At the onset of spring 2020, the coronavirus ravaged the world, leading to the drastic disappearance of air travel. Airlines operated nearly empty “ghost flights” solely to preserve airport slots, while airport terminals remained eerily abandoned. Strikingly, as aviation vanished from our skies, the carbon emissions fueling global warming dropped by over half of 2019 …
The era of unabated “revenge travel” may be coming to a close. According to new reports, travelers are starting to curtail their travel plans due to inflation and rising travel costs. A recent report by Morning Consult reveals that travel intentions are increasing in some countries but flatlining or declining in others, particularly in Europe. …
Have you ever packed workout clothes for a vacation, only to realize that you never actually wore them when you returned home? It seems that the location of your trip might play a role. According to data from exercise apps, which track users’ physical locations and search history, travelers tend to be more active in …
Kyoto’s flat geography makes it perfect for long strolls. During my three-month trip in May, I found it incredibly easy to navigate the city using bustling Shijo Street, also known as Shijo-dori. I covered almost 130 miles on foot, from running errands to exploring popular attractions like Nijo Castle and Kiyomizudera. Kyoto’s traditional businesses and …
The Best Hotel in the World: Passalacqua on Italy’s Lake Como The 50 Best organization has declared Passalacqua, an 18th-century villa situated on the picturesque Lake Como in Italy, as the best hotel in the world. This announcement was made during the unveiling of “The World’s 50 Best Hotels” in London. Passalacqua was once the …
Planning a holiday can be a stressful experience, but travel agents have always been there to help. However, there’s a new player in town: chatbots like ChatGPT, Bard AI, and Microsoft Bing. These chatbots can provide instant and mostly free travel recommendations. But which one is better for planning vacations? CNBC Travel decided to find …
Many Airbnb users with bookings in New York City this Christmas are scrambling to find new accommodations. The company announced plans to cancel and refund bookings for stays after Dec. 1, according to the Associated Press, after long-planned regulations aimed at curbing illegal short-term rentals in the city went into effect on Sept. 5. The …
Clarese Partis, a 39-year-old software designer from Los Angeles, has always dreamed of working from a unique and secluded location away from the typical tourist hotspots. When she was presented with the opportunity to do so, she didn’t hesitate to jump on it. Just last week, Partis arrived in the charming village of Ollolai in …
8 Regal Retreats in India Where Travelers Can Live like Kings and Queens The Maharajas of India’s past built magnificent palaces as a symbol of their power. However, in 1971, India abolished “privy purses,” or governmental payments made to these rulers. Many of these palaces have been transformed into heritage hotels, offering travelers the chance …
Two and a half years after the death of Roni Dagan’s husband, she and her seven-year-old son, Gal, have found solace in the form of travel. They have embraced the act of traveling itself, which brings them joy. This journey began after a year of grieving. Prior to having Gal, Dagan lived in the United …