Ski vacations can be a great option for the whole family, but when it comes to figuring out when to go, where to go, how much to spend, and how to prepare the kids, it can all get overwhelming. To help you and your family enjoy a memorable ski getaway, we’ve pulled together our top tips, from resorts where you’ll find kid-friendly amenities to the best gear for bundling up properly....
Getting away from the bustling city and unplugging is certainly a great way to spend a vacation — but it’s even better with horses. On Airbnb, equine enthusiasts can find a ton of amazing ranches all over the country where they can ride or meet some beautiful, majestic horses during their stay. But this Airbnb near Phoenix, Arizona will also give you a luxurious stay that’s less than an hour from the city’s nightlife, too....
It looks like planet Earth has a new best friend. In February, scientists announced that Earth acquired a new mini-moon that is hovering in our orbit. However, this may be a fleeting friendship as the same researchers also noted that our mini-moon friend won’t be around forever. Research specialists Kacper Wierzchos and Theodore Pruyne — who work at the Catalina Sky Survey, a NASA-funded project at the University of Arizona’s Lunar and Planetary Laboratory — discovered a tiny asteroid, known as 2020 CD3, orbiting Earth in a perfect pattern....
June 1 marks World Reef Day, a celebration started by the sunscreen company Raw Elements to draw “awareness and activation to effect positive change for our world’s reefs.” While there is plenty you can do from home to support the effort, PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) wants you to know there are also plenty of places you can go to explore the world’s reefs in real life as well....
Get ready to launch your vacation plans into the stratosphere. Space Perspective, which describes itself as “Earth’s leading luxury spaceflight experience company,” recently revealed Spaceship Neptune’s customizable Space Lounge interior. Courtesy of Space Perspective As Travel + Leisure previously reported, Spaceship Neptune is actually a massive balloon, about the size of a football stadium, that will take guests on a six-hour, round-trip journey to the edge of the atmosphere and back again....
Bridges aren’t usually the first thing you think of when choosing where to go on vacation, but these often-overlooked passageways can be architectural marvels. Whether it’s for vehicles or pedestrians, a bridge connects two places — even if it’s simply two sides of a river. While these spanning structures are certainly convenient, they’re also a great place to see beautiful works of art and impressive feats of engineering. Across the world, people have been finding innovative ways to build sturdy spans that not only make commutes more efficient, but also add aesthetic value....
The Smithsonian National Zoo’s “Little Miracle” recently made his public debut. Born in August, Xiao Qi Ji, the giant panda cub grew up away from the public — and only seen by visitors via webcam — as the zoo has been closed due to the pandemic, however last week the cute cub got to see his adoring fans. “The panda cub is definitely a star attraction, but overall, the sense that I have from our visitors is that they’re just happy to be able to return to the Zoo, enjoy the time outdoors with their families and see all the animals,” zoo spokesperson Pamela Baker-Masson told ABC News....
If you haven’t heard of Taylor Phillips and Jeff O’Donnell, the heartthrob couple sharing their adventurous lives and relationship on YouTube and social media, you’ve probably seen them. Phillips, originally from Indiana, works as a model, and has been featured in various print and ad campaigns. O’Donnell, born in New Jersey, is an actor with credits in hit shows like Girls and Orange Is the New Black. But to many of the couple’s fans, their most important work is simply being themselves, serving as outspoken advocates to uplift and inspire the LGBTQIA+ community....
An Arctic fox just broke records by traveling from Norway to Canada in 76 days, racking up 3,506 kilometers (about 2,179 miles). According to research published by Polar Research, the young female began her trek on March 26, 2018 in Spitzbergen, the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago. Svalbard is located in the Polar Basin, between mainland Norway and the North Pole, and is “seasonally linked” to Greenland and North America due to the forming and melting of sea ice....
A sold-out immersive art experience is extending its Chicago stay to give more people a chance to walk through iconic Vincent van Gogh paintings, including “Irises” and “Starry Night.” “Immersive Van Gogh” opens its doors in Chicago on Feb. 11 at the Lighthouse ArtSpace, a new venue meant to host immersive art presentations like the Van Gogh exhibit. The three-story building features 35-foot walls, Victorian-era details, and multiple interior levels to envelope visitors in the art they’ve come to see....
