Remember those two-week holidays when you wished you could’ve stayed longer? When you dreamt of spending days on end getting lost in the streets of a new city, returning to a favourite café until you’re counted as one of the locals, or having more time for day trips further afield? It seems retired travellers are
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There’s a lot to love about Dear Bella Creamery—their pink scoop shop in Los Angeles, their unique plant-based ice creams, the fact that they just launched nationwide shipping so that people outside of LA can also try their sweet creations (more on that later)—but the thing that jumps out at me having interviewed the passionate
Few cities provoke as many confusing stereotypes and preconceptions as Marseille, a city that spent decades slumbering in the shadows as a “dirty, dangerous port city” and the “black sheep” of France. Yet contemporary Marseille sparkles. The ancient Greek harbor still retains that edgy, hedonistic mix of grit and grandeur, but with a dynamic cultural
(CNN) — There’s chocolate, and then there’s gianduiotto chocolate. An ancestor of Nutella, the melt-in-the-mouth treat is as rare as it is delicious. Like most renowned Italian artisan chocolate, gianduiotto originates from Piedmont, Italy, where it’s considered the “king of Italian chocolate.” Made of a rich paste consisting of fine cocoa mixed with the premium
Once mainly visited by volunteers, aid workers and backpackers on a budget, Guatemala has now made it onto the radar of trendsetters and Hollywood stars. With direct flights from multiple destinations in the United States (and from Spain), Guatemala is easy to reach, and citizens of many countries don’t need to pre-apply for a visa
It’s no secret how much carbon footprint is generated when we travel. Yet, who can blame us all for wanting to explore the wonders of this fascinating world? There are, however, a fair few things you can do before you travel, along the way and afterwards – if you wish to go green as you
After the pandemic slowed down a bit, Paris Baguette, the global bakery chain, saw its sales in the U.S. rise and started an ambitious franchising effort. Paris Baguette is owned by the SPC Group, a South Korean-based company that manufactures food and bread products and also owns BR Korea, a donut and ice-cream chain. Despite
(CNN) — Like many teenagers, Hannah Yeardley, a 17-year-old living in Dunedin, New Zealand, babysits in her spare time. The only difference is that it’s not children she’s looking after, it’s sea lion pups. From December through February, during the breeding season and while the newborns are at their most vulnerable, Yeardley wanders down the
Asian and Pacific Islander people have played a profoundly significant role in shaping American history, contributing to the rich heritage of the United States in countless ways. But although the past year has been difficult for everyone, the Asian-American community is experiencing an additional, anguish-filled sense of anxiety and panic. Many are fearful for their safety and
Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB18 to the grid before the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on April 24, 2022 in Imola, Italy. Dan Istitene – Formula 1 | Formula 1 | Getty Images Tickets to this weekend’s Formula 1 Grand
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(CNN) — The Brazilian town of Encantado has a towering new statue of Jesus Christ that rivals the height of Rio de Janeiro’s famous “Christ the Protector” statue. Made of steel and concrete, the statue is 43 meters (141 feet) tall, 4.9 meters taller than Rio’s structure, according to Friends of Christ Association (AACristo), the
Travel for solo travellers is on the rise, especially among those in their 50s and 60s, say tour operators that focus on guided and specialist tours. Cox & Kings, which runs small group tours worldwide, says 40 per cent of its sales this year have been to older people travelling on their own. This shouldn’t
Americans are in love with agave spirit. Not just on Cinco De Mayo, but on all days. Most of that love has been focused on tequila and mezcal, two of the fastest growing categories on shelves today. The Distilled Spirits Council reports that their total revenue climbed by $1.2 billion over the last year alone.
No matter where you go in the Caribbean, the beaches are bound to be beautiful. But those in St Lucia, a tropical island nation located in the Eastern Caribbean, are known to be especially gorgeous. While the island is covered with soft white sand and surrounded by crystal-clear water, it’s the incredibly lush landscape – most
Editor’s Note — Sign up to CNN Travel’s Unlocking Italy newsletter for insider intel on Italy’s best loved destinations and lesser-known regions to plan your ultimate trip. Plus, we’ll get you in the mood before you go with movie suggestions, reading lists and recipes from Stanley Tucci. (CNN) — There’s a place on the Italian
Coastal cacti collide with white sand beaches and turquoise tides in Aruba. This tiny Caribbean nation sits just 15 miles off the coast of Venezuela, but despite its proximity to South America, Aruba primarily hosts US tourists who’ve turned the island into an Westernized playground of booze cruises, ATV excursions and resorts. That combination makes Aruba
In the quick-service restaurant business, 34% year-over-year sales are stunningly anomalous, but that’s exactly what Popeyes generated in the quarter following its late-2019 chicken sandwich launch. This type of momentum was bound to slow at some point. Parent company Restaurant Business International’s Q1 earnings report Tuesday suggests we may actually be past that point. Popeyes’
(CNN) — Sitting atop one of the world’s most famous nightclubs is a scarlet red windmill. And inside the windmill lies a secret room, hitherto unseen by the public. Next month, a select number of travelers will take a peek inside, as the Moulin Rouge partners with Airbnb to give a handful of guests the
While conducting respective research missions at night, Ronny and Mireya as well as Russ on his solo mission feel that they are both being seen in the dark by unknown beings. The duo can hear and see something through motion detectors but they’ve been unable to make physical contact. Russell, on the other hand, feels