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Assigned seating may be in Southwest’s future, the airline’s incoming CEO said at a virtual town hall this week. The airline, long known for its unique way of doing things, does not currently assign seats but instead gives passengers a boarding group and reserved boarding number when they check in. However, incoming CEO Robert Jordan, who was previously the airline’s executive vice president and will officially take the reins in February, said it may be time for a change....

The Graduate Nashville hotel already made a big splash earlier this year with the unveiling of its Dolly Parton-themed rooftop bar and restaurant. And now fans of the Tennessean singer can celebrate the holiday season with a special stay in the Dolly-inspired 9 to 5 Suite, which comes with extra perks and Christmas decor. From now through the end of December, guests can book the Dolly Christmas package and enjoy a stay in this spacious, specially decorated suite, complete with ’60s-, ’70s-, and ’80s-influenced glam....

After a one-year hiatus, the Monaco Yacht Show, one of the industry’s flagship events, returned this week. The show is where yacht brokers and builders showcase their latest and greatest yachts, and prospective buyers and charterers spend their days traipsing between the yachts, planning their next purchase or vacation. There were several impressive new yachts on display, including the absolutely stunning Tatiana from IYC. Tatiana just debuted this year and is now available for charter....

If you’re wanting to refresh your wardrobe for spring, J.Crew is a one-stop shop for fashion essentials. Whether you’re looking for layerable tops, ultra-soft sweaters, or a new pair of jeans, the brand has you covered. And right now, J.Crew is offering an extra 60 percent off sale items when you use the code SHOPNOW at checkout, so now’s the perfect time to shop to score impressive deals on already discounted items....

“You’re our first American guest!” multiple staff members at the new Baglioni Resort Sardinia told me excitedly as I entered. It was mid-June, and the resort, on the Italian island’s northeastern coast, had only been open for two weeks. Italy, meanwhile, had only been allowing American travelers to enter without quarantine (and with strict COVID safety requirements) for four. The anticipation was palpable on both sides of the check-in desk....

If you’re a habitual coffee drinker, you’re probably accustomed to finding a local coffee shop in the city you’re exploring to grab your favorite beverage. Alternatively, you can bring your own portable coffee maker to your destination. Luckily for you, we found six single-serve and compact coffee makers that are ready to take on your next trip. These Coffee Subscription Services Let You Try Blends From Around the World There are plenty of single-serve coffee makers out there, including pour-over drippers, manual espresso machines, and even cold brew makers....

Whether you like to take in the sites by riding a bike outside or prefer taking an at-home spin class on a stationary bike, avid riders know how essential having a comfortable bike seat is to get through long, grueling rides. If your current seat is no longer cutting it, you may want to give the Bikeroo Oversized Bike Seat a try. Shoppers also love how easy it is to install, with most saying it took less than five minutes to attach it to their bike....

The Dunphys and Pritchetts are going to Paris. According to Instagram photos posted by cast members of “Modern Family,” it looks like the cast of the beloved sitcom is filming in Paris this week. Sofia Vergara, who plays Gloria Delgado on the sitcom, has been posting all kinds of fun photos on this special-set location. The sitcom star also took some time to galavant through the city with her husband Joe Manganiello....

Frequent travelers know that packing your toiletries requires a lot of consideration. After all, the last thing you want is to be miles away from home without your essentials. One beauty staple that is oftentimes overlooked on packing lists is root touch-up products, which can be used to refresh your hair color in between salon visits. However, most formulas aren’t exactly travel-friendly, since many come in aerosol spray cans and loose powders....

If you’re looking to spend a day jumping into pits of foam and doing blackflips with complete strangers, head to Scotland. Rutherglen, about a 10-minute drive from Glasgow, is opening the world’s largest trampoline area on April 11. Not only will it have the expected trampoline floors and pits of foam, but it will also be home to the country’s first-ever Ninja Warrior course. The space covers about 63,000 square feet, and will feature a parkour space, an area specifically for jumpers under the age of seven, and a sports bar....

