Editor’s Note: Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that delves into captivating subjects in the travel realm. This October, we direct our attention to the unconventional, highlighting everything from (allegedly) haunted spaces to abandoned locales. Busan, South Korea (CNN) — At a first glimpse, the village of Ami-dong in the South Korean city of …
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Editor’s Note: Subscribe to Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter, for the latest updates on destinations reopening, travel inspiration, aviation news, culinary highlights, accommodations, and other travel-related developments. CNN — Prior to the pandemic, Hong Kong welcomed approximately 56 million visitors annually. Now, after enduring some of the world’s strictest travel restrictions for over …
Market vendor Mr. Chan eagerly showcases the deserted Tung Choi Street in Kowloon, once brimming with tourists and hustle. His silver earrings, necklaces, and scarves now gather dust, as the past three years have taken a toll on his business. Prior to the pandemic, he would keep his stall open until 10 p.m., but nowadays …
Editor’s Note: This article is part of CNN Travel’s Monthly Ticket series, which explores unique and offbeat travel topics. In October, we delve into the world of the unusual, featuring haunted spaces and abandoned places. In the bustling city of Hong Kong, William Sargent’s eyes light up as he spots the glimmer of snake skin …
CNN – Cappadocia, a region in central Turkey, is like a magnificent, handwoven carpet with its stunning palette of caramel swirls, ochers, creams, and pinks. The landscape is adorned with poplar trees along paths created by ancient lava flows from extinct volcanoes, and valleys filled with cone-shaped peribacı. This wondrous place is famous for its …
People have various reasons for choosing their travel destinations, including cost, itineraries, proximity to loved ones, and social media influence. However, sustainability has become an increasingly important factor. According to Jack Coble, vice president of design and environmental stewardship at Urban Villages, green travel is not only becoming more common but also the overwhelming preference …
Rachel Décoste embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery when she arrived in the Republic of Benin in West Africa in August 2018. Little did she know that this trip would change her life forever. Being the daughter of Haitian immigrants in Ottawa, Canada, Rachel was always curious about her ancestry. After submitting her DNA …
When travelers return from their vacations, they often bring back wonderful souvenirs and a new perspective on the world. However, they may also end up with unpleasant health issues such as a cold or digestive problems. While it’s common to get sick while traveling, it doesn’t have to be unavoidable. Dr. Henry M. Wu, from …
CNN— China, known for its diverse food scene, offers a wide range of flavors that make it difficult to compile a definitive list of the “best” Chinese dishes. However, having a list of essential eats can greatly enhance your culinary experience in this country of vast flavors. Although international tourists are currently unable to visit …