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Berlin is awash in fun free things to do – from outdoor karaoke to climbing to the top of the Reichstag.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and on the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, a spotlight is on the renewed and reinvented Houston.

"Given the amount of coverage that we have gotten over the last couple of months we do recognize that there may be some concern among some of the tourists," Pablo Espinal, Chief of Staff of the Dominican Republic's Ministry of Tourism, told CNN.

The hotel scene in Berlin is heating up, giving travelers excellent options on where to lay their heads.

It's not all Wienerschnitzel and brats - Berlin's contemporary German restaurant scene is hotter than ever.

Berlin is one of the greenest cities in Europe and has some of the most bodacious parks boasting beer gardens and leafy, verdant vibes.

These cities have it all: great airports, access to comfortable and affordable accommodation, public transport and fun things to do in the off hours.

Berlin is full of art and is one of the best places on the planet for looking at art and visiting art galleries.

California's iconic Tejon Ranch is opening the gates to its 270,000 acres for the first time to the public.

Matt Kepnes traveled constantly for a decade - never hanging his hat in one place - learning some valuable lessons along the way.

Have a case of Ostalgie (nostalgia) for the former East or Soviet Bloc? You can still find it in Berlin.

After an old friend's death, novelist Sean Dietrich quits his job and journies back to his former home state.

Berlin is awash in amazing cocktail and wine bars where you should definitely plant yourself for an evening.

The Swedish capital is a treat for the senses - full of beautiful architecture, tasty restaurants, and history.

Beer, sunshine, and sausages are all you need to enjoy one of Berlin's infamous and brilliant beer gardens

A surfing craze has spread - and it's not just about catching the waves in Hawaii, Australia or California. It's all over the planet.

If you're in town for a while, go on, get out of Berlin for a day to experience another aspect of northeastern Germany.

The German capital is awash in amazing museums and you should carve out some time to visit these nine spots.

Instagram isn't just for posting pretty pictures anymore - millions are now using it to plan and book their vacations.

Forget the traditional safari, where you spend hours in a Jeep passively observing wild animals - the real thrill is on foot, and walking among them.

Berlin has many great international restaurants, but if you have a hankering for pork and kraut, these places will satisfy all your porcine cravings.

You haven't experienced real clubbing until you've clubbed out in Berlin's nightclubs. They're wild, weird and super wacky.

Forget the Hamptons or the crowded East Coast hangouts everyone goes to - this year, spend the summer's most famous long weekend somewhere without the crowds.

Across the nation's capital there are many events and, more importantly, fireworks displays taking place.

The lowly aluminum can is getting an upgrade as great winemakers are filling them with delicious wines.

Explorer Kristin Hettermann has dived all over the world - but she still hasn't completed her underwater bucket list. Comprised of reefs, atolls and miraculous sights, here is her wish list.

Not surprisingly, Berlin is home to some fun and funky rooftop bars that will make you want to get high.

Shopping in the Daikanyama District's many high-end boutiques and indie shops is a true Tokyo experience.

Cat, goat, owl, maid cafes, and ninja-themed restaurants: Tokyo has some strange places that you need to check out

Japan is known for its love of hot springs so chill out, Japanese style, at these amazing spa and bathhouses in the Japanese capital