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Planning a destination wedding, even in the most stable of times, can be a hassle, but for couples who are thinking of a foreign wedding, one destination has an enticing new offer. The Italian region of Lazio is offering engaged couples an incentive of about $2,170 (€2,000) to book their wedding there. The money can be redeemed on anything for the wedding including attire, flowers, cakes, photographers, or food. Lazio is Italy’s capital region, which means that if you’ve always dreamed of heading to the altar in Rome, now is your chance....

A trip around the world is certainly on many travelers’ bucket lists, but it’s not always in the cards — until now that is. There are many ways to experience the world right in your own backyard, especially if you live in Texas. ZaZa Hospitality, which has locations in cities like Dallas, Houston, and Austin, has many offerings for travelers who want to enjoy a foreign-feeling location without long-haul flights or fighting through customs....

These days, it seems like nothing is off-limits to buy, sell, share, or trade on a peer-to-peer basis. We use Uber and Lyft to catch a ride anywhere, anytime; Airbnb brings us into the homes of locals while traveling; and Poshmark lets anyone clear out their closet or update their wardrobe in a flash. In 2018, Swimply broke into the market, offering people an easy way to find and rent privately owned pools....

To all of us on earth, the sun may not seem very dynamic. Aside from hiding behind clouds, and creating beautiful sunsets and sunrises, the sun might seem pretty much the same every day. But you might be surprised to learn that the sun has changed a lot over time. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) celebrated its 10-year anniversary by releasing a timelapse of the gigantic star’s activity over the course of a decade....

What better way to kiss 2021 goodbye than by witnessing a rare total solar eclipse at the edge of the earth? Well, since it isn’t exactly easy to get to the South Orkney Islands — situated about 400 miles northeast of the Antarctic Peninsula — expedition cruise company Hurtigruten is here to help. Known for its epic voyages all around the world, the company is planning two end-of-year cruises to coincide with the Dec....

The Brazilian government announced this week that it will soon be allowing visa-free entry to any residents of the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Japan. As long as they have a valid passport, visitors will no longer have to apply and pay for a visa to enter Brazil whether they are traveling for business or pleasure. Tourists can stay up to 90 days per year, with an extension to 180 days possible....

It’s about to get harder to swim with playful spinner dolphins in Hawaii. U.S. federal regulators on Tuesday banned the popular tourist activity in an effort to protect the nocturnal animals. The new National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) rule prohibits swimming within 50 yards of a spinner dolphin. “Like all animals, Hawaiian spinner dolphins need rest,” the administration said. The rule, which goes into effect on Oct. 28, means boats, canoes, and stand-up paddleboarders within two nautical miles of Hawaii’s shores will also have to keep their distance from the creatures....

You will never again need to worry about your United frequent flier miles going to waste. The airline announced this week that its MileagePlus Miles will no longer expire. On Wednesday, the airline announced that MileagePlus members will be able to retain their miles for life, effective immediately. Previously, miles expired after 18 months of inactivity on MileagePlus accounts (redeeming or earning points). “We want to demonstrate to our members that we are committing to them for the long-haul and giving customers a lifetime to use miles is an exceptionally meaningful benefit,” Luc Bondar, vice president of loyalty and president of MileagePlus at United, said in a statement....

When going through airport security, most people show up with their passport and keep it on them until the gate. But there’s one rookie mistake many travelers make while boarding the plane: putting their passports in their carry-on luggage. There’s one major reason this method is a problem: On completely booked flights, airlines may try to expedite the boarding process by asking passengers to check their bags gateside. Some with larger suitcases may be forced to leave their bags at the gate to make space in the overhead compartments....

No matter your age, celebrating Halloween with scary movie nights, themed treats, jack-o’-lantern carving, and dressing up is objectively fun. The good times don’t have to stop at costume parties and haunted houses, either. Here are 11 ways to celebrate Halloween at home. More Halloween ideas 1. Get all dressed up, even if there’s nowhere to go. Even if you don’t have a costume party to go to, dressing up can be just as fun at home....

