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Are you a true crime connoisseur? If you’re one of those people who is fascinated by true crime shows, podcasts, and documentaries like Tiger King or Making a Murderer, you’ve just stumbled upon your dream job. FreeUp, a career network for freelancers, is currently recruiting a dedicated true crime fan on behalf of one of the company’s clients. The position involves binging and doing deep dives into the world of true crime and creating content around it....

Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure. Sailing to Isle Royale feels akin to entering a Midwestern Jurassic Park. Arriving at the island’s Washington Harbor after stomaching seven hours of Lake Superior waves en route from Grand Marais, Minnesota, felt like we had crossed into a different time and place. The waters calmed, our cell service disappeared, and all you could see was an impenetrable patchwork of green forest covering the 45-mile-long island national park....

Museums may be closed in New York City, but art is never far away when you’re walking around the Big Apple — even when practicing social distance. And NYC & Company, the city’s destination marketing organization, is making the search for some outdoor art even easier by highlighting the dozens of free public art programs throughout the five boroughs welcoming New Yorkers (and anyone who may be safely visiting) to take in a little culture while traversing the area....

Over the past several years, one island has dominated as the most alluring vacation draw in Indonesia: Bali. It’s resort central for this nation of more than 17,000 islands, and it’s easily the most popular among travelers seeking a relaxing getaway. Four of the five top properties that readers selected for this year’s list of best resorts in Indonesia can be found here, the island’s famous temples, beaches, and extensive tourist amenities all within reach....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey closed on March 2, just before widespread stay-at-home orders were implemented as a result of COVID-19. The results reflect our readers’ experiences before the pandemic, but we hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your trips to come — whenever they may be. Islands usually are synonymous with beaches. But in this part of the world, they also boast history, wildlife, and archaeological splendors. That diversity of experience is reflected in the worthy winners of this category....

Even before he was dancing his way into pop culture history in 1977’s “Saturday Night Fever” and 1978’s “Grease,” John Travolta had his eyes on the sky. The New Jersey-born actor has been taking aviation lessons since he was a teen—and on Sunday, he revealed in an Instagram post that he is now a licensed 737 pilot. “A very proud moment in my aviation history,” he stated in a 15-second video posted to social media....

A majority of the funding to rebuild Paris’s Notre Dame cathedral has come from small donations, particularly from Americans, the church said. Over the weekend, the church held its first mass in two months, celebrating a path towards reopening the church after the devastating fire. But the structure’s future is still uncertain and funding that was promised has yet to come through. “The big donors haven’t paid. Not a cent,” André Finot, a spokesperson for Notre Dame told Associated Press....

New York City’s rooftop scene is about to get a major upgrade. On July 1, Somewhere Nowhere, the city’s newest lounge, nightclub, and rooftop pool is set to open, providing “New Yorkers and visitors from around the world with an enchanted, wanderlust getaway from Manhattan’s busy city streets.” Courtesy of Somewhere Nowhere The two-level 5,156-square-foot indoor and outdoor space is located at the top of the Renaissance Hotel, taking over the 38th and 39th floors....

If you’re hoping to plan an epic trip to see the whole of Denali National Park this summer you might want to wait. In October, the National Park Service announced, half of the 92-mile road that cuts through this massive national park in Alaska will remain closed through 2022 as the service works to complete a bridge over what has become an increasingly dangerous landslide. The Pretty Rocks landslide has plagued the park since at least the 1960s....

People are pretty passionate about the Popeyes chicken sandwich –– perhaps even to the point of taking an international trip. The company is now debuting its world-famous chicken sandwich in Guadalajara, Mexico, and it’s designed a clever travel campaign to entice people to visit the only place in the country where they can get that fried chicken goodness. The sandwich has achieved cult-like status in the U.S., including inciting an all-out “war,” with Popeyes fans feuding with fans of KFC, Chick-Fil-A, and other fast food brands over who has the best sandwich....

Every adventure needs a soundtrack, whether you’re exploring a new hiking trail, visiting a new city, or even making your daily trek to work. That said, you need a good pair of headphones or earbuds to help you stream your favorite playlists and podcasts when you’re on the go. For many, the Apple AirPods Pro are a go-to, which isn’t a surprise since the earbuds are known for their crystal-clear sound, comfortable fit, and noise-canceling technology....

