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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added eight new destinations to its highest travel warning, telling Americans to avoid going there amid the spread of the highly contagious omicron variant. The agency added several European countries to its “Level 4” designation, its highest travel warning, including the popular tourist destination of Spain. The CDC also added Finland, Monaco, San Marino, and the British territory of Gibraltar to the list....

While some Americans are starting to travel again as coronavirus lockdown measures ease, some are still opting to stay home. This is where virtual travel becomes such a handy tool for people who want to “go on vacation” without leaving their homes. You can experience museums around the world, famous tourist attractions, tours of destinations, and much more. And now, you can visit some of the country’s best National Forests, virtually, just in time for National Forest Week July 13 through July 19....

Who doesn’t love a little mulled wine on a cold, winter’s day? Those spicy and fruity aromas are so delicious, you might even be tempted to bathe in it. Of course, there is a place where you can do that. SpaSeekers, a spa booking website in the U.K., is now offering a “Mulled Wine Spa Day” where guests can chill out in a hot tub full of mulled wine as a way to relax, rejuvenate, and maybe make your skin smell like cinnamon and oranges, Lonely Planet reported....

I’m going to go ahead and say it: Some of us are really leaning into drinking during quarantine. With many states still under stay at home orders, there’s no way to go out and enjoy a cocktail at your favorite bar, no rushing out of work to make it in time for happy hour deals, no toasting to the freakin’ weekend with your friends — at least not in person. But, that certainly doesn’t mean enjoying adult beverages has come to a halt....

When Ryan Chetiyawardana announced back in October that Dandelyan would be closing, he caused somewhat of a stir in the global cocktail world — and the corners of the Internet occupied by mixology nerds, members of the food media, and “best of” list devotees. The announcement came just a few months after the bar’s drinks list had been named “World’s Best Cocktail Menu” at Tales of the Cocktail’s Spirited Awards. Three days later, the London establishment would top the year’s list of the World’s 50 Best Bars....

The number of flights between the U.S. and China will double within the coming weeks, marking an easing of tensions between the two countries. An order from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), announced this week, will allow both United and Delta airlines to double their weekly service from four flights to eight. The order will also allow China to double the number of flights coming to the U.S. Both of the U....

Disney’s Jungle Cruise attraction will undergo major updates at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts, the company announced this week. Intended to “reflect and value the diversity of the world around us,” according to a Disney Parks Blog post, the Jungle Cruise will undergo a story update bringing “more humor, wildlife, and skipper heart” to the attraction. Courtesy of Disney Jungle Cruise’s storyline is set during the 1930s and takes visitors down a river in Africa, South America or Asia, depending on the park....

Dollywood is hosting its annual Homeschool Days now through Sept. 21, giving families a unique option for at-home learning. With many more families turning to homeschooling this year amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Dolly Parton-owned Tennessee theme park wants to provide an educational but exciting field trip for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. More amusement park news Students can learn about physics, ornithology, conservation, and history at Dollywood this summer during 2020’s Homeschool Days....

With even historic stalwarts—here’s looking at you, JetBlue—charging hefty baggage fees, there’s never been a more important time to master the art of packing a carry-on. An oft-discussed topic in the travel community, the contents of one’s carry-on must be carefully curated. What exactly will you need for a set number of hours while you’re separated from the rest of your belongings? What will help you enjoy your flight while also ensuring you arrive at your destination looking fresh and relaxed?...

When you were locked down during the height of the pandemic, what was the one place you dreamed of going? My dream was to be in southern and western Europe as it opened up, to experience firsthand what it was like to revive storefronts, reopen hotels, and welcome tourists back after a year of empty stalls and shuttered doors. As the news broke that Greece would welcome American travelers back on May 14, with Italy and Spain not far behind, the plan fell into place: I’d head to Greece as soon as I could enter the country, stay for a while to report on the ground, and then potentially head on to a second or third newly reopened country....

JetBlue and American Airlines are teaming up in a collaboration that will benefit travelers in the Northeast and help both airlines recover from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The partnership, announced in a press release Thursday, will allow each airline to sell seats on the other’s flights and share frequent-flier benefits. It will particularly benefit passengers by increasing international connectivity in New York and Boston. “Pairing JetBlue’s domestic network with American’s international route map creates a new competitive choice in the Northeast, where customers are longing for an alternative to the dominant network carriers,” President and Chief Operating