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As any dog owner knows, exploring new terrain with a pup can be extremely entertaining — there are endless new smells, strange sounds, and plenty of terrain ripe for romping. That’s why it can be devastating to arrive at a trailhead only to realize dogs aren’t allowed. Brandon Cranford/500px/Getty Images With that in mind, researching trail pet policies is key, as is packing along the essentials needed to keep your dog well-behaved, hydrated, and happy — from a reliable leash and harness to a water bowl and pocket full of treats....

Traveling in cold weather can prove to be difficult. Bulky sweaters, hats, and thermals take up more space in your suitcase than warmer weather staples like T-shirts, shorts, or bathing suits. Not to mention that extra layers might be needed in case you get overheated indoors. Plus, it can be hard to know what kind of jacket to bring if the weather is inconsistent when you visit. One way to save on valuable packing space is by investing in a lightweight jacket — that way you have something to wear when it’s not freezing outside, and you can add layers whenever you get cold....

Wyndham Grand wants you to stop using your phone on vacation — and they’re going to start holding you accountable. At select locations throughout the country, the hotel brand will implement “phone-free zones” at pools and restaurants. But before your fingers start shaking from phone withdrawal, consider the stats. According to the hotel, at the Mills House Wyndham Grand in Charleston, 87 percent of poolside guests were on their phones and not in the water over the weekend....

If you’re looking for a weekend getaway with plenty of affordable attractions and easy-going vibes, then consider a vacation in New Orleans. After all, the city’s motto, “Laissez les bon temps rouler,” translates to “let the good times roll.” Here’s how to make the most of a short trip: The Best Times to Visit New Orleans Day One The epicenter of New Orleans, the French Quarter, sits just 30 minutes from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport....

658 million. That’s how many vacation days Americans left on the table in 2015. In other words, as a country, we missed out on nearly two million years worth of traveling. Though many workers skip vacations because they don’t feel they can take time off, money likely has something to do with it, too. We spend an average of $2,448 per vacation, according to a 2016 Travelex survey—a big chunk of change for almost everyone....

Popular Catskills hotel Eastwind is opening a second location this spring. Eastwind Lake Placid is taking over a 1950s motor lodge just off Main Street in downtown Lake Placid. The hotel will span five buildings across 2.8 acres of land along the Chubb River. And just as the first Eastwind celebrates nature and the mountains with minimalist Scandinavian design, Eastwind Lake Placid honors the beautiful Adirondack Mountains in a similar way....

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to book your Caribbean vacation: this is it. The numbers on the calendar have aligned and Atlantis Paradise Islands Bahamas is embracing it with a new sale. On Feb. 22, 2022 — or as you may see it: 2/22/22 — guests can receive an exclusive discount on Caribbean getaways with 22% off, starting at $222, when booking a vacation at Atlantis. The cause for the celebratory deal?...

Hotels have given us a lot over the years. They offer us a place to rest our heads after a long day on a work trip and a place to look forward to going on vacation. They’re places where we congregate in the lobby bar before heading out for a night on the town and somewhere to make a temporary home wherever we go. Courtesy of Hilton They’re also responsible for everyday creations we all know and love....

Craving a spur-of-the-moment weekend trip, or thinking about your first out-of-state trip in more than a year? You don’t need a passport to head to the U.S. Virgin Islands, making it an easy option for last-minute vacations. This trio of islands in the Caribbean has sugar-sand beaches, a gorgeous national park, excellent snorkeling, and even deep-sea fishing. Travelers can choose between St. Croix, the largest island; St. Thomas, best known as a busy cruise port; and St....

Celebrity Cruises is certainly living up to its name. On Thursday, the cruise line unveiled its newest ship, the Celebrity Beyond, and some of the eye-popping features on board, including wellness offerings curated by Gwyneth Paltrow and Daniel Boulud’s first restaurant at sea. When the ship sets sail in April 2022, it will boast 30 different restaurants, bars, and lounges; luxurious staterooms complete with private plunge pools and celeb-designed features....

