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Starting next week travelers heading to Puerto Rico will face a fine if they arrive without showing proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR Test taken within 72 hours of arriving. Beginning April 28, travelers who arrive without negative test results will be “imposed a $300 fine” and then required to take a PCR test on the island within 48 hours, according to Puerto Rico’s tourism site, Discover Puerto Rico. All travelers “regardless of vaccination status” will be required to complete a PCR test within 72 hours of arriving in Puerto Rico....

Good things come to those who wait. If you held off on shopping all of those tempting end-of-year sales last week, your resilience is about to be rewarded. Spanx is surprising us all with an epic doorbuster sale from January 6-11 to kick off the new year with a bang. During these dates, you can score an additional 30 percent off all sale items with code SALE, which is music to our ears....

Welcome to Mountain Monday, our winter-long series introducing you to some of the coolest mountains in America. Stay tuned each week for a new mountain for you to explore. Fancy ski lodges and heated chairlifts are nice, but as any skier or boarder knows, that’s not what makes or breaks a ski day. Snow — the key ingredient — is what turns a mediocre day on the slopes into a face-shot-filled frenzy....

Southwest has announced a major sale with up to 50% off flights to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The airline is offering 50% off travel for a 50-day period - from Sept. 15 through Nov. 3 - as part of its anniversary celebrations. The discount applies to both one-way and round-trip domestic and international travel. “Southwest is celebrating a 50-year history of connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel,” Bill Tierney, Southwest Airlines Vice President of Marketing, said in a statement provided to Travel + Leisure....

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Sweden’s Icehotel has designed suites so elaborate and artful, guests will have a hard time believing it’s all crafted from frozen materials. Asaf Kliger/Courtesy of Ice Hotel A total of 33 artists from 16 different countries gathered in northern Sweden for two weeks to carve the rooms of Icehotel 30. They created 15 unique suites, a wedding ceremony hall, a tower and an ice bar in this year’s carving....

If you’re looking for a new home that’s the perfect blend of history and Halloween, you’ve come to the right place. According to Boston.com, the house that was once owned by John Proctor — who was not just a character in Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible, but also a living, breathing person who died in the Salem Witch Trials in 1692 — is up for sale by J. Barrett & Company Realtors....

One of the most iconic and historic hotels in Puerto Rico is finally reopening. The Caribe Hilton Hotel in San Juan, which originally opened in 1949, had to sadly close its doors in 2018 after significant damage from Hurricane Maria, according to Travel Weekly. But, like many other hotels and tourist attractions on the island, the Caribe has officially bounced back. About $100 million was put into renovations, in order to bring guests the most luxurious accommodations that they can find in Puerto Rico, according to reports....

Here’s a chance to play James Bond on an epic $80,000, four-country, seven-city European vacation you’ll never forget. The 21-day itinerary includes private jet travel, stays at 5-star “safe houses,” rides in luxury supercars, and meals by Michelin star chefs. There’s even a professional film crew to help you turn your adventures into your very own Bond movie. And really, what better souvenir could there be? In London, guests will have the chance to guard Britain’s crown jewels, carrying out a special agent assignment that would feel at home in any Bond storyline....

As spring quickly approaches, the Rocky Mountaineer is gearing up to welcome guests for another season aboard its sightseeing trains. With plenty of time still left to book a 2022 itinerary, the luxury rail company is now offering a promotion on all of its routes, including Rockies to the Red Rocks, its first-ever U.S. route that will complete its first full season this year. Travelers who book their trip now through Feb....

The summer of 2021 is all about the great outdoors, with millions of Americans road tripping and glamping across the country, packing national parks, and exploring wide-open spaces. But if summer-travel traffic jams and gas prices have you longing for the simpler days of summer camp, a new resort in New York’s Hudson Valley may be just what you’re looking for. Jane Beiles Hutton Brickyards is an incredible 73-acre adult playground on the banks of the Hudson River, set on the now-spruced-up grounds of an actual foundry, about a two-hour drive from New York City....

