Olive picking, Istria, Croatia Croatia’s northernmost region is famous for its olives, and the Meneghetti hotel and winery produces four different varieties of oil from the 750 trees dotted across the estate. From early October to mid-November, guests can join the olive harvest and oil-making process, as well as oyster-shucking on the nearby fjords and … Read more
Extreme temperatures are driving travelers to seek cooler destinations. And there’s a term for the trend: “coolcations.” Heat waves — which are increasing in frequency, duration and intensity, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency — are affecting where people are choosing to vacation, especially during the hot summer months. “Often, when we think of vacation, … Read more
For over 50 years, Disney World has been offering people of all ages the chance to skip out on reality for a day or three and experience a shinier, sweeter, more idyllic life. Between the rides, the princesses poised for photo ops and the enormous turkey legs, there’s something for everyone. However, the “happiest place … Read more
A Southwest Boeing 737 is at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Arizona, USA, on July 2, 2024. Robert Smith | Nurphoto | Getty Images Southwest Airlines raised its third-quarter revenue forecast on Thursday, announced its board authorized a $2.5 billion in share buybacks, and detailed a host of changes to its business model as … Read more
Air travel can be a pleasant experience when things go smoothly, but when unexpected snags arise, the journey might start to feel tiring and expensive. And then there’s the confusion of trying to figure out what resources you’re entitled to as you deal with delays, cancellations, involuntary bumps, missing luggage and other kinds of disruptions. … Read more
Nick and I are standing by the old Norman tower on the sacred isle. “We would come on the pilgrimage when we were kids,” he’s telling me. “Walk all around the island with thousands of others. All the cousins and friends doing the stations of the cross.” The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn … Read more
A Southwest Airlines plane takes off from Hollywood Burbank Airport on July 25, 2024 in Burbank, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images Southwest Airlines is planning to reduce service to and from Atlanta next year, cutting more than 300 pilot and flight attendant positions, according to a company memo seen by CNBC. The changes come … Read more
For some, a stately home does it. For others, a converted barn. For me, anything rail-related hits the spot. It’s partly respect for transport and proper jobs. It’s also because I was born and raised 1.2 miles (or a mile and 16 chains in the parlance) south of the world’s first inter-city railway line – … Read more
A couple, who argued with a passenger who reclined her seat, won’t be flying with Cathay Pacific ever again. The Hong Kong-based airline banned the pair after video footage emerged showing the couple taunting, using vulgar hand gestures, and jostling the chair of a female passenger who reclined her seat on a 14-hour flight from … Read more
Put your passport somewhere safe. Wear comfortable shoes for trips that involve a lot of walking. Check the weather at your destination before packing. Avoid excursions that exploit or endanger animals. When it comes to traveling, much of the advice you receive can be helpful. But there is also information people share that may unknowingly … Read more
