(CNN) — Planning a trip to Europe next summer? The cost of living may be rising but there’s one small comfort — you no longer have to pay €7 ($7.35) to be let in. The European Commission has postponed the launch of its ETIAS visa waiver scheme, which will see all non-EU passport holders need
Month: August 2022
The Gaelic term for whisky − uisge beatha, or “water of life” − illustrates how intrinsically linked the drink is to Scottish culture. Scotland’s whisky is a unique fusion of geography and history developed over time, in conditions that mean no other whiskies can compete in terms of pedigree, character and diversity of spirits produced.
Is history repeating? In an echo of the chaos of April 2010, an Icelandic volcano has violently erupted, spewing lava and sparking fears of flight delays and cancellations. On the face of it, there’s good reason for concern as the Fagradalsfjall volcano sits just 20 miles from Reykjavik airport. However, the relatively small size of
Editor’s Note — Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In August, we’re going back in time to revisit some of the greatest retro travel experiences. (CNN) — Cocktail lounges, five course meals, caviar served from ice sculptures and an endless flow of
Topline The stock market fell Friday after the U.S. economy added back a better-than-expected 528,000 jobs in July, with investors now anticipating that a strong labor market will keep the Federal Reserve on its path of aggressive interest rate hikes to bring down inflation. Key Facts The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.3%, over
Mr. C Beverly Hills The Cipriani namesake might forever be synonymous with Harry’s Bar in Venice – where Ernest Hemingway went to write, and European royalty, movie stars, and socialites came to see and be seen – but today, it’s also associated with an old-world yet decidedly modern hotel and hospitality brand. Fourth-generation scions of
I’m a year into my second stretch of calling Doha home. So I’ve learned a thing or two about living in the desert state of Qatar. When I first lived here 20 years ago, nobody had even heard of this remarkable little country. Today, cruise ships hug the shoreline, and visitors flock here from around
(CNN) — Bibi the hippo gave birth Wednesday night, the Cincinnati Zoo said in a tweet Thursday. “Bibi gave birth around 10 p.m. and all seems to be going well for Mom and baby so far,” the zoo said. “They will remain off habitat for about 2 weeks to bond.” A name is likely to
Travel is all about meeting new people, making new friends and accepting the hospitality of strangers and new cultures. That’s why it’s super important to make sure you’re NOT a bad house guest. This video is sponsored by Ring ► www.ring.com/vagabrothers Alex and Marko, the Vagabrothers, share their tips to help you travel like a
It’s summertime. The relentless sun is baking the narrow streets of Kraków’s Old Town, where the heat seems to radiate from the very buildings. You’ve done what you can to stay cool: consumed epic quantities of ice cream, haunted various museums to keep out of the sunlight, and hid out in your hotel room. None
We’re adding four stocks to our Investing Club Bullpen, including Starbucks (SBUX) and Airbnb (ABNB). Jim Cramer announced them in Thursday’s “Monthly Meeting.” The Bullpen should be treated like a watch list of sorts and an outside area to perform homework and due diligence. As the baseball metaphor suggests, it consists of stocks in reserve
During its twenty-seven-year history, Allagash Brewing Company has won its fair share of accolades and honors while developing an almost cult-like following with its Belgian-focused beers. Their signature brew, Allagash White, has won four gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF), and they were named the Brewery of the Year in 2021 at
To say goodbye to New York, writer Chris Dong takes an overnight vacation to the beach and finds there’s much to learn in a part of the city he had long only considered for day trips. Behind a layer of patchy fog, the sun casts a milky glow. It’s just after dawn on a brisk,
You wait two years for a minibreak then two come along at once. First, a multi-generational get-together in the Cotswolds at the Swan Inn, stone the colour of honey and set on the dreamy banks of the Windrush beside an absurdly comely bridge. The barman walked us to our room, which felt like home only
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. Jubail Island, Abu Dhabi (CNN) — An intensely salty sea which warms to planet-beating temperatures
There isn’t a lot for scenery-obsessed backpackers to discover in Necoclí, a coastal Colombian settlement sitting humbly near the tip of Antioquia Department: here, violence and narcos-related crimes are still rampant, poverty runs deep across its population of 20,000, and the humidity level constantly at 100% throughout the year. Things have gotten increasingly out of
(credit: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts) From September 24 – 30th, Beyond by Four Seasons is giving exclusive access to a week-long driving experience through the Italian countryside in a Lamborghini, Ferrari or other car of choice. The brand new Four Seasons offering, Beyond by Four Seasons, An Exclusive Driving Journey Through Tuscany, costs upwards of $50K and
A 24/7 city with something to do every hour of the day, Seoul can be surprisingly expensive. Visiting famous observation decks, enjoying premium cuts on the Korean barbecue and partying until dawn can definitely do some damage to your credit card. But veer away from the typical to-do list and you’ll find that the best
(CNN) — Buyers from all around the world have been snapping up dilapidated Italian homes at rock bottom prices over the past few years as numerous depopulated towns and villages attempt to revive their dwindling communities by offering property bargains. While the prospect of substantial structural upgrades, along with the red tape often involved in
How do you formulate words adequate enough to describe the most beautiful place you’ve ever seen? It’s a challenge not unique to me, and is one that frequent travelers know well. It’s a feeling I haven’t had for the past few years, after spending countless hours stuck at home. However, I was recently invited to