So here it is – the big “off”. I’ve assembled my supplies and the forest stands waiting. It’s seven in the morning in Macapá, a small Brazilian city in the heavily forested state of Amapá, which lies on the north bank of the Amazon. Already here on the equator the dank smell of vegetation rises
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A land of snow-capped mountains, mirror lakes and lush forest, New Zealand comes up on many travelers’ bucket lists. Before you book your flights, however, it’s important to make sure you have all your paperwork in order. Here’s all you need to know about whether you need a visa or vaccination certificates to travel to
The New York Times has dubbed the phenomenon “nightlife inflation.” Like the surging costs of beef, bacon, bedding and so many other goods and services, the costs of cocktails in New York City seem to be creeping higher and higher. The Reserve Martini Encouraged by workers returning to midtown offices and Big Apple tourism on
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First there was the travel ban. Then there was the stop-go brinkmanship of the traffic-light system. That was followed by the stress and confusion of the ever-changing testing and vaccination rules. And now… now we are finally free of virtually all restrictions, what do we get? Chaos. The last week has seen the greatest shambles
Tokyo (CNN) — Sailing solo across the world’s largest ocean once is enough of an achievement. But 83-year-old Japanese ocean adventurer Kenichi Horie has done it multiple times. On Saturday, June 4, he set a record by becoming the world’s oldest solo yachtsman to sail non-stop across the Pacific Ocean. Horie arrived in the waters
In a state where the journey is as often as absorbing as the destination, the temptation to draw up a challenging, action-packed Alaska itinerary is more than compelling. Routes here take in everything from Panhandle forests to frigid Arctic tundra. However, with a road network only slightly larger than that of Rhode Island, there’s a
Illustration: HuffPost; Photos: Getty Take A Break is your ultimate guide to the perfect trips to recharge, rediscover yourself and your relationships, and reengage with the world. We’ll cover shopping stops, great bars, restaurants worth your money, photo opportunities, memorable drives and experiences, and other important details you need before you book. Below, we chat
(CNN) — Visiting the world’s largest Buddhist temple is about to get expensive. Borobudur, one of Indonesia’s most popular attractions, will soon be subjected to a massive price hike by government authorities in an effort to “preserve historic and cultural wealth” in the country. “We agreed to limit the tourist quota to 1,200 people per
Shake Shack’s SHAK core urban restaurants grew sales by nearly 20% in Q1 compared to 2021 numbers, while sales in Manhattan specifically jumped by 35% year-over-year. This trend is encouraging for the chain hit particularly hard by the Covid-19 pandemic due to its deep urban footprint and meager digital presence. What’s even more encouraging is
One of the best parts of visiting Bend, Oregon, is touring the amazing parks within the city. Bend Park and Recreation District is one of the most supported parks organizations in the nation, and it shows in the level of expansion, improvements and maintenance it implements citywide. With such an outdoor-focused demographic curating civic centers,
Editor’s Note — This CNN Travel series is, or was, sponsored by the country it highlights. CNN retains full editorial control over subject matter, reporting and frequency of the articles and videos within the sponsorship, in compliance with our policy. (CNN) — The UAE may have only just celebrated its 50th anniversary of independence but
Close your eyes to envision a tropical paradise, and it’ll probably look a lot like the beaches of St Thomas, where sugary white sands lined in perky green palms give way to faultless teal-colored bays. Whether you’re the type to worship the sun, snorkel with sea turtles or double-fist daiquiris, St Thomas has a beach
Last week a panel of social scientists convened at the behest of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine to talk about accelerating decarbonization. Being social scientists, their discussion ventured into the social. “I am fascinated by this topic of how do you change consumer behavior,” said Devashree Saha, a senior associate at the
One of the best ways to experience a new country is to sample its cuisine. Josh Gates, host of Travel Channel’s Expedition Unknown, offers tips on how to eat like a local when you travel. Subscribe ► http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=travelchanneltv Check Out Our Newsletter ► https://www.travelchannel.com/travel-channel-newsletters For the bold, daring and spontaneous; those adventurers who embrace the
We are all asking, when can we travel again? When can we fly again? When will the travel restrictions go away? When can I fly to Europe again? When can I see my family again? Well, it really depends. Where you are going, where are you coming from, and where you are from. We try
(CNN) — The quality of Europe’s bathing waters has improved dramatically in recent decades, and a new report released this week by the European Environment Agency (EEA) reveals that almost 85% of its bathing sites now rank as “excellent.” The annual Bathing Water Report monitored nearly 22,000 inland and coastal swimming spots across EU member
Green Bay, Wisconsin, is known by most in the US for its winning football team, the Green Bay Packers. But there is more to this city than sports. Whether you are in Green Bay for a day trip or the entire weekend, you can find something unexpected to do on your visit to “Titletown.” Sports
Exhilarating Santa Fe, New Mexico is a high-desert town in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, beloved equally for its art and architecture. Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi, just a block off the main square, is the ideal place to position yourself for easy access to museums, historical sites, restaurants and shopping. Add