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There are few travel nightmares more terrifying than arriving at the airport without proper identification. If you’re currently freaking out in the departures hall, take a deep breath. Although it will likely be an inconvenient process, you’ll probably be able to fly even if your government-issued photo ID has been lost or stolen. Paul J. Richards/AFP/Getty Images Arrive at the airport as early as possible. Passengers traveling without a form of identification will have to go through interviews with TSA officers to establish their identity and most airlines will not refund tickets for people who missed their flights due to a lost ID....

“It is like you are in the Garden of Eden,” said one Travel + Leisure reader about the Seychelles, an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean. Beautiful plants and wildlife, including indigenous Seychelles black parrots and towering palms, also make this destination a standout. It should come as no surprise that travelers gave the Seychelles top marks for natural attractions and beaches. (Many of the secluded, pristine stretches of sand are accessible only by private yacht....

When flight attendants ask you to put your seat upright during take-off and landing, they aren’t simply trying to ruin your nap. They’re just making sure you comply with federal law. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) set the upright seat rule for two main reasons: it makes it easier to evacuate the plane in the case of an emergency and it can help limit injuries. It’s a frightening fact, but most airplane accidents happen upon take-off or landing....

Inspired by the new television series Fantasy Island, a new sweepstakes is giving travelers the chance to win a five-night getaway to Puerto Rico. The new Fox series, premiering on Aug. 10, follows a group of travelers visiting an island where all their fantasies come true — from renewed youth to a bathtub filled with chocolate. Puerto Rico may not be magical in the same way as the fictitious Fantasy Island, but it did provide the beautiful backdrops for filming much of the series....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey was open for voting January 11 through May 10, 2021, as destinations around the world were lifting COVID-19 restrictions. Survey rules have always allowed readers to reflect on their travel experiences over a three-year period. We hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your own travels as you get back out into the world. What attracts travelers to certain cities around the world? Is it new Michelin-starred restaurants?...

There is a lot to love in New Zealand, and after years of being locked in (and locked out), locals have been embracing domestic tourism. “Kiwis have spent an extra $1.1 billion NZD on domestic travel compared to pre-COVID levels,” says Sarah Handley, general manager of Tourism New Zealand in the Americas and Europe. “More than half have experienced a new tourism activity or visited a new place over the past year....

You could say that Beverly Hills was built around the Beverly Hills Hotel. It’s older than the place itself, for one thing, founded in 1912 by developer and socialite Margaret J. Anderson. (Beverly Hills, an inner suburb of Los Angeles, was incorporated in 1914.) But more than that, it’s often felt like the center of gravity. Over the years, this Sunset Boulevard icon has been a site of deal-making, intrigue, controversy, seeing, being seen, and some of history’s best parties — while playing host to the likes of Cesar Romero, Jane Fonda, the Eagles, and Albert II, Prince of Monaco....

Air France has unveiled the interiors of its new, fully retrofitted fleet of Airbus A330s, giving travelers a sneak peek into the changes coming to its business class, premium economy, and economy cabins. The airline will be retrofitting 15 of the aircraft between now and 2020, with each including 36 seats in business, 21 seats in premium economy, and 167 seats in economy. The aircraft come with completely new seats and new cabin interiors....

Airbnb is on a mission to ensure travel experiences are for everyone. In March, the company announced a suite of new Online Experiences to ensure the neurodiverse travel community could join in on all the virtual fun, too. The 12 new Online Experiences, Airbnb said, were “designed by Hosts with neurodiverse guests in mind.” “We are excited to offer Online Experiences designed by hosts with neurodiverse guests in mind. Our hope is these activities will help guests become more comfortable with a new activity or use them to connect with loved ones,” Suzanne Edwards, Airbnb head of hosting accessibility standards, shared in a statement....

In early May, Aruba announced tentative plans for reopening the island to inbound tourists. Though officials have yet to share an official opening date (authorities are hoping to open between June 15 and July, 2020), it has revealed new health protocols to keep both tourists and residents safe. On Tuesday, the Aruba Tourism Authority, along with the Department of Public Health, announced the new Aruba Health & Happiness Code, which it calls a “stringent” cleaning and hygiene certification program that will be mandatory for all tourism-related businesses....

