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Delta will resume serving beer and wine to first-class and Comfort+ passengers starting July 2. After cutting alcoholic beverage service due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Delta Air Lines announced Tuesday that passengers will begin to see complimentary alcoholic beverages make their return to the aisles in an initial rollout on Thursday. Passengers will be able to choose from single-serve bottles of red and white wine, Heineken, Miller Lite, SweetWater 420, and SweetWater IPA, although the selection may depend on daily availability....

The handy trackers on this list won’t just help you keep track of your fitness goals and daily steps, but they also track things like breathing, heart rate, and sleep. You can also link them to your phone to get texts, emails, and other notifications sent right to your wrist. Some of the high-tech devices listed below also let you link your credit card or bank account to the watch, so you can use contactless Garmin Pay and shop without lugging your wallet around....

It’s difficult to imagine anyone having more fun with their job than Guy Fieri. The chef, restaurateur, and Emmy Award-winning television host doesn’t simply go through the motions. Whether describing the origins of molcajete, or just giving you directions down the street, he does so enlisting every ounce of exuberance you’d expect out of a 52-year-old man with frosted tips. So when his beloved industry was faced with unprecedented crisis, Fieri could hardly abide being on the sidelines....

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. While others rush the stores for deals on electronics or clothes, why not spend your Black Friday booking something that you can really look forward to? While we’re dreaming of the day that COVID-19 travel restrictions lift and we’re free to jaunt where we please, JetBlue’s Black Friday sale is offering even more motivation to book an upcoming trip, with up to $400 off vacation packages....

Now that several bucket-list destinations around the world are starting to reopen to tourists (we see you, Thailand), travel enthusiasts are making plans again. As the to-do tabs recently began adding up on my own computer, I immediately checked one thing off my pre-vacation list: luggage. My Away suitcase is a no-brainer, but the Lo & Sons travel bag I bought several years ago continues to be my go-to for any trip of any length....

The world is one step closer to 2021 (and saying good riddance to this very long year) as the giant numerals arrived in Times Square ahead of the iconic New Year’s Eve ball drop. To celebrate the end of 2020, visitors and locals alike can get up close and personal with the 7-foot-tall 2021 numbers, lit up with hundreds of bulbs, before the iconic sign takes its final place atop One Times Square, according to the Times Square Alliance....

A major historical site and tourist attraction is welcoming visitors again. The coronavirus pandemic caused so-called non-essential businesses to close their doors — from bars and restaurants, to museums, to major tourist attractions. Like so many other historical sites around the world, the Acropolis in Athens has been closed since March in accordance with lockdown measures in Greece to fight the virus. According to Lonely Planet, the Acropolis is now open again to visitors....

Manhattan’s Upper East Side has no shortage of buildings with a wow factor. The chic area, home to world-class eateries, the Museum Mile, and many designer boutiques, features some of the most coveted real estate listings in New York City. Development in the area started in the late 1860s when rows of brownstones began popping up. A couple of decades later, many of the facades were updated to reflect the popular at the time beaux-arts, neo-Georgian, and Renaissance revival styles....

While compact spinners and luxury weekender bags are tempting carry-on options, sometimes the best carry-on is lightweight, functional, and hands-free. That’s why, if you ask us, a sturdy backpack is a travel must-have. If you choose one with ample pockets, you can fit everything you need without lugging a heavy bag on your shoulder or maneuvering a wheeled suitcase through a tight airplane cabin. Not to mention, there’s no doubt a backpack will fit neatly under your seat or in the overhead compartment....

While many travelers flock to beaches, deserts, and more of the planet’s warmest destinations during the fall and winter months, a growing fascination with cold-weather getaways has resulted in a recent surge of mountain wellness retreats. One of the most luxurious locations for so-called “mountain meditation” is Jackson Hole, Wyoming’s Amangani resort. And for a limited time, you can book a special four-night stay filled with wellness activities in peak fall weather....

A piece of lunar rock from the moon — the fifth largest found on Earth — is being sold for more than $2 million, according to Christie’s. The piece of the moon, called NWA 12691, came to Earth as part of a large meteorite shower and was found in the Sahara Desert two years ago, details read. In total, 30 different meteorites were collected as part of that meteorite shower....

After previously implementing one of the strictest lockdowns in the Middle East, Jordan is changing its travel restrictions yet again. Now, travelers headed to Jordan no longer have to quarantine for seven days, but other entry requirements have been put in place. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck in March 2020, Jordan closed its borders and international airports almost immediately. The country did not reopen to visitors until Aug. 5, and even then, it only allowed travelers from select countries....

Those in search of spring flowers may find just what they’re looking for in Amsterdam next month — and could win a VIP-status trip to experience it. Tiqets, a ticket booking platform for tourist attractions, is partnering with Keukenhof — the world’s most famous tulip garden — to give one lucky winner a weeklong trip to the Netherlands. The winner and a guest will receive roundtrip airfare from the U.S., hotel rooms in Amsterdam and Lisse, where Keukenhof is located, and an unforgettable private tour of the garden complete with dinner among the tulips from Bolenius, Amsterdam’s only Michelin Green Star restaurant....

There’s never been a better time to sign up for IHG Hotels & Resorts’ loyalty program. The hospitality company has completely overhauled its existing system, and the new product, called IHG One Rewards, launches today. Announced in January, the IHG One Rewards program is built on guests’ feedback about what they most value in a loyalty program — things like complimentary room upgrades, free breakfast, and member discounts. But understanding that every traveler has their own preference in terms of rewards, the program is designed to be flexible in order to more effectively meet guests’ needs....

Airbnb launched in August 2008, changing the way people vacation forever. The company allowed travelers to not only bunk up with locals around the globe, but it also shined a light on some unique properties dotting the map. For example, it helped highlight some truly epic tree houses that travelers can climb into at the end of a day. But these aren’t your childhood tree houses; they’re decked-out architectural masterpieces just begging you to visit....

Even if your FastPass+ plans are booked and hotel reservations are set, you’re not quite ready for the Magic Kingdom until you know how you’ll get around. Deciding which stroller to buy or rent for a Walt Disney World vacation requires preparation, and with recent updates to Disney’s stroller policy, it’s more important than ever to plan ahead. If you’re debating whether to bring your own from home or tackle Disney stroller rentals once you make it to “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” this guide will answer every question you’ve ever had about Disney World stroller rentals, from how to save money to what you must know before arriving....

The world’s first cruise that will touch all seven continents left port from Fort Lauderdale on Monday. Silversea’s Silver Whisper ship will sail around the world for the next four months until it reaches its final destination of Amsterdam of May 25. During that journey, guests will have visited 62 destinations in 32 different countries on all seven continents. The Legends of Cruising 2020 cruise is nothing if not luxe. Fares for the 140-day cruise started at $62,000....

One of the greatest rewards of traveling — discovering the new — is reflected in T+L readers’ picks for the world’s best islands. Not only do several islands make their debut but one newcomer to the list also vaulted directly into the No. 1 spot. Thanks to those adventurers who have gone before you, all you need to do is pick your desired body of water to find your paradise....

We could all use a helping hand as we re-emerge from the pandemic — maybe even in the literal sense. Expedia, teaming up with pop star Joe Jonas, launched its Travel Companions Report this week to detail just how Americans are feeling about travel as the world begins to open up from the pandemic. The report revealed that 80% of American adults feel stressed about booking international trips and 60% said they need more of a helping hand booking travel now than they did before the pandemic....

One hotel chain is encouraging people to follow their dreams. And they’re doing it through a very unique opportunity. Being an artist or creative isn’t easy. It often comes with a lot of struggles, especially when it comes to creating a space for you to express yourself while also juggling a day job, but Graduate Hotels is hoping to make it just a little easier for some artistic fans out there....