Half the fun of camping (aside from the stunning sights) is hopping between your fellow campers’ tents to chat or compare camping gadgets. POD Tents are meant to be used as a series of shelters that can be connected to each other, not just one sleeping space for a few (although, you can do that, too). The tents come in two sizes: POD Maxi (sleeps eight) and POD Mini (sleeps four)....
An overwhelming majority of Americans are looking to load up the car and take a road trip this summer, according to a new Expedia.com survey shared with Travel + Leisure. The company’s 2020 Summer Travel Report — which surveyed 1,000 Americans — found that 85 percent of travelers are looking to hit the road this summer, with searches for domestic stays between June and September up 10 percent compared to last year....
Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean are each relaxing onboard mask protocols that were implemented in response to the omicron variant of the coronavirus. Starting March 1, Norwegian will drop all mask requirements, and instead simply recommend passengers wear them indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces, according to the cruise line. Norwegian originally had this protocol in place before the outbreak of the omicron variant. Norwegian has also amended its vaccination policy to allow unvaccinated children under 5 years old to sail....
Over 4.5 million people visit the Statue of Liberty each year. So it’s sort of astonishing to learn that six months after our national icon of freedom was opened to the public in 1886, it was a desolate spot, nearly abandoned by a disinterested populace. This is just one of the little-known gems that Elizabeth Mitchell, author of Liberty’s Torch: The Great Adventure to Build the Statue of Liberty, revealed to us....
As a porter in a residential building, Diego has to be at work no matter what. Building maintenance doesn’t stop for anything; the trash still needs to be taken care of, the floors still have to be swept, and more importantly this last year, everything has to be sanitized 24/7. His tasks can be strenuous, too, whether it’s dealing with heavy garbage bags or working in tight (and hot) spaces while doing repairs....
You can still satisfy your wanderlust in 2020 — it just requires more ingenuity and advanced planning. During the ongoing pandemic, many travelers are traveling by car instead of by plane. They’re hitting the road for socially distanced picnics and hikes within driving distance of their homes. As any seasoned traveler knows, the key to a successful road trip is having plenty of beverages and snacks to hold you over until you reach your destination....
Atlanta is getting a new ’80s-inspired bar you just have to see — so long as you can find it. On Friday, July 23, JoJo’s Beloved Cocktail Lounge will open its doors inside Politan Row food hall in the heart of Midtown. The throwback-inspired bar, led by beverage director Sophie Burton, will feature a bar program that pays homage to the “indulgent glamour of the 1970s and 1980s” with era-inspired cocktails and wines....
The land border closure between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico has been extended into October, marking the latest delay in resuming nonessential travel between the neighboring nations. “We continue to work with our Canadian and Mexican partners to slow the spread of #COVID19,” Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf said, said in a tweet on Friday. “Accordingly, we have agreed to extend the limitation of non-essential travel at our shared land ports of entry through October 21....
When you’re traveling, you want a handbag that keeps your essentials safe and within reach, and can easily transition from day to night. Vavvoune handbags are the perfect combination of stylish and functional, making them great for days and nights out, as well as travel. And now, the Brooklyn-based brand is available at Nordstrom, so you can add one of these chic bags to your collection from anywhere. 12 Black-owned Travel, Fashion, and Accessories Brands to Know and Support Now...
Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure. Hotels were chosen based on late summer/early fall 2020 dates and rates are subject to change. Strolling the centuries-old streets of London, passing iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge, you’ll feel as if you’re a character in a Charles Dickens novel or Richard Curtis rom-com. But when that ubiquitous London drizzle starts to fall, you’ll fancy a respite from your city saunter beside a crackling fire in a hotel lobby or under the cover of a plush duvet....
One of Rhode Island’s most prized attractions is partially closed after a 20-foot section of the famed Cliff Walk collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean last week. “We are just so fortunate no one was hurt and that luckily only a portion of the Cliff Walk is closed due to the recent collapse,” Discover Newport’s CEO Evan Smith told Travel + Leisure on Tuesday. “The 540 feet damaged by the recent collapse of the Cliff Walk will be repaired and progress reports about that construction timeline will be shared with the public....