The beauty of the Maldives comes naturally, but the hospitality infrastructure has been built up by hoteliers over the last 50 years. In the ’70s, the Maldives was a remote, largely uninhabited archipelago. Fishermen lived on the islands, but there were no regular flights to the area and no investment in the Maldives as a destination. Without tourism infrastructure, the small airstrip on Hulhule Island — which could barely be considered a commercial airport — didn’t see much traffic, and the travel world remained entirely unaware of the Maldives....

If you’re ready for a getaway but don’t want to splurge on flights, Alaska Airlines is having the sale for you — just don’t hesitate to book. Alaska released a few sale tickets at some seriously low prices that honestly feel a little hard to believe. Its flash sale includes tickets as low as $29 one-way from Portland to Seattle. Other super low fares include flights from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale for just $69 one way, and $49 flights from Austin to Los Angeles....

When it opened in 1974, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) was the biggest in the world. Today, it remains one of the busiest, welcoming tens of millions of passengers each year. DFW Airport offers nonstop flights to over 200 domestic and international destinations across its five terminals, so whether you’re starting your journey here or stopping en route to your final destination, there are a few key things to know, including information about airport parking, transportation, and hotels, as well as each terminal’s services and amenities....

As Disney World continues to evolve its offerings in the time of COVID-19, the park announced some new changes coming soon as well as in the future on Monday. Having just reintroduced the Park Hopper Pass, Disney resort hotel guests will also be able to enter the parks a half-hour early starting later this year. The opportunity to get to the rides 30 minutes earlier — in celebration of the park’s 50th anniversary — not only promises a jumpstart on a magical day but also allows for guests to be spread out among Disney World’s four theme parks in a further effort to provide for social distancing....

Epcot is opening Disney World’s very first Mary Poppins attraction, and it’s going to be supercalifragi— you get the idea. Dick Van Dyke himself took the stage at Disney’s D23 Expo fan convention over the weekend to reveal the news, which came as an utter surprise to theme park fans. Epcot will also expand upon the beloved film’s charming setting as Epcot’s United Kingdom pavilion opens its own version of Cherry Tree Lane, allowing guests to walk its iconic cobblestone street like Jane and Michael Banks....

Three museums are set to open in France this fall, and the only masks required for entry will be for snorkeling and scuba diving. These new attractions are joining the ranks of underwater sculpture parks and museums around the world. A general view of a underwater sculpture at MUSA (Museo Subacuatico de Arte) off the coast of Isla Mujeres, Mexico on September 26, 2018. Consisting of over 500 permanent life-sized and monumental sculptures by English artist Jason deCaires Taylor, MUSA is one of the largest and most ambitious artificial art attractions in the world....

The French countryside can provide a bit of respite for big city dwellers, but those seeking peace and quiet are often surprised that the rural setting has a soundtrack and scent of its own. In recent years, many of the sensory disturbances have even reached the authorities, including a couple being ordered to drain their pond filled with croaking frogs in Dordogne and a horse needing to stay 50 feet away from a neighbor because of the odor from its droppings in Alsace, The New York Times reported....

Cuzco, perched high in the Andes Mountains, is the longest continuously inhabited city in South America. It was also the ancient capital of the Incan Empire, which makes it a particularly popular destination for travelers. Heading to the Peruvian city for the first time? There’s a ton to see, so let this video be your guide to Cuzco’s can’t-miss offerings. Take time to admire the city’s interwoven histories, best exemplified by the pre-Columbian structures, temples, and convents scattered across the city....

Actor Henry Golding is no stranger to travel. In fact, the “Crazy Rich Asians” star says it’s “food for the soul.” And, considering he’s been around the world a time or two filming movies and adventuring to places where he can eat well, explore nature, or get lost on busy city streets, we’d have to agree. Travel, he states, is for everyone, no matter what kind of journey you like to have....

Perhaps the worst part of this holiday season is having to let relatives know you just won’t be flying, driving, or taking the train home this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, Hotwire is here to help take the sting out of it all with its new “Happy Next Holidays” generator, and with the potential to win a little cash too. “We know that this year has been tough on everyone, to say the least, and people are really feeling the stress as we head into the holiday season — a time that under normal circumstances, we reunite with family and friends from around the country,” Nick Graham, head of Hotwire, shared in a statement....