I’ve always been someone who changes into pajamas or sweatpants the second I get home. As much as I love my clothing, when it comes to hanging around the house, I choose comfort over everything. And since I’ve never found a pair of pants that look good enough to wear in public and are cozy enough to lounge in, I’ve organized bottoms into two categories: indoor pants and outdoor pants....

There’s nothing like romanticizing travel and catching flights. But, the downside? In between the picture-perfect clips are often red-eye flights. We’ve all been there. Rushing to make the last flight back home and hours later after landing, heading right into the office with dark circles and puffy bags under the eyes. Luckily, those dark circles courtesy of late-night flights are no match for this lifting eye cream. The Clarins Total Eye Lift Concentrate Eye Cream is as luxurious as it gets for eye creams....

“Even for me this is pretty unhinged,” I thought to myself as I stared up at the bucket filled with icy water swinging precariously above me. There I was, shivering in my swimsuit on a bitter November morning in Denmark, preparing to douse myself in frigid bathwater in the name of wellness. I was standing on the deck of the new Sauna by GoBoat, a floating sauna set on a quiet stretch of canal in Copenhagen’s city center....

Once reserved for the uber-wealthy or exclusively seen as #travelgoals, flying private may become a bit more common due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The process of flying private inherently checks all the boxes for a traveler who may be nervous to fly right now. Hopping on a private jet eliminates the need to traverse a busy airport, reduces the number of passengers on board, and not to mention, with so many flights getting canceled or rerouted due to travel restrictions, the convenience may be worth the price....

T+L launched Operation Vacation to inspire workers to use their days off and get away, offering exclusive travel discounts as incentive. For the latest deals on hotels, airfare, cruises, and trip packages, visit travelandleisure.com/operation-vacation Earlier this summer, online wholesale retailer Boxed unveiled Boxed Hotels, a webpage of discounted hotel rooms that offers savings of up to 45 percent on thousands of hotels worldwide. Travelers can find great deals on hundreds of four- and five-star properties....

Travelers are always looking for tricks to get the most out of their vacation budgets. While surprise free upgrades are always nice, you can’t rely on luck to make sure you’re getting the best deal on your hotel stay. This is why lots of travelers find clever ways to maximize their hard-earned cash. For instance, many vacationers have experienced paying top dollar for a hotel room that looked better on the website than it did upon arrival....

When Prada presents its spring line, value-conscious fashionistas start combing the racks of the chain stores along the high streets, London’s main shopping thoroughfares. Here, Miuccia’s newest coat is copied the moment the model steps off the runway, and sold for a small fraction of the original’s price. But these shops (think the Gap with a Gucci twist) aren’t just nicking designs. They’re also keeping on top of the latest in street fashion, and a few smart ones have hired big-name consultants, such as Clements Ribeiro, Hussein Chalayan, and Jasper Conran....

Mark Lakin is a member of Travel + Leisure’s Travel Advisory Board and the A-List, a collection of the top travel advisors in the world, and can help plan your perfect getaway. Below is an example of the type of itineraries he creates. To work with Mark, you can contact him directly at ml@thelegacyuntold.com. Day 1: Arrive in Tokyo You will begin your trip in Tokyo. Depending on time of arrival, you may either choose to go directly to the hotel or have a half-day tour of the city with a private guide and driver....

Now you can experience the Olympics way beyond just watching your team go for the gold. Airbnb partnered with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) to give fans the best Olympics Online Experience right in their own homes. This collection of nine Online Experiences gives refugee athletes a chance to connect with fans all over the world, while also earning money to support their passions. Hosts include Olympic swimmer Yusra Mardini; Chef de Mission of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team, Tegla Loroupe; Para swimmer Ibrahim Al-Hussein, and the Refugee Paralympic Team....

The United Kingdom is heading into another lockdown to fight off the coronavirus pandemic. That means millions of people are preparing to hunker down at home with loved ones — and that apparently includes the Queen and Prince Philip, too. According to Hello! Magazine, Queen Elizabeth and her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, have officially returned to Windsor Castle for the start of the national lockdown. The pair had been staying at Sandringham before departing together....