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CNN's Richard Quest was on board the inaugural flight of Singapore Airlines' service from Singapore to New York. Here's what he learned on the way.

British Airways' predecessor, the British Overseas Airways Corp., flew the first turbo jetliner engine aircraft -- the British de Havilland Comet 4 -- from New York to London and London to New York on October 4, 1958.

Every week seems to bring new confirmation we've officially entered the era of too much tourism.

The tiny mountain village of Corippo, arranged higgledy-piggledy on the green slopes of southern Switzerland's Verzasca valley, looks like something out of a fairytale.

Las Vegas Boulevard -- the world-famous Las Vegas Strip -- is the central artery of Sin City and the main line to a majority of the city's best sights, gambling, food and fun.

As a red and cream-colored train chugs up the Alishan mountains of Taiwan, hikers and villagers stop and wave at the passengers on board.

If I think about Tony for too long, I start to cry. If I'm talking to somebody about him for more than a minute or two, especially someone else who knew him as a friend or who worked with him, then my eyes start to fill up, and I realize I…

A star-shaped fortress atop a picturesque island off the southwest coast of Ireland once housed one of the world's biggest prison populations.

In summer, the once-sleepy beach town of Montauk, New York, is the hottest summertime escapes on the East Coast. In fall, things get quieter but it's still paradise.

Sometimes, the Algarve gets a bad rap. After six decades as a prime package-tour destination, it's perhaps no surprise that sun-drenched southern coast of Portugal can trigger a sniffy reaction from travel snobs.

Here's a sampling of suggested Berlin nightlife spots for travelers -- from the unapologetically hedonistic to the proudly traditional.

History and creativity are twin forces that run through Berlin, and the hotels in the capital of Germany reflect this. The mix makes for an interesting lineup of choices.

Skyscrapers, beaches, tropical forests. When looking for amazing views, travelers rarely head underground.

Dazzling white rock formations, hidden caves and breathtaking beaches contrast with arresting blue seas to make Milos one of the most impressive islands in Greece.

Creaky wooden floors, teak antiques, afternoon tea, marble staircases. There's just something magical about a hotel with some history.

One of the world's biggest airplanes lies in a hangar outside Kiev, Ukraine, awaiting completion since the collapse of the Soviet Union decades ago. Will this enormous plane ever take off?

Gua bao has gone from a simple Taiwan street food favorite to a global phenomenon. Find out its origins and how it's taking over the world.

Azerbaijan has more than 400 mud volcanoes, more than anywhere else on Earth. Come along for an off-road tour of these fascinating geological oddities.

France's Côte d'Azur conjures up images of yachts and luxury. But there's another side to Provence's shoreline. Come explore the quaint, rustic side you don't know.

Wandering around the grounds of Hikone Castle by Lake Biwa, in central Japan, the scene looks like something straight out of a postcard.

The Pingxi Lantern Festival draws thousands of travelers to Taiwan write their wishes on paper lanterns and release them into the sky. But this beautiful area is worth visiting any time of year.

It's not just the taste of the pintxos served at the bars in San Sebastián's old town in Spain's Basque country that makes it Lonely Planet's #1 food experience in the world.

Whether you're a fan of the best-selling book or just want to immerse yourself in the new flim, many of the key "Crazy Rich Asians" locations are worth a visit while in Singapore. CNN Travel takes you on a tour.

With so many spectacular game reserves to choose from, determining the ultimate once-in-a-lifetime African safari experience is no easy task for travelers.

The honky-tonk band playing at Robert's Western World on a recent Thursday night is about 30 minutes into its set when Deb Paquette, the chef-owner of Nashville restaurants Etch and Etc., busts out on the tiny dance floor in front of the…

New Zealand, the world's capital of adventure tourism, just got even more adventurous. The Nevis Valley on New Zealand's South Island near Queenstown -- home of the world's first commercial bungee jump -- is now home to a new thrill-seeker…

Situated 1,600 kilometers off the coast of Tanzania, the Seychelles is famous for its awe-inspiring collection of tropical beaches, including Anse Source D'Argent, regularly named as one of the world's best beaches.

Cruises score big points with families, offering up value, adventure and convenience (see the world and unpack once!).

Today, it's one of the most astonishing places in Italy -- a city carved into a rugged hillside -- but just a few years ago, Matera was branded a national disgrace.

Coastlines are one of the most alluring of our planet's geographical features.