Michelin stars are the Holy Grail of the culinary world. There are currently only 136 restaurants in the world that have been awarded three Michelin stars, a distinction that, according to the guide, demonstrates “exceptional cuisine worth a special journey.” So, for foodies willing to plan a trip to a far-flung locale just to score a reservation at one of these fine-dining establishments, a recent survey ranked the Michelin-starred restaurants with the best value (considering both reviews and the prices associated with Michelin three-star restaurants)....

With temperatures dipping on the East Coast, now seems like the perfect time to plan your next island getaway. If you’re craving some seriously idyllic views of the Caribbean paired with high-end amenities, we’ve got just the right property for you. Courtesy of Oil Nut Bay Oil Nut Bay, the luxury resort on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, recently added four stunning villas to its roster of high-end accommodations....

How bad does an Airbnb have to be to get zero bookings? It turns out, the bar is extremely low. YouTubers in the UK, Rhys Simmons and Jamie Kamaz (also known as Passion Squad) set out to create the world’s worst Airbnb mostly as a joke, but were surprised when people actually wanted to book it, according to Lonely Planet. Inspired by the Null Stern hotel in Switzerland, which features fully outdoor accommodations, Simmons and Kamaz ended up setting a mattress, as well as sheets and pillows, under a tree in a field in North London, The Independent reported....

Rock climbing at any age is no easy feat, but Dierdre Wolownick recently decided to up the ante in celebration of her 70th birthday — and broke her own record — by becoming the oldest woman to scale Yosemite National Park’s El Capitan. As the mother of renowned climber Alex Honnold, Wolownick is accustomed to media coverage focused on her son. Now, she’s making headlines of her own after picking up rock climbing in her 60s as a way to connect with Honnold....

Many of us would love to live in a castle that looks like it’s straight out of a fairytale. And now, that dream can become a reality. An adorable pink castle located Cornhill, just north of the Cairngorms National Park in Scotland, is on the market, Insider reported. The Castle of Park dates back to 1242, but was later rebuilt in the 16th century (and allegedly was once the home of Robert the Bruce)....

There’s a new way to see the world at Istanbul’s airport — and you don’t have to board a plane to do it. Turkish Airlines has launched a virtual flight simulator — named the Hezarfen Flight Simulator Experience after Hezarfen Ahmed Çelebi, the first person to take flight in Turkish aviation history — that will take travelers high above Istanbul, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure. Travelers can access the flight simulator in the CIP Business Lounge at Istanbul Airport....

Sometimes there’s just nothing left for you to do but dance. The government shutdown recently caused aggravation at airports around the country. Katie Gould, a law student, found herself stranded at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport. “I actually missed my flight because security was so long,” Gould told Travel + Leisure. “I’m used to Hartsfield-Jackson security being busy, but this was more than usual for the time of day. They had less TSA agents than they normally do, so I assumed the shut down had something to do with it....

As the world adjusts to the “new normal” in the wake of COVID-19, companies are developing innovative ways to integrate face mask mandates seamlessly into everyday life. Some are developed for extra comfort, some transform into a neck scarf, others have nifty technological features like translation software. And now there’s a face mask that comes with a battery-powered air purifier inside. The PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier, debuted by LG last week, is built with two fans, one on either side of the face, that circulate purified air into the mask....

The largest private island in the Maldives can now be all yours for a wellness getaway unlike any other. Sprawled across 32,000 square meters in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Ithaafushi — The Private Island by Waldorf Astoria Maldives offers luxury experiences that know no bounds. This begins before guests even arrive, thanks to a 40-minute private yacht ride to the island. During this time, visitors will be greeted by a personal concierge who remains on hand to attend to every whim....

April was Autism Acceptance Month in the U.S., and if the name sounds slightly different, that’s because it is. In 2022, The Autism Society of America announced the small but important name change (from Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance). “Awareness is knowing that somebody has autism,” Christopher Banks, president and CEO of The Autism Society of America, told USA Today. “Acceptance is when you include [a person with autism] in your activities....