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For the past year, it’s been harder and more expensive for Russians to travel abroad. But some say that’s only the beginning of their concerns. With anti-Russian sentiment on the rise, several Russian citizens spoke to CNBC Travel about their worries, how they’re treated when they travel, and what goes through their minds when people

Some places are wooing visitors by waiving visa requirements and giving out air tickets. But Amsterdam has a problem with too much tourism — and now it’s telling some visitors, namely British male tourists aged between 18 and 35, to “stay away” if they’re traveling to the city for drugs or parties. Amsterdam’s local authority

A United Airlines plane taxis at Newark International Airport, in Newark, New Jersey, on January 11 2023. Kena Betancur | AFP | Getty Images NEWARK, New Jersey — Faced with congested airports, rising costs, a pilot shortage and a resurgence in travel demand, airlines are increasingly turning to the same remedy: bigger planes that fit

Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images Travel to many European nations looked like a bargain heading into summer and fall last year thanks to a favorable exchange rate for American tourists. But the U.S. dollar has weakened considerably against the euro in recent months. As a record number of Americans are expected to travel abroad this

In this article AAL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT American airlines planes are seen at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California, United States on September 15, 2022. Tayfun Toskun | Anadolu Agency | Getty Images American Airlines is getting rid of its traditional frequent flyer award chart as the carrier moves

Greg Blomberg | EyeEm | Getty Images Americans traveling abroad may need to wait more than four months for a new passport — and delays are likely to worsen as the busy summer travel season approaches. That means international travelers should act soon if they’re planning a trip later this year or in 2024, travel

Chuyn | Istock | Getty Images If you’ve dreamt of working or retiring abroad, you may be tempted by the possibility of cheaper housing or healthcare. But there are some things to consider before making the jump. Jude Boudreaux, partner and senior financial planner with The Planning Center in New Orleans, works with several expat

In this article DIS Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT It’s said to be “the happiest place on earth.” But some travelers aren’t thrilled about what it takes to pull off a trip to Walt Disney World these days. Restaurants can be booked solid months in advance. Timeslots for new attractions can go within seconds

Japan is the top destination in Asia for gastronomes this year, according to new rankings released by the 50 Best organization.  The country is home to 17 of the region’s “best” 100 restaurants, which were released in two parts in March. Singapore and Thailand tied for second place, with 15 restaurants on the list each.

A private jet is landing over the snowy mountains of St. Moritz in Switzerland. Private jet emissions, which have a disproportionate impact on the environment, were found to have more than doubled in Europe in 2022. Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images A private jet aviation boom shows no signs of slowing. Analysis

In this article JBLU Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A JetBlue Airways Corp. plane prepares for landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York, U.S., on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images JetBlue Airways is preparing to cut scores of weekly flights in the New York City area this spring and

Hong Kong has been named the most expensive location in Asia for business travelers — for the second year in a row, according to a new report.  ECA International’s latest Daily Rates research ranked countries based on costs for short trip expenses: four-star hotel rooms, meals, laundry, alcoholic and soft drinks, journeys by taxi and

In this picture taken on October 12, 2016 a general view shows the Club Med resort in Sanya. Almost two years after being bought out by Chinese investment fund Fosun, the holiday resort French group Club Med tries to import its recipes on a promising Chinese market, where a growing upper middle-class now discovers the

Middle-aged millennials have arrived. As more millennials — often defined as those born between 1981 and 1996 — turn 40, a generation long defined by youth transitions to a new phase in life. And they’re bringing their tech-savviness, social consciousness and spending habits in tow, which is transforming a travel industry intent on staying ahead

Illustration by Gene Kim As weed becomes legal in more states, how and if travelers can bring their stash on board remains up in the air. Twenty-one states and Washington, D.C., have legalized recreational use for adults 21 years and older, and 37 states and Washington, D.C., have medical marijuana programs. But marijuana is still

Crowd of travelers wait to check-in for their flight at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, India, on May 31, 2022. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images India’s airline industry may be on a strong growth trajectory — but don’t expect India’s outbound travel to overtake China’s soon, aviation analysts say. Travel demand to and

Finland has been named the happiest country in the world — again. The Nordic country topped the “World Happiness Report 2023,” published this week by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, which measures factors such as income, mental and physical health and societal generosity. According to the report: “Finland continues to occupy the top

An United Airlines seen at LaGuardia International Airport in New York.  Adam Jeffery | CNBC The Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday announced measures to try to avoid a repeat of disruptions at airports serving New York City and Washington D.C. this summer as it grapples with a shortage of air traffic controllers at a key facility

Valtteri Heinila was working in a startup when he realized he needed a break. “I started noticing time really accelerating,” said Valtteri, 26. The days started to blur, and then so did the months, he said. He didn’t settle for a regular holiday. Instead, he traveled 15,400 kilometers (9,600 miles) along a route from Finland

Passengers wearing protective masks are seen aboard before a JetBlue flight to London at JFK International Airport in the Queens borough of New York City, August 11, 2021. Jeenah Moon | Reuters The Biden administration is asking Congress to pass legislation that would ban airlines from charging fees for families who are traveling with children