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(CNN) — The images of the wrecked Antonov AN-225 are now an indelible memory for aviation enthusiasts worldwide. Built in the 1980s to ferry the Soviet space shuttle, the plane got a second life after the Cold War as the world’s largest cargo transporter, achieving records of all kinds, before being destroyed at the end

Vacations are full of adventure, relaxation and fun. Returning to reality tends to feel like the exact opposite. Many folks have vented their frustration and shared hilarious musings on Twitter about the process of getting home after a trip ― from the stressful quantity of unread emails to the fateful decision about whether to unpack

Editor’s Note — Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destinations opening and closing, inspiration for future adventures, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, where to stay and other travel developments. (CNN) — Move over, Guangzhou. Georgia’s Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is once again the world’s busiest

(CNN) — Some of the world’s most innovative artists and photographers have teamed up with a cruise line in a bid to help change the face of travel marketing. Celebrity Cruises has simultaneously launched a new campaign featuring images by the likes of Annie Leibovitz, and the world’s first free to use, “open source” travel

A statement from the park says, “a serious hull breach” occurred Wednesday in the USS The Sullivans. Paul Marzello, the naval park’s president and CEO, told CNN affiliate WKBW that the cause of the breach is under investigation, and crews both in the water and on the deck are attempting to identify where the holes

The day you return home from a vacation ― also known as the “departure day,” since you’re departing from the place you came to visit ― can bring up feelings of wistfulness or stress. As a result, many travelers don’t make plans or take advantage of those final few hours before they make the trip

(CNN) — For 33-year-old Sarah Richard, life has long revolved around scuba diving. As the founder of Girls that Scuba, billed as the world’s largest scuba community for women, she traveled nonstop to host dive trips and events before the pandemic. It would not be unusual for Richard to spend a few weeks in Jordan,

(CNN) — The ability to wake up in a different place every day, live and work in some of the world’s loveliest places, and feel absolute freedom — it’s no wonder that many people dream of life on the road. Kate Oliver not only succeeded in making van life a reality — but she also

For many people, air travel often involves a seat belt that doesn’t fit. Some travelers find they need to get a seat belt extender: a piece that goes between the belt and the buckle to help the two connect. TikTokers such as Remi Bader, Nikki Garza and Adelia Lauren have shared their experiences with these

(CNN) — There are many ways to judge a city’s success as a tourist destination beyond the number of visitors it gets. There’s infrastructure, sustainability and economics; how it copes with the challenges of attracting and accommodating travelers while maintaining quality of life for residents; and then there’s the efficacy of its response to the

Editor’s Note — Monthly Ticket is a new CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In April, we’re setting course for the diverse world of cruises. Whether you’re looking for travel inspiration or insider knowledge, Monthly Ticket will take you there. (CNN) — Angelyn Burk has been

(CNN) — What caught your eye the last time you looked out of your airplane window? It might have been the winglet, a now ubiquitous appendage at the end of each wing, often used by airlines to display their logo and put their branding in your travel pictures. But the winglet isn’t there for marketing

When people think of classic American cities, Chicago inevitably comes to mind. As such, the Windy City attracts a large number of tourists with its music scene, delicious restaurants and varied cultural attractions. “Chicago is one of the most diverse cities I know, and this shows itself in the foods and the experiences that are

(CNN) — Venice is famously not short of tourists, but its newest sight aims to harness the city’s overtourism problem by pointing visitors towards social responsibility. The Procuratie Vecchie in St. Mark’s Square — one of the most famous buildings in one of the world’s most famous city spaces — has opened to the public

A honeymoon is one of the most joyful types of vacations you can take. It’s a time to bask in newlywed bliss, embark on new adventures together, and take a much-deserved breather after all the stresses of planning a wedding. Although lots of couples choose far-off destinations for their honeymoons, the pandemic’s restrictions on international

Editor’s Note — Monthly Ticket is a new CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In April, we’re setting course for the diverse world of cruises. Whether you’re looking for travel inspiration or insider knowledge, Monthly Ticket will take you there. (CNN) — Gigantic cruise ships are

(CNN) — Everyone has their own way of dealing with heartbreak. Some turn to their friends for support, some turn to TV streaming services and some turn to ice cream. But what if you could check yourself into an alcohol- and technology-free retreat for a long weekend of “transformational therapy” as well as scenic views,

(CNN) — The travel industry has pitched in to help house some of the millions of people who have fled conflict in Ukraine over the past six weeks, with hotels and vacation home owners across Europe offering rooms to those in need. Now a cruise liner has also opened its doors to the refugees. Holland

Hostomel, Ukraine (CNN) — Its fuselage is a charred and twisted gaping hole. Its gigantic wings are slumped to the ground, one of its engines burned and destroyed. The huge train of tires on which the aircraft sits is still visible, as is the tattered nose cone, proudly bearing Ukrainian blue and yellow stripes and

(Reuters) — An April Fool’s prank tweeted by staff at budget airline Thai Vietjet could lead to criminal charges after an activist lawyer filed a complaint with police alleging it had insulted Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn. Police will decide later whether to pursue a criminal case under strict “lese majeste” laws — which make defaming