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Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe wants guests to get out of their rooms and go explore their surroundings. The luxury hotel is home to an exclusive adventure center, from which guides will lead guests through the stunning landscapes of northern New Mexico. And that includes taking guests to a secret hiking area on the “Journey to Abiquiu.” Christian Horan/Courtesy of The Four Seasons Rancho Encantado Santa Fe Courtesy of The Four Seasons Rancho Encantado Santa Fe...

Since the pandemic is still ongoing, it’s fair to say that spring break is canceled — again. But you can still get a spring break experience while social distancing if you’re a big Natural Light fan. Natural Light (or Natty Light) is celebrating an all new beer flavor that sounds like spring break liquified: Naturdays Pineapple Lemonade. The new flavor promises to “transport you to island time,” where you can relax and take in the sunshine –– even if you’re stuck in your apartment....

As lawmakers take steps toward improving the infrastructure of roads and railways across the U.S., Regent, a Boston-based startup, has set its eyes on another target: the sea. According to CNN Travel, the company hopes to turn sea lanes along the east and west coasts into high-speed transportation corridors, cutting commutes in half between some of the biggest and busiest metropolises in the U.S. Still in its early stages, Regent already has the backing of some of Silicon Valley’s biggest investors who have pledged to help fund the endeavor....

Airbus just revealed the ideal private jet home in the sky — for anyone who has $87 million or so to spare. The new Infinito cabin for the ACJ319neo, unveiled at the European Business Aviation Convention in Switzerland, is designed through a collaboration with luxury race vehicle craftsmen Pagani, and combines high-speed Italian design with all the comforts you’d expect to find in a VIP jet. What you get on a $129,000-trip around the world in a private jet...

Going to Brooklyn for a weekend? Here’s what you need to know to enjoy everything people normally miss when they visit New York, including the Brooklyn Promenade, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Bridge, and the best hot dogs in the city on Coney Island. Whether you’re visiting for the super-trendy Williamsburg or the quieter life in Park Slope, there’s something in Brooklyn for everyone — and that thing is Brooklyn pizza....

The Yucatán Peninsula has long been a popular getaway for sun-seekers and ocean lovers, but now there’s a new resort upping the luxury game in this coveted destination. Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, which just opened its hand-carved doors on Jan. 18, is raising the bar on the area’s high-end resorts, offering both the seclusion and convenience of being eight miles north of Tulum, on a bay surrounded by mangroves. Courtesy of Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya...

Travelers heading to the United Kingdom will now need to present a negative COVID-19 test prior to entry, in addition to testing after arriving in the country, as the omicron variant continues to surface around the world. All international travelers aged 12 and over must take a PCR or lateral flow test COVID-19 test 2 days prior to arrival, the UK’s latest guidance says. Travelers heading to the UK will still also have to take a COVID-19 PCR test by the second day of their trip — a protocol that went into effect Nov....

When the pandemic first hit, the seemingly ironclad practices of the travel industry changed to meet the new safety needs of travelers and employees. Airlines, in particular, limited capacity on planes, blocked middle seats, eliminated change fees, and more. Now, as the world slowly inches toward some semblance of normalcy, many airlines are also reverting back to their pre-pandemic policies. The latest air carrier to make a change of this kind is United Airlines....

The Victorian mansions, working farms, and tight-knit community of Woodstock share an undeniable magnetism. From the time the Abenaki Indian enclave was first settled by the English in 1768 to its present life as a sophisticated year-round getaway, this corner of Vermont has enticed all types, including George Perkins Marsh (the congressman largely responsible for the creation of the Smithsonian Institution in 1846), environmentalist and benefactor Laurance S. Rockefeller, and proud transplants like Kevin Dann, who leads visitors on walking tours of his adopted town....

