“I’m a native Los Angeles girl, from hancock park, and I fulfill all the stereotypes—except for the blond bimbo one. I live in New York, but I need a California fix every chance I get. It’s not uncommon for me to hop on a plane after I finish my show in New York and arrive in L.A. on a Sunday night. I always get a window seat so I can watch the landscape as we come in....
An entire cement truck full of sand will fill the streets, dozens and dozens of teams ready to compete in a life-size game of pétanque — like the French version of bocce ball — as tens of thousands party the day away, all in celebration of Bastille Day. No, this isn’t France. It’s Brooklyn, New York. Brooklyn’s Smith Street has been a haven for French expats and Francophiles for years. It’s because of that fervor that the neighborhood’s 19th annual Bastille Day celebration on Sunday, July 14 feels less like a big deal, and more like an inevitability....
Pardon the cliché, but when I walked into the Pendry Manhattan West, I did a kind of mental double take. Moments earlier I had been dragging a suitcase out of a taxi on 33rd Street and 10th Avenue, the sounds and smells of New York City all around me. I had been dropped off on the edge of the new Manhattan West development, the latest project from real estate power player Brookfield Properties; tourists and traffic cones abounded....
Where to Stay Sintra’s allure is about dipping into its decorated past. Originally the 18th-century residence of the Dutch consul, the Hotel Tivoli Palácio de Seteais (doubles from $860, including breakfast) opened as a hotel in the 1950’s. A Neoclassical building with frescoed rooms, gilded antiques, and famous guests (Catherine Deneuve; John Malkovich), the place had nevertheless seen better days. One year and 40 specialists later, none of the splendor suffered in favor of a meticulous restoration (complete with updated in-room technology and marble baths)....
Southwest Airlines won’t resume selling alcohol on board until at least January 2022, a company spokesperson confirmed to Travel + Leisure on Monday. The carrier had initially intended to bring back alcoholic beverages in June, but put those plans on hold amid an alarming uptick in reports of unruly passengers this year. The timing of Southwest’s decision also aligns with the federal transportation mask mandate, which has been extended until at least Jan....
This holiday season, Airbnb wants to help you eat all the junk food and watch all the rubbish you want with nobody there to stop you. On Wednesday, the home rental giant announced it’s giving classic holiday movie fans the dream opportunity to spend a night in the original Home Alone house. The stay, Airbnb shared in a statement, will take place “while the McCallisters are away on their annual trip....
Qatar Airways was voted the best airline in the world for 2021, according to AirlineRatings.com. The Doha-based airline was awarded the top spot based on a host of criteria, including the age of its fleet, passenger reviews, and product offerings, as well as its “commitment to keeping the world’s critical long-haul air routes open during COVID-19,” according to the site. In addition to the No. 1 ranking, Qatar Airways also took the top spots for best business class (the airline is known for its Qsuites) and best catering....
Described by the brand as a “liquid cloud of fluffy-light moisture,” the everyday cream contains highly-nourishing ingredients that noticeably improve hydration across the face and neck from the first application. A deeply concentrated hyaluronic acid complex, pentavitin (the brand’s patented ingredient that provides up to 72 hours of hydration), and hydrolyzed silk (a derivative of silk that keeps skin soft and supple) smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while boosting elasticity on parched skin....
Imagine it: You’re sitting at a cafe on the idyllic Amalfi Coast, gazing at the pastel-colored buildings that dot the cliffs above the turquoise water. You have a limoncello in hand after a dinner of fresh seafood and pasta. Now, it might be a little while before you can experience the Italian coast for yourself, but we have the next best thing — a limoncello recipe that will make your kitchen feel a little more like Positano....
Travelers who missed the wildflower blooms that hit California and Texas earlier this year are in for a treat as Washington’s Mount Rainier National Park will soon put on a dazzling display. The national park typically sees magnificent wildflower blooms for a limited time each year, starting in mid-July and peaking by the beginning of August. Getty Images The park is already starting to see the first blooms of the season, with early-season wildflowers like the avalanche lilies —known for their white petals and yellow centers — already blooming along the Stevens Canyon Road near Reflection Lakes....
