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Tinseltown may be the center of the film industry, but it’s not the best city for film lovers, according to a new study. In a recent ranking conducted by price comparison site Money.co.uk, the award for best city for movie buffs goes to London with a score of 9.75 out of a possible 10 for its wide array of movie entertainment. Factors that contributed to the ranking included total number of cinemas, number of film tours available, the number of filming locations, and film festivals....

No matter your taste in vacations, an unforgettable trip across the Atlantic should be at the top of every traveler’s bucket list. But if some European wanderlusting sans the crowds and tourist traps is what you’re dreaming of, a stay at Belmond Reid’s Palace in Funchal, Portugal could be the trip of a lifetime. And when you book a stay at the luxe clifftop resort through Five Star Alliance, the travel site will throw in a few extra perks to make your experience even more memorable, if you can believe that....

As any native Southerner will tell you, the dreamy, soft-focus version of the region shown in photographs — all Spanish moss and stately mansions and gravity-defying biscuits at every meal — doesn’t often match up with reality. Except, that is, in Charleston, which is exactly as charming as photos imply. From the candy-colored houses of Rainbow Row to the jewel-box shops of King Street, this little city is full of treasures to discover....

Even though chef Marcus Samuelsson has restaurants all over the world, he says diversity in food can be found just outside your door. “Think about what we’ve learned through other cultures that are not our own through food — all those mom-and-pops,” chef Marcus told Travel + Leisure. “I’m not from an Indian background, but going into an Indian restaurant or Vietnamese restaurant has taught me something about these cultures in this country, and it’s the same with African-American culture....

Want to see a western lowland gorilla without having to venture halfway across the world and navigate all the Covid restrictions that would entail? Just head to Cleveland. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo just welcomed its first-ever baby gorilla. Courtesy of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Born at the zoo on Oct. 26, the adorable addition, a male, weighed in at a whopping three pounds and is expected to nurse for about three years, according to the zoo....

A trip to Disney World is both a thrilling and expensive-sounding proposition. However, this week, Disney unveiled its latest ticket offering, which not only allows guests to save a little bit of cash but allows them to see more of the theme park, too. Disney’s new Four-Park Magic Ticket is now available for purchase and will allow visitors to see all four of Disney World’s parks for just $89 a day....

England and Scotland are once again in lockdown. On Monday evening, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a new national lockdown for England in an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19, The Associated Press reported. The lockdown, he noted, will last until at least mid-February. “I completely understand the inconvenience and distress this change will cause millions of people and parents up and down the country,” Johnson said in his announcement....

Henry David Thoreau was a prolific American writer and naturalist. What we might consider “stunt journalism” today, Thoreau spent more than two years living alone in the woods near Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts. The experience incited within him a new appreciation for the natural world, and it inspired his teachings of ethical living. These Jack Kerouac Quotes Will Convince You to Get ‘On the Road’ and Leave It All Behind...

Those hoping to age with grace and dignity may want to think about where they will live out their golden years. And a new report from Caring.com has a suggestion: Utah. On Wednesday, the site released its annual list of best and worst states for senior living, which took into account nursing home costs, elderly well-being assessments, affordability, overall quality of care, the site’s own senior living community reviews, and more to come up with a comprehensive view of growing old across the U....

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. Searching for a sunny, secluded vacation spot abounding with outdoor and romantic adventures that you can also visit without submitting to a mandatory two-week quarantine upon arrival or return? St. Lucia, a Caribbean destination with nonstop flights from eight major U....

For as long as I can remember, travel has always been a way to hold a mirror up to my surroundings, an attempt to locate myself in the wider world. As a child I was lucky enough to experience family holidays in Europe: Long, languid summers in Ireland with wet walks through glossy fields with my Irish mother, sandcastle building on beach-trips in cold and clear waters with my British father and milky-skinned brother....

California locals know that the end of winter is the best time to visit theme parks. January and February bring smaller crowds, shorter waits, and cheaper tickets — but this season also brings an exciting celebration vacationers don’t often take notice of. Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood go all out for Lunar New Year, filling the parks with stunning decor, themed experiences, and traditional entertainment — all with a friendly and familiar twist....

Prince Harry has been one busy man as of late. The royal welcomed his son, Master Archie, into the world earlier this month, but wasted little time getting back to work. And for Harry, that includes jet-setting around the globe to various appearances. Though it sounds glamorous, it turns out Harry doesn’t travel in the luxurious way you’d expect for a monarch. According to one eagle-eyed fan, Prince Harry flew commercial from Rome to London last week just like a normal human being....

Condor, a German leisure airline, debuted its new livery this week with plenty of internet buzz— the airline’s planes will now be painted in bold, graphic stripes to resemble classic beach towels, parasols, and chairs. “Condor is vacation and Condor is unmistakable - like our new design, with which we are now launching into the future,” Ralf Teckentrup, CEO of Condor, said in a statement. “Our new trademark are stripes, our figurative mark stands for our origin and the colors for diversity....

A new regional airline is launching this month from Reno, Nev., and it’s kicking off with 8 west coast routes. Background: shunli zhao/Getty Images; Plane: Courtesy of aha! The new airline, aha!, will fly from Reno-Tahoe International Airport starting Oct. 24, according to the carrier, offering direct service to cities like Bakersfield, Calif., and Eugene/Springfield, Ore. to start. The new venture is part of ExpressJet Airlines and calls itself the company’s “‘air-hotel-adventure’ leisure brand....

California’s Disneyland has been closed since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But that hasn’t stopped one man from riding the Matterhorn roller coaster. From his backyard. Sean LaRochelle from Napa, California decided to use his lockdown time pursuing an unique interest. He recreated Disneyland’s two-story Matterhorn roller coaster in his family’s backyard. LaRochelle began construction of the coaster in March and finished it in July. “They talk about all the negatives of COVID, but one of the benefits of COVID is you have all this time and you realize you know, what can I be doing with all this time?...

The Best Luggage Brands for Every Budget The Travelpro Crew Versapack Softside Expandable Spinner Wheel Suitcase is made from durable high-density ballistic nylon fabric with a coating that protects the bag from stains and abrasions. The bag measures 25.25 x 17.75 x 9.75 inches with an additional two inches of expandable packing space, which is perfect if you intend to shop while traveling. It comes with two exterior zippered pockets that keep essentials secure yet within reach, as well as a water-resistant pocket, adjustable straps, and a built-in fold-out suit compartment inside....

I’m a Travel Editor, and These Are the 5 Bags I Take on Every Type of Trip No matter the mode of transportation you plan to take to reach your destination, the MyMealivos Canvas Weekender Bag (20 by 12 by 10 inches) is ready to travel. One of the highlights of the easy-to-pack bag is it’s designed from canvas, which is typically sturdy and durable. Plus, the weekender features a faux leather bottom compartment that offers excellent contrast to the look of the bag, and a trolley sleeve to allow it to slip onto a suitcase handle....

Travelers heading to Iceland will be able to skip the country’s quarantine and testing requirements starting next week if they prove they have previously tested positive for the coronavirus and recovered, according to the government. The new policy, set to go into effect on Dec. 10, will allow visitors who have already recovered from the virus to submit either a positive PCR test at least 14 days old or an antibody test from a European laboratory or epidemiologist in Iceland, according to the Office of the Medical Director of Health....

If you want to visit the largest castle in the world, start traveling east and bring a dictionary: you’ll need to spend some time parsing definitions. Guinness World Records lists Prague Castle, in the Czech capital, as the largest ancient castle in the world—but don’t take that at face value, because it depends what you consider ancient, and how you define castle. Without a doubt, Prague Castle deserves attention. Spanning 18 acres, the castle was built in the 9th century, and modified in both the 10th and 14th centuries....