(CNN) — Hiking is often derided by adrenaline addicts as somehow lesser than more hardcore mountain experiences like climbing or skiing. But as these challenging trails show, putting one foot in front of the other isn’t always the easy option. To undertake these famous hikes, you’ll need more than just a hefty dose of gumption.
Month: July 2022
Two new ETFs out this summer are working the overnight shift. The NightShares 500 [NSPY] and NightShares 2000 ETFs [NIWM] are doing something no ETF has done before: Take advantage of the so-called “night effect.” According to NightShares CEO Bruce Lavine, stocks bought at the market close and sold when markets open again in the
Image: Blancpain Originally introduced in 2007 at the time when Blancpain launched the contemporary Fifty Fathoms collection, the Fifty Fathoms Tourbillon 8 Jours is more of a symbol of horological expertise than a tool for hard and abusive use, but of course, no one in their right mind would advocate this watch as a beater.
Image: Dior For more than a century, couture has been emblematic of the triumph of craftsmanship and fashion. It represents the fusion of fashion — the modern entity that combines novelty and synergy with personal and social needs — and craftsmanship — the arts of dressmaking, tailoring, and crafts constituent to apparel and accessories. With
Image: Richard Mille In a year that saw the introduction of the thinnest-ever mechanical wristwatch in the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra, we now have a new king of thin chic: the Richard Mille RM UP-01 Ferrari. When you add the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept, you find yourself with a trio of watches that are bewildering.
Image: Chanel In July 2022, Chanel celebrated the links between fashion and music with a Mediterranean tour titled “Chanel Summer Tour”. Between fantasy and reality, the Chanel Spring Summer 2022 collection designed by Virginie Viard expresses an ethereal lightness. Bright, joyful silhouettes float amidst geometric structures in a graphic setting created by Xavier Veilhan. A decor
With summer comes the joy of getting out there and exploring; packing a wardrobe for your trip and taking endless amounts of pictures to show off both the destination and your travel outfit to your family and friends. But if there’s one thing that could mess up your vacation mood, it’s the unpredictable weather. Even
Snuggled into Alberta’s majestic Canadian Rockies, Banff and Lake Louise are among the most exquisitely beautiful places on Earth. It’s also one of the most popular destinations for travelers from around the world, but you can avoid the crowds by visiting in winter – especially near Christmas. Once Old Man Winter settles in, something magical
Hiking offers adventurers a low-cost way to explore. One of the prevailing trends in travel this year is the continued surge in hiking and outdoor recreation. Coupled with beautiful scenery and friendly trail neighbors, it’s a fantastic way to vacation. As gear improves and new trails open, it’s now even easier to spend long periods
Each summer, millions of people trek through the gates of national parks across the US and Canada, but just because it’s peak season doesn’t mean it’s the best time to go. So when should you plan your trip? We conducted a thorough analysis of Lonely Planet’s guides to the most visited, best-known parks in both
With gentle rolling hillsides, villages of thatched cottages and all the tea shops and pubs one could want after a long day’s hike, strolling through the Cotswolds is one of the top ways to experiene this beloved region of England. From gentle rambles to endurance-testing treks, the Cotswolds offers a wealth of trails for exploring.
