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By Rosa Rahimi, CNN (CNN) — France’s national railway operator has unveiled its next-generation high-speed trains, equipped with stylish interiors that are already causing a stir online. Branded INOUI (a play on the French word “inouï,” meaning unprecedented or incredible), these will be the fifth generation of the country’s TGV intercity service that has been

By Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey, CNN (CNN) — We’ve all seen the design models showing miniature people happily chatting on tree-lined streets and sitting outside restaurants. But many modern residential developments end up as eerie, empty places, devoid of life and atmosphere. Sometimes, with the right mix, it can work — and the developments even become tourist

By Minori Konishi, Mai Takiguchi and Chris Lau, CNN Tokyo (CNN) — A major railway operator in Japan is embarking on a journey to build what it says will be the world’s first 3D-printed train station. The new station structure, measuring about 108 square feet, will be located in the southern prefecture of Wakayama, 60

By Taylor Nicioli, CNN New York (CNN) — The Empire State building stands approximately 15 inches tall, whereas the Statue of Liberty measures at just under two inches without its base. At this scale, even ants would be too big to represent people in the streets below. These lifelike miniatures of iconic landmarks can be

By Silvia Marchetti, CNN (CNN) — Yes — they’re still available. If you’re worried that there are no more towns in Italy left selling homes for one euro, or a little over a dollar, don’t be. One town that’s been low key selling homes for the price of a coffee is about to release another

By Billy Stockwell and Hilary Whiteman, CNN (CNN) — An American tourist who caused uproar after picking up and running off with a baby wombat in Australia has said she is “truly sorry” for the incident, saying she was acting out of concern for the young animal’s welfare. A video shared widely on social media

By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — People around the world this weekend will be seeking out their local Irish pubs to join in the revelry associated with Ireland’s national holiday, Saint Patrick’s Day, on March 17. For one Irishman, however, a visit to his country’s outposts abroad isn’t an annual treat, but a way of

By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — In travel news this week: Why Nigerians say their Guinness is even better than Ireland’s, a Texan woman who moved to France in her 70s and is loving every minute, plus Time Out reveals the best foodie destinations for 2025. Delectable destinations A golden rule of travel should be

By Amarachi Orie, CNN (CNN) — Lawmakers and campaigners in the United Kingdom are pushing for an end to the display of human remains in museums and the sale of human body parts in auction houses. The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Afrikan-Reparations (APPG-AR), which is made up of parliamentarians, campaigners and community members, released a

By Francesca Street, CNN (CNN) — The first time Beverly Carriveau saw Bob Parsons, she felt like a “thunderbolt” passed between them. “This man stepped out of a taxi, and we both just stared at each other,” Beverly tells CNN Travel today. “You have to remember, this is the ‘60s. Girls didn’t stare at men.

By Julia Buckley, CNN (CNN) — Air Canada has apologized after it emerged that some of its fleet displayed maps that appeared to have erased Israel. The carrier’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet were found to have moving maps — part of the in flight entertainment (IFE) system — that did not show Israel as a

By Lilit Marcus, CNN (CNN) — Mindfulness is one of the most popular concepts in the wellness industry right now — there are hotels, spas and classes all dedicated to its pursuit. But the Himalayan nation of Bhutan is taking the idea 20 steps further by building an entire mindfulness city. Gelephu, in southern Bhutan

By Casey Barber, CNN (CNN) — Pie, pita, torta, tarte. No matter what it’s called, the idea applies across the globe. Everyone loves a piece of filled, baked goodness. March 14 is Pi Day in honor of the first three digits of the mathematical constant π (3.1415…). But it’s also a flimsy, yet delicious, excuse

By Taylor Nicioli, CNN (CNN) — MSCHF has been called many things — performers, designers, even internet trolls — but for co-chief creative officer Kevin Wiesner, the title “artists” works just fine. It’s an ambiguous enough term to cover all the hats its members wear, he told CNN over a Zoom call. Besides, Wiesner added:

By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — Grab your suitcase and your passport — TIME has just released its list of the world’s 100 greatest places to visit in 2025. From El Salvador to Jaipur to Zimbabwe, the team of editors at the New York-based news magazine has selected remarkable destinations and thrilling new experiences travelers

By Kati Chitrakorn, CNN (CNN) — It’s all change in the world of Italian fashion. Gucci has named Demna Gvasalia as its creative director, as the struggling luxury house seeks to turn around its fortunes. Demna — who only goes by his first name, as of 2021 — will begin his new role in early

By Jacqui Palumbo, CNN (CNN) — At Paris Fashion Week, men stepped out in heels, from pumps and slouchy boots on the Vivienne Westwood runway to the chunky loafers rapper and actor Jaden Smith wore as a guest at Louis Vuitton. It may seem like a progressive move, though there was a time where that

By Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN (CNN) — Living what she describes as a “fairytale” existence with her husband and son in Chicago, Maria Robertson-Justiniano felt as though her future was mapped out. But everything changed in 2018, when her husband Alex died unexpectedly. “It was a complete shock,” Maria tells CNN Travel, describing how the tragedy

By Kati Chitrakorn, CNN (CNN) — After strutting a confident Versace collection at Milan Fashion Week in February that referenced many of the brand’s signature emblems, including the Medusa, Barocco and Greca, Donatella Versace took a bow. Many observers had wondered if it would be Donatella Versace’s last in her position as chief creative officer,

By Hilary Whiteman, CNN Brisbane, Australia (CNN) — An American tourist who was reportedly filmed picking up and running off with a wild baby wombat fled Australia after officials threatened to cancel her visa in a firestorm of criticism over the incident. A video shared widely on social media purports to show Sam Jones, who