TRAVEL & FOOD

Miss Philippines Ariella Arida is definitely the lady to watch our for in the Miss Universe 2013 pagent. Once again she proved herself that she can outshine the 85 other contestants in the Preliminary Round.

Global tennis icon Juan Martin Del Potro may have just shrugged off the theft that happened to him in a Paris train station on Saturday. But he remains devastated because among the loot that the theft got was the rosary that no less than the Pope Francis blessed in Rome in May 2013.

Today is the day, and all the suspense and the waiting seems unbearable for most Miss Universe fans for tonight's MU Preliminary Competition, the Swimwear and Evening Gown portion. Scheduled to kick off at 11 ET, the 62nd Miss Universe edition will be held at Crocus City Hall in Russia's capital, Moscow.

After Miss World Megan Young's visit in the U.S., she is now in Haiti as Miss World's ambassador for Beauty with a Purpose to oversee the developments of several projects funded by The Miss World Organization.

What a great day for all of you who don't feel like wasting time while flying. Pretty soon organization of your business or doing it won't have to wait till you reach 10,000 feet while flying to a business meeting.

In time for the 62nd edition of Miss Universe Pageant in Moscow, Russia; renowned American designer Sherri Hill is having three Miss Universe beauties as her new image models. Miss Universe 2008 Dayana Mendoza, Miss Universe 2009 runner-up Marigona Dragusha and Miss Universe 2012 first runner-up Janine Tugonon are the three image models to represent Europe, Latin America and Asia.

A Christchurch woman suffering from cancer felt Air New Zealand belittled her condition after the airline refused her request to postpone her flight. Jackie McKenzie was apparently told by an airline rep that her request was denied because her reason was "only breast cancer."

Did you even know that Australia has more camels than koalas? The deadliest snakes are also found in the country and it is where you can find coffee in almost each corner of the place. These are just some of the facts that you may be surprised to know about the land of Down Under.

The countdown for Miss Universe 2013 is finally getting near; the preliminary competition is set to be scheduled on November 5, 2013 at around 10:00 PM (Moscow Time). The 86 beauty queens from around the world will showcase their catwalk skills as they compete in the Swimwear and Evening Wear competition.

Virgin America sure knows how to make people pay attention. The U.S. airline has released its new in-flight safety video that doubles as a fun and catchy music video, featuring former “American Idol” hopeful Todrick Hall.

The world is full of places that any person caught with the travel bug would like to visit. From the ancient temples of China to the Pyramids of Giza to the beautiful beaches in Asia and the Caribbean, there are just so many places to fly to. While some tourists know the importance of historic structures and are respectful of their surroundings while abroad, there are some who aren't as nice.

As Halloween 2013 comes around the corner, here are the most haunted hotels in the world that are interesting enough to know about.

Paris is the best city to visit in 2014, according to Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2014 - Top 10 Cities list.

Anticipations are running high as the final days for Miss Universe 2013 pageant is getting nearer and just recently the 86 contestants revealed their evening gowns for the pageant's Coronation Night on November 9 at the Crocus City Hall in Moscow.

Here we introduce to you some of the best Sydney ghost tours entertainment that will fit your Halloween fright night mood.

If you think that you do not have enough money to travel to Tokyo but you have enough to let your favourite stuffed toy do so, then it is time to contact the Unagi travel agency.

A group of Miss Universe candidates took the time off from their hectic schedule and painted the iconic Matryoshka Doll last Saturday, October 27, 2013 during Russia's Fashion day at the Crocus City Mall.

The Kimberley region in Western Australia's northern part was recently hailed Lonely Planet's second best region to visit in 2014.

Travel bible Lonely Planet rated Auckland, New Zealand as one of the top 10 cities to visit in the world. On average, Auckland attracts 1.8 million foreign tourists every year. New Zealand's best city is rated alongside other top cities like Paris, Shanghai, Zurich and Vancouver in Lonely Planet's ninth annual Best in Travel guide due out in Oct. 29.

Whether you crave for sexual stimulation or want to experience something erotic, there are different adult vacation destinations for you.

Featuring Tony Ward's timeless collection, the Tony Ward Fashion Show kicked off last Saturday, October 26 at the Mercedes-Benz fashion Week Russia in Moscow. Together with 27 lucky candidates for this year's competition, reigning Miss Universe Olivia Culpo fires up the Tony Ward's catwalk in her red and white gown.

The 62nd Miss Universe Pageant is starting to get really hot as the MU organization releases the official glamshot of this year's beauty contest. Ice Queen is this year's Miss Universe glamshots theme and the ladies were photographed by esteemed photographer Fadil Berisha.

Miss Universe 2013 contestants later in the evening visited 'Manege Central Exhibition Hall' for the Tony Ward Couture Fashion Show.

Along with other contestants, Miss Philippines Ariella Arida and Miss India Manasi Moghe are seen bonding together at Moscow's Red Square before the ladies are about to showcase their catwalk skills at Yamamay Fashion Show and Tony Ward Couture Fashion Show. The two beauty queens are on their quest of winning their country's third crown for the Miss Universe. Both have big chances to be hailed as the new Miss Universe 2013.

Larry, the two-year-old Italian greyhound that Air Canada lost after one of its staff set it loose at the San Francisco International Airport earlier in October, has died.

This Halloween 2013, make more than just trick or treating but also by visiting the best Australia flea markets.

Known for her "Ariba Walk," Miss Philippines Ariella Arida is one of the lucky girls who were selected to walk on the ramp on October 26 for Yamamay's Fashion Show and Tony Ward Couture Fashion Show at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Russia.

The controversial tweet from the account of Miss Brazil Universe Jakelyne Oliveira that humiliated Miss Philippines Ariella Arida is believed to be not the work of the real Miss Brazil.

Elle organized a star-studded gala and celebration of its 20th annual affair in Four Seasons Hotel, Beverly Hills, Oct. 21.