The Lowell Hotel Discerning travelers expect a lot from their vacations and will go to great lengths to choose hotels that offer bespoke service and exquisite accommodations. The global luxury travel market is expected to reach $1,614 billion by 2026. The emergence of new tourist destinations and an increase in standards of service providers in
Month: February 2020
During Mardi Gras, bakeries like Gambino’s Bakery sell king cakes all across the city. Shops begin selling the pastry on January 6, or King’s Day, and through the eve of Mardi Gras, which is Tuesday, February 25, 2020. The pastry is eaten in Catholic countries around the world as a way to celebrate the coming
Judges in the closely-watched case at London’s Court of Appeal said the UK government, which threw its support behind the proposal, had failed to take into account what impact the move would have on Britain’s commitments under the Paris Agreement. The decision could scupper plans to expand one of the world’s busiest airports, and was
(CNN) — You’ve seen your friends’ photos, you’ve watched the Lord of the Rings trilogy and you’re desperate to experience New Zealand for yourself. But considering that the Land of the Long White Cloud is about the same size as the UK, how will you decide what to see? Here’s our insider’s guide to Aotearoa’s
The street food scene in Tokyo is often centered around train stations and major pedestrian areas. As such a fast-paced city, it’s an ideal place to eat on the go. Here are 10 of the best sweet and salty items to try, most of which will cost you less than 500 yen. Ikayaki (grilled squid)
JetBlue’s new Airbus A321neo at New York’s Kennedy Airport. Leslie Josephs | CNBC JetBlue Airways in a surprise move Wednesday became the first U.S. carrier to cut its change and cancellation fees for travelers concerned about the coronavirus. The budget carrier’s unusual measure, which could pressure other airlines to follow suit, comes during steep drop in
Steamboat Springs, Colorado (CNN) — If you are a bit of an exhibitionist and can handle the exposed snowy shuffle from the snow-covered chairs down to the pool, this is the wintery night time soak for you. A small mountain town known for its ski resort and multiple springs, Steamboat got its name from one
The mention of Mauritius gets most people to envision white sandy beaches holding back deep azure waters against clear skies matching the color of the ocean. Resorts are aplenty serving delicious Mauritian cuisine. But did you know that the island nation, which is a part of Africa is also blessed with lush jungles that are
Following these simple tips at the beginning of every year can highly increase your chances to travel and reduce your spending. 2020 is the year you want to make your travel dreams come true, but you have a small problem… your full-time job. Domestic travel is difficult enough to plan, but with limited PTO international
Adventure Canada When making your travel plans for the coming year, why not consider a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Arctic and surrounding areas with an adventurous cruise? Ethical and sustainable adventure travel are gaining popularity among travel enthusiasts, empowering travelers to explore foreign lands with a newfound respect and understanding of indigenous populations and delicate
View from a Rome rooftop — Photo courtesy of iStock / manjik The soft fragrance of fresh herbs and garlic already filled the air as we climbed the stairs up to the roof. There, on a terrace four stories high in central Rome, our class would sip wine, sample cheeses and learn the art of
(CNN) — The novel coronavirus may have originated in Wuhan, China, but it’s since spread to more than 30 countries across the world. During a press briefing on Monday, Angelo Borrelli, head of the country’s Civil Protection agency, confirmed that five people have died and at least 219 others have been infected with coronavirus in
(CNN) — An American woman has returned a beer stein she stole 55 years ago during a trip to Germany, saying she felt too guilty to keep it. Celeste Sweeney, who hails from Maryland, took the stein from the Hofbräuhaus brewery in Munich in 1965. Sweeney said she was traveling through Europe with her sister
In the Yukon, many residents joke that few people come here intending to stay. Yet there seems to be a powerful pull – a magnetic force – in this northwestern Canadian territory, where something special swirls in the air. In this wide-open, unpopulated land, visitors find endless space to move, to adventure, to dream. And
An American Airlines Boeing 787 (front) and Delta Airlines Airbus A350 aircraft (background, obscured) wait to take off at Beijing airport on July 25, 2018. – Beijing hailed ‘positive steps’ as major US airlines and Hong Kong’s flag carrier moved to comply on July 25 with its demand to list Taiwan as part of China,
In a series of videos posted to the royals’ Instagram page on Monday, the family’s social media team toured a few of the building’s ornate rooms and hallways, which have been turned into construction sites as part of the £369 million ($458 million) project. They also shared a newspaper clipping dating back to 1954 and
Known to be the busiest time of the year for Cape Town, during December locals know all too well to brace themselves for the influx of tourists flocking to the popular beaches. It is during these times that I slip away to secluded spots instead. While many of the trendy beaches in Cape Town have amazing
This toxic pit is one of the biggest environmental cleanup projects in US history. It’s also a tourist attraction. There’s something remarkably apocalyptic and American about a Superfund toxic waste site that moonlights as a tourist attraction, but that’s exactly what you get from the Berkeley Pit in Butte, Montana. It makes for a fascinating
Courtesy of Le Germain Charlevoix Hotel and Spa We awoke to a sea of white, the large flakes shimmering in the sun in the fields beyond our hotel room, a dazzling display of diamond-like sparkles. While 14 inches accumulated overnight, our cozy room at Le Germain Charlevoix Hotel & Spa was snug and altogether perfect.
Editor’s Note — CNN Travel’s series often carry sponsorship originating from the countries and regions we profile. However, CNN retains full editorial control over all of its reports. Read the policy. (CNN) — The River Nile stretches more than 4,000 miles (6,650 km) between Lake Victoria and the Mediterranean Sea. Out of all that length,
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