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As far as 2020 travel goes this year is all about domestic getaways. Though at first glance that may feel like you’re being deprived of something, that emotion quickly dissipates when you realize that means you get to travel to places like Castle Hot Springs in Arizona. In October 2019, Castle Hot Springs reopened its doors for the first time in 43 years, welcoming guests to a true wellness retreat. It sadly had to shutter its doors once again due to the coronavirus, however, it’s preparing to welcome travelers again soon....

As several of Broadway’s biggest shows have abruptly canceled performances due to COVID-19, The Broadway League is keeping tabs for ticketholders. Theatergoers that have tickets for a Broadway show within the coming weeks, will want to bookmark this website with up-to-date information on each show scheduled to take place over Christmas and New Year’s weeks. Audiences should also continue to check their show’s websites for the most up-to-date information regarding performances....

Do you hear the drums echoing tonight? In the middle of the Namib Desert, Toto’s “Africa” — the song that launched a thousand karaoke sessions — is playing. It is playing right now. And it will keep playing until the end of time. Multimedia artist Max Siedentopf has installed six speakers somewhere in the Namib Desert in southern Africa. The six speakers play all four minutes and 56 seconds of Toto’s seminal work on repeat....

Travelers are once again able to marvel at the breathtaking General Sherman tree in person as California’s Sequoia National Park continued to reopen over the weekend following devastating wildfires earlier this year. The opening of the Giant Forest comes about a month after the park first started welcoming visitors back on a limited basis, according to the National Park Service. Before Sunday, the Giant Forest had been closed since mid-September when the KNP Complex Fire swept through the area, burning more than 88,000 acres....

If you’ve ever examined your boarding pass, you’ve probably noticed several different groups of numbers scattered all over it. You’ve probably even thought they could mean something important — and you would be correct. Turns out each and every number on your boarding pass communicates something different to your TSA agent or cabin crew all along your journey. With the help of travel company Boxever, consider your boarding pass decoded....

While plenty of people are waiting out the coronavirus pandemic in their hometowns, some — particularly digital nomads and employees toiling under liberal remote work policies — are are taking advantage of discount plane tickets and relocating to countries around the world. However, seeing the world, let alone moving abroad, during a pandemic requires careful research. Not only do you have to consider which countries are accepting U.S. citizens, but you must also take into account factors like health care, the nation’s response to COVID-19, the culture, and more....

Despite its proximity to the world-famous Naschmarkt and Belvedere Palace, Vienna’s Wieden district has never been a big draw for travelers. But the tiny neighborhood left an outsize impression on me after I visited last fall. The hotel Das Triest, originally designed by Terence Conran in 1995, recently added 49 über-stylish rooms outfitted with Philippe Starck floor lamps and black-and-white wall panels by artist Esther Stocker. Later this summer, Mooons opens across the street from the Central Train Station with 170 budget-friendly, design-forward rooms, plus a rooftop terrace and a courtyard garden....

Thanks to a new collaboration between fitness empire Equinox and the American Ballet Theatre (ABT), dancers, fitness enthusiasts, or even fans of the ballet can learn a few tips in a new dance class offered at the gym. On Nov. 1, Equinox will launch a first-of-its-kind partnership with ABT that will give members a look into the world of professional ballet — going beyond some light stretches and a plié or two....

Whether you’re preparing for your next vacation with colorful island designs or adding the flavors of the Caribbean to your home pantry, here are eight brands that you can shop online to channel the spirit of the islands — from Barbados to the BVIs. Banz Courtesy of Banz Show your Bajan pride (even from afar) with Banz, a jewelry line that lets visitors and locals alike remember Barbados with a stylish memento....

Roller coaster fans: start planning your vacations, because 2020 is going to be a big year. Thrillseekers and daredevils alike will find plenty to look forward to this year, when some of the biggest and best roller coasters debut at amusement parks across the country. Major records are being shattered at multiple locations, and with faster-than-ever speeds, multiple launches, and staggering drops, there’s more airtime than you’ll be able to handle on the horizon....

When it comes to comfortable sneakers, who better to turn to for advice than medical professionals who are on their feet all day? That was the thought process behind the footwear brand Bala, which collaborated with nurses to create a pair of sneakers that are supportive enough to get them through 12-hour shifts. Since launching in 2020, the comfy shoe brand has become a fan favorite among nurses, students, and travelers alike, thanks to the sleek design elements and high-tech features that the Bala Twelve Sneakers boast....

A night at a Boston beer bar can be a comprehensive learning experience, with talented bartenders who engage their patrons and help keep this city on the map as a beer destination. Many know the inner workings of every brew on tap (in some cases, over a hundred) and can lay down the details on ingredients, brewing methods, and flavor profiles. From experimental American craft beers to sought-after German lagers and Belgian ales, you’ll feel like an experienced beer sommelier before the night is over....

With every summer comes new fashion and footwear launches, and although last year involved mostly loungewear and house shoes, we’re excited to finally see some exciting seasonal drops that we can actually wear out in public, and, dare we say, on vacation. This includes a new release from one of our favorite footwear brands, Birdies, which is perhaps best known for its stylish yet ultra-comfortable flats. Just in time for warm weather, the brand has launched a slip-on sandal that you’ll want to pack on every trip this summer, as well as incorporate into your daily wardrobe....

Last summer, I began searching for a pair of comfortable sandals that were as easy to throw on as flip-flops, but nicer. I’d always been a fan of the classic Birkenstock Arizona style, which features two big-buckled straps across the top of the foot, but I didn’t want to spend $100 on sandals. That’s when I found the rubbery version of the Arizona Birkenstocks for just $45. I ordered a pair in black, and I’ve been in love with them ever since....

As its name reveals, Burt’s Bees Aloe and Coconut Oil After-Sun Soother contains two main ingredients known for their hydrating properties: aloe vera and coconut oil. Even better, the lotion is made without potentially harmful ingredients, including parabens, phthalates, and SLS. To buy: amazon.com, $8 (originally $12) To use the lotion, all you have to do is apply it to your face and body after sun exposure. Not only does it deeply moisturize your skin, but it also absorbs quickly, so it provides sunburn relief without leaving your skin feeling sticky....

If getting away from it all for a while sounds like a dream then Camp Sarika is here to serve you. On July 1, Camp Sarika by Amangiri will open its doors to a camping experience like no other. Nestled in the midst of 1,483 acres of wilderness in the middle of the Utah desert, Camp Sarika holds a maximum of 30 guests in 10 tented pavilions, meaning you’ll get to have all that space nearly to yourself....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey closed on March 2, just before widespread stay-at-home orders were implemented as a result of COVID-19. The results reflect our readers’ experiences before the pandemic, but we hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your trips to come — whenever they may be. The cities of Europe have — for a multitude of reasons and in a multitude of ways — long been favorites of U....

Delta Air Lines is getting in the spooky spirit by adding 13 new scary (and not-so-scary) movies and shows just in time for Halloween, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure. The airline’s “Spotlight Spooky Collection” features a mix of new releases and classics, allowing customers to get a thrill at 30,000 feet in the air. The movies and TV shows are available through the airline’s Delta Studio entertainment system, which can be viewed in-flight on seat-back screens....

A year after going dark, the Las Vegas Strip is ready to turn on the lights, and BonusFinder wants to pay you to experience it all. In May, BonusFinder, an online gambling website, announced it’s on the hunt for a very special employee to send to Las Vegas and review hotels, casinos, and activities. “As we head into Spring and Summer of 2021, the team at BonusFinder are offering the ultimate dream job for those who love Las Vegas and love playing casino games,” reps for the company said in a statement....

The European Union announced on Tuesday that it will open its borders to more than a dozen non-EU countries starting July 1, not including the United States as the country’s battle with COVID-19 continues. According to The Associated Press, non-essential travel can resume from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay. Additionally, the European Union approved China could be added to the list with the condition that China confirms European citizens could enter their country as well....