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Getty Images We could all use a little comfort food right about now, and D23, the official Disney fan club, has us covered with Walt Disney’s own chili recipe. Eat like the Disney empire founder with this recipe, which is perfect for cozy nights in watching Disney+. According to Disney Family, Walt Disney preferred hardy and simple food, eating lots of canned chili through the years before developing this recipe. Now, Disneyland guests can try Walt’s chili at Carnation Cafe in the Main Street, U....

This week, the city of Louisville made the decision to rename its airport Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in honor of the boxing great. Normally, nobody would bat an eye, (who wouldn’t want their airport named after the champ?), but this story comes with a bit of a twist as it turns out Ali was deathly afraid of stepping foot on airplanes. The fear of flying is a well-documented phobia. For many, the act of stepping on a plane can bring on the jitters and perhaps cause sweaty palms or even an anxiety attack while on board....

Just a few years ago, the comforts that could be found in high-end airport lounges were pretty much the same all over the world. Comfortable chairs (other than the molded-plastic variety); plasma-screen TVs; an open bar; free Internet access…these were the amenities that first- and business-class travelers could expect to find, from New York to Paris to Sydney. No longer. In these times of heretofore-unheard-of airplane luxuries (fully reclining massage chairs, sleep pods, in-flight manicures), airport lounges have had to step up their game, too....

There are a lot of small towns in America to love, and if you’re planning to hike the Appalachian Trail, you’ll soon get a front-row seat to some of the best. Hopping on and off the trail to visit a few of these quaint communities can add time to your expedition, but trust us, it will make the trip all the more worthwhile. Keep reading to discover 10 of our favorite small towns along the 2,190-mile trail, perfect for both “thru-hikers” or those just visiting the AT for a day hike....

The Best Weekender Bags for Every Style The S-Zone Oversized Canvas Travel Duffel is sleek, spacious, and durable, according to customers, making it a great option for weekend getaways, road trips, and more. It’s made from tough canvas with a nylon lining and leather trim, giving it a polished look and sturdy feel. The 50-liter bag features leather top handles, as well as an adjustable, detachable shoulder strap for comfortable carrying....

Amtrak may be giving one of the best Valentine’s Day gifts out there with a two-for-one deal for you and a loved one. Thanks to their Amtrak Loves You Sale the rail line is offering two rail tickets for half the price. Both tickets are issued together, so both passengers must be traveling at the same time. Between Feb. 13 and Feb. 17, you can take advantage of this buy-one-get-one deal on the Amtrak website....

Australia is unlikely to reopen its international borders until 2021. In a press conference Wednesday, Australian Trade Minister Simon Birmingham said that keeping borders closed to international travelers until next year “is more likely the case,” the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) reported. Birmingham did not confirm 2021 for a reopening date, but rather reiterated that “in terms of open tourist-related travel in or out of Australia, that remains quite some distance off,” and acknowledge that an opening date next year “is more likely the case....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey was open for voting January 11 through May 10, 2021, as destinations around the world were lifting COVID-19 restrictions. Survey rules have always allowed readers to reflect on their travel experiences over a three-year period. We hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your own travels as you get back out into the world. Travelers certainly spent less time in the air over the past year, but their love of flying — starting with a world-class on-the-ground experience — hasn’t waned....

Privacy has long been valued by vacationers, and today it’s even more sought after by travelers anxious to visit new places or enjoy a staycation in their own locale. While hotels and resorts these days are taking added measures to ensure their guests’ health and safety, many visitors want the additional comfort of their own villa, cottage, or other separate accommodation. Private pools, secluded outdoor areas, room service dining, and even personal chefs are amenities that add to the experience....

Once the home of a wildlife refuge and a notoriously brutal prison, Costa Rica’s San Lucas Island now welcomes visitors to discover its new identity as the country’s 30th national park. Located off the Pacific coast of the Gulf of Nicoya, San Lucas Island National Park is made up of both land and coastal areas that cover 1.8 square miles. With new purpose comes new features, so visitors can expect to find freshly minted hiking trails, toilets, 24-hour surveillance, and systems for electricity and water....

