You don’t need a big bank account to revel in Chicago’s cultural coolness. Accommodation will cost you, but the oodles of free things to do, discount ticket schemes, and relatively low cost of food and transportation help keep overall expenses in check. Here are our top tips for stretching your dollars in the Windy City.
London (CNN) — Four US engineering students were brainstorming the perfect invention for their product design course, when lunch inspiration — literally — fell into their laps. “Erin was eating a burrito and the tortilla opened all over her,” one of the four, Tyler Guarino tells CNN. “It hit her then — this is a
Rainbow paint and feather boas at the ready – it’s time for Pride season. Pride celebrations in 2021, will not be at the scale of years prior to 2020, as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is still felt. However, many places around the US where the festivals are big and colorful affairs, are planning
If you ask a chef what his or her favorite steak is, chances are that he or she will say skirt steak. Skirt steak has the richest, beefy-est flavor around. Regional Mexican restaurants serving fajitas and Tex-mex tacos popularized skirt steak but it is no longer considered a second cut of steak, often out-pricing or
Wilmington is one of the most captivating cities on the North Carolina coast. Though not as well known as Charleston, South Carolina or Savannah, Georgia, Wilmington has a photogenic historic district, a great dining scene and wide-ranging attractions, plus lovely beaches just outside of town. Bursting with southern charm, Wilmington is an easy place to
(CNN) — Moutai, a clear and potent spirit famed its incredibly strong taste, is known for being the drink-of-choice amongst many Chinese politicians and businesspeople looking to impress their colleagues. And now, the prestigious brand is hoping it can tap into a younger market by launching its very first Moutai ice cream store, selling sweet
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Born and raised in the state of Georgia, Korean American entrepreneur, Chris Young, is the creator behind a fast-growing caffeinated chocolate bars startup Pocket Latte. His business mission has remained crystal clear since day one: providing people with clean energy from 100% arabica coffee through one of the most beloved snack formats in the U.S.
Ozgurcankaya | E+ | Getty Images Before you book a rental property for a summer getaway, you may want to double check that you’re not getting scammed. This week, New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued a warning for consumers seeking rental properties. “Summer plans can quickly melt if consumers aren’t careful when they
Traditional bathhouses are an essential part of contemporary Korean culture. Literally “heated rooms,” these jjimjilbang (찜질방) are where locals come to unwind, hang out and engage in a whole host of health and beauty rituals that go far beyond a quick soak. A Korean bathhouse attracts grandmas and young couples alike. It wouldn’t be odd for
Editor’s Note — A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, a three-times-a-week update exploring what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Sign up here. (CNN) — When I made up my mind to travel outside of Hong Kong in early March, the
Scotland is famous for many things – lochs and glens, moody castles, whisky, and its proud and enigmatic people, to name just a few – but beaches probably aren’t the first thing that leaps to mind. That’s a major oversight. The deeply indented Scottish coastline shelters some of the UK’s most picturesque strips of sand,
Dennis Murphy’s earliest memory of the joy of giving was when he was a child and would wrap up his favorite toys as Christmas gifts for his brothers and sisters. That same sense of generosity stayed with him when he launched his first company, Hayden Homes, with best friend Hayden Watson. Based in Oregon, Washington,
(CNN) — A wild expanse on North Carolina’s Outer Banks has earned the top spot on an annual list of America’s best beaches. Ocracoke Island’s Lifeguarded Beach is the No. 1 stretch of sand for 2022, according to coastal scientist Stephen Leatherman, also known as “Dr. Beach.” Leatherman, a professor and director of the Laboratory
From the Art Institute to skyscraper-viewing boat tours, there are plenty of brilliant things to do in Chicago that will leave your purse aching. But there are also many ways to experience the Windy City’s art and architecture, blues and city views without spending anything at all. Keep your budget low with these best things
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While countless articles have been written entitled something along the lines of Why [Insert Wine Region] Might Be The New Napa Valley, it is obvious to even the most casual observer that, for better or worse, whatever region is being covered does not have even the remotest chance of being confused for the storied California
Underneath the 8th Avenue side of the Columbus Circle subway station lives an underground food hall known as Turnstyle. Bolivian Llama Party’s location in Turnstyle may be overlooked by the average commuter. But for any determined New Yorker, Bolivian Llama Party’s salteñas and chola sandwiches are well worth the hunt. Sometimes called Bolivian soup dumplings,
An aerial view of Seabourn Encore cruise ship docked at Bodrum Cruise Port on April 27, 2022, in Mugla, Turkey. Ali Balli | Anadolu Agency | Getty Images Carnival is in preliminary discussions to sell its Seabourn ultra-luxury cruise brand to the Saudi sovereign wealth fund, people familiar with the situation told CNBC. Talks between