It's soft, easy to move in, and works just as well for lounging on a plane as it does hiking or heading to the beach. Style it with a denim jacket and sneakers for travel days, or add a straw hat and slides once you land. Satin pants are having a moment in fashion right now, and they're the ultimate travel staple because they offer the same versatility as denim and other heavier bottoms, but with a much breezier feel. Throw on a tee and sneakers for the plane, or go dressy with a crop top and mules for a night out. You'll want to wear these pants on every summer trip, because they feel like pajamas but give a luxe, fashionable feel. This loose-fitting shift dress feels like air on the skin—ideal for hot flights or tropical destinations. One shopper in Florida said they've worn it 'a thousand times.' You can easily dress it up or down: Add sneakers for sightseeing, or go glam with wedges for dinner. It will become the outfit you didn't take any time to put together, but everyone is complimenting. These bamboo-derived pants feel like pajamas but look stylish and ready for the day. They're moisture-wicking, ultra-breathable, and perfect for hot-weather travel. Pair them with a tank for a casual airport outfit or a crisp button-down for an elevated twist. You'll feel like you're in loungewear, even while on the go. This asymmetrical matching set is as comfy as it is stylish. Made with viscose for breathability, it's ideal for summer travel. Wear the set as-is with sneakers or slides, layer a jean jacket over it on cooler flights, or split it up—the top with denim shorts, the pants with a tank—for mix-and-match ease all trip long. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