Harry Potter’s cupboard under the stairs wasn’t nearly as cool as this place. According to Insider, a 300-square-foot rental on Airbnb has just a little bit of magic in it. The tiny house, located on a 30-acre farm in Marlboro, New York is decked out in Harry Potter style. Airbnb Though it’s quite small, it’s an especially cozy stay for any Potterhead. Much like the magical tents from the Potter books and movies (which are astoundingly bigger on the inside), this little listing packs in quite a few amenities in such a small space....

For many travelers, a visit to Quintana Roo begins with Cancun and ends with Tulum. That stretch of crystalline coastline is among the most-visited travel destinations not only in Mexico, but in the entire world. For those who have dared to venture further south than Tulum, there’s a whole other heartbeat of Mexico that’s pulsing just below the surface. About an hour south of Tulum, traveling along Highway 307, you’ll pass a sign that welcomes you to the Zona Maya, or the Mayan Zone....

If holiday movies give you all the warm and fuzzies, then this remote gig just might be your dream job. A products review site is on the hunt for one person willing to watch 25 holiday movies in 25 days — and get paid $2,500 for their opinions. Reviews.org is hiring a Chief Holiday Cheermeister to go on a movie binge in order to help them identify the best holiday movie of all time....

On the southernmost point of the Baja California coast lies Los Cabos. Here, you’ll find the sixth busiest airport in Mexico, the famed el arco rock formation, the birthplace of Casamigos tequila (and George Clooney and Rande Gerber’s vacation compound with the same name), and plenty of spring breakers taking advantage of the weather, nightlife, and all-inclusive deals. For some travelers, it’s the epitome of a tropical getaway. Those looking for true escapism and relaxation without the crowds, however, will need to go a little further up the coast....

Editor’s note: Those who choose to travel are strongly encouraged to check local government restrictions, rules, and safety measures related to COVID-19 and take personal comfort levels and health conditions into consideration before departure. Although vacationing may continue to look different this year as the COVID-19 pandemic still affects traveling, fall booking data from Tripadvisor suggests that travelers are still looking to get away as the summer winds down. According to Tripadvisor’s Fall Travel Index released on Tuesday, beachside destinations like Key Largo and Key West are the most popular for hotel bookings this autumn, as gauged by interest grown from last year....

A cruise can be a thoroughly peaceful escape with days spent relaxing on deck, sipping cocktails at happy hour, and watching the waves roll by. Or a cruise can be an active adventure with exploration of natural environments, wildlife encounters, and an itinerary that changes based on weather conditions. With travelers these days seeking new experiences, cultural immersion, and remote untouched destinations, adventure cruises and expeditions are trending. That’s not to say that these cruisers are totally roughing it....

Figuring out how to pack souvenirs can be a tricky business, especially when you’re taking home anything remotely edible. Travelers have always been curious (or even a little confused) about what kinds of foods are okay to pack in their carry-on and which they should probably either put down in the shop, ship home, or eat before they head back to the airport. Passengers have noticed that TSA has been cracking down on food items recently....

If you’re about to embark on a camping or hiking trip, or even a day trip to the beach or sailing excursion, you’re going to want a way to keep your belongings secure and dry. For that reason, a dry bag is an absolute must-have, and we found a durable version that comes in a variety of sizes that you’ll want to add to your packing list ASAP. The Marchway Floating Waterproof Dry Bag is made from durable ripstop tarpaulin with welded seams that are designed to resist tears and punctures....

Karissa Kruse wants you to drink better wine while social distancing at home. As the president of Sonoma County Winegrowers, Kruse knows a thing or two about which varietals you should be drinking any time. However, she’s got a few rather specific ideas on what you should be sipping right now as you sit at home watching TV show after TV show. Check out all of her recommended wine pairings for every type of show below....

Bruno Mars fans, there’s still one way you can see the singer this summer. According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Bruno Mars’ six shows scheduled for July at the Park Theater at Park MGM in Las Vegas sold out in only a few minutes, leaving hundreds of fans without tickets. However, there is one way you can still attend the concert, as well as book yourself an epic Vegas vacation....