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For most, the Maldives is the pinnacle of romance with blindingly white sands and impossibly blue waters designed for honeymooners to enjoy. But one resort wants to end that misconception with a brand new package designed for solo travelers looking to treat themselves — majorly. “We have a lot of solo guests who come here to recover,” said Tammy Gan, Gili Lankanfushi’s marketing communications manager. “A lot of people like to come here for a digital detox, to disconnect and just get away from it all....

The words Côte d’Azur, for most travelers, conjure up a distinctive set of mental images. Rosé on a beach. Nightclubs filled with sun-kissed Brigitte Bardot types. Languid afternoons spent lounging on a yacht off the Cap d’Antibes. But there is a side to this region that couldn’t be further removed from the star power of La Croisette — that famous palm-lined boardwalk in Cannes. The French families who summer down here know exactly how to sidestep the glitzy façade, seeking out secret beaches, pine-scented cliff walks, and simple yet spectacular Provençal food....

As the COVID-19 pandemic has made flexibility in travel a non-negotiable, some U.S. airlines have addressed the need in their policies — but there are just In a February analysis conducted by travel search company Next Vacay, findings shared with Travel + Leisure show that major U.S. airlines including American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest meet customers’ demands when it comes to flexibility. The study specifically looked at airlines’ change fees, refund options, flight cancelation policies, and travel insurance options at 10 U....

Coronavirus is changing almost every aspect of our lives, but perhaps none more than the way we work. In March, millions of people around the globe had to instantaneously transition their work lives, going from spending their days in offices to figuring out a work/life balance at home. And for many, working from the couch every day is just not cutting it. Luckily, there are companies like design studio Dutch Invertuals, which created compact office spaces designed to sit in public spaces so people no longer have to stay at home....

Condensing your entire wardrobe down when packing for a trip isn’t always an easy feat, which is why it’s essential to bring versatile pieces with you. This is especially true when it comes to footwear; you want to avoid cumbersome shoes that will take up space in your luggage and embrace multipurpose styles that can serve you just as well for an afternoon of sightseeing as they can for a casual dinner al fresco....

Ready to book a trip to Milan? You can now fly there in style thanks to French airline La Compagnie, which is launching a new nonstop route between the Italian fashion capital and New York on April 15. La Compagnie’s small fleet of Airbus A321s offers all flat-bed business-class seats — just 76 per aircraft — at a much lower price point than many legacy carriers. Passengers are also given lounge access at their departure airport, two checked bags, free Wi-Fi onboard, and gourmet meals during the flight....

Located amidst the magnificent Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument near Bryce Canyon National Park, Yonder Escalante may just be what social distancing dreams are made of. In April, Yonder, a collection of modern hybrid resort concepts designed to provide travelers with a new way to experience America’s most beautiful national parks, announced the opening of its inaugural property in Utah, which comes complete with 20 acres to roam, several accommodation types to choose from, and access to some of the most stunning outdoor destinations of the American West....

This week, Apple announced a range of new products that will delight tech-lovers anywhere. But, there’s one product in particular travelers may want to pick up ASAP: The Airtag. Courtesy of Apple The AirTag may soon become your favorite accessory because it helps you keep track of all those little things that seem to go missing. All you need to do is stick the receiver on the object you want to track (think keys, handbags, remotes, or even passports while traveling) and download Apple’s Find My app, so you can always locate your goods....

While many people may consider Paris the City of Love, perhaps a visit to Lisdoonvarna, a tiny, rural town in County Clare, Ireland, will change their minds. Every fall, the quaint, little town is home to a huge matchmaking festival, where thousands of people flock to find “The One.” This year, the festival started on Aug. 30 and ends Sept. 29. According to Culture Trip, the festival mostly targets rural farmers who don’t have great access to singles bars or Tinder — but it’s been a local tradition for 150 years....

More than 1.5 million travelers passed through U.S. airports on Sunday, marking the most passengers to fly in a day in more than a year. On Sunday, 1.54 million travelers went through security, according to the Transportation Security Administration, the most passengers since March 13, 2020. In fact, Sunday was just one of 12 consecutive days in which the agency has screened more than 1 million travelers. While the numbers are still far below 2019’s passenger traffic, it was the first time anything near these levels has been recorded since the pandemic began....

