The best meal of my life happened halfway up a volcano. My wife and I were on our honeymoon, enjoying an Olympian view of the calm, silvery Caribbean from the leeward side of Nevis Peak. The restaurant, Bananas, a local favorite, had come highly recommended. Under foxtail palms, our table groaned with roasted-pumpkin gnocchi, Moroccan lamb, ceviche of squid fished from the balmy waters far below. The air was bursting with jasmine....
There’s much to check off on your to-do list each day, which is why it’s understandable if you’re having a hard time keeping yourself hydrated. You’ve probably heard that you should drink at least eight glasses of water each day, but what happens when you don’t meet that goal? When does not drinking enough water start to affect your health—and what does that really look like? Olveen Carrasquillo, M.D., M.P.H., a professor and chief of the general medicine division at the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine, says that the eight glasses of water each day recommendation is just that—a recommendation....
Diligence is the name of the game when it comes to stopping the spread of the Coronavirus. For most of us, that means staying home and spending much of our time inside instead to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations. All this has many of us wishing for the same thing: fresh air and nature. Though we may not be able to get it in person, Natural Habitat Adventures and the World Wildlife Fund are ensuring we can at least get a bit of digital nature at home....
For years, Google Maps has helped people get everywhere from around the corner to around the globe. Now, the service is updating again to ensure people can get from point A to Point B in the quickest way possible. On Oct. 1, Google announced its upgrading its already awesome Live View to help make it “even easier to orient yourself in the world whether you’re walking around, leaving a public transit station or meeting up with friends....
Gurney’s Resorts is finally heading west. In November, the beloved East Coast resort company with locations in Newport, Rhode Island and Montauk, New York announced the acquisition of Sanctuary Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The resort, previously owned by Robert H. Castellini, who bought the property in 1992 and was responsible for transforming it into one of the most highly acclaimed (and celebrity-loved) resorts in the Southwest, is passing the baton to Gurney’s Resort & Spa....
As any real Dirty Dancing fan can tell you, nobody puts baby in a corner — unless it’s a corner room at the Mountain Lake Lodge in Pembroke, Virginia. While the fictional Kellerman Resort where Baby (Jennifer Grey) danced the night away with dance instructor Johnny (Patrick Swayze) was set in upstate New York in the 1960s, the beloved 1980s movie was filmed at the picturesque real life Mountain Lake Hotel, as Matador Network previously reported....
Why fight crowds when you can get one of the world’s most brilliant — and well-known — sights all to yourself? In early September, a few lucky guests at The Milestone Hotel in London will get the chance to participate in a private, after-hours viewing of the United Kingdom’s crown jewels at the iconic Tower of London. Victoria Jones - WPA Pool/Getty Members of the royal family have stored their ceremonial regalia at the UNESCO World Heritage site for centuries, bringing them out for milestones like Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in 1953....
Editor’s Note: This story was published before the situation unfolded around the world, before travel restrictions had been put into place and citizens were recommended to stay home to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. — Thirty-four sick, and zero deaths. Thirty-four sick, and zero deaths. These numbers played on a loop in my head for days – on my subway commute, during lunch breaks, at yoga, even in those brief quiet moments between conversation with friends....
The Gulf of Chiriquí, a wild, volcanic stretch of Panama’s Pacific shoreline, was once known as the Lost Coast. Pirate ships ran aground here; ruthless buccaneers stole charts of the area from one another, eager to plunder its natural riches. As my family and I boarded a little barge bound for the gulf, it seemed as if we, too, were entering unknown territory. Chugging down the delta of the Chiriquí River, evidence of human habitation became increasingly scarce — a few cows here, a wooden kayak there....
Imagine having Breakfast at Tiffany’s to fuel up for an afternoon adventure in Petra, Indiana Jones-style? Then ending the day with a dreamy sunset on The Beach in Thailand? Hardcore (wealthy) movie buffs can now live out their dreams with a 90-day itinerary by Very First To. The extensive trip—which visits 20 famous film sets across 10 countries—costs a hefty $321,000. But the price tag does come with perks: business-class flights for two for the full three months; overnight stays in lavish hotels like London’s The Savoy and the Hotel Bel-Air in L....
