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From the red rocks of the Southwest, to the southern Blue Ridge Mountains, to those classic New England fall foliage views, America’s never lacked for natural beauty. And, sometimes there’s no better way to see the country than indulging in its various landscapes on your own two feet. You don’t even have to leave your state. Of course, everyone knows the famous Grand Canyon and California trails, but there are prime hiking opportunities — even those off the beaten path — in all 50 states....

Ever wonder why you’ve never stayed in a hotel room on the 13th floor? The answer is simple: The floor doesn’t exist. It all comes down to triskaidekaphobia, or the fear of the number 13. The Real Reason We Fear Friday the 13th You see, as USA Today reported, the fear of the number 13 isn’t just some small-time phobia that leads people to avoid going out on Friday the 13th, but rather, it can cause people to suffer from acute anxiety when they come across the evil-sounding numeral....

Forget flowers and chocolates. This Valentine’s Day, you can get the love of your life something truly special: A stay at Juliet’s real house in Verona, Italy. Just in time for the holiday, Airbnb announced that one lucky lovestruck couple will get to be the first to spend the night in the historic house that has long been believed to be the real home of Shakespeare’s Juliet. Courtesy of Airbnb...

If you plan to attend one (or several) weddings, graduations, or events this spring and summer, you’re probably already debating how much to spend on a dress, shoes, and accessories. It can be difficult to find a new outfit for every occasion, not to mention expensive. These Heels Are the Most Comfortable to Walk in, According to Thousands of Reviewers Belongsci V-Neck Bell-Sleeve Dress To buy: amazon.com, from $26 Romwe One Shoulder Satin Midi Dress These slinky satin midi dresses are everywhere right now, and one of the most affordable ways to participate in the trend is this pick with a side slit that’s on sale for as little as $25 right now....

Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure. You don’t have to strap on a giant backpack or hike 10 miles to get out into the wilderness — finding solitude can be as easy as loading up a canoe, pushing off, and dropping a line in the water. On a canoe trip, you need not worry about squeezing past others on a narrow trail or lugging around liters of water — everything you need is right in the boat with you....

Though 2020 is almost over, we aren’t quite done introducing you to incredible travelers just yet. Travel + Leisure’s first podcast, Let’s Go Together, is continuing on its journey to introduce listeners to some of the most inspiring and spirited travelers in the world. So far this season we’ve met people working to preserve their native cultures in Alaska and Hawaii, an Olympic athlete traveling the world in her hijab, plus-size travelers who explained what it’s like traveling in a bigger body, and many more....

On an island called Boracay — one of the more than 7,000 that make up the Philippines —travelers sun on powder-like white sand while scattered sailboats off the shore lean into the warm breeze. It’s not heaven, but it’s pretty close. In fact, Boracay is just one of three islands that scored a spot on Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Islands list in 2017. Seekers of island paradises have not tired of the Philippines’ allure, and Boracay remains one of the country’s best-loved escapes....

There are few things more satisfying than scoring a cheap flight. And while you might assume most airlines price their flights similarly to be competitive, that’s not always the case. Certain airlines are consistently releasing lower, better deals than other carriers. And the number of bargains changes based on your departing airport. For example, Scott’s Cheap Flights found that cities and states with more flights tend to see more deals. Plus, if you’re flying out of an airport that acts as an airline’s hub, chances are you’ll find better deals on the carrier’s competitors....

The show must go on — without or without a live audience. As the coronavirus crisis continues to unfold, many of us are adjusting to a new norm — working from home, keeping away from loved ones, and avoiding restaurants, bars, movie theaters, and gyms. Many cities have also halted events prone to hosting large crowds: parades, sports games, and concerts all dropped off the calendar. Hiroyuki Ito/Getty Images But being stuck indoors doesn’t mean you can’t get a culture fix....

If you’re always cold on airplanes, you may want to invest in a high-quality travel blanket, especially if you’re a frequent flier or have a long-haul flight coming up. There are many factors to consider when shopping for a travel blanket: You’ll want to find an option that is both cozy and comfortable enough to sleep with, but also compact and lightweight since you’ll have to carry it around. Luckily, the Blue Hills Travel Blanket ticks all those boxes and then some....

