Count down the last moments of 2020 with views over the towering skyline and iconic harbor of Hong Kong — one of the first countries in the world to wave goodbye to this long year — all from the safety of home. While travelers may not be able to hop a flight to the bustling Asian city right now, Hong Kong is bringing the celebration to them with a virtual live countdown starting at 11 p....
Climb to the top of Machu Picchu without leaving your comfy couch. As many people are staying indoors to help combat coronavirus, they’re also finding ways to satisfy their wanderlust. Virtual tours of museums, national parks, tourist attractions, and even curated “trips” to destinations are all great ways to explore the world. If you’re aching to get into the great outdoors, enjoy delicious food, and explore some ancient wonders, you can’t go wrong with Peru....
Los Angeles suspended all in-person dining at restaurants and bars as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations continued to rise in the county, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. The order, set to go into effect on Wednesday at 10 p.m., will restrict restaurants, breweries, wineries, and bars to take-out or delivery for at least three weeks. The decision came as Los Angeles County recorded a five-day average of 4,097 new cases, above the threshold established to restrict in-person dining....
Travel may not be feasible right now, but destinations are planning for the future and putting cleaning measures in place so they’re ready to welcome visitors when the time comes. The beachy paradise of Los Cabos, at the tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula, will be ready for vacationers seeking surf and sand while ensuring they’re safe with its “Clean Point” quality certification, the Los Cabos Tourism Board told Travel + Leisure....
Discover Puerto Rico is inviting wanderlusters and animal lovers alike to make a small donation in exchange for a major gesture: adopting a coquí frog. “The coquí, an endemic amphibian on the Island, enchants the forest at night with its peculiar song that sounds the same as its name (‘co-kee’),” Discover Puerto Rico explained of the creature. 7 Best Places to Buy a Vacation Home in Puerto Rico The tourism organization shared more fun facts about the frog to entice donors, including the fact that males attempt to attract females using their song....
Some MacBook Pro lovers might have to leave their beloved laptop at home for the time being. According to USA Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has banned certain recalled MacBook Pro models due to potentially dangerous battery packs. Certain older generation, 15-inch MacBook Pros are no longer allowed on flights in either carry-on or checked bags. The issue stems from older battery packs which can overheat – leading to smoke, fire, or other dangers that might occur while flying....
Los Angeles and San Diego have a lot to offer visitors, but there’s a lesser-known wine-country gem between them begging to be explored. California’s Temecula Valley belongs on any wine-lover’s itinerary, and wine writer and content creator Noël Burgess explores it all in this episode of Walk With T+L. Located 16 miles from the ocean, Akash Winery receives a warm sea breeze that translates deliciously into the varieties of wine they make, from cabernets to zinfandels....
Love him or hate him, Justin Bieber has influence. And sometimes that influence can have unintentionally negative results. In late 2015, he shot his “I’ll Show You” music video in a little-known canyon in southeast Iceland. Four years later, the Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon closed all public paths to the area after it became clear that the increased foot traffic was destroying its fragile vegetation, according to Lonely Planet. Lola L. Falantes/Getty Images...
As LGBT tourism continues to grow, travel-planning app and website Gogobot just announced its 2016 top destinations where the specialized sector is expanding. Atlanta topped the list this year beating out Minneapolis and Boston—Dubai even cracked the top 10 briefly before being removed considering homosexuality is illegal in the region. “Gogobot’s LGBT Tribe is exploring exciting new spots that transcend traditional LGBT travel destinations like Miami, San Francisco, and Provincetown,” Krista Canfield, Gogobot’s Getaway Expert told Travel + Leisure via email....
People are eager to get back to “normal” after over a year of COVID-19 restrictions, but some activities will require some extra testing to make sure they’re safe. In the UK, music promoter Festival Republic, in collaboration with the British government and Culture Liverpool, will be testing out a non-social distanced, outdoor music festival at Sefton Park in Liverpool on May 2, according to CNN. With over 5,000 people expected to attend without requiring masks or distancing, the concert could provide crucial data about how much longer the world might have to go without big gatherings....
