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You never think about the everyday things that astronauts have to do on the International Space Station (ISS) — including basic, human functions like, say, going to the bathroom. James Blair/Courtesy of NASA According to Space.com, NASA is hoping to improve bathroom technology on future missions by sending a brand new, $23 million toilet system to the ISS. Going to the bathroom has been a tricky situation in space for a long time, to the point that NASA launched a crowdsourcing campaign to look for new toilet designs back in June....

In the past two decades, Net-A-Porter has become one of the most important luxury fashion retailers in the world. Not only does NAP sell the latest runway fashion and most coveted bags, but they have extensive selection of beauty, activewear, and fine jewelry and watches. Net-A-Porter has also spawned two spinoffs, Mr Porter and The Outnet. Now, NAP is jumping aboard one of the hottest fashion trends: the secondhand market....

A generation ago, Shenzhen was just a quiet fishing village of some 30,000 across the border from Hong Kong. Then, in 1979, the Chinese government turned it into an experiment to grow capitalism in a test tube, designating it as the country’s first Special Economic Zone. Today, the city’s population is more than 11 million, driven by an influx of laborers from the countryside who make everything from real iPhones to fake Chanel bags....

Southwest and American Airlines have each paused their plans to resume selling alcohol on flights following an uptick in unruly passengers this year. Southwest, which had initially intended to bring back alcoholic beverages later this month, has now put those plans on hold with “no timetable” planned for when the sale of alcohol will return, CNBC reported. The decision comes just weeks after a flight attendant for the carrier was assaulted on a flight from Sacramento to San Diego, according to the Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department....

A Super Nintendo World is coming to Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023, the theme park shared with Travel + Leisure. The park will be the first of its kind in the United States. The new Super Nintendo World, which will open in a newly expanded area of the park, will include both rides and interactive areas, promising an immersive jump into the world of Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and more....

Pablo Segarra grew up somewhere in the middle. As a kid in the Bronx, he frequently listened to his grandparents poetically describe his ancestral homeland of Puerto Rico. They’d discuss the food, the climate, the people, and all the things that made it such a spectacular place. Though beautifully told, hearing these stories made Segarra feel like an outsider in the U.S. and one in Puerto Rico, too. Until he grew up and realized he could be the bridge to both via his company, The Latinx Travel Club, and help others connect with their roots....

The Malibu Beach Inn is here to assist in making Mother’s Day extra special this year. In honor of moms everywhere, the adorable inn located in Malibu, California is utilizing its Carbon Beach Club restaurant to put together a Mother’s Day menu for families looking to treat themselves, and especially mom, to a delicious meal at home. Starting at $45 per person, and available for takeout and delivery on May 10, chef Ryan at Carbon Beach Club has prepared a celebratory to-go menu just for moms that includes tasty treats like crispy fingerling potatoes, heirloom carrots, roasted ora king salmon filet, maple thyme glazed heritage ham, and more....

I first tried the Optimizer Voyage Tri-Light after a notably bad day of travel. I had taken a meeting in a different city (one roundtrip flight in the span of 12 hours!) and, thanks to weather and mechanical problems, had gotten home much later than planned. To deal with our delay, my group had ordered pizzas to the tiny airport where we were waiting and busted out little bottles of vodka and Chardonnay....

The UK Space Agency announced its plans for a “space plane” capable of carrying passengers from New York to London in just one hour. And it could be in the skies by the 2030s. At the UK Space Conference in Wales on Tuesday, CEO of UK Space Agency, Graham Turnock, spoke about a plane capable of flying at Mach 5.4. That speed would allow passengers to travel from the UK to Australia in as little as four hours....

Every spring, Asheville, North Carolina’s Biltmore estate showcases its seasonal colors on 8,000 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This season, America’s largest home will be decked out with nearly 72,000 tulips in its Walled Garden as part of the Biltmore Blooms springtime celebration from Apr. 1 through May 26, 2022. The floral takeover of the estate — built by George Vanderbilt and opened in 1895 — begins with yellow buds from forsythia and daffodils before the tulips emerge....

