Brisbane, Australia CNN — A 23-year-old hiker whose disappearance sparked a nearly two-week-long land and air search of dense Australian wilderness has been found alive, authorities said Wednesday. Hadi Nazari was last…
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Italy’s famous deserted island hermit dies at 85
Rome CNN — A man who made an art of living off the grid on a deserted Mediterranean island for more than 30 years has died at the age of 85, just…
Her husband died after they moved to Spain. Now this American woman says she’s determined to live their dream
CNN — As they neared their retirement, Madeline Waid and her husband Jim, both from the United States, were eager to spread their wings. The couple, who were based in Randolph, Vermont,…
Visitors to the UK from 48 countries must now apply and pay a fee before travel
Editor’s note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destinations, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, and where to stay. CNN — If 2024…
China unveils prototype for what could be the world’s fastest high-speed train
Hong Kong CNN — China has revealed a prototype of its next generation high-speed train, a vehicle it says is on track to be the world’s fastest. The CR450, which was unveiled…
Christmas Eve stowaway caught on Delta airplane at Seattle airport
CNN — A stowaway was caught trying to nab a ride on a Delta Air Lines plane at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Christmas Eve. The Seattle attempt follows another recent incident on…
Swiss plane makes emergency landing due to smoke on board
CNN — A Swiss International Air Lines flight was forced to make an emergency landing Monday due to smoke in the cabin and cockpit, the airline said. Flight LX1885 was en route…
Passenger detained at LAX for having 82 fireworks in carry-on
CNN — It takes a lot to shock the TSA, but one traveler managed to pull it off when agents found dozens of fireworks and weapons in her carry-on luggage. The woman’s…
Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopens after renovation work in time for the Jubilee Holy Year
Rome (AP) — Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopened Sunday after three months of renovations, just in time for the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year that is expected to draw millions…
Secret passageway through one of Italy’s most famous cityscapes opens to public for first time
For travel tips, recipes and more insight on Italian culture, sign up for CNN’s Unlocking Italy newsletter. This eight-part guide will have you packing your bags in no time. Florence, Italy CNN…