A sleep solutions company is looking for the perfect candidate to literally do their job in their sleep. Wakefit — a Bangalore-based company that also sells mattresses and pillows — is hiring a “Sleep Intern” to participate in the company’s study of sleep patterns and come up with creative products and solutions to help people sleep better. For anyone who loves to sleep, this is truly the ultimate dream job (in a way, literally)....
Air Canada will no longer greet “ladies and gentlemen” or “mesdames et messieurs” aboard its aircraft. In an effort to be more gender inclusive, the Canadian airline has eliminated gendered nouns from its scripted greetings and will instead welcome “everybody” or “tout le monde” aboard flights. “We work hard to make sure all employees feel like valued members of the Air Canada family, while ensuring our customers are comfortable and respected when they choose to travel with us,” a spokesman for the airline told CTV News....
If you’re stuck on Mother’s Day gifts this year, you can’t go wrong with a pair of comfy shoes. Your mom (or any loved one who could use a fun and functional addition to their wardrobe) will surely appreciate some new footwear they can wear everyday, while exercising, or for an upcoming trip. To make scouring the internet easier, we’ve rounded up our favorite sneaker brands that make supportive, stylish shoes that are easy on your feet while adding an element of interest to your outfit....
Every day is a good day to shop from brands and companies with diverse ownership, but during Black History Month, the idea of supporting Black-owned businesses is especially top of mind. And in the outdoor industry, where diversity is often lacking, these companies are making a name — and space — for themselves. Spotlight on Black Travel Here are some of the best Black-owned outdoor brands and companies you can shop from today....
Before you get overly excited at the prospect of a Super Pink Moon, we have some bad news: It probably won’t be super pink. But that doesn’t make it any less spectacular. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s Super Pink Moon, including when to see it, how it got its name, and what’s so “super” about it. If it’s not pink, why is it called the Pink Moon?...
Airports often leave us frazzled, running from one terminal to another to make our next flight — or regretting the decision to fly at all after a long and uncomfortable security line. So, if you have ever felt the need to do a little deep breathing or stretch into a lotus pose to calm any travel-related stress, we understand. So do airports, which are increasingly offering yoga rooms to flyers — safe spaces where they can stretch, meditate, and relax....
Nantucket is about to get a whole lot more fun this summer thanks to the opening of its newest hotel, Faraway. Slated for opening in June 2021, Faraway, its creators at Blue Flag Partners say, is a “new lifestyle, boutique hotel brand” that fuses together old traditions with updated and sophisticated hospitality offerings. “Faraway has always reflected what we thought was lacking from the hotel scene in one of our favorite places in the world,” Jason Brown, partner at Blue Flag Partners, shared in a statement....
In November, Banyan Tree officially opened the doors to its latest offering for those seeking a wellness experience unlike any other. Located in the historic city of Puebla, Mexico, the new Banyan Tree Puebla takes over the old Azul Talavera Hotel. The new spot now offers 78 stunning rooms that all celebrate Mexican culture, history, and cuisine. “Banyan Tree Puebla showcases the best of Mexican culture through the architectural elements, traditional and contemporary artwork, and colorful crafts such as the renowned Talavera Poblana found throughout the property,” a spokesperson said in a statement provided to Travel + Leisure....
Disney World’s “The Hall of Presidents” will reopen in August with its newest addition, an animatronic replica of Joe Biden, complete with the president’s signature aviator sunglasses. Courtesy of Walt Disney World The newest addition to the attraction includes a recitation of the presidential oath of office Biden recorded for the attraction, according to Disney, as well as a table full of appropriate props like the classic specs and peach blossoms representing Biden’s home state of Delaware....
While Christmas markets date back more than 500 years in Europe, two West Coast cities have started their version in the last decade, carving out their own brand of community traditions that pay homage to the German-style holiday festivities. Cambria Pines Lodge plans to bring back its Cambria Christmas Market on California’s Central Coast from Nov. 26 through Dec. 23, while Oregon Garden Resort will host the Silverton Christmas Market most nights from Nov....