Want to live like “Indiana Jones” even for a minute? The Egyptian government may have something for you. As part of its experience Egypt From Home. Stay Home. Stay Safe, campaign, the Egyptian government launched a series of virtual tours including a new in-depth experience in the tomb of Pharaoh Ramses VI. According to an official statement provided to the Egypt Independent, the tomb, which was first discovered in 1898, dates back to the Twentieth Dynasty, sometime between 1189 to 1077 BC....

The islands of the continental United States are remarkable in their diversity, offering everything from golf to whale watching, five-star hotels, and quaint cottages. But one stood out above all the rest. For the third year in a row, Hilton Head, South Carolina, was voted the best island in the continental U.S. by Travel + Leisure readers in the World’s Best Awards. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more....

Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure. As city flight persists, there is something magical about the desert that beckons. Like much of the American West, the desert has been painted as an empty expanse for colonialist fantasy — an “untouched” landscape, ripe for the taking. Of course, this narrative erases the millennia-old Indigenous communities that still call this place home....

Now you can see the Louvre in Abu Dhabi in a whole new way. Louvre Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates is now offering kayaking tours at both sunrise and sunset, during the so-called “golden hour,” for people who are looking for new ways to explore the museum. Not only is this a one-of-a-kind way to experience art and culture in the UAE, it’s also practically built for the coronavirus age....

Traveling can be one of the most enriching things you can do in your lifetime — and it can be even better with a partner. Taking a trip together is one of those milestones every couple must reach in their relationship, kind of like moving in together, getting a pet, or going to Ikea. Many people consider taking a trip together as an important step before even getting married. According to a study from Travelocity, 56 percent of couples agree that travel is important for keeping the spark in a relationship....

If your vacation plans have shifted this year, chances are, you’ve entertained the thought of taking an RV road trip. And whether you’re interested in renting a motorhome for a week or investing in one for years of future travel, there are plenty of factors to consider — and mistakes to avoid — when planning a trip to ensure you have the best getaway possible. road trip essentials With that in mind, we consulted the experts at Outdoorsy, a popular RV rental service, about how to plan a perfect RV road trip....

There’s much to look forward to with the arrival of winter, especially the cozy clothing options and fun holiday getaways. Unfortunately, the magic of this chilly season isn’t welcome news for our skin. This time of year is known for drying out the skin, and while there are plenty of options for treating common winter skin woes, skincare experts agree that topical vitamin E is a must-try for moisturizing. To buy: amazon; $20 (originally $25)...

“Star Wars” superfans, here’s your chance to travel far, far Away (GET IT?) with a new luggage collection inspired by the iconic film series. Luggage brand Away has taken their signature suitcases and dressed them up in three new colorways based off of the original trilogy’s planets. Tatooine, Hoth, and Endor never looked better. The limited-edition collection is available in four sizes, from carry-ons to large suitcases, and features subtle design nods to each planet — such as a warm orange shell inspired by the desert twin sun planet Tatooine and an icy gray exterior for the ice planet Hoth....

Everyone needs a vacation, but many Americans feel guilty taking time off work — in fact, it’s one of the top reasons people don’t travel. But Belize wants to change that by giving you a free vacation as well as a second trip for a co-worker to thank them for picking up the slack while you’re off galavanting with Caribbean reef sharks. The Belize Tourism Board is celebrating paid time off by giving away three five-day trips for two people to paradise....

Sometimes, a flight deal seems too good to be true. Maybe you’ve spotted a $300 ticket to Japan, or a flight to Australia for under $500 — numbers far below the typical price point. When airfare drops this low, it’s often labeled as a mistake fare, an error fare, or sometimes a “fat finger” fare. These names indicate what happens when a misplaced decimal point, miscalculated currency conversion, or data entry error accidentally publishes incorrect (and incredibly cheap) ticket prices....