Destinations

A sizzling strip of coastal desert. Endless snow-capped Andean summits. A humid expanse of rainforest mazed by mighty rivers. These three types of terrain form a triumvirate of totally different climates, ensuring every time of year is a great time to go to Peru.   This is a tradition-entrenched, festival-focused land, with at least one vibrant celebration

St Moritz’s après scene is muted compared to Swiss rivals like Zermatt or Verbier, but there are still huts on the mountain for lingering in over a final drink before descending to bars in the valley. The after dinner scene is sophisticated and, naturally given St Moritz’s reputation for upmarket glamour, expensive. With its high-class shopping on Via

Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Nov. 9, 2022 Leslie Josephs | CNBC Consumers have booked fewer flights for Thanksgiving week than they did three years ago, before the Covid pandemic, according to Adobe data released Thursday. Domestic bookings are down 7% from the same point in 2019, but high fares have translated to a 3% increase

Villa Rinascimento Wellness is a journey, so why not let that journey lead you to one of these magical Haute Retreat villas, where every wellness desire is fulfilled? From the French Alps to the Riviera Maya, Haute Retreats offers a worldwide portfolio of some of the most luxurious and opulent villas on earth. At each, guests find

(CNN) — Hong Kong is widely considered one of the most challenging cities in the world to operate a restaurant — a roiling cauldron of changing tastes, cleaver-sharp competition and unsavory economics. Right at the heart of its culinary world, with connections to at least half of its hottest tables, is publicist Geoffrey Wu. Wu

With its pulsing, modern cities, beautiful rural landscapes and world-renowned cuisine, Japan is one of the top stops for travelers seeking a fully immersive Asian experience. And there’s good news: travelers dreaming of a long-awaited trip to Japan need wait no longer – independent travel into the country resumed as of October 11, 2022. After

The Lake District isn’t all about energetic outdoorsy activities on the fells or water. It can also be a place to just kick back and let yourself be pampered in a spa. Even better, some of the area’s spa hotels combine treatments and relaxation areas with stunning views, whether of lakes and hilltops or peaceful

The Valuable 500, a business coalition, released its list of the top 10 most accessible cities in the world.  The report cited a survey conducted among 3,500 individuals with disabilities, who rated cities based on “transport links, proximity of accommodation to attractions, shops, and restaurants, and the availability of information about accessibility.” The survey was

Photo by Rush Creek Lodge and Spa Less than a mile away from the entrance into Yosemite National Park on the long windy road that takes travelers up the mountain, sits Rush Creek Lodge & Spa, a luxurious and approachable resort destination inspired by the natural beauty and power of Yosemite National Park. Best known

(CNN) — It wasn’t until he moved near to an airfield in the UK over a decade ago that mechanical engineer Ashok Aliseril Thamarakshan began to seriously consider learning to fly a plane. He got his first taste of flying a few years later, when his wife Abhilasha bought him a 30-minute flight experience for

On a clear day in Seattle, looking southbound you can see Mt Rainier – a 14,000ft glaciated towering volcano. Way off to the east are the gateways of the North Cascades, one of the country’s few free national parks, boasting more than 300 glaciers (the most in the continental US).  Westward are the ranges of

London is definitely up there as a contender for most romantic city thanks to the strength and variety of its amorous abodes. In fact it’s often possible to get everything you need all under the one roof – ideal for a romantic weekend getaway. You want a room with wow factor, a dimly lit bar to

In this article RYA-IE Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Ryanair reported record summer profits, but Chief Executive Michael O’Leary warned winter is “very fragile.” ATTILA KISBENEDEK / Contributor / Getty Images Ryanair on Monday reported record summer profits, but CEO Michael O’Leary warned that the winter is likely to be “very fragile.” “We look

Editor’s Note — Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In October, we shift our focus to the offbeat, highlighting everything from (allegedly) haunted spaces to abandoned places. (CNN) — In March 2022, the world let out a collective gasp when the remarkably

Traveling to lesser-known pre-Incan archaeological sites, lush jungles and tranquil beaches almost always requires a bit of land transport in Peru. Why not take control and set the pace of your Peru exploration by hiring or renting a car for an epic road trip? While car rental prices in Peru are steep compared to bus

We need to reframe the idea of an airport hotel being lacklustre, soulless (and, let’s face it, a tad Alan Partridge) to actually being a genius idea that makes travelling all the more bearable. Especially now with extended check-in times and unforgiving passport queues. So why not rock up the day before take-off, take a

