(CNN) — Who wouldn’t love it if red wine started flowing from their kitchen sink? For a few hours Wednesday, residents of the northern Italian town of Castelvetro realized they could have their Lambrusco not just from bottles — but also from their faucets and shower heads. A malfunction at a local winery Wednesday caused
Month: March 2020
(CNN) — One of Easter Island‘s world-famous moai statues has been destroyed in an accident. A Chilean island resident was arrested on March 1 after his truck — a private vehicle, not a commercial one — crashed into one of the stone figures and badly damaged both it and the ahu, or platform, it was
The life of a professional surfer may sound like a dream career to many – and female pros including Leila Hurst, Karina Rozunko, Hanna Scott, Caroline Marks and Carissa Moore are multi-award-winning, vibrant and ambitious. But their lifestyles encompass much more than catching waves; they also adore their hometowns, and are involved in charitable foundations
(CNN) — As passengers aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship off the coast of San Francisco wait for coronavirus test results after the death of a former passenger, it’s hard for some travelers to go ahead with their cruise plans. Princess Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Carnival Cruise Line and Viking are offering travelers new flexible
Grounded Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are seen parked in an aerial photo at Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington, July 1, 2019. Lindsey Wasson | Reuters Boeing‘s 737 Max was “marred” by technical problems, a lack of transparency and other issues, according to preliminary findings of a House investigation, released on Friday, into the beleaguered plane.
Image courtesy of The Alpina Gstaad Prominently overlooking the storied slopes of the Swiss Alps, The Alpina Gstaad is an exciting addition to the jet-set mountain resort of Gstaad, Switzerland. Despite being the new kid on the block, The Alpina has already achieved iconic status as one of the region’s most elegant and progressive destinations.
An earlier version of this story published in 2012. Anchorage, Alaska (CNN) — It’s a competition that brings out some of the toughest, hardiest, most ferociously determined athletes in the world. In fact, most of the competitors in this sport aren’t even human. It’s a race boasting more mileage and fur coats than perhaps any
(CNN) — In the last few years, the biggest buzzword in travel has been overtourism, used to decry the way that some popular cities, attractions and destinations have become too popular. But now the pendulum is swinging in the other direction as a result of the novel coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, China and has
Linda Higdon leading a sacred women’s circle in Kenya — Photo courtesy of Lois Alter Mark There’s no force as powerful as the global sisterhood, according to Linda Higdon, founder of Women’s Journey to Kenya. It’s a one-of-a-kind, 16-day trip to Africa designed to introduce women of very different cultures to each other to understand
As the virus spreads around the world, infecting more than 89,000 people globally, major tourist attractions and events that draw visitors from all over the globe are feeling its effects. On March 1, the Louvre in Paris said it would not open that day or in the coming days following more than 100 confirmed cases
The fear of flying caused by the coronavirus outbreak is reminiscent of 9/11, Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly told CNBC on Thursday. “9/11 wasn’t an economically driven issue for travel. It was more fear, quite frankly, and I think that that’s really what’s manifested this time,” Kelly said on “The Exchange.” He said the lack of
Discreetly tucked away on a leafy tree-lined street near Museum Mile in New York City’s fashionable Upper East Side, The Mark Hotel carries the distinction of being one of the world’s most exquisite hotels. A magnet for attracting A-List celebrities such as Oprah, Kelly Ripa and Tom Brady, The Mark Hotel provides the ultimate luxury
(CNN) — Amid an outbreak of the novel coronavirus, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday recommended that airlines continue to follow “routine operating procedures” for cleaning aircraft unless an ill passenger is onboard — including those with fever, cough or difficulty breathing. The recommendations will be updated as more information becomes available,
Turks and Caicos Islands (CNN) — You won’t find butler service or a sunset concierge on North Caicos or Middle Caicos. What you will find is powdery sand, blissful quiet and just enough off-beach activity to interest the less languid day tripper. These side-by-side islands are accessible via a 25-minute ferry ride from Providenciales, the
Photo courtesy of Brady Scot Meet the women who are taking D.C. to the next level The Washington, D.C. dining scene continues to evolve with a wide variety of places to eat. From the flavors of Laos to Cuban pastelitos, diners can enjoy more cuisines than ever before. Also now more than ever, these kitchens and restaurants
Paris (CNN) — As the cradle of high fashion, Paris gave the world designers like Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, who in turn gifted the world some of fashion history’s most enduring iconography, including the LBD, or little black dress. But there are two other French figures who don’t get nearly as
Americans are busier than ever – longer hours, less vacation time and later retirement. Time is a valuable asset, so 10Best wants to find the country’s top time-savers, from fast food and fast casual restaurants to meal delivery services and subscription boxes. And we need you to help pick our winners. Vote for your favorites
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A United Airlines passenger jet takes off with New York City as a backdrop, at Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey. Chris Helgren | Reuters United Airlines announced deep cuts to its schedule next month and a hiring freeze amid the global coronavirus outbreak and slowing demand. The airline will cut international flights by 20% and
To the person who wrote the original, we’d love to credit you… When this first did the rounds on Twitter, the reaction of the team here at Adventure HQ went something like this: sharp intake of breath, closely followed by furious indignation and flashes of Beyoncé-style ‘Run the world’ ass-kicking fantasy montage (quickly dispelled, none