Cleopatra was not the first to use valerian, a soothing flower found throughout the Austrian Alps, for her daily bathing rituals. The remedy ignited world trade routes as far back as 500 B.C. Ancient Romans also made a beeline for the mountains of Switzerland and Austria, finding comfort in their mineral-rich hot springs. Although area wellness spas have since modernized (case in point: Austria’s über-chic Alpentherme Gastein), the story-book landscape still casts a curative spell, from its thermal pools to the indigenous herbs—such as chamomile, edelweiss, and golden arnica—that treat everything from migraines to the common cold....
With nearly 2,500 five-star ratings between them, Daily Ritual’s crewneck sweatshirt and matching joggers set aren’t your standard sweatsuit. Made out of a super soft blend of terry cotton and modal, customers rave about how soft their texture is. “I’ve washed and worn this a couple of times. It was soft when it arrived and got even softer. So soft! Soft soft soft. I am constantly aware of how cozy I feel,” one shopper even said, who recommends sizing up if you don’t want too slim of a fit on the arms....
On Wednesday, travelers seeking an experience they won’t see photographed by a tiresome number of influencers on Instagram can try to score a one-of-a-kind, one-time-only stay at the Empire State Building. To celebrate the launch of their Book the U.S. List — a collection of the most interesting, unusual places to stay in every state — Booking.com has designed three incredible, totally unique stays. For the first time ever, it’s now possible to reserve a night at the Empire State Building, the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami, and on a tricked-out tour bus designed by Nick Jonas....
Americans looking to travel aren’t wasting any time, booking hotels and flights almost immediately before they want to head on a trip, according to data shared with Travel + Leisure from booking sites. More than 70 percent of people who booked a flight in May were looking to travel in May or June, according to Priceline. That comes as airports have seen a small rebound in traffic after COVID-19 decimated the industry....
Virgin Voyages is launching mini sailings from England this summer ahead of the cruise line’s official debut later this year. The cruise line, founded by Sir Richard Branson, will spend this summer cruising around the UK, over a year after Virgin Voyages was slated to make its grand debut. “After more than a year of waiting and a major emphasis on a safe return, we’re ecstatic to announce these new sailings and bring Sailors onboard to experience what it’s like to set sail the Virgin Way,” CEO and President of Virgin Voyages, Tom McAlpin, said in a statement shared with Travel + Leisure on Thursday....
I recently spent a week sailing from Lyon to Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône in the south of France, and for the first time in a long time, I felt like my pre-pandemic self. I’ll admit, I was a bit nervous embarking on a river cruise, even though I’ve been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for several months. But the cruise line, Avalon Waterways, requires all staff members and passengers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and wear face masks in common areas, which put me at ease....
A woman gave birth to a healthy baby boy mid-flight on her way from Istanbul to Chicago this week with the help of the cabin crew and a doctor who happened to be on board. The woman, originally from Morocco and traveling with her husband on a Turkish Airlines flight on Sept. 27, was two weeks before her due date when her water broke at 30,000 feet, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure....
Whether you’re a fan of camping, hiking, water sports, or any adventurous activity in between, you probably know by now that the right gear can make all the difference while traveling. Yeti is a go-to brand for many adventurers, since it makes travel-ready gear that will keep up with you, from the mountains to the beach. And now, travel is about to get even easier, thanks to the brand’s new collection of luggage....
One of New York City’s best hotels isn’t a sleek skyscraper from an international hotelier or a newly renovated grand dame on Central Park South. In fact, you might not want to call Freehand New York a hotel at all — it’s trying to shrug off the connotations of conformity in a number of small ways. Adrian Gaut The 395-room property, which opened in the Flatiron District in January 2018, is the fourth outpost of the creative-minded, budget-conscious hospitality brand, following similarly designed hostel properties in Miami, Chicago, and Los Angeles....
Every traveler knows how important it is to pack the right shoes. You want to be sure you pack shoe options that are stylish and versatile enough to wear with a variety of different outfits, but also comfortable enough to get you through a day full of sightseeing. That’s why we love the footwear brand Vionic so much. Its shoes are not only super cute, but are actually designed by a team of podiatrists to give you the support you need for all-day on your feet....
