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There’s hot yoga, goat yoga, and bubble yoga, but what about yoga in the sky? Luckily, you actually don’t need to fly in order to do it. But it’s recommended that you don’t have a fear of heights. Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, has teamed up with Equinox Hudson Yards for a yoga experience that’s “sky high.” Now that the observation deck is officially open, yoga enthusiasts can purchase tickets to this unique fitness event series....

Feeling cooped up, but not ready or able to take a full-on vacation? Enter the staycation, which offers a refreshing break from monotony without straying far from home (or, in some cases, leaving home at all). With a little creativity, it’s amazing how much you can break up your routine and free yourself from the rut of your usual surroundings. From playing tourist in your own city to camping in your backyard, read on for 11 of the best staycation ideas to plan anytime....

As a shopping editor who primarily writes about travel products, I’d like to think I know a thing or two about the best gear when it comes to suitcases, travel accessories, versatile, packable clothing, and more. And since travel is gradually returning in full force, this holiday season is the perfect time to give your loved ones the gift of convenience, organization, and style for their next trip. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite travel gear that would make great gifts this year, including luggage, handbags, and travel-sized beauty products....

European countries continue to relax pandemic restrictions for American travelers this summer. Spain lifted its COVID-19 vaccination mandate for U.S. visitors on June 24, paving the way for all Americans to visit without needing to test or quarantine. U.S. travelers will have to continue to fill out a health questionnaire, which can be done electronically ahead of their trip. Those completing the document will receive a QR code to show when arriving in Spain....

As any self-respecting Parisian will assert, true style is wholly individual and not to be influenced by trends or others’ tastes. It’s a tenet embodied by this year’s list of the best hotels in Paris — each one distinctive in its personality. From boutique hotels to grande dames, the properties that T+L readers chose as the best hotels in Paris are examples of the city’s distinctive style at its best....

While Broadway theatres gradually start to reopen, it’s possible to get a taste of the best of the Great White Way a bit early this month thanks to a new costume exhibit opening in Times Square. “Showstoppers! Spectacular Costumes from Stage & Screen” opened on Wednesday and is “an immersive maze featuring more than 100 of the industry’s most beautiful and complex garments” from stage and screen. Visitors will be able to get up-close to some of the most iconic costumes in entertainment history, including “Hamilton,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Lion King,” “The Marvelous Mrs....

Delta Air Lines is preparing to hire its new class of 2020 flight attendants. The airline is looking to hire 1,000 new flight attendants for training, beginning next year. In order to apply, candidates should be eligible to work in the U.S., at least 21 years old by Jan. 1, 2020, have fluent English and current travel documents. Courtesy of Delta Airlines But if you want to make your application stand out even more, Delta is specifically looking for candidates who are bilingual (specifically in Czech, Danish, Dutch, French, Greek, German, Italian, Japanese or Korean, in addition to English)....

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… for Disney Cruise Line, at least. Summer may be in full swing, but the family-friendly cruise line is looking ahead to next year’s Halloween and Christmas sailings with magical celebrations, the company shared with Travel + Leisure. To start, Disney will celebrate “Halloween on the High Seas” with cruises from mid-September 2022 through October, inviting guests to dress up in their spookiest costumes for Mickey’s Mouse-querade Party....

If you’ve been having trouble sleeping recently, you’re not alone. According to a survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 56 percent of adults in the United States are suffering from pandemic-induced sleep disturbances. Additionally, “51 percent reported using medication, over-the-counter supplements, or other substances to help them fall asleep, while 68 percent of those using sleep aids acknowledged that they’ve been using them more frequently during the pandemic.”...

Nicaragua’s rise to the top of your must-visit list is inevitable, with its colorful colonial towns, unspoiled beaches with world-class surfing, and pristine Lake Nicaragua, sprinkled with tiny islands. With 19 active volcanoes in a chain running northwest to southeast, a visit to Central America’s largest country must include a climb or two, along with a sandboarding adventure. Thrill-seekers and adventurers head to Cerro Negro in the middle of the Maribios Volcano mountain range....

If you’ve never sniffed the mountain air — or heard the door of a centuries-old Colonial home creak — in the Berkshires, then you are, without a doubt, missing out on something magical. This western region of Massachusetts abounds with historic charm and wholesome outdoor activities, and there’s one land conservation organization that offers both by the bundle. The Trustees, short for the Trustees of Reservations, conserves more than 100 properties, from tracts of land to historical homes, across Massachusetts....

Until recently, the cheapest way to fly was to research all the different options on several different websites, buy separate tickets with low-cost airlines, and make your own luggage transfers through connecting airports. But it could be hard to figure out the right connections and a simple flight delay or cancellation could really throw off your plans. Now flight search companies, low-cost airlines, and airports are making it easier to find cheap tickets with no-hassle connections....

Located off the coast of mainland Croatia is the island of Hvar — and if its idyllic location in the Adriatic Sea isn’t enticing enough, the island also boasts a wine scene that pre-dates the arrival of the Ancient Greeks. You can find wineries throughout the island, but if you’re seeking a unique adventure, you’ll have to hop on a boat. Through their Waves and Wines tour, local company Hvar Wine Tours delivers half-day excursions that combine a mix of wine tasting and swimming in the Adriatic Sea....

This winter, whether you’re exercising at home, venturing out on a hiking expedition, or just lounging around the house, there’s never been a more appropriate time for leggings to be a key element of your wardrobe. After scoring a deal during Girlfriend Collective’s Black Friday sale, I’ve been testing out two pairs of leggings from the brand, and I can’t recommend them enough — I’ll likely head back to the site soon to add a few more colors to my collection....

So, you’d like to channel your inner Princess Grace on your next getaway? We don’t blame you. Allow us to suggest the Princess Grace Suite (from €30,000 to €40,000 per night) booked via Edge Retreats, a global luxury vacation rental platform. Courtesy of Edge Retreats Located at the resplendent Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo in Monaco, no design aspect is overlooked in this 5,059-square-foot, two-bedroom suite with 4,736 square feet of outdoor space....

At 1.6 million acres, it’s the largest national monument in the contiguous U.S. — and it’s almost entirely empty. Protected by President Obama in 2016 after a 20-year effort to protect this vast area, Mojave Trails National Monument in southeastern California is an untouched wilderness of mountains, volcanic spires, dunes, wetlands, Joshua tree woodlands, petroglyphs and the longest remaining undeveloped stretch of Route 66. Courtesy of Conservation Lands Foundation It’s also home to some of the last remaining inky-black, starry skies....

After what felt like a lifetime of lockdowns and restrictions, the world is finally open-ish. Many destinations are still closed to Americans and others are working through what it means to welcome international travelers in a newly vaccinated and unvaccinated world. Unlike the rest of the world, Mexico has always been open to Americans and the past year saw travelers flocking to the sandy shores of Cancun, Riviera Maya, and Tulum....

Good news: Cyber Weekend is still very much in effect, which means there are so many incredible deals out there for the taking. One sale not to be missed is from Toms, the socially conscious footwear brand that donates a pair of shoes to those in need every time a pair is sold. We love supporting this forward-thinking, charitable brand, and now that everything is 35 percent off sitewide, it’s time to stock up on comfy slip-on shoes, stylish boots, and unique sneakers for the whole family....

Hotel artwork is certainly an interesting breed. While many high-end resorts go out of their way to procure one-of-a-kind pieces, the chains tend to have a more paint-by-the-numbers feel to them. Yet one popular hotel brand is celebrating its often overlooked gems by holding an art show. Super 8 and comedian Amy Sedaris will host When The Art Comes Down: Works from The Super 8 Collection on May 4 during the height of New York City’s high-end Frieze art fair....

The right hotel is a cornerstone of an unforgettable vacation. It’s the details that stay with you: the pressed Egyptian cotton sheets, the expertly mixed nightcap in the lobby bar, the always-attentive concierge who somehow gets impossible-to-get reservations, the restorative hot-stone massage — en suite, for good measure. Moments like these are what inform the T+L 500 — our directory of the most trusted, best-loved hotels as voted by you, our discerning readers....