The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed new digital screening rules for travelers who enter the United States without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program. The plan would affect citizens of about 42 participating countries, mainly in Europe and parts of Asia, who may stay in the U.S. for up to 90 days for tourism or business…
China has significantly expanded its visa-free travel policy in an effort to reinvigorate international tourism and reposition itself as a globally accessible destination. Following the end of its stringent COVID-19 restrictions in early 2023, the country has made sweeping changes to its travel entry rules. The most prominent among these is allowing passport holders from 74 countries to enter China…
The pontiff returns to the papal summer residence, blending rest with ecological engagement and local community support. A Return to a Peaceful Legacy After months of intense public and private engagements following his election, Pope Leo XIV has chosen to spend two weeks at Castel Gandolfo, reviving a long-standing papal tradition of summer retreats to the hilltop town just 15…
Tony and Francine Smarrelli left New York for coastal Calabria, slashing expenses and embracing a slower lifestyle. A Radical Relocation Leads to Financial Relief Tony Smarrelli, 74, and his wife Francine, 75, had their “Italian dream” moment during their 50th wedding anniversary trip to Venice. Inspired by the trip, the couple from Syracuse, New York, decided to leave the United…
A Tapestry of Flavors Across a Vast Landscape Canada is often associated with maple syrup and poutine, but its cuisine extends far beyond these icons. Spanning 3.8 million square miles, the country’s vast geography and multicultural fabric have shaped a food scene that blends Indigenous traditions with global influences. In urban centers like Toronto and Vancouver, Chinese Canadian fare stands…
Travel Spotlights Small-Town Charm Across the u.s. From soaring waterfalls in upstate New York to the birthplace of blues in Mississippi, CNN Travel’s 2025 list of America’s Best Towns to Visit highlights the diversity and character of the country’s most inviting small cities. This year’s selection celebrates destinations that blend cultural heritage, natural beauty, and strong community spirit — all…
Lake Eyre Transforms Into Inland Sea After Rare Weather Event A rare flood event is reshaping Australia’s arid interior, bringing new life to the desert and drawing waves of wildlife and tourists. As floodwaters from northwest Queensland make their way into the Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre basin, the outback is undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation that may continue through October. Satellite images…
