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Is this Turkey’s most expensive villa?

Bodrum is renowned for its luxury villas, but the Villa Macakizi may be the most exclusive. Costing $50,000 a night in peak season, and with capacity to cater 200 people, it comes with its own celebrity chef and 50 staff.

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Eva Longoria learns how to prepare the perfect wood-fired fish

After making Marbella her home, Eva Longoria celebrates with family and friends, enjoying the city’s vibrant dishes and local flavors.

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Millions head home as Fourth of July weekend wraps up

AAA projects that 72 million Americans made a holiday getaway this Fourth of July weekend. Elise Preston reports.

CBS America

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Morocco sees surge in Chinese tourists

Chinese tourists are pouring into one of Morocco’s most famous sites, drawn by its culture and landscapes. Their enthusiasm - and spending - are providing a boost to the local economy at Ksar Aït Ben Haddou.

Africanews

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Uganda's 'Ghost Island' under threat from international tourism

On a tiny island in Uganda’s Lake Victoria, local fishermen have created a rare harmony with nature, guided by strict cultural traditions and spiritual beliefs. But with growing interest from tourists, there are fears it could soon be at...

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85 million LEGO bricks used to build Shanghai's Legoland

The world’s biggest Legoland has opened in Shanghai. It cost $550 million to build and is expected to attract more than two million people every year.

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Buffalo, N.Y., trying to lure back Canadian tourists

A new billboard next to Toronto's busy Gardiner Expressway is attempting to attract tourists from southern Ontario back to a destination they once flocked to for chicken wings, pro sports and cross-border shopping: Buffalo, N.Y.

CBC News

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Record-breaking travel expected for Fourth of July

With the Fourth of July falling on a Friday, Americans are taking advantage of the long weekend. AAA estimates 72 million people are traveling at least 50 miles for the holiday, which is 1.7 million more than last year.

CBS America

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Six Canadian airports hit with bomb threats

Bomb threats targeting air traffic control sites at six major Canadian airports led to widespread delays and cancellations. Operations have resumed, but many passengers remain stranded as police investigate.

CBC News

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Viral quake doomsday rumors spook tourists to Japan

Viral rumors of impending disaster stemming from a comic book prediction have taken the sheen off Japan's tourism boom, with some airlines cancelling flights from Hong Kong due to plunging passenger numbers.

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Airlines brace for storms, full flights ahead of July 4 holiday

Tens of millions of Americans are squeezing themselves into middle seats of planes, trains and automobiles, hoping to outrun everyone else and the bad weather. Airlines are bracing for storms and full flights, while bomb threats in Canad...

CBS America

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National parks face lifeguard shortages after Trump cuts

Among popular summer vacation destinations are national parks. More Americans than ever are visiting them, but there are fewer rangers, lifeguards and other workers to help them. Nancy Chen reports on the safety concerns.

CBS America

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Tracking Fourth of July travel trends

In New York City, airfare is actually one of the most expensive increases over last year. So domestic tourism is up, Brian Kelly Points Guys Founder joins "The Close".

Bloomberg

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Fourth of July travel rush underway

AAA is predicting 72.2 million people will travel domestically for Independence Day. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has more.

CBS America

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Severe weather expected for Fourth of July travel weekend

Severe storms are expected in various parts of the U.S. during the Fourth of July travel weekend. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has the latest on the weather and travel plans.

CBS America

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What drivers should know before hitting the road for July 4

AAA says a record 61.6 million people are expected to hit the roads nationwide this holiday week—the most ever for Independence Day travel.

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French families head to Brittany for break from heatwave

With a massive heatwave still hitting France, some French families are heading to the northwest of France - to Brittany - where temperatures have remained clement.

France 24

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Hear what residents think of new French smoking ban

France has become the first European country to ban smoking on all beaches and in parks nationwide. The sweeping measure is part of President Emmanuel Macron’s pledge to create “the first tobacco-free generation” by 2032, but with 23% of...

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Europe sweltering under severe heat wave

Health warnings remained in effect in several European countries as the first major heat wave of the summer continues. Elizabeth Palmer has more.

CBS News

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France bans smoking in most public areas

The iconic image of a smoking Parisian is becoming a thing of the past as France has banned smoking in most public areas. Ramy Inocencio reports.

CBS News

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Months after Hurricane Helene, this mountain town is on the rebound

From breweries, to the Blue Ridge Mountains, to the Biltmore Estate – Asheville, North Carolina has a bit of something for every traveler. Months after the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, CNN’s Coy Wire visits the mountain town to ...

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Dad saves daughter who fell overboard on Disney cruise

Passengers capturing the dramatic rescue of two overboard cruise ship guests said to be a father and his young daughter. Crew from the ship's Disney dream rescue team seen scooping the pair up out of the water and returning them to safety.

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Thailand to re-criminalise cannabis in blow to $1bn industry

Thailand has made the recreational use of cannabis illegal again. The substance was taken off the list of controlled narcotics in 2022. Now the governing Pheu Thai party blames cannabis for creating serious social problems.

Al Jazeera

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See why this town’s Pride celebration is a month earlier

Northampton, Massachusetts has a long history of being a haven for the LGBTQ community. Join us as we ride the region’s rails to trails bike network, explore Smith College, and kick back at a local coffee shop.

CNN

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A devastating loss led to a new life in Costa Rica

After a gut-wrenching series of events, Kema Ward-Hopper and her family were desperate for a change from their life in Houston. Now they are part of a growing American exodus seeking healing and a simpler life amid Costa Rica’s natural b...

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Preparing for the 4th of July travel rush

Nick Ewen of The Points Guy offers tips for travelers who plan on hitting the road for the upcoming 4th of July holiday, which is expected to have a record number of travelers.

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Phoenix bar takes "passengers" to new heights

At Carry On airlines in Phoenix, guests board a nostalgic journey through aviation history, complete with boarding passes and destination-inspired drinks.

CBS News

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Check out this coastal town’s quirky traditions

Set sail for Annapolis, Maryland — a charming coastal town nestled on the Chesapeake Bay, where maritime tradition runs deep, and seafood is a way of life. Check out CNN’s America’s Best Towns to Visit for this year’s top ten list and mu...

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This ‘hidden gem’ of a city is where the blues genre was born

Clarksdale, Mississippi is known as the birthplace of the blues. Follow CNN anchor Laura Coates as she explores the city’s deep music roots. We visit important blues landmarks, sit down for lunch at Abe’s Bar-B-Q, and see first hand why ...

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See why this is CNN’s best town to visit for 2025

Follow CNN’s Victor Blackwell as he visits Ithaca, New York – a hidden gem where towering waterfalls, vibrant murals, and soulful food come together to create the ultimate feel-good getaway. Check out CNN’s America’s Best Towns to Visit ...

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