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Japan's newest public holiday is finally here -- and it's all about celebrating the country's ancient natural beauties.

A Chinese tourist spent almost two weeks at a refugee shelter in Germany after authorities mistakenly assumed he was applying for asylum, an official with the German Red Cross told CNN.

Sidewalk vendors, push carts, holes in a wall -- even in cities with rich reputations for fine dining, some of the best meals are on the streets.

Not all junk boats are created equal. Here's how to figure out which one's right for you and your crew

It turns out people's number one priority in an airport, besides making their flight, is staying hydrated.

There's a new way to enjoy Hunan's mountainous landscapes -- though you might be too terrified to even notice the stunning views.

Here are our five favorite towns to board a chopper -- and five head-spinning tours that will take you above and beyond it all

The 531-foot British Airways i360, the tallest moving observation tower in the world, will take visitors 453 feet in the air.

A visit to Rio can be blissful, packed with beach sunsets, ice-cold cocktails and jaunts around the city.

Gleaming waters and incredible wines not enough? Here are 20 more reasons to visit

As all eyes turn to Brazil, the host of the 2016 Olympic Games, we bring you an alternative, cultural guide to the country that gave the world Gisele, Pelé and Walter Salles. Watch the video above for your A to Z of Brazil.