The Maldives are already known for tropical luxury, but Waldorf Astoria is kicking it up a notch. A stay at the new Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, opening July 1, starts will an airport transfer via the resort’s fleet of private yachts — and that’s just the beginning. The property stretches across three private islands, with 122 villas boasting a beach, reef or overwater location. The overwater villas each have an infinity pool, dining gazebo, and outdoor deck with swinging daybed....

For a brief moment, I forgot where I was. Suddenly stirred awake by a balmy breeze, I slowly became aware of my surroundings: The warm sand below my belly cooling off as I slept, the shade from the boulder I was tucked under moving ever so slightly away from me as the sun went down, and the sound of the Mediterranean waves crashing along the rock and coral-filled shore. Then I realized it; I just woke up from a drool-inducing midday nap in paradise, otherwise known as Milos....

Wonder how charming San Miguel de Allende — a quiet colonial town in Mexico — became the No. 1 city on Earth? This destination wowed Travel + Leisure readers, who propelled it to the top spot in this year’s World’s Best Awards, with its thriving culinary scene and rich culture. During a tour of San Miguel de Allende, you’ll see the World’s Best City Hotel in Mexico, Hotel Matilda, which is equipped with an infinity pool and a 4,700-square-foot hammam....

We’ve all had to make adjustments since the coronavirus pandemic began, but perhaps nobody more so than children. In March, kids were asked to abruptly go from in-person to online learning and now are asked to either continue online or juggle some type of hybrid education. To help them — and their parents — make the most of their time at home, and to bring a little whimsy to their lives again, Airbnb is introducing a new collection of Online Experiences known as Field Trips....

As the airline industry struggled to hang onto passengers during the pandemic, major U.S. airlines reinvented their change fee models to offer more flexibility. While for most booking classes, those changes became permanent, that stipulation did not apply to the lowest-cost flights, often called basic economy fares. Right now, most airline tickets — including those on Alaska, American, Delta, Hawaiian, JetBlue, and United — come with free date changes across all classes, including basic economy....

“You see the Earth from space, and it changes you. It changes your relationship with this planet, with humanity. It’s one Earth,” Bezos said in an Instagram video posted this morning. “I want to go on this flight because it’s a thing I’ve wanted to do all my life. It’s an adventure. It’s a big deal for me.” New Shepard has successfully completed 15 test flights so far, but none have carried any passengers, save for a dummy named Mannequin Skywalker....

Archaeologists may have found the remains of the world’s oldest brewery buried in Egypt. The potentially 5,000-year-old beer factory in the city of Abydos dates back to the reign of King Narmer — around 3100 B.C. — the country’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities confirmed this month in a press release. The brewery “may have been built in this place specifically to supply the royal rituals that were taking place inside the funeral facilities of the kings of Egypt,” archaeologist and mission co-head Matthew Adams of New York University said in a statement, according to The BBC....

After being closed for 18 months, Broadway will welcome theater fans back on Sept. 14, New York’s Gov. Cuomo announced Wednesday. “Broadway shows will be ready to open September 14 at 100% capacity,” Cuomo tweeted. “Tickets go on sale starting tomorrow. Broadway is [a] major part of our state’s identity and economy, and we are thrilled that the curtains will rise again.” The news comes a day after Cuomo announced that theaters could open on May 19....

Any frequent traveler knows how important it is to stay organized while on the go. If you tend to pack on the heavier side because you can’t be without all your favorite travel tech gadgets and their accompanying chargers, a travel organizer is totally worth the investment. And when a new line of super stylish travel pouches, bags, and organizers launches, we can’t help but be instantly obsessed. That’s why we’re completely in love with Dagne Dover’s new Tech Capsule....

Forget novelty mugs and shot glasses boasting iconic Las Vegas signage. There’s a souvenir option that’s just as kitschy, if a little less … expected: a fake wedding photo from “I Got Married in Vegas! Just Kidding.” For $34.95 you can have that iconic “Just Married” snapshot with a fake Elvis officiate and an “authentic looking” wedding certificate. Located right on the Vegas strip outside of Bally’s Las Vegas at Grand Bazaar Shops, it’s a great spot for taking a quick break from gambling and playing some matrimonial dress-up (dresses, veils, and bridal bouquets included)....