Immersive exhibitions seem to be all the rage right now. From Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel in St. Louis, Missouri, to the Biltmore Estate’s multisensory art series featuring works by artists like Van Gogh and Monet, artistic immersion is popping up across the country. And Denver is the latest city to add an interactive installation that allows you to explore art through all of your senses. Conceived by award-winning Santa Fe-based arts and entertainment company Meow Wolf, “Convergence Station” will feature a whopping 79 immersive interactive exhibits spanning four stories....

Nashville, Tennessee has long been known as “a drinking town with a music problem.” So it should come as no surprise that its nickname is NashVegas. These folks like to party, and know how to have a good time. Every year in our annual America’s Favorite Places survey, we ask Travel + Leisure readers to dish about their hometowns — the place they grew up or have lived in and know better than anywhere else on Earth....

Summer may be just starting to wind down, but the holidays are right around the corner. And it turns out now is the best time to book flights for the festive season, according to travel booking app Hopper. Next week — Sept. 13 to be specific — is when travelers will find the cheapest deals for holiday travel, Hopper shared with Travel + Leisure. “For those ready to book, we suggest taking advantage of the lower fares available in mid-September, particularly for the Christmas holiday,” Adit Damodaran, an economist with Hopper, told T+L....

Guests on the newest ship from Oceania Cruises better bring their appetites. The luxury cruise line that’s known for its onboard cuisine and a partnership with iconic chef Jacques Pépin has just unveiled a bounty of new restaurants aboard a forthcoming ship. Oceania Cruises will offer an eye-popping 12 restaurants aboard the Vista, which is slated to make its inaugural trips in 2023. Of the dozen, four will be brand-new to the line — and designed to impress well-traveled guests....

Passengers on the Seadream Yacht Club ship in the Caribbean were given the all clear to return home over the weekend after their trip was cut short due to an onboard COVID-19 outbreak. According to a statement from SeaDream, seven passengers and two crew members had tested positive for coronavirus, forcing the ship — which was the first to head back to the Caribbean — to return to shore. Guests were confined to their cabins before they were allowed to disembark and the infected passengers were transferred to a medical facility in Barbados....

I am a big fan of bringing hats with me when I travel. As I’ve gotten older and wiser about skin care, I’ve realized hats are crucial for keeping the sun off of my face at the beach or while cruising around sightseeing all day. But what I’m decidedly not a fan of is the constant dilemma of how to pack a hat and what to do with it when you’re indoors or just don’t want to wear it....

Tuscany is one of the most exciting wine regions in the world. This notoriously scenic area benefits from a variety of climates, soil types, and elevations perfect for growing both indigenous and international varieties of grapes. And one new hotel wants to educate its guests about the winemaking culture of Tuscany while treating them to some seriously stunning views and unique experiences. Courtesy of Borgo San Vincenzo The forthcoming Borgo San Vincenzo, a boutique property nestled in Southern Tuscany’s countryside amid the Vino Nobile vineyards of Montepulciano, will celebrate the region’s winemaking history, which dates back three millennia, through a variety of wine-focused offerings, including tours and tastings, cooking classes, aperitivo-crafting classes, and idyllic sunset dinners, among other things....

Move over, Trolltunga and Lofoten — there’s now one more spot to add to the list of epic places to take photos in Norway: the Vøringsfossen bridge. The recently opened bridge climbs over the dramatic, 535-foot Vøringsfossen waterfall, allowing visitors to feel as if they’re floating high above the idyllic Måbødalen valley. Architect Carl-Viggo Hølmebakk has been working on the project for over a decade. His goal was to seamlessly fuse the natural and the man-made, he told CNN Travel....

December is already known as the “most wonderful time of the year,” but it’s about to get a lot better for cruise lovers. Viking is bringing its signature Scandinavian style to the U.S., and just released details of its holiday-themed voyages along the Mississippi River. Set to launch in December 2022, highlights of the sailing include light displays, Cajun cuisine, and VIP access to Graceland. Viking Cruises The eight-day Mississippi Holiday Season itinerary starts with a few days in Memphis, where passengers will be treated to historic and music-fueled tours of the city....

Almost everything about the way we work has changed in the past year, from the technology we use, to where (and when) we clock in. Many people have come to enjoy the benefits of working from home — some become international digital nomads in countries like Dubai and Dominica, which are offering new extended-stay visa programs. For Americans, the latest place to launch a remote worker program is a bit closer to home: the Appalachian state of West Virginia....