Paris (CNN) — A peal of high-pitched laughter rises sharply above the din of restaurant chatter from a table of three older French women — likely friends, perhaps sisters — who have just shared a moment of mirth over empty, chocolate-stained dessert plates. A few tables over, a pair of scholarly looking silver-haired gentlemen in…
(CNN) — A trip to the top of the Eiffel Tower has long been one of the highlights of any visit to Paris, despite the crowds. But a temporary attraction is allowing visitors the chance to experience the iconic landmark in an even more thrilling way. French mineral water brand Perrier has set up a…
There’s an on-site mansion, sprawling André Le Nôtre-designed gardens, Michelin-starred gastronomy and a five-star hotel. But, crucially, no sea of tourists. In recent years, city-weary Parisians in the know — and in the money — have been escaping to the Domaine de Chantilly, a retreat just 40 minutes away by train or car from the…
Eiffel Tower guide: What you need to know before you go
(CNN) — Down-market food trucks and pop-up restaurants have invaded Paris just like other cities around the world. But when looking for the best French restaurants in Paris, we want the kind of classic tables that make French dining a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Item. To find the most memorable food and drink experiences, we turned…
Editor’s Note — CNN’s series often carry sponsorship originating from the countries and regions we profile. However, CNN retains full editorial control over all of its reports. Our sponsorship policy. (CNN) — From imposing mountains to deserts, jungles and beaches, India is home to more than its fair share of natural wonders. This includes a…
Editor’s Note — CNN’s series often carry sponsorship originating from the countries and regions we profile. However, CNN retains full editorial control over all of its reports. Our sponsorship policy. (CNN) — Known as the “Land of Kings,” northern Rajasthan state in India has no shortage of history. And it’s still on display today. From…
Editor’s Note — CNN’s series often carry sponsorship originating from the countries and regions we profile. However, CNN retains full editorial control over all of its reports. Our sponsorship policy. (CNN) — As the sun rises over the canopy in India’s Jim Corbett National Park, a sambar deer steps into view. The handsome animal is…
Editor’s Note — CNN’s series often carry sponsorship originating from the countries and regions we profile. However, CNN retains full editorial control over all of its reports. Our sponsorship policy. (CNN) — While more and more food lovers around the world can wax poetic about their favorite tandoori chicken or pillowy naan bread, Indian desserts…
(CNN) — Tucked in the heart of a lush, expanding forest, within the deep jungles of Karnataka, is The Bison, a luxury ecotourism resort. It lies between two of India’s premier tiger reserves, Bandipur National Park and Nagarhole National Park. The owner, Saad Bin Jung, spends his days caring for the animals and capturing their…
