(CNN) — The Brazilian town of Encantado has a towering new statue of Jesus Christ that rivals the height of Rio de Janeiro’s famous “Christ the Protector” statue. Made of steel and concrete, the statue is 43 meters (141 feet) tall, 4.9 meters taller than Rio’s structure, according to Friends of Christ Association (AACristo), the
Americans are in love with agave spirit. Not just on Cinco De Mayo, but on all days. Most of that love has been focused on tequila and mezcal, two of the fastest growing categories on shelves today. The Distilled Spirits Council reports that their total revenue climbed by $1.2 billion over the last year alone.
No matter where you go in the Caribbean, the beaches are bound to be beautiful. But those in St Lucia, a tropical island nation located in the Eastern Caribbean, are known to be especially gorgeous. While the island is covered with soft white sand and surrounded by crystal-clear water, it’s the incredibly lush landscape – most
Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB18 to the grid before the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on April 24, 2022 in Imola, Italy. Dan Istitene – Formula 1 | Formula 1 | Getty Images Tickets to this weekend’s Formula 1 Grand
Editor’s Note — Sign up to CNN Travel’s Unlocking Italy newsletter for insider intel on Italy’s best loved destinations and lesser-known regions to plan your ultimate trip. Plus, we’ll get you in the mood before you go with movie suggestions, reading lists and recipes from Stanley Tucci. (CNN) — There’s a place on the Italian
Coastal cacti collide with white sand beaches and turquoise tides in Aruba. This tiny Caribbean nation sits just 15 miles off the coast of Venezuela, but despite its proximity to South America, Aruba primarily hosts US tourists who’ve turned the island into an Westernized playground of booze cruises, ATV excursions and resorts. That combination makes Aruba
In the quick-service restaurant business, 34% year-over-year sales are stunningly anomalous, but that’s exactly what Popeyes generated in the quarter following its late-2019 chicken sandwich launch. This type of momentum was bound to slow at some point. Parent company Restaurant Business International’s Q1 earnings report Tuesday suggests we may actually be past that point. Popeyes’
(CNN) — Sitting atop one of the world’s most famous nightclubs is a scarlet red windmill. And inside the windmill lies a secret room, hitherto unseen by the public. Next month, a select number of travelers will take a peek inside, as the Moulin Rouge partners with Airbnb to give a handful of guests the
Editor’s Note — Monthly Ticket is a new CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In May, we’re riding the rails as we explore the world’s greatest train journeys. Whether you’re looking for travel inspiration or insider knowledge, Monthly Ticket will take you there. (CNN) — Taiwan’s
Let’s say you want to save the planet, and you have a lot of cash to throw around. Be on the lookout for snake oil salespeople claiming they have the silver bullet solution in biotech meat aka cell-cultured meat. The fantasy of biotech meat is a dangerous distraction from the entrenched politics that made conventional
While conducting respective research missions at night, Ronny and Mireya as well as Russ on his solo mission feel that they are both being seen in the dark by unknown beings. The duo can hear and see something through motion detectors but they’ve been unable to make physical contact. Russell, on the other hand, feels
In this article LUV OntheRunPhoto | iStock Editorial | Getty Images Southwest Airlines will temporarily offer travelers free Wi-Fi on certain flights starting this week, part of a test to bring faster internet to more customers. The carrier has outfitted 40 of its Boeing 737s with upgraded hardware for its Wi-Fi service, according to a
Editor’s Note — (CNN) — In the new CNN Original Series “Nomad with Carlton McCoy,” master sommelier McCoy is on the hunt for authenticity in destinations around the world. Whether it’s along the banks of the Mississippi River or in the bustling city of Seoul, McCoy is exploring off the beaten path to find what
Kentucky’s most vibrant city, Louisville has a lot going for it. On top of a great dining and drinking scene, fun arts events and picturesque neighborhoods, the city lies within easy reach of a diverse range of attractions. Snaking caverns, world-renowned thoroughbred horse farms and some of the best distilleries in America are all less than
The chances are you’re already familiar with the volcanic splendor, lush cloud forests, sprawling Mayan ruins, stunning black sand beaches and rich indigenous cultures of Central America. To tread lighter but delve deeper into the region, just book into one of the region’s excellent sustainable places to stay. There are eco-lodges powered by solar energy,
Base yourself in Tokyo and you’ll have all the city’s charms on your doorstep. But be sure to make time for some day trips from Tokyo. Within easy reach of the capital, you can tour the historic temples and Buddhist monuments of Nikkō and Kamakura, take hikes up Takao-san mountain, hang out in the port
You can cover a lot of ground on your first visit to Jordan, given its small size (less than three quarters the size of New York state). But the unique rules of the road, lack of reliable public transportation options and the long stretches of desert highway between popular spots such as Amman and Petra
Summer is the traditional time to visit this sun-blessed city on the Mediterranean: its big blue sea is toasty warm, urban beaches sizzle with outdoor action, festivals are a dime a dozen, and dancing spills across the sand and on starry rooftops after dark. The party vibe rocks. Yet there is far more to France’s
Arkansas is one of the wildest corners of the USA. Within the Nature State’s comparatively compact dimensions, you can find the 1.4 billion-year old granite foundations of the Ozark Mountains, river valleys, wooded canyons and the alluvial delta of the largest river in North America. While many of the most fabulous wild areas are preserved
No landscape is as iconically associated with Arkansas as the Ozark Mountains. These forested highlands are crucial to the state’s self-conception as a natural, rugged wonderland that incubates deep folk culture and a cherished sense of independence. The Ozarks dominate northwestern Arkansas, where they are divided into two geologic categories: the Springfield Plateau and the