When you think of a Disney vacation, you probably picture a trip to the iconic theme parks or even a cruise aboard the popular Disney Cruise Line ships. But did you know that you can actually travel the United States and the world with Disney? Cue Adventures by Disney, curated vacations that offer guided, family-friendly trips to destinations all around the world — and they just announced new trips and private adventures to Australia, France, New Zealand, and more....
The Arctix Women’s Essential Insulated Bib Overalls are made from ultra-durable nylon that’s both waterproof and windproof, making them a great option for all kinds of outdoor activities. They feature a zippered closure that makes them easy to take on and off, as well as zippers around the ankles to fit comfortably with snow and ski boots. Another helpful feature is built-in boot gaiters that help keep snow and moisture out and lock in heat around your feet....
A well-preserved “Lamborghini” of ancient chariots was discovered buried in ruins outside of Pompeii. Over the weekend, the Archaeological Park of Pompeii announced “an extraordinary find” of a ceremonial chariot, complete with its four wheels. The chariot was discovered “almost intact” with its iron components, bronze and tin decorations, wood remains and the imprints of its organic decorations, like ropes and flowers. The park believes it was likely used in ceremonies, like festivals or parades about 2,000 years ago....
For weekend golfers everywhere, a trip to Hilton Head Island tops their wish lists. The reasons are clear: 24 world class courses, ideal weather year-round, and lots to do après-golf. Delicious seafood, lowcountry specialties like gumbo and peach cobbler, and stunning scenery just enhance the experience. The annual RBC Heritage Tournament, a PGA event, is played on the Harbour Town Golf Links, a favorite of both tour pros and spectators. Golfers around the world get to see Hilton Head Island, as the tournament is broadcast in 23 languages to 226 countries....
Easy, breezy, beautiful, sanitized. During the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses around the world have been forced to quickly adjust to rapidly-changing demands, and your favorite drugstore beauty brands are next up to help. Courtesy of Coty Coty Inc. — which owns a variety of high-profile beauty brands, including Covergirl, OPI and Sally Hansen — is shifting focus to help combat the global hand sanitizer shortage. The company’s factories in the U.S. and Monaco have already begun producing bottles of hydro-alcohol gel and other factories will begin production this week....
Disney is building something new in California, and no, it’s not a theme park. Today, the company launched a new business called Storyliving by Disney to develop master-planned residential communities. Storyliving by Disney communities will combine small-town charm, resort-inspired beauty, and Disney touches. The first development will be Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney community, and it will be built in Rancho Mirage, California (near Palm Springs) in the Coachella Valley....
A summer sojourn in Italy is unlike any other trip. You’ll spend your days strolling through tiny towns perched on cliffs overlooking picturesque bays, stopping in charming shops and authentic restaurants to indulge in pasta and fresh seafood, and relaxing at beautiful beach clubs. Perhaps nowhere is as charming as Sardinia, an island with more than 1,000 miles of coastline to explore. One of its most iconic hotels, Hotel Cala di Volpe, a Luxury Collection Hotel, epitomizes the unparalleled glamour of the island’s tiny Costa Smeralda....
With its open sandy beaches and one-of-a-kind surf, it’s no wonder why Santa Teresa has been coined a Blue Zone region, where people commonly live to be over a hundred years old. The toned and tanned locals, affectionately called Ticos, commute on dirt bikes and ATVs along pothole-filled dirt roads, and live in houses that defer to palm trees where yards are decorated with fallen coconuts and banana leaves, and the occasional monkey is scaling nearby telephone wires....
The United States may be lifting bans on non-U.S. citizens who were recently in Brazil, Britain, Ireland, and the 26 Schengen European nations, which include France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland, an exclusive report from Reuters this morning says. According to the news service, who spoke to five separate U.S. and airline sources, the plan is moving forward with approval from the White House’s coronavirus task force, as well as other public health and federal agencies, but still needs final approval from the president....