Know before you go. In every sense of the word. Navigating local customs while traveling internationally can be tricky. It can be hard enough to figure out things like when to tip, or whether it’s polite to shake hands with a stranger wherever you are. But it’s even trickier when it comes to figuring out the appropriate etiquette when using public restrooms. 19 Bathtubs Around the World With Breathtaking Views...

After seven months of tight lockdowns, Cuba started loosening its coronavirus restrictions on Monday, hoping to restart its economy — especially its $3 billion tourism industry, according to the Associated Press. In an announcement made last Thursday, Prime Minister Manuel Marrero said 13 of the country’s 16 provinces can start reopening for tourism this week, NBC reports. However, the capital of Havana will not be part of this initial move, as it suffered a spike in August, according to CNN....

If you’ve never thought about taking time on your overseas trip to do some Disneying, the reality of it may surprise you. Sure, we have Walt Disney World and Disneyland back home, but when it comes to foreign parks, you really can’t experience it anywhere else in the world. Disneyland Paris, after all, is home to the stunning Sleeping Beauty Castle, offers a Finding Nemo roller coaster, and even lets you step inside the world of Ratatouille....

Jet Edge, a full-service private aviation company, and the Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii are teaming up to bring guests to and from the islands in style. In January, Jet Edge announced its partnership with Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii as a way to combine “elevated large-cabin private jet flights with island escapes at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Four Seasons Resort Lanai, Four Seasons Resort Oahu, and Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort....

Now you can send messages that are fit for a pharaoh. In honor of the anniversary of the discovery of the Rosetta Stone, an ancient tool for deciphering hieroglyphics, Google Arts & Culture is launching a brand new portal called Fabricius for people to learn about the ancient Egyptian language, send messages, or even use tools for academic research. Fabricius was created by Google in collaboration with the Australian Center for Egyptology at Macquarie University, Psycle Interactive, Ubisoft, and Egyptologists from around the globe, according to a statement by Google....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey closed on March 2, just before widespread stay-at-home orders were implemented as a result of COVID-19. The results reflect our readers’ experiences before the pandemic, but we hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your trips to come — whenever they may be. This year, when it comes to the best city hotels in Australia and New Zealand, T+L readers favored traditional grand hotels over boutique bolt-holes, with the majority of the five hotels being in the big and bold category, with hundreds of rooms, central locations, and sweeping views....

Though the COVID-19 pandemic has forced temporary hotel closures, there’s still a lot of work going on behind the scenes, especially for properties that have animals in their care. Around the world, trainers and naturalists continue to look after the critters they — and guests — love so much. The hotel sits on the southern edge of the Rocky Mountains. Benjamin Rasmussen Since 2015, the historic Broadmoor hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has maintained a falconry program to give guests the opportunity to observe birds of prey and even try their hand at basic skills, like calling a hawk....

Joe Sandillo is a member of Travel + Leisure’s A-List, a collection of the top travel advisors in the world, and can help plan your perfect getaway. Below is an example of the type of itineraries he creates. To work with Joe, you can contact him directly at joe@almazjourneys.com. Day 1: Arrive in Havana Upon arrival into Havana’s José Martí airport, you will be met by an airport representative who will guide you through customs and private transfer to your accommodations....

Working while traveling can be a real grind. Unless you’re Yeezy. Kim Kardashian posted on her Instagram story to take all her followers on a tour of her husband Kanye West’s gigantic private jet, which they dubbed the “Yeezy floating office.” “No big deal just taking a private 747 this is how [Kanye] does it now. Only 747s. Private. I’ve never even heard of this but whatever,” Kardashian said on Instagram....

Almost everyone inside the British royal family understands the rules around coronavirus. The Queen, for example, spent months quarantining with her husband and staff at Balmoral, and Prince Charles isolated himself when it was believed he had the virus. But, it appears there is one member of the royal family that just isn’t getting the message. On Tuesday, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, made an appearance on the morning show BBC Breakfast....