Nothing beats a good view, and this spot in Australia has one of the best. Kalbarri National Park, located on the Coral Coast of Western Australia, is a big draw for outdoorsy travelers who love a good view of the majestic Australian landscape. According to Lonely Planet, visitors to the park can now enjoy the stunning sight from a skywalk that juts out over a gorge, 100 meters (about 328 feet) above the ground....
When Casa Marina Key West opened on New Year’s Eve in 1920, it welcomed in a glamorous resort to the southern Florida destination. Now the Waldorf Astoria property is celebrating its 100th anniversary by launching its 100-night giveaway contest, in which it will award 50 guests three-day, two-night stays. To enter, those who are 21 and older and have enjoyed Casa Marina over the last century are invited to submit photos, videos, memorabilia, letters, or any items that show their favorite memories at the property....
The pillow can compress to half its size to fit in the travel bag it comes with, making it easy to attach to your luggage and bring with you while you’re traveling. Plus, it even comes with two bonus additions — earplugs and a contoured sleep mask for those red-eye flights. Shoppers have left it over 500 perfect five-star reviews, raving that it’s the best neck pillow they’ve ever owned....
Uber’s redesign is making using the ridesharing app even easier — wherever you are in the world. According to a press release, new features in the app include in-app translation to communicate with drivers as well as clearer, easier to follow notifications and instructions – which are especially helpful when trying to get to your airport gate. The introduction of the translation helps to reduce and miscommunication that can happen when riders and drivers have different preferred languages or if you’re using Uber in a different country....
Astronaut hopefuls now have a chance to get even closer to a dream voyage in space. Virgin Galactic announced on Tuesday that it will begin accepting $1,000 deposits for priority access to its next round of tickets. Referred to as “small step” deposit. the $1,000 will give space fans the first chance at nabbing a Virgin Galactic reservation as they open up, although they didn’t disclose when that’s exactly happening....
This winter you don’t need to travel to Europe to enjoy an authentic fondue dinner. At Ocean House in Rhode Island you can indulge in a multi-course dining extravaganza in a very unique location — a former ski gondola repurposed from the slopes into a private dining room. Appropriately named Fondue Express, this intimate boîte features plush seating, heated floors, and cute touches such as a cuckoo clock and a wooden toy cow....
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. Sparkling new hotels emerge in China’s metropolises every year, but it’s the mainstays that continue to enchant readers, especially in Hong Kong, which claimed three spots on this list of the best hotels in China....
Whether you’ve had the privilege of visiting Santorini—aka one of the most romantic islands in the world—or not, you probably know what it looks like. Photos of vibrant blue waters overlooked by whitewashed stone homes nestled above pristine beaches are constantly fueling wanderlust around the world (guilty as charged). But, as with many other destinations around the world, Santorini is more than just a pretty face. The island has plenty to offer in the way of quirky historical facts, geographical travel obstacles, and must-sees that only the locals know about....
Airbnb wants to move mountains, almost literally, to ensure you have a great vacation. According to the home sharing company, Wishlists on Airbnb featuring the keywords “mountain,” “hiking,” or “rural” have increased 68% in the last year. People are swapping out the big cities for the great outdoors, and Airbnb wants to ensure at least a few lucky travelers can experience it to the fullest. On Tuesday, Airbnb, Big Sky Resort in Montana, and world-renowned rock climber and mountaineer Conrad Anker announced a new partnership and offer for two lucky guests to come and experience nature as the only occupants of the Andesite Mountain in Big Sky this fall....
Alexander Skarsgård is perhaps best known for playing dark and menacing characters, such as his roles in True Blood, Big Little Lies, and The Stand. So, of course, he is the natural choice for a bedtime story. Despite his roles, Skarsgård has a soothing, gentle voice that actually makes him perfect for lulling you to sleep on the app Sleep Cycle. His special story is entitled “The Lighthouse,” which is kind of perfect since Skarsgård is originally from Sweden — a nation that has quite a few beautiful lighthouses....