Botswana combines mind-blowing wildlife-watching, cinematic landscapes, extraordinary experiences and top-notch guides. Whether you’re a first-timer or an old safari hand who returns again and again, the country always has something thrilling to discover. Vast expanses of this dazzlingly diverse country are protected spaces, allowing a staggering array of wildlife to roam freely. Home to some
If your image of Crete is beaches lined with sweaty bodies roasting during long days of blasting sunshine, well you’ve got summer correct. But the island is seasonal, and in winter it can get cold, windy and wet. Sights and businesses set their schedule to the tourist season. While summer sees endless festivals and people
Little more than a century ago, riding the rails to one of the national parks’ grand lodges ranked among the most luxurious vacations you could take in the US. And while plenty of park stays remain exclusive—so much so that year-long waitlists aren’t unheard of—your options have expanded considerably, from historic log-and-stone icons to new
It’s easy to think the Gulf nations are always hot. But Qatar’s scorching summers are bookended by surprisingly pleasant weather for exploring this corner of the Arabian Peninsula, with rainy days a rare event at any time of the year. Still something of an emerging travel destination, Qatar rarely feels crowded, allowing for a refreshing
It’s fair to say that no single person has had such a powerful and lasting effect on modern-day South Africa as Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. His memory lives on in the minds of the people and is immortalized in statues, museums, exhibitions and monuments across the country. As a visitor to South Africa, if you hope
Cuban cuisine has come a long way in the last decade. Until the late 2000s, shortages were a way of life, and the nation’s default snack was a sandwich stuffed with tinned ham and rubbery cheese (the real Cuban sandwich is an invention of Cuban Americans in the US). Reforms in the early 2010s widened
It’s already been a year since Dan Feuerriegel walked into Salem, taking over the role of the notorious EJ Dimera, and what a year it’s been! In that time, EJ has had his heart broken by his beloved Samantha, had a brief dalliance with his ex, Nicole Walker, and is now in the midst of
When Dancing With the Stars moves to Disney+ in the fall, it will be returning to its old ways. The veteran reality series will have two hosts. Tyra Banks will return to the series, and her co-host will be Alfonso Ribeiro. Banks returns for her third season on the show, while the judging panel will
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of power has the potential to become the biggest new show of the year. Prime Video on Thursday offered an extended look at the epic drama series that takes place years before the movies. Galadriel is ready for some big changes, and this time, we’re meeting a very
This season has been a master class in perspective-taking, and The Orville: New Horizons Season 3 Episode 7 makes my head spin with the kaleidoscope of viewpoints it offers on a myriad of issues. From diplomatic negotiations to relationship nuances to trauma-rooted prejudices and cultural standards, the crew of The Orville is forced to make
The life of an American Gigolo isn’t as easy as one might think. Forty-two years after Richard Gere made an impression with theater-goers as gigolo Julian Kaye, it’s Jon Bernthal’s time at the wheel. American Gigolo is present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film, but it’s hard not to notice the similarities between Gere and
It’s Serena vs. June on The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5, and it’s going to be a bitter battle to the finish line. Hulu on Thursday unveiled a more extensive look at the season ahead, teasing the aftermath of June’s fateful decision to murder Commander Waterford. Serena is understandably livid about what transpired. Despite her and
AMC+ released the first look at Tales of The Walking Dead today, while The History Channel revealed two new series in the Alone franchise. They’re of the all-stars variety. Jonathan Bennett and Brooke D’Orsay are teaming up for a new movie for Hallmark Channel, and Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butthead gets a premiere date on
The bodies will continue to mount on Syfy’s Chucky Season 2. The cable network has announced that the hit drama will return with even bigger stakes on October 9, 2022. The series will air in the 9 p.m. slot, leading into the series premiere of the freshman drama series Reginal the Vampire, an adaptation of
Criminal Minds is officially coming back! That much we’ve known for a while now, but we didn’t have any clarity on when it could be back. Thankfully, the cameras get rolling very soon, and Paramount+ confirmed the order in a statement Thursday. “For 15 seasons, CRIMINAL MINDS was at the forefront of cutting-edge scripted drama
There’s more Dr. Death on the way, but it won’t be a follow up to the story starring Joshua Jackson. Peacock announced a second season of the grim, medical-inspired true crime series, which will follow the anthology style going forward. Here’s what we know so far. Season two will be from showrunner, writer and executive
Mumford & Sons father Marcus Mumford is going solo. After confirming the project earlier this week, the musician has revealed that his first sans-sons album (self-titled) is arriving September 16th via Capitol, and today, we can hear its lead single “Cannibal.” Produced by Blake Mills, (self-titled) features an impressive roster of guest vocals from Brandi Carlile, Phoebe Bridgers, Clairo, and Monica Martin. Judging
Delia Owens, best-selling author of the 2018 book Where the Crawdads Sing, is “wanted for questioning” in an open 1995 murder case, according to officials in Zambia. Investigators have reiterated their desire to speak with Delia, her ex-husband Mark Owens, and her stepson Christopher as a film adaptation of Where the Crawdads Sing prepares for release on July 15th.
The Beavis and Butt-Head revival continues on Thursday, August 4th with the premiere of a new episodic series on Paramount+. In anticipation, the official trailer has been revealed. Watch it below. The new series comes on the heels of the original film Beavis & Butt-Head Do the Universe, which ranks among the funniest films of