Adventurous vacationers itching for an escape can now combine a classic rail journey with a cruise through the Alaskan wilderness. Celebrating the inaugural season of its Ocean Victory ship, American Queen Voyages is partnering with the Rocky Mountaineer for pre or post-cruise trips journeying through the Canadian Rockies between Calgary and Vancouver, the cruise company shared with Travel + Leisure. The add-on option is available on six sailings from May through September....
Taking a flight typcially means sitting next to strangers, and it can be tough to know what the etiquette is for travelers when it comes to chatting with (or ignoring) your neighbor. British Airways asked 1,500 travelers from the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, and Italy about whether you should or should not chat with your seatmate on a flight. Overall, 83 percent of travelers agreed that saying hello and giving a smile to your neighbor is acceptable and appropriate when taking a flight....
The crisp air of autumn is starting to creep in, which means it’s high time you plan your escape south. No need to take vacation days, just book a warm-weather “workation” at Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection in Los Cabos, Mexico. In September, the hotel announced a suite of new local experiences to help guests “unplug for a moment and uncover unique local culture.” To make the most of their workation, guests should opt for the Home Away from Home package, which includes a minimum long-term stay of 21 days, in-villa Chef services, and personalized amenities....
Some travelers are chronically late for flights but being late can often turn your day into a travel disaster depending on which airport you go to. That’s why Financebuzz analyzed 45 of the busiest airports in the United States to find which ones are the best and worst for late travelers. For those who are always early (perhaps even chronically too early) for flights, the idea of someone waltzing through security with only half an hour before take-off may make you shudder....
Having the option to roll out a mat and work out at home isn’t reserved for fitness buffs and yoga gurus. Whether you’re looking to avoid crowded gyms or sneak in a few downward-facing dogs between work calls, a quality mat can help you keep up an at-home fitness routine. But just like there are endless ways to work out, there are also a seemingly endless number of yoga mats available online — and no, they’re not just for yoga....
Makeup addicts, your dream museum is coming soon to New York City. The Makeup Museum, a brand-new space dedicated to the history of makeup and the beauty industry, will open in May 2020 in New York City, according to Hypebae. Courtesy of Makeup Museum The new museum will debut with a special exhibition called Pink Jungle: 1950s Makeup in America, which will explore makeup in the 1950s, including trends, beauty icons, entrepreneurs, and artifacts, according to Hypebae....
Hawaiian Airlines is the most punctual airline in the United States, according to a new study shared with Travel + Leisure. The Hawaiian carrier had an on-time percentage of 89.9%, ranking No. 1 in the U.S. for the seventh year in a row and No. 9 globally, according to the annual Punctuality League 2022 study from OAG, which tracks flights and travel data. Hawaiian Airlines was followed by Delta Air Lines, which had an on-time performance of 88....
Welcome to Mountain Mondays, our eight-week series introducing you to some of the coolest mountains in America. Stay tuned each week for a new mountain for you to explore. Powder seekers wait all year for the snow to fall on America’s finest hills. There are hundreds of ski resorts to choose from across the States, from the obvious West Coast and Rocky Mountain range locales to the underrated slopes of New England....
Social distancing doesn’t mean you can’t have fun while doing it, and in one part of Canada that means taking advantage of the chilly weather to freeze your hair into a crazy ‘do. The annual Takhini Hot Springs Hair Freezing Contest in the Yukon encourages people to take a dip in the warm waters while styling their frozen locks into intricate and hilarious styles — bushy beards and all. “We like to think that this contest will bring some joy to viewers around the world — even if just for a few moments,” Andrew Umbrich, the owner and operator of Takhini Hot Pools, told CNN, adding the natural pools have been around for more than 100 years....
Everything’s better when naps are included, especially while traveling. A brand new micro-hotel is opening up at Washington Dulles International Airport just in time for busy holiday travelers with long layovers, according to USA Today. Courtesy of Sleepbox Sleepbox Nap Lounge, located in Concourse A, is a little like those privacy pods that have been popping up in airports all over the country, except it’s better because you can actually rest at the micro-hotel....