Travelers now have a new reason to explore the pristine natural playground of British Columbia. Coinciding with the reopening of the U.S.-Canada border, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island has debuted its latest $1.6 million makeover. The luxury adventure camp has always been iconic — and now, it has a fresh look, forest-to-fork fine dining, and a few fresh ways to experience the Pacific Northwest. Set on the banks of an ocean inlet within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Clayoquot Sound, the property’s headlining feature is its spectacularly remote location....

JetBlue is helping travelers beat the winter blues with deals on flights to the Caribbean as well as one-way flights in the United States starting as low as $29. The “Big Winter Sale” is valid for travel from Feb. 5 through March 31 and must be booked by Feb. 1 at 11:59 p.m. ET or local time, whichever is earlier. The sale excludes Friday and Sunday travel as well as blackout dates from Feb....

Mandarin Oriental, Canouan, a luxury resort in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is bringing the overwater bungalow craze to its corner of the Caribbean. In February, the resort announced that in addition to its 26 suites and 13 villas, it’s relaunching two overwater spa bungalows for guests to enjoy various treatments. According to the property, the bungalows are only accessible by boat, making them feel ultra-private and relaxing. It’s also launching a new all-day spa package that will leave guests feeling a whole new level of renewal....

Marriott International has announced its intentions to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, in partnership with a United Nations-led effort. Marriott has joined “Business Ambition for 1.5,” a joint effort between the UN and businesses around the world, to hold global temperatures at 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels to avoid irreversible climate damage. The goal requires businesses to halve their greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050. W Hotel in Leicester Square, London....

Last week, The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) released a brand new, online portal discussing race, racism, and racial identity. The new web portal, “Talking About Race,” was launched as a way to help everyone, including families and communities, talk about racism and racial identity “and the way these forces shape every aspect of society,” according to a statement by the museum. George Rose / Contributor / Getty Images...

Australian airline Qantas plans to require passengers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before boarding when international flights resume. “Qantas will have a policy that internationally we’ll only be carrying vaccinated passengers,” Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce said while speaking at the Trans-Tasman Business Circle on Tuesday, according to news.com.au. “Because we think that’s going to be one of the requirements to show that you’re flying safe and getting into those countries....

How can a landscape break your heart?Whenever I visit a certain corner of northwestern Scotland, I am filled with a melancholy that seems too personal to have been caused by some mere fluke of climate and geography. Up here, north of the heathered hills of the central Highlands, north even of the well-traveled roads of Wester Ross, there is a region of desolate beauty before the British Isles dissolve into tiny islands scattered in the North Sea....

Whether you’re heading out of town on a weekend road trip or traveling on a plane for a quick getaway, a compact yet functional carry-on suitcase makes staying organized much easier. Why stuff all your essentials into a cumbersome duffel or squeeze everything into a backpack when you can neatly pack your belongings in a perfectly-sized hardside suitcase? The 20-inch carry-on from NinetyGo’s Essential Seven collection is just the right size for short trips....

The COVID-19 pandemic certainly threw a wrench into people’s travel plans in 2020. But now that the year is ending, many people are looking toward the future with hopes of finally cashing in on their vacation time and going to far flung destinations in 2021. After all, the best way to stick it to 2020 is making 2021 as amazing as possible. In other words, get your revenge on the year we all lost....

The Netherlands became the latest European country to drop pre-arrival testing for international visitors on Wednesday, joining other nations in easing pandemic-related measures. The country eliminated the pre-arrival test for qualified travelers entering the Netherlands from outside the EU/Schengen area, according to the government. However, the Netherlands still requires travelers from most countries, including the United States, to be either vaccinated or have contracted COVID-19 and recovered within the past six months in order to come....