Summering in Monaco is about to get easier thanks to new daily flights that launched Friday between the United States and Nice in France, the closest international airport to the small country. The new flights on United Airlines will connect Newark Liberty International Airport and the city in southern France, offering more premium seats to the city than any other U.S. carrier, the airline shared with Travel Leisure. The new flight is part of United’s largest-ever transatlantic expansion and will make it even easier to reach the city-state known for opulence and celebrity....

Choosing to fly Business or First Class is not always an option, and it certainly never was for me. In my mind those plush seats and three-course meals were for next-level travelers only. The ones who were either well off or geniuses with their point programs—something I could only hope to one day be. As a twenty-something, there really hasn’t been much opportunity to enjoy the luxuries of first class travel....

Rome’s Colosseum, originally named the Flavian Amphitheater because it was constructed by emperors of the Flavian dynasty, was completed in 82 A.D. and still holds the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest amphitheater. The Colosseum is second only to Vatican City as the most visited spot in Italy: Over 7 million tourists a year visit the monument. For the first time in history, the ancient amphitheater went under a somewhat controversial 33-month renovation which ended in 2016 thanks to grants from the Italian government....

Cities around the U.S. are gearing up to celebrate Black History Month with new and revitalized museums, galleries, and special events popping up all over the country. Though the vast and varied history of Black Americans can and should be recognized all year — from the struggles, triumphs, and contributions to the progress that has yet to be made — travelers looking to make the most of Black History Month can head to these cities to learn from and celebrate with the Black community....

Jordan Harvey 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. He is the co-founder of Knowmad Adventures, which, after being founded in Patagonia, operates exclusively in South America and specializes in high-quality, custom adventures. Below is an example of the type of itineraries he creates. To work with Jordan, you can contact him directly at jordan@knowmadadventures....

The Australian Federal Police Bomb Response Team was called into Adelaide Airport in South Australia on Wednesday after some unattended luggage in a women’s restroom set off a security scare. Turns out, the so-called scare was a little more cute and cuddly than expected. Inside the unattended bag was a young, male, dwarf rabbit who was wearing a red harness but was left with no identification. Who would leave such an adorable little guy alone in a ladies’ bathroom?...

There’s an extremely rare celestial event happening Saturday night, and you won’t want to miss it. Ever hear of a Black Moon? Though it’s not an official astronomy term, a Black Moon is when there’s a second new moon in a calendar month — you can consider it the companion to a Blue Moon, which is a second full moon in a calendar month. A rare occurrence that only happens roughly every 29 months, two alternative definitions of Black Moons, according to Timeanddate....

As far as prank wars go, this one may take the (festive) cake. Citizens in the Chippewa Township of Pennsylvania are on the lookout for a very merry band of pranksters who have been setting up 18-foot inflatable snowmen on people’s lawns in the middle of the night all across town. It’s important to note that nobody seems to be mad about their appearance, and are rather pleased to be part of the festive and fun joy, especially in a year like this....

American Airlines won’t resume selling alcohol in the main cabin of its planes until at least next year, the carrier confirmed to Travel + Leisure. The airline, which stopped serving alcohol in March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, won’t resume until at least Jan. 18, American Airlines wrote in an internal memo that was shared with T+L on Friday. The date aligns with the federal transportation mask mandate, which has also been extended until Jan....

Artists typically want nothing more than for people to discuss the meaning of their work. However, one student artist may be regretting just how provocative his thesis project proved to be. On Sept. 29, Spanish-Welsh artist Rafael Perez Evans unveiled his masters of fine art (MFA) exhibition, Grounding. The piece involved dumping an estimated 240,000 carrots outside of London’s Goldsmiths College doors, where Evans is a student. For Evans, the piece paid homage to both his youth and his family, who are farmers in Spain....

Barbados is one of the most well-developed and popular islands in the Caribbean, home to both a rich cultural history as well as beautiful pink sand beaches and turquoise bays. Even George Washington deemed the Caribbean island worthy of his one and only trip off the North American mainland. And if it’s good enough for George, it’s good enough for us. One thing that has changed in Barbados since the time of Washington is the number of hotels and all-inclusive resorts on the island....