When I tell people I live in Dallas, I receive two responses. The most common is, “I’ve never really thought about visiting Dallas.” The other? “I’ve visited but I didn’t really know what to do or where to go.” Here’s the thing: as someone who has lived in Dallas since 2015, I can totally understand
(CNN) — Suspension railways today seem like an anachronism — a 19th-century vision of what the future of transport would look like. By the year 2022, surely we would all be commuting to work on upside down railways! Unlike boring ordinary train lines that stay determinedly fixed to terra firma, suspension railways dangle beneath a
Luring outdoor enthusiasts, design buffs, and curious souls wishing to crack the secrets behind its UN-bestowed accolade of the world’s happiest country, Finland is a destination whose tourist attractions are nearly as diverse as its climate. This tract of Scandinavia hosts the midnight sun in summer and the polar night in winter. Lapland, home of
Colombian mycologist Catalina Salgado-Salazar is helping to develop a genetic test to identify a fungus that causes a disease that has already hit Asia’s mango industries and could threaten crops in the US and Colombia alike. Salgado-Salazar, who is a researcher at the United States Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA ARS), says she
(CNN) — As more and more countries reopen their borders to eager tourists, a trendy new phrase has emerged on social media: revenge travel. The term has been used to describe trips as varied as family reunions, big splurge vacations and re-visits to favorite places, which leads to one question: so, what is it? “Revenge”
Cradled between high-desert plateaus to the east and the towering snowy Cascade Range to the west, Bend, Oregon has been attracting an ever-growing number of visitors in recent years. Well situated for outdoor adventures, Bend also has thriving urban neighborhoods. Expect a variety of streetscapes in this fast-changing place: you can find xeriscaped, modernist properties
Copyright Djuna Ivereigh Fivelements Bali is a luxury sanctuary of spiritualism, spa and sustainability, located a 25 minute drive away from Ubud on the banks of the Ayung River. If you are looking to stay at an eco-conscious boutique wellness resort that offers a complete healing retreat, peace and tranquility in nature, and gourmet plant
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Airline pilots walk through the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on December 27, 2021 in Arlington, Virginia. Anna Moneymaker | Getty Images The United States is facing its worst pilot shortage in recent memory, forcing airlines to cut flights just as travelers are returning after more than two years of the Covid-19 pandemic. The crisis
As the U.S. deals with a baby formula shortage, actress and author Bette Midler posted a tweet that led to a bit of a feeding frenzy on Twitter. On Thursday, Midler tweeted, “TRY BREASTFEEEDING! It’s free and available on demand,” in response to a holy oligopoly, Batman-tweet from Stephanie Ruhle, the host of The 11th
The grandiosity of the Great Pyramids and the vastness of the Valley of Kings attract travelers from all over the world, but have you seen Egypt‘s beaches? The stunning coastlines have luxury resorts, off-grid lagoons where you can totally unplug, fantastic diving opportunities in the Red Sea packed with wildlife sightings, and plenty of beaches for relaxing downtime by
Nearly 30 years after The Armistice was officially declared, formally ending World War I, a veteran named Raymond Weeks suggested turning the relatively new national holiday dedicated to world peace into Veterans Day to honor all US service members. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, himself a World War II veteran and five-star general, officially signed the
Remember lunch? You know, the midday meal when work paused, laptops folded shut and you focused solely on eating some food, maybe with another human being? The sad desk salad has proliferated through the pandemic, leaving way too many nine-to-fivers working through lunch or just not eating lunch at all. Random handfuls of afternoon snacks
Packing incredible history, a thriving arts scene, and enough New England clam chowder to satisfy the most discerning foodies, Boston is a traveler’s treat. Luckily it’s also geographically small and logistically manageable. The sights and activities of principal interest to travelers are contained within an area that’s only about 1 mile wide by 3 miles
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Nearly half of Americans want to travel to space. But that means the other half doesn’t, according to a 2021 survey by ValuePenguin, one of LendingTree’s financial research websites. Nearly 40% said space travel was too dangerous, while others worried about environmental impact and costs. Soon there will be an option that addresses those worries,
Sunset in the country getty Sitting on the back porch drinking a beautiful glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, the sunset painted the sky with colors of saffron and gold; there, a veteran wine producer in Napa Valley took in the recent catastrophe that destroyed so much of his community while he contemplated the luck of no
Good news for travelers planning to visit the world’s happiest country: Finland’s short-term visa requirements are easy to navigate. Many Western holidaymakers can look forward to simply presenting their passport on arrival in Finland, while others should apply for a Schengen visa. Our easy guide to visa requirements in Finland will allow you to concentrate your
Everybody knows about its world-class museums and historical sites, but Boston also offers a network of verdant parks, welcoming waterways and delightful shopping streets, making it a wonderful walking city. Take a break from the crowded downtown streets and discover another side of Boston. Here are some of our favorite Boston city parks. Emerald Necklace
Consumers all around the United States are forced to save their dollars and count their pennies as high inflation is putting pressure on household budgets. U.S. inflation rose another 8.3% year-over-year in April, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Food and energy—the more volatile items in the Consumer Price Index—drove rising cost of living.