Not many countries have the sights-to-size ratio of South Korea. You can get from one corner of the country to the other in just two and a half hours, and in between you’ll find mountain trails leading to Buddhist hermitages, super-spectacle K-Pop concerts, back-alley pubs serving craft rice wines, enchanting bamboo forests and much more.
Month: July 2022
In the world of whisky “ghost distilleries” possess a persistent mysticism. It’s easy to understand why. The term refers to facilities that have long since shuttered and yet a precious, ever-dwindling supply of liquid remains stored away, awaiting bottling. Once this stock is gone, it’s time to give up the ghost for good—because this particular
France’s top spot on the list of the world’s most visited countries doesn’t surprise me – its exhilarating cities, photogenic villages, surf beaches and snow-topped mountains, along with incredible gastronomy and wine are irresistible for French citizens like me with a lifetime of travel here, as well as international visitors. Of course, the flipside of
In this article JBLU SAVE Passengers wait in line at the Spirit Airlines check-in counter at Orlando International Airport. Paul Hennessy | LightRocket | Getty Images Spirit Airlines relented this week and agreed to sell itself to JetBlue Airways for $3.8 billion, hours after breaking off a merger agreement with Frontier Airlines that failed to
Every summer, caravans of visitors clog Cape Cod’s single highway for a season of Wellfleet oysters, swimmable coastline and the vibrant LGBTIQ+ scene in Provincetown. If you’re curious to learn how to best navigate Cape Cod and avoid the throngs of traffic, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best ways to get around the
Saint Theo’s has barely been open for a year and it’s already one of the toughest tables to snag in town. Most of the buzz so far has been fixed on the playful Italian coastal cuisine coming out of chef Ashley Rath’s kitchen. And plenty more are raving about the stylishness of the space as
In the face of soaring fuel prices all across Europe, Spain announced a historical measure: from September 1 to December 31, multi-journey train tickets are to be free. This brand-new policy is aimed at encouraging the use of trains, and it’s valid for journeys operated by Cercanías, Rodalies and Media Distancia, train lines that travel
Dishes may be a mere moment on the lips, but the tastes, smells, flavour combinations and textures – like those of Proust’s madeleines – are stored in our memories for years to come. One mouthful of pesto takes me straight back to the Piazzetta in Portofino, watching the chic set moor their yachts in the harbour.
London’s Lyaness roared to victory at the 16th annual Spirited Awards at Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans. Ryan Chetiyawardana—a longtime darling of the hospitality world awards circuit—bested Fifty Mils, Charles H. Seoul, and the American Bar at The Stafford, as his famed cocktail cathedral was named World’s Best Bar for 2022. Lyaness, above,
Ojai Valley Inn Golf and summer go hand in hand. As experts and amateurs alike flock to courses near and far to hone their skills on the links, August is the time when courses offer discounts and when the driving ranges become a flurry of activity. In celebration of National Golf Month, leading luxury resorts
Whether you want to delve into the local history, embrace the thriving arts scene, swill Guinness with merry locals, or admire its fusion of architectural styles, the capital of Northern Ireland has a welcoming neighborhood to suit your style. Though Belfast was not the safest place to visit (or live) in the latter half of
After more than two years, New Zealand is fully reopening its borders and welcoming back all international travelers. The country is reopening on July 31, some three months earlier than previously announced. Earlier this year, New Zealand’s borders were opened to Australians and citizens of 60 places that do not need visas to enter, including
ViewStock via Getty Images With a little preparation, your child can manage a whole flight without an accompanying adult. When I was 8 years old, I flew on an airplane by myself to visit my grandparents. My mother walked me up to the gate, where a uniformed airline employee took me by the hand and
(CNN) — When Carrie visited the Grand Canyon in the summer of 2001, she fell in love — twice. First, she was instantly enamored with the vast vistas of copper-colored rocks and wide open blue skies that later bled into a burned orange sunset. “I loved how hot it was. I loved just the natural
For book lovers, one of the nicest things to do is to take time to browse a bookstore. Even better if it’s an unexpected find on your travels, and better still if you leave with purchases that make you happy. To mark Book Lovers Day (August 9), we asked Lonely Planet staff about bookshops they
Just an hour from Edinburgh, Berwickshire is a naturally beautiful region in Scotland’s southeast, imbued with maritime heritage, and yet shamefully under-visited. Its coastline runs south from Cove Harbour, just a few miles south of “Sunny Dunny” Dunbar, all the way to the English border, where Berwick- upon-Tweed topples just over onto the English side
Chef Nikhil Abuvala’s love for cooking began in his grandmother’s kitchen, before he could even reach a kitchen countertop. He’d stand on a chair and help his grandmother roll out fresh Indian flatbread, admiring the way she moved about the kitchen collecting herbs and spices for various dishes. “I got to spend a lot of
Editor’s Note — Sign up to CNN Travel’s free nine-part 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) — When dozens of towns
Rain, bog and midges be damned: Scotland is insanely lovely no matter what hand the weather and wilderness deals you. Its munros don’t seem too intimidating on paper, but up close they are gnarly monsters that leap directly from the sea. Any list of Scotland’s best hikes is bound to cause outrage at the ones
London is so much more than the obvious tourist attractions, which is why it’s good advice to consider which area(s) you’d like to explore before booking your hotel. Take the neighbourhood approach and that’s where you’ll generally find cheaper rates on your hotel. So perhaps you’ll want to tap into the creative hipster vibes of
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