Tourism

This week in travel news: Italian pastries are causing a stir, a university city makes a compelling case for pizza, and younger Britons are moving away from the classic evening at the pub. Buon appetito! Italy is celebrated for rich regional cooking and irresistible sweets, with visitors happily queuing for gelato across the country. Yet one Italian specialty can receive less attention than it deserves: the humble pastry. Now, one fluffy treat has become a major draw for travelers, frustrating

From nostalgic 1950s landmarks to stylish glamping retreats, a growing number of stays are breathing new life into one of America’s most beloved traditions, giving travellers a final taste of summer cinema under the stars. At the Frontier Drive-Inn, guest rooms come without televisions. The reason, the property jokes, is that southern Colorado’s largest screen is waiting just beyond the door. That screen is a remnant of the Frontier’s original incarnation as a drive-in theatre. It opened in

A bus crash in southern Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula has killed 21 people and left another 29 injured. The area is well known among visitors, particularly those interested in diving and snorkelling. The accident occurred on the road connecting Dahab and Nuweiba, according to Egypt’s Ministry of Health. Dahab lies around 80 kilometres north of Sharm El-Sheikh. South Sinai is a major tourism destination, attracting travellers with Red Sea resorts, beaches and a wide range of water activities. Dr Ahmed

For almost three decades, a corner of Sonoma County belonged to Tsarist Russia, leaving a little-known but important mark on the history of the United States. The journey from San Francisco to Fort Ross takes roughly two hours, tracing a spectacular route north along the California coast. Once the fog around the Golden Gate had faded behind me, the road carried me past dry vineyards and towards Sonoma’s isolated shoreline. I opened the car windows. On one side, the land dropped sharply into the

These routes cross oceans, continents, and multiple time zones, putting even seasoned travelers’ endurance to the test. An Airbus aircraft recently spent more than 24 hours and 24 minutes in the air during a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Toulouse, covering around 23,000 km. However, this was a test operation rather than a commercial passenger service. Among flights available to book, Singapore Airlines’ New York–Singapore service remains the world’s longest scheduled nonstop passenger route.

The road to Pedrovo is thrillingly steep, and at every tight bend I find myself hoping no tractor appears around the corner. Near the village, we leave the car behind and walk the final stretch to the hamlet, a cluster of white houses with red roofs perched on a sharp karst slope. The warm, dry breeze carries the fragrance of wild sage. A painted wooden sign points us towards Čilčevi Farmstead. We head down a flight of stone steps into a green garden, where a table waits beneath the trees with

Passengers may be surprised to learn that a bright, scorching summer day can delay or even cancel a flight. Yet extreme heat can create serious challenges for aviation. High temperatures reduce aircraft performance, potentially leading to delays, weight limits, additional fuel stops and, in certain situations, cancellations. According to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University professor Cary Grant, who flew for United Airlines for decades, a very hot day can disrupt operations much like snow or

“Norway is a country of hills,” says Glenn Roar Berge with a shrug. He is right, although the description feels rather modest. I have come to Valdres in southern Norway to ride the cycling routes along the edge of Jotunheimen national park. Glenn, a mountain local who works as a guide, will be leading us through the landscape he has known all his life. For much of our three-day journey, we will follow the Mjølkevegen, meaning Milky Way, a 155-mile (250km) route running from Vinstra in the north

As the Danube recedes amid intense heat, the river is exposing a remarkable relic of Europe’s wartime history. This month, exceptionally low water levels have uncovered at least 20 German military vessels near Prahovo in eastern Serbia. Corroded hulls and shattered masts now rise from the river, marking the remains of a Nazi Black Sea fleet intentionally sunk during World War Two. Some wrecks have appeared during earlier droughts, but this summer’s severe heat and lack of rain have brought

Malaysian authorities are introducing stricter requirements for hikers after a rise in search and rescue missions associated with social media-driven trends. The measures include compulsory guides at 189 high-risk sites nationwide, along with screening procedures before hikers begin their climbs, state media agency Bernama reported Wednesday. Hiking is becoming increasingly popular in Malaysia, even though tropical forest covers roughly half of the country’s land. These environments are often

