(CNN) — It was once an exclusive five-star resort floating directly over Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Today, it sits dilapidated in a North Korean port, a 20-minute drive from the Demilitarized Zone, the restricted area that separates the two Koreas. For the world’s first floating hotel, that’s the last stop in a bizarre 10,000-mile journey
The yuletide season will soon be upon us – bringing with it the promise of mulled wine, mince pies and, crucially, enchanting Christmas light displays. From mile-long trails to tunnels of light, these dazzling illuminations are just the ticket for getting into the seasonal spirit. Here’s everything you need to know about the best Christmas
The finest red wine grape bunches of the season were carefully harvested by hand by an elderly couple and their adult children as their small grandchildren watched the work that one day would be at the core of their existence. For this particular wine producing family, they took pride in hanging the grape bunches, one
(CNN) — Overtourism is regularly blamed for choking historic cities, covering world-famous sights in trash, and killing local life in tourist hotspots across the world. Now tourists having sex is said to be behind the gradual destruction of a beach and nature reserve in Europe. The Dunas de Maspalomas Special Nature Reserve, on the Spanish
In this article RY4C-IE AIR-FR IAG-GB LUV VLS-GB pic4you | E+ | Getty Images Shares of London-listed fuels technology firm Velocys rose by more than 40% on Wednesday after it announced two deals related to the supply of aviation fuel. In a statement, the company said its subsidiary, Velocys Renewables, had entered into an agreement
For anyone who has ever spent time in Britain, you’ll know that having an alternative in mind should the weather take a turn for the worse, is practically essential. The good news is that there is always a plenty of choice should we need to venture indoors that can help keep the whole family entertained
(CNN) — It’s set to be one of the largest private residence yachts in the world when it launches in 2024, but what does a luxury apartment on board the 728 foot Somnio actually look like? Interior renderings of the $600 million vessel have just been unveiled, offering a glimpse inside what’s being described as
On a Friday afternoon Cristina Nishioka is leaning against the communal table at the front of her pastry shop begging her auntie for fresh ube. They are surrounded by shelves of vintage glassware and locally made ceramics. The pastry case to their right is empty except for a few cookies. Nishioka immigrated from the Philippines
Start exploring Budapest with Lonely Planet’s video guide to getting around, when to go and the top things to do while you’re there. For more travel tips, head to https://www.lonelyplanet.com/hungary/budapest
Editor’s Note — Loren Braunohler joined the US Foreign Service as a diplomat and has served in Mozambique, Venezuela, Sudan, Washington, D.C. and Thailand. After a decade in the US State Department, she resigned in 2011 to become a stay-at-home mom and travel writer. The opinions expressed here are her own. Kiev, Ukraine (CNN) —
The holiday emphasis in Italy tends to be on fun and relaxation rather than sporting excellence, and as a result, the enjoyment factor is all the higher. And not only is Italy much more laid back than its rivals in France, Switzerland and Austria, it is also cheaper. Precious euros will stretch a lot further
Over the last several years, Anheuser-Busch has been undergoing a mindset change as they put the consumer at the center of their innovation efforts. Leading this change is Dafne Hefner, Vice President of Insights and Strategy for Anheuser-Busch. I sat down with Hefner to talk about A-B’s renewed focus on the consumer and how that
In this article RCL Royal Caribbean outgoing CEO Richard Fain told CNBC on Wednesday the company is seeing historically strong bookings for next summer and plans to use the cash flow to pay down debt and reinvest. “[The cruise business] has always been a cash flow business. It’s a highly capital intensive business, but once
(CNN) — A few years ago, Charlotte Wolf returned from a trip around the world and totted up the number of flights she’d taken. “I think I did about 80 flights in quite a short space of time,” the 29-year-old tells CNN Travel today. For Wolf, seeing that number written down forced some hard reflection.
Panera Brea PNRA d, the largest bakery café in the U.S., is heading back to the public market after a nearly five-year stint as a private company under JAB Holding. Prior to that 2017, $7.5 billion JAB deal, Panera was a public company for 26 years. The chain seeks its return to the market without
Produced in different regions, provinces, and small villages—from the north to the south—the best Italian PDO cheeses are made according to traditional production and processing methods handed down over generations. “Italy is an extraordinary place. Its various ecosystems and its rich variety of landscapes translate into an incredible array of culinary treasures, particularly cheeses,” says
(CNN) — Those braving international travel in the Covid era are faced with navigating an ever-shifting maze of rules and restrictions. If you want to avoid getting stranded for two weeks, you’d better check your documents are in order before crossing any international border. Even more so if your destination is one of a handful
A Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner taxis past the Final Assembly Building at Boeing South Carolina in North Charleston, South Carolina, March 31, 2017. Randall Hill | Reuters Boeing said Tuesday that it delivered 27 planes to customers last month, but deliveries of its 787 Dreamliners remain suspended, just as airlines are gearing up for a revival
Emma Walker was recently promoted to become the first female master blender in Johnnie Walker’s 200 year history. Walker sat down to discuss good whisky, chemistry and how she has one of the best jobs in the world. (Answers have been edited to fit space.) Q: How did you get into whisky blending? A: “Early on
Author John Vlahides sails through the Whitsunday Islands and finds out why the Great Barrier Reef is one of the true wonders of the world. Visit http://www.lonelyplanet.com/australia/queensland for more information about Queensland.