Close your eyes and imagine the fashion landscape of the late ’90s and early aughts, when aesthetics ranged from mall girl platforms and minis to all-black goth kid ensembles. One particularly strong style sensibility from that period was the preppy look; leftover from the ’80s with a modern twist, prep is less of a trend and more of a classic way of life. From then to now, if you want to dress preppy, Nautica is the place to shop, and the brand has a clearance section with deals up to 70 percent off....

Although summer has only just kicked off, it’s never too early to begin making your plans for autumn. At some point between the fireworks and the barbecues this weekend, make a point to log online and peek at the Southwest website to nab some incredibly good deals for the season. This Fourth of July, Southwest is running an “Independence Yay” sale, with discounted flights available for travel from Aug. 9 through Dec....

Did you know that there are butterflies in space? Well, not literally. The European Space Observatory (ESO) has the ability to capture some of the most mesmerizing images in the universe, and the organization’s image of a butterfly-shaped nebula is the latest to captivate people, according to CNN. Using the organization’s Very Large Telescope (real name) in Chile, the ESO captured a planetary nebula made up of beautiful blue, red, purple, and pink colored clouds of dust and gas in space, CNN reported....

Craving some adventure this summer? The notion of a solo trip might be a bit overwhelming at first, but once you get past the initial fear of traveling alone, the benefits of vacationing by yourself become evident. For starters, there’s something incredibly fulfilling and empowering about embarking on an independent getaway. It’s an unparalleled opportunity for personal growth. After all, how will know your limits if you never venture outside of your comfort zone?...

When Stephen Poovey and his wife, Brett, were out for a date night in Oceanside, California, they stumbled upon a forgotten 1940s motel right on the Pacific Coast Highway. Instead of seeing it for what it was, they saw the possibilities and transformed it into a modern boutique hotel, The Green Room Hotel, melding together its historic bungalow architecture with a modern yet laidback surf vibe the area has today....

Miami has always been a hot spot for friends to get together and enjoy the beaches, nightlife, and ever-growing foodie scene. And after more than a year of staying at home and avoiding large gatherings, lifestyle hospitality company Sbe is offering the ultimate Miami vacation package, so you and your closest friends can convene in a bubble-like atmosphere. Now available at SLS LUX Brickell and Hyde Midtown Miami, the Ready, Set, Miami package offers two days of jam-packed fun in the sun, starting with the quintessential Magic City experience: cruising around on a yacht....

Turkish Airlines wants to make you a tasty in-flight meal once again. In May, the airline announced the return of its in-flight chef service, serving passengers on long-distance flights of eight hours or longer. The meals, the airline explained, are gourmet dishes prepared by the airline’s dedicated Flying Chefs, which are all prepared to restaurant quality in the skies. Courtesy of Turkish Airlines “Throughout the past year, we’ve had to make many adjustments to our product and service offerings to protect the health and safety of our passengers and employees,” Turkish Airlines chairman of the board and the executive committee, M....

Nothing kills the buzz of tackling some great powder quite like having to wait on line for a ski lift. And Vail Resorts wants to help. Starting next month, the company will introduce full-day forecasts of lift line wait times in its EpicMix app, spaced in 15-minute increments, Vail Resorts shared with Travel + Leisure. The service will be available at 12 of the company’s resorts: Whistler Blackcomb, Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek Resort, Breckenridge Ski Resort, Keystone Resort, Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Park City Mountain, Heavenly Ski Resort, Northstar California, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Stowe Mountain Resort, and Okemo Mountain Resort....

Washington is home to endless mountains, forests, and national parks that will put you in a road-trip state of mind. There’s an endless number of winding routes to get sightseers off the beaten path, but the Mountain Loop Highway showcasing the famous Cascades is one of the most impressive. Where to Find the Mountain Loop Highway Beginning in Granite Falls and ending in Darrington, both remote cities in Snohomish County, this 50-plus mile drive around the Western Cascades is unsurpassed in Pacific Northwestern beauty....