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Natural deodorant. It’s a polarizing topic, so often the butt of hippie jokes and fodder for Instagram multi-level marketing schemes. But, chances are, you’re curious. Perhaps you’ve heard the (to be fair, mostly unsubstantiated) claims about the dangers of aluminum. Maybe you’re interested in a greener approach to beauty and body care (organic ingredients, recyclable packaging, less mining and synthesizing, more plants) and are growing weary of “big deodorant.” I’m a convert to the natural deodorant lifestyle — despite my better judgment — and I’m here to help....

After months of paying for travelers to quarantine for 14 days in hotels, Australia will no longer foot the bill. The government of New South Wales (NSW), Australia’s most populous state, announced that starting Saturday, July 18, travelers who arrive in Sydney Airport on international flights will have to pay for their own quarantine. Since the hotel quarantine system began at the end of March, more than 35,000 Australian citizens and permanent residents have passed through....

Winter has arrived in full force, which means it’s time to start considering your seasonal escape. Mexico is currently open to international travelers, and with approximately 5,800 miles of coastline, you’ll have plenty of beach options to discover. Traditionally, Cancun and Los Cabos are two of the most sought-after beach destinations in Mexico — and for good reason. Both are well-connected to the U.S., have a wide range of hotel and resort styles, offer plenty of activities, and feature among the best restaurants in the country....

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its warning on travel to Vietnam, just weeks before the country is set to reopen to tourism. The agency classified Vietnam as a “Level 4” destination, indicating a “very high” level of COVID-19 transmission in the country and telling Americans to “avoid” going there. The change is the latest update to the CDC’s travel advisory list, which it re-evaluates each week....

Getting to the airport just got easier thanks to a new partnership between biometric security company Clear and ride-sharing app Uber, allowing travelers to calculate exactly when they need to leave for their flight and taking some of the guesswork out of travel. Clear’s new in-app “Home to Gate” feature will analyze everything from traffic data and security screening, wait times, and the amount of time it takes to walk through the airport to the terminal....

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to have a grasp on our everyday lives, security companies like Clear are developing gateways to normalcy right from our smartphones — and its CEO is doing so with high hopes. “I see the back half of 2021 being materially better than the front half,” Clear CEO Caryn Seidman-Becker told Travel + Leisure. “I’m very optimistic on this year, I’m optimistic on vaccines, and I’m optimistic on people never wanting to travel more....

We all miss travel. But some people miss travel so much, they go the extra mile to recreate the experience. Last week, TikTok user Anissa Simao uploaded a video of her dad, Steve, a “pretty goofy” guy and a Delta Diamond Medallion member. He missed boarding flights so much that, when he came across a listing for two Delta First Class airplane seats, he bought them and installed them in his living room....

Disney is bringing back character meet-and-greets this month for the first time since pausing the beloved activity more than two years ago. As early as April 18, fans will be able to hug Mickey Mouse and all his friends, get autographs, and hang out with their favorite characters. The traditional character meet-and-greets will be available in both Disney parks in the United States as well as aboard Disney Cruise Line ships....

Disneyland Paris has delayed its reopening from February to April in light of lockdown restrictions in France, after first closing in October. Initially, the park was slated to close from Jan. 4 through Feb. 13, but the reopening date has been postponed to April 2, according to a follow-up announcement from the park. “Due to the prevailing conditions in Europe, Disneyland Paris will not reopen on Feb. 13 as initially planned,” the announcement read....

EHP Resort & Marina in East Hampton, New York, was totally transformed just in time for the summer season with a major multi-million dollar renovation. The five-acre resort, formerly called East Hampton Point, is still known for its great sunset views and waterfront location, but it now has stunning fresh interiors, delicious new eateries, and a Mediterranean-inspired feel. The Magari Harbor House offers single rooms as well as two- and three-bedroom suites, plus there’s a collection of charming one- and two-bedroom cottages with historic exteriors and bright, modern interiors featuring furnishings from the likes of Restoration Hardware, Frette bedding, and Acqua di Parma bath products....