Getty Images Retailers have a new threat this holiday season: wanderlust. Americans are returning to the skies, filling hotels, swarming theme parks — and they’re showing a willingness to spend more of their money on trips. That is setting up the fiercest holiday season battle for consumers’ wallets since before the Covid pandemic, with persistent inflation already straining

Baccarat Hotel New York Grand Salon In addition to its undeniably stunning barware, Baccarat crystal adorns some of the most beautiful and iconic hotels and restaurants in the world. In the George V Paris, for instance, a Baccarat Helios chandelier dangles above the one Michelin-starred Le George restaurant. On the French Riviera at Le Negresco,

(CNN) — At the far southwestern tip of England, dangling into the Atlantic, the remote region of Cornwall rarely feels like the center of the world. But recently locals have been feeling tantalizingly close as they’ve watched a very special plane fly low overhead, taking off from the runway at little Newquay Airport — the

Some destinations will always get pitted against one another. In this series, two passionate writers go head-to-head to explain why you should visit their chosen destination. Just how different are Dubai and Abu Dhabi? While only a little over an hour’s drive from each other on the country’s Persian Gulf coast, these two major metropolises are

Eliminate the stress of travelling just before a flight by staying in a hotel near Manchester airport. Chain hotels dominate the airport site itself but, if you choose wisely, you could start your holiday early and enjoy a swim or beauty treatment before take-off. Alternatively, there are charming boutique hideaways in leafy suburbs nearby, a

In this article UAL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT United’s new, small-format lounge at Denver International Airport. Source: United Airlines United Airlines is opening a new kind of lounge at Denver International Airport, and it’s not designed for travelers to linger. The Chicago-based airline is launching the new club Saturday as travel demand recovers,

(CNN) — It’s a place of terraced lemon groves, a paradoxically warm mountain breeze, and a powerful fat-killing gene carried by a few lucky residents. Limone sul Garda, a picturesque fishing village set on the shores of Lake Garda in Italy’s northern Lombardy region, is an unusual destination of barely 1,000 residents. It is the

Few cuisines on this planet are as fresh, varied, creative and downright delicious as what you’ll find in Mexico. Tasty and affordable, Mexico’s well-spiced food goes beyond tacos, and it’s worth planning your trip around. You’re guaranteed to find something flavorful and delicious from coast to coast in Mexico, from simple street taco stands that

With winter well underway and the nights drawing in, this is the perfect time to hunker down for a massage, cosy up on a lounger, or sip warm herbal tea as you read your book and gaze out at misty, burnt-orange countryside. So for a slice of self-care, here’s our pick of the best spa

Nov. 2nd, 2022 Since its founding in 1995, Six Senses has expanded to 20 properties worldwide, allowing guests to reconnect and reinvigorate their physical, emotional and mental well-being. Offering meaningful experiences across 17 countries, the luxury hospitality brand ensures that wellness is deeply woven into all their properties. Inviting guests to far flung, yet accessible locations, each property stays true to the natural beauty

(CNN) — Ritz-Carlton’s highly-anticipated superyacht cruise has finally made its debut, three and a half years after its maiden voyage was originally scheduled to begin. Evrima, the first of three custom-built yachts from the famous hotel chain’s Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, began a seven-night cruise from Barcelona, Spain to Nice, France on October 15. The 190-meter

South Carolina is famous for the southern-charm-filled cities of Charleston and Beaufort, sparkling sea islands with Gullah heritage, and the up-and-coming capital city of Columbia. When planning a visit, there’s no shortage of things to do – from prime fishing lakes and streams to champion trees towering above record-breaking bottomland forests or hiking trails through

When Oisin O’Leary first tried to sleep under the island’s jungle canopy, he had to learn to tune out the noises. ‘A small crab moving through dried leaves can sound like a big animal at night,’ he says, ‘and you’ve got to switch off those thoughts.’ The investment-fund manager from London had not been shipwrecked

United Airlines planes at Newark Liberty International Airport Leslie Josephs | CNBC United Airlines pilots “overwhelmingly” rejected a tentative agreement that would have given them raises of about 15% over 18 months, their union said Tuesday, the latest setback in rocky labor talks between unions and airlines. The tentative agreement “fell short of the industry-leading