A newly opened luxury resort in Mexico, charging several thousand dollars per night, has faced a difficult debut after a reviewer with a confirmed reservation said he was denied entry at the property’s gates. Ryan Walker, a luxury hotel reviewer on YouTube with more than 140,000 subscribers, published a video during the first week of August documenting an encounter outside Aman Resorts’ new Amanvari Mexico. The resort, which advertised August 6 stays for more than $6,000 per night, is situated

On Sunday evening, Gustavo Monasterios went to bed as a citizen of Venezuela. By Monday morning, he had learned that he was also Italian. Monasterios, 47, found himself at the center of a legal upheaval that shook Italy last week. After almost two years of mounting limits on citizenship by descent, during which government decisions closed the route to an Italian passport for large parts of the diaspora, Italy’s highest court struck down one major restriction following a lawsuit filed by

Many people dream of owning a home, but soaring property prices and expensive mortgages often force them to abandon that goal. However, an entire small village in Germany has been listed for €390,000 (£333,150), making it cheaper than the average apartment in London. For only a fraction of the cost of a flat in the British capital, a buyer could acquire a 24,000-square-metre complex in Thuringia. The site contains 15 buildings. The unusual property appeared on a German classifieds platform

Many famous destinations are struggling under the pressure of excessive visitor numbers. No matter how appealing these places may be, there are times when travelers should consider postponing a trip. Overtourism damages destinations and affects local communities by disrupting everyday life and putting additional strain on limited resources. At the same time, visitors often cannot fully appreciate overcrowded attractions where prices have risen sharply. There are also other reasons why certain

Subscribe to Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter, for updates on global destinations, along with the latest in aviation, dining, and accommodation. In travel news this week: a fresh look at the world’s strongest passports, a culinary controversy involving edible ants, and a major step forward in ultra-long-haul flying. Project Sunrise While many travelers were enjoying a restful weekend, a newly delivered Airbus A350-1000ULR was touching down in Melbourne after completing its

Aliera Iheanacho had saved more than 100,000 United Airlines miles, imagining that one day she would redeem them for a luxurious first-class seat with a lie-flat bed. That aspiration is now on hold. This summer’s steep airfare, fueled by surging jet fuel costs, pushed the price of her May trip to China far beyond what she had planned. She briefly considered scrapping her visit to Disneyland in Shanghai and Hong Kong. Instead, Iheanacho drained her mileage account, spending over 60,000 miles for

Just a few months can completely change the outlook. At the start of this year, Dubai was marking a historic milestone in tourism, reporting a record 19.59 million international visitors in 2025. That momentum has since faltered. Following the recent US and Israeli conflict with Iran, visitor numbers have fallen sharply. Hotel occupancy, once hovering around 80%, is now projected to dip to 10% in the months after the emirate experienced missile strikes in March. Authorities are now investing

Famous tourist capitals, iconic landmarks, and seaside resorts attract millions of visitors every year. However, heavy tourist traffic also creates opportunities for pickpockets and scammers. According to research carried out by the price comparison service Compare the Market, several cities stand out as places where travelers face a higher risk of theft. Paris, often called the City of Love, tops the list as the most risky destination for tourists due to frequent pickpocketing. The greatest

Every summer, private gardens, garages and even apartment windows across Estonia transform into one-day cafés welcoming anyone who wanders by. Under a large canopy, strangers line up for lunch. Nearby, garden beds brim with cucumbers, strawberries, garlic and courgettes, while an apple tree casts shade over a table set with rye bread, homemade pickles and a steaming pot of seljanka, a rich tomato-based soup with ham and smoked sausage. Visitors choose from a modest printed menu, then carry

A new eruption has begun in Guatemala at the Fuego volcano, regarded as one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes on the planet. Streams of lava are once again pouring from its crater, while massive clouds of ash and smoke are rising high into the sky. Due to the sharp increase in volcanic activity, authorities have declared an orange alert across the country, the second-highest warning level. At the same time, evacuations have started for residents living in communities at the foot of the