I’ve embraced plenty of social media-inspired fashion trends in the past, but one that I just can’t seem to get behind is pairing my sneakers with quarter-length socks. It’s a look that I’ve admired on others, but I very much prefer to have my socks low and virtually undetected in my shoes. So, you can only imagine how much I love a good pair of no-show socks, especially when I’m rocking my favorite tennis sneakers....

Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure. There’s something lurking under the ocean’s surface just off the coast of Punta Mita, Mexico. And it’s mighty tasty. In the “before time,” you know, that time before the coronavirus took hold of the world and put international travel on hiatus, I took a journey to the tiny beach community of Punta Mita, a stunning peninsula located 10 miles north of Puerto Vallarta....

A good pair of leggings can be hard to find. There’s a wide variety of fabrics and styles out there, and some are ideal for exercising, while others are more comfortable for lounging. My all-time favorite leggings from Girlfriend Collective are impressively versatile for any activity, and during the winter, they’re my secret weapon and favorite layering piece for staying warm — even in freezing weather. The Girlfriend Collective Float Ultralight Leggings are made from a blend of polyester sourced from recycled water bottles and spandex, offering a soft, stretchy, and lightweight feel....

Goose Island released a new brew — specifically for Chicagoans — in hopes that those who imbibe will be sipping a little taste of sunshine while staying home in quarantine. The new hoppy blonde ale, named “Sunshine Tomorrow Blonde,” is made from “old school hops and our house ale yeast for a familiar Goose flavor to create a light blonde ale reminiscent of Chicago Summer and the better times ahead,” Pete Olsen, Brewer at Goose Island Beer Company, said in a statement....

It’s something we seldom remember until it’s too late—where it’s definitely not a good idea to drink the tap water. So, in the spirit of healthy global hydration, onling travel booking company Just The Flight created a definitive guide to where Americans can and cannot drink tap water. The data was collected from information gathered by the Center for Disease Control and put together in an interactive map: Where on Earth Can I Drink Tap Water?...

At 3,303 meters on St. Moritz’s Corvatsch Peak, the air is delicious, the view is sublime, and the whiskey is rare. For the past 10 years, local distillers Pascal Mittner and Rinaldo Willy have been quietly distilling Orma, Europe’s most eco-friendly, single malt, small-batch whiskey that you may never taste — unless you’re visiting the swiss region of Engadin. Erica Firpo We know St. Moritz has a lot going for it....

Once you’re off of a flight and in your new destination, it’s easy to get excited about hitting the road right there and then. The only problem is, if you’ve checked in a bag, you’ll have to wait for it to come around the carousel. But those looking to savor every minute of their vacation might want to try a few tricks to bump their luggage’s arrival time at baggage claim....

At Extraordinary Journeys, we believe it is important to explore the world with our children, but we are also aware that traveling with kids can be less vacation and more work. For everyone to enjoy the adventure, it’s important to plan ahead. The right hosts, the right pace, the right guides, and the right activities based on your kids interests and ages are critical. With so many considerations, I’ve broken down some expert tips for ensuring your family African safari adventure is an actual vacation for everyone....

Iceland will lift all COVID-19 restrictions this week, including all border-related travel restrictions, becoming the latest country to do away with pandemic-era protocols. Starting Friday, Iceland will no longer require travelers to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test to enter the country, according to the Ministry of Health and Ministry for Foreign Affairs. The country will also welcome both vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers. Going forward, the government said, “no disease prevention measures will be in place at the border, regardless of whether individuals are vaccinated or unvaccinated....

When Italian cruise ships begin sailing again this weekend, one stop they won’t be making is Venice. Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, Venice was a popular cruise stop — its cobblestone streets swelled with approximately 32,000 passengers each day between April and October. But when the MSC Grandiosa sets sail on Sunday, it will depart from Genoa and head to Malta, stopping in Rome, Naples, and Palermo along the way....