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Merrell has long been a trusted name in outdoor shoes and apparel, especially its hiking boots, shoes, and sandals. Whether you’re an avid hiker looking to replace a well-worn pair of hiking boots or a novice adventurer in the market for your first pair of footwear to hit the trails this summer or fall, there’s no better time to shop since Merrell’s Semi-annual Sale is going on right now. During this sale, you can save up to 50 percent on select items and get free express shipping on orders of $75 or more, so you can get outside with your new stylish yet functional outdoor gear as soon as possible....

New York City is about to get a whole lot brighter. This December, New York’s Citi Field will host the largest lantern festival in North America. The event, known as the Hello Panda Festival, will take over some 700,000 square feet of space and entertain guests with a fully interactive and multisensory experience. It will also be a social media-ready affair with some 120 Instagrammable lantern exhibits containing more than 10 million handcrafted and hand-painted lights....

The Mancro Garment Bag is made from thick, water-resistant polyester with a nylon lining, making it protective yet lightweight for easy transport. It has one zippered exterior pocket with sleeves to keep small essentials like your phone, glasses case, passport, and pens secure yet within reach. Inside the main compartment you’ll find a hanger for suits, dresses, or coats, and several reviewers mention that it can comfortably hold several garments at once....

London is taking swimming to new heights. A new see-through pool suspended 115 feet in the air between two apartment buildings will open on May 19, according to The Daily Mail. Called the Sky Pool, this aerial wonder — floating about 10 stories high — is part of the Embassy Gardens, a mixed-use community from EcoWorld Ballymore. It’s located next to the U.S. Embassy in the Nine Elms neighborhood of London, not far from the Thames River....

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is a serious trendsetter. Every time she wears a new pair of shoes, picks up a new purse, or just heads out in a new outfit, fans look on in awe and try to score her look before it sells out. But, in a new interview, Markle shared her absolute favorite accessory, and it’s one no amount of money can buy. In mid-September, Markle honored the first anniversary of her capsule collection with Smark Works, a charity that aims to help women find their best looks when re-joining the workforce with clothing and via free job training....

In honor of its one hundredth anniversary, Knott’s Berry Farm is bringing back a classic attraction — and it’s got a major connection to Disney. Starting next summer, the Southern California theme park will debut Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair, a 4-D interactive dark ride based on the original Knott’s Bear-y Tales ride which opened in the ‘70s. The early attraction was designed by Rolly Crump, an artist best known for his work on Disneyland rides and attractions through WED, now called Walt Disney Imagineering....

Even the smallest, most mundane tasks can become technological nightmares when you’re in space. We already know that astronauts eat special food, exercise rigorously, and even sleep tethered to a wall, but as to how astronauts do their laundry? The answer is simply: they don’t. NASA astronauts are sent into space with about 150 pounds of clothing per year. They wear and re-wear each item of clothing until it becomes so used that it must be thrown out....

While there’s no shortage of suitcases on the market, a good piece of carry-on luggage is hard to find. As a travel editor, I’ve tried my fair share of luggage and travel accessories, including carry-on suitcases that can keep up with me on all my adventures. And just in time for this summer’s return to travel, I’ve found a durable, lightweight, and easy-to-pack suitcase that I’ll be taking on all my future trips....

Walt Disney World is almost ready to reveal all of its celebrations for the park’s highly anticipated 50th-anniversary starting Oct. 1 — and is giving park-lovers a sneak peek into the festivities. Kent Phillips/Courtesy of Walt Disney World Disney World will stream two of its brand-new nighttime spectaculars, from Epcot and Magic Kingdom, this week before they’re set to debut. “Harmonious” in Epcot is slated to be one of the largest nighttime shows that Disney has ever put on....

From growing up in Brooklyn to opening Manhattan’s iconic Studio 54, hotelier Ian Schrager is a New Yorker through and through — but he plays the part of an Angeleno more effortlessly than some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. “Each part is an official part of the whole, like a movie,” he says of producing his latest California project, the West Hollywood Edition, as he sits at an oversized picnic table in the all-white penthouse suite, sunshine pouring through the floor-to-ceiling windows....

In spite of all our complaints about smaller seats, poor customer service, and the burn of basic economy, when put in the proper historical perspective, air travel is more accessible, affordable, and comfortable than ever. Need proof? Just picture yourself booking a roundtrip “tourist class” flight to Amsterdam for $4,168.55, or paying $12,089.55 for a 30-day flight around the world. In the mood for a quick, cheap getaway? How about New York City to Chicago for $445....

You may be wondering, “What are the best places to camp near me?” One of the greatest things about traveling around the U.S. is that from coast to coast, there’s really no shortage of beautiful places to camp. Nature lovers can enjoy fresh air, glorious mountains, and clear lakes and streams during a weekend (or longer) camping trip. Not only can you set up a tent at these picturesque locations, they also come with plenty of picnic areas, hiking trails, and ample opportunities for fishing, swimming, and other outdoor activities in the great wide wilderness....

While Cyber Monday can get you great deals and an early start on your holiday shopping, it can also help you save a bundle on your next getaway. The occasion offers a range of travel deals to choose from, from flights to hotel stays to package deals that include all transportation, accommodations, and excursions at a fraction of the regular price. Whether you’re in search of one last trip to end the year or planning your first getaway of 2020, we’ve rounded up some of the top travel deals you can take advantage of this Cyber Monday....

After shuttering its business last November, Flash Pack is back with its trips specially designed for solo travelers in their 30s and 40s — and the 17 newly curated itineraries promise more meaningful and inspired experiences than ever. “We have spent the last 12 months obsessing over details, pouring over customer feedback, data, and insights from our guides, and refining every single trip from the ground up,” co-founder Lee Thompson told Travel + Leisure....

Two years after Notre Dame cathedral was devastated by a fire, French President Emmanuel Macron visited the construction site Thursday morning, praising the restoration work done so far and looking ahead for the iconic Parisian landmark. “We are all impressed by what we’re seeing here,” Macron said, according to French newspaper Le Figaro. “We see that in two years an immense amount of secure and expert work was accomplished.” IAN LANGSDON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images...

Crunchy. Cheesy. Creamy. Savory. These are all words you could use to describe one of the best and most comforting sandwiches on the planet: the grilled cheese. Lots of people have opinions on what makes the best grilled cheese — whether it’s the types of cheese (or cheese blends) to use, using butter or mayo for the skillet, or what type of bread to use. And in honor of National Grilled Cheese Day (April 12), Guy Fieri has teamed up with King’s Hawaiian to bring you a mac-and-cheese grilled cheese that truly brings your favorite sandwich to the next level....

There’s something uniquely British about the experience of drinking a pint of ale in a centuries-old pub. Forget Starbucks and the modern concept of “the third space,” Londoners have always loved their public houses, and for many, visiting the local watering hole is an after-work ritual repeated several times a week. While visiting London, be sure to join in on the tradition, and for an extra dose of culture, look out for a pub quiz....

The world is certainly not short of incredible cities. There are the skyscraper-laden megacities Hong Kong and New York City, historic cities full of charm and romance like Kyoto or Paris, and cities so special they just can’t be compared — here’s looking at you Udaipur. At Travel + Leisure, we know our readers have traveled the world near and far, discovering what cities are truly worth experiencing on every continent....

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. Visiting India continues to be the trip of a lifetime for many T+L readers. As such, they keenly research every aspect of the journey, especially where they want to stay....

As 2021 began, the new year didn’t provide the fresh restart we always hope for as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to hold its grasp on the world — making travel more difficult than ever before. Out of the many reasons I prioritize travel, its impact on my mental health and ability to help me reset is always at the top of the list — and given that traveling this past year hasn’t been the easiest, I was in dire need of a getaway....