Zanny Merullo Steffgen

3 weeks ago | fodors.com | Zanny Merullo Steffgen

North Korea briefly re-opened its borders after a five-year hiatus—but it might open again later this year. Which begs the question: is it safe to go? In modern times, North Korea is the closest we get to a destination sealed off behind an Iron Curtain. The country’s authoritarian leaders have isolated North Korea from the rest of the world, depriving its citizens of access to the internet and news beyond that which the government approves.

3 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Zanny Merullo Steffgen

7 hours ago North Korea salvages capsized destroyer after Kim Yong-un slams 'criminal' failed launch The incident drew fierce criticism from the North Korean dictator, who called the mishap a “criminal act,” resulting in the arrest of several … 4 hours ago 20×10 Factories: Different Locations, Similar Products The first factories built under North Korea’s 20×10 plan for regional industry are spread across the country, but their production is not nearly so … 2 days ago Ukraine: Trump says...

3 weeks ago | adventure.com | Zanny Merullo Steffgen

Gareth Johnson has been to North Korea over 100 times. He was also one of the first people to enter North Korea earlier this year, when the mysterious dictatorship briefly opened its doors. Writer Zanny Merullo Steffgen chats to Johnson about his take on travel behind the Iron Curtain. North Korea is a destination that divides travelers. For some, it’s a mystery begging to be solved;  for others, the totalitarian dictatorship is completely off-limits.

1 month ago | outthere.travel | Zanny Merullo Steffgen

With more of the world at travellers’ fingertips than ever before, luxury tour companies have to venture farther and farther afield to offer their guests access to truly exclusive experiences. White Desert has been doing just that for years, offering once-in-a-lifetime adventures to remote Antarctica. Launching the White Desert Dr. Jones Collection this fall, the brand will expand into some of the most untamed regions in South America.

1 month ago | matadornetwork.com | Zanny Merullo Steffgen

Sporting Events Insider Guides by Zanny Steffgen May 27, 2025 As one of the 11 US host cities of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Boston is gearing up to welcome soccer fans from around the world. The Massachusetts capital is no stranger to large sporting events, with plenty of history and interesting neighborhoods to explore, plus a number of character-filled bars to watch the games in. If you’re planning on traveling for the event, you’ll want to know where to eat, play, and stay to soak up the...