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An early evening flight is a New York City nightmare. The idea of getting trapped in rush-hour traffic on the way to the airport strikes fear into the most steadfast hearts. The minutes tick away, your palms start to get sweaty, you contemplate jumping ship and just walking the rest of the way down the highway because it seems faster. But a helicopter company will now let you — quite literally — fly right over the inconvenience....

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. But don’t worry, there’s still time to make some seriously unique travel plans for the long holiday weekend.Families looking for a Thanksgiving gathering unlike any other can come together under the stars in Hawaii as part of a new, over-the-top vacation package offered by Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. Courtesy of Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa The package, aptly named Thanksgiving Under the Stars, allows visitors to bring the whole family together on a four-night getaway on Hawaii’s famed Ka’anapali Beach....

Tokyo will pay nightclubs that volunteer to close amid a spike in COVID-19 cases there, according to reports. The measure comes after Japan’s capitol city reported 243 new cases on Friday, a new daily record, The New York Times noted. Of those, most were recorded among people in their 20s and 30s and may be linked to increased testing at nightclubs — more than 3,000 people were tested in popular nightlife districts, including Shinjuku and Ikebukuro, according to The Guardian....

When you’re surrounded by mountains on all sides as Jackson Hole is, sunsets are events. (Sunsets in Jackson Hole are also events because as soon as the sun disappears the temperature can drop 20 degrees!) As the sun dips behind the Tetons to the west, the mountains marking the eastern boundary of the valley, the Gros Ventres, including its most recognizable summit, Sleeping Indian, glow a pinky-orange-purple that make you question the completeness of Crayola’s colors....

Be careful if you plan to wear an itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny bikini. According to the state-run Philippine News Agency (PNA), a Taiwanese tourist, who was on vacation on Boracay Island with her boyfriend, was apprehended and fined for wearing a string bikini that has been called “inappropriate.” Officials of the Boracay Inter-Agency Management and Rehabilitation Group (BIAMRG) and the Philippine National Police have issued a statement asking tourists to respect local culture and traditions....

As magical destinations go, Bali is definitely up there. There are the awe-inspiring temples in the tens of thousands — literally — and near-daily ceremonies: vivid, multi-sensory and loud, accompanied by chanting and clanging gamelan. Add to that endless beaches trimmed in aquamarine surf, pulsing with relentlessly curling waves topped with dancing surfers. There are miles and miles of verdant rice paddies, terraced so immaculately they’ve become iconic. Plus saturated emerald jungles alive with monkeys and waterfalls....

Weather can be unpredictable. And when you plan your trip months — and sometimes even more than a year — in advance, it’s impossible to anticipate. Cruises are often planned well in advance of the actual trip and, unfortunately, sometimes even the best plans are thwarted. That’s what happened when a group of passengers on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship become irate after bad weather forced them to miss several ports on their European voyage....

A study in contrasts. The Opera House stages more than 1,500 performances a year, attracting nearly 1.25 million people. On the other hand, February’s Mardi Gras pulled in 450,000 just to see the riotous closing parade.RESTAURANTS/FOOD Sydney is a bona fide sophisticated food capital. Current faves: Otto, on the harbor and buzzing with Beautiful People; Longrain, for Thai food and high style; and Banc, classy and supremely well calibrated.PEOPLE That likable accent, the laid-back charm, and a natural approach to service—it’s no wonder our readers rate Sydneysiders tops in the world....

As of 2019, the United States is home to 61 national parks (and 418 national park sites), adding up to hundreds of thousands of acres of the great outdoors to explore. Visiting a national park is a great way to spend a vacation in pretty much every season. Millions of people flock to some of the most popular parks in the nation, including Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and Yosemite National Park, to name a few....

Whether you’re already planning to spend this summer close to home or are planning to get back out on the road, there are plenty of seasonal kitchen must-haves that you’ll want to make sure you have at home or ready to take with you on the go. Once the temperatures heat up and the sun starts to shine more often, you won’t want to be without your favorite water bottle or a high-quality blender for smoothies, for example....

Wine Country | Desert | Seaside | Mountaintop | Gardens | Farms Plus 5 All-Time Classics | For Spa-Lovers | For Nature-Lovers | For Group Getaways | For Golf-Lovers | For Food-Lovers | For History Buffs | For Active Travelers WINE COUNTRY Milliken Creek Inn Napa, CA | Until Copia, the American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts, opened last fall, everything south of Yountville was only a car-window blur for visitors to California wine country....

Editor’s Note: Those who choose to travel are strongly encouraged to check local government restrictions, rules, and safety measures related to COVID-19 and take personal comfort levels and health conditions into consideration before departure. If you could step into the world of your favorite film or television series, would you? Most of us wouldn’t hesitate to answer “yes.” And while there is, of course, no way to magically transport yourself into the movie of your choice, you can visit the real-life locations where several iconic flicks and series were filmed....

In 2019, more people than ever before decided to travel by rail in the United States. Amtrakreported a three percent jump in short distance trips via its ever-popular Northeast Corridor route and a one percent increase in long-distance travel. Though small, it could mark the beginning of a new era for train travel in America. Yes, it seems more and more Americans are becoming wise to the merits of taking the railways instead of flying or driving, but it’s a travel choice Europeans have long known to be the superior option for those wanting to see, taste, and do it all....

Traveling with someone is one of the best ways to really get to know them. If you’re considering taking the next step and turning your significant other, and making them a more permanent travel partner, there are some vacations you should take with them first. It’s a great excuse to get out there and see more of the world with someone you love—and who you’ll hopefully love even more by the time you get home....

An entirely new species of dinosaur was recently discovered in Canada with experts saying it may be one of the oldest tyrannosaur species ever discovered in North America and the first to be found in Canada in 50 years. According to the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology, fossil skull fragments of the tyrannosaur, Thanatotheristes degrootorum, were discovered by a farmer and paleontology enthusiast in the southern part of the province of Alberta while he was hiking near Hays, about 150 miles southeast of Calgary....

There are plenty of features to look for in activewear. You never want to compromise on style, although comfort and durability are also key. The ability for your exercise clothing to wick away moisture and dry quickly is also helpful, especially when you’ll be traveling with it. Luckily, Allbirds just launched a collection of activewear for men and women that you’ll want to wear for all your upcoming athletic activities and outdoor adventures....

Amtrak is helping us make our travel goals of 2020 a reality already by designating train routes throughout the country as buy-one-get-one free, with fares starting as low as $82. The sale, which is valid for tickets purchased now through Jan. 12, allows you to bring someone with you for the cost of only your ticket. While you have to purchase tickets now to get this deal, you can travel from Feb....

Now you can have the perfect book to listen to on your road trip. The GPS navigation app Waze announced recently that Audible, one of the leading audiobook and podcast platforms, has officially joined the app’s Audio Player Program so travelers can easily find their favorite audio content and their driving directions in one place. Waze users with Audible accounts can access their Audible catalogue, including more than 600,000 Audible Originals, audiobooks, podcasts, and other audio programs right from the Waze app’s Audio Player....

You’re staying at home and doing your part to halt the spread of coronavirus. Along with many millions of Americans, you’re heeding the advice or orders of professionals and officials. But right about now, you might be getting a bit tired of TV, books, cleaning closets, or whatever has been occupying your newfound spare time. Museums, performers, chefs, and others have generously created tours, classes, and shows for you to watch....

Few American cities are as quietly captivating as Charleston. I’ve found it’s the type of place that sticks with you for a while after your visit, no matter how short — and I’m certainly not alone in that feeling. It’s one of our editor in chief Jacqui Gifford’s favorite cities to visit. And the South Carolina port city has topped our readers’ list of the best U.S. cities since 2013, even taking the top spot in the world in 2017....