(CNN) — Kemmons Wilson was ferrying his family from New York to Washington by car when the idea first came to him. The Wilsons needed to stop for the night, but it was the summer of 1951, and American roadside facilities weren’t what they are today. Motels were luck of the draw, and often expensive
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Tokyo is one of the world’s most offbeat cities, with a character all its own. Join Lonely Planet to check out three unique experiences in Japan’s quirky capital. Visit http://www.lonelyplanet.com/japan/tokyo for more information about Tokyo.
The trouble in the skies continues. It isn’t always the airlines’ or the airports’ fault. Last week I was due to fly back from Bordeaux to Gatwick with British Airways. The flight was cancelled, like hundreds of others all over Europe, because of a strike by French air traffic controllers. But while the causes of
Perhaps one of the most intimate and underrated travel destinations, Guyana sits on the shoulder of South America. It’s slightly larger than France, but with just 790,000 inhabitants, it’s one of the least-populated countries on earth. About 95% of the land is ruled by wilderness, from wild savannas and meandering earth-tone rivers to misty plateau
(CNN) — Federal regulators have soundly rejected an airline’s controversial request to reduce commercial pilot hiring standards in half to tackle the global pilot shortage. In April, regional airline Republic Airways asked the Federal Aviation Administration to allow graduates of Republic’s own LIFT Academy to become airline co-pilots with 750 hours of flight experience, not
Smart cookies, these snack companies: despite a societal backlash on all things ‘sugar’, the cookie category has reached an impressive benchmark in the US, topping $10 billion in annual sales. According to IRI, a Chicago-based market research company, dollar sales in the cookie category were $10.8 billion in the 52 week period leading up to
In this article AAL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Seats in American Airlines’ new Flagship Suites TKTKTK American Airlines on Tuesday unveiled new suites for some of its longest-range planes, a bid to chase high-paying customers as travel demand returns. The new suites, which will feature lie-flat seats and a sliding door for privacy,
For thousands of years, humankind has recounted the tale of The Fountain of Youth, which is told to have magical restorative powers to grant eternal youth, yet was never found. However, in Switzerland, there is a place with thermal waters that have welcomed worn-out and weary bodies for over 200 years. Today it is a
Dublin may not be the cheapest destination in Europe but don’t let that stop you; some of the best stuff to see and do is completely free. From walking tours to tranquil gardens and Oscar Wilde to Samuel Beckett, here’s our guide to enjoying Ireland’s capital without reaching for your bank card. Forge new connections
(CNN) — The Chinese government on Monday, September 19, issued draft regulations that aim to bolster tourism along its border and make it easier for some foreigners to enter China. According to a draft policy document released by China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Monday, tour groups organized by travel agencies in China’s border
Portugal’s cuisine has been shaped by many factors, from its fertile, sun-baked olive groves and vineyards to its centuries-old love affair with the sea. Every region has its own unique specialties, which you can find in the mix of old-fashioned tascas (taverns) and more cutting-edge restaurantes helmed by experimental young chefs making waves across the
Nisreen Galloway and Elizabeth Nash were writing and literature majors at Emerson College in Boston, but the two met and became friends in an entrepreneurial class. Galloway grew up in Boston, and Nash grew up in Milwaukee, but the two of them both shared a heritage of pairing ice cream and spirits. “We both are
With the town now intent on rebuilding its image, it seems every renovation project is digging up a paranormal nightmare with residents and businesses reporting terrifying ghostly encounters. In an unlikely partnership, Mayor J.P. Gallagher and Sheriff Ed Lester have called in an elite team of paranormal investigators to help. When investigator Dave Schrader, tech
Lonely Planet author Tim Hornyak escapes the skyscrapers to explore Singapore’s natural side at a national park and at Singapore zoo. Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is an oasis of tropical forest that inspires deep breathing and reverent whispering – but the macaque monkeys steal the show. Visit http://www.lonelyplanet.com/singapore for more information about Singapore.
Editor’s Note — Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. September’s theme is ‘Build it Big,’ as we share the stories behind some of the world’s most impressive feats of engineering. (CNN) — Descending up to 40 meters beneath the Baltic Sea, the
Abundant seafood, regional specialties such as reindeer, and an ever-growing trend towards cutting-edge cooking using hyperlocal, seasonal ingredients make eating in Norway a locavore’s delight. Whatever your favorite flavor of culinary experience, your taste buds are covered here, from Norwegian staples in down-to-earth cafes to up-to-the-minute gastronomic trends in sleek surroundings. It’s worth noting that
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) — Many architects would kill to be given a blank slate on which to
A Republic Airways plane approaches the runway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, on April 2, 2022. Daniel Slim | AFP | Getty Images The Federal Aviation Administration on Monday said it has rejected a proposal to halve the number of hours required to become a co-pilot, as a severe shortage
Prescription medications are an essential item on your packing list when you’re traveling. However, bringing them can require a little preparation. Before you head out, contact your physician to make sure you have your meds available for the duration of your trip. You can travel with most medications ― just remember to leave them in
The Scenic Diamond Bordeaux. Perhaps no other wine region in the world is as highly regarded for its vinous output. The district’s nearly 10,000 growers and top class estates produce nearly 700 million bottles of wine each year, some of which are the priciest on the planet. For wine lovers, Bordeaux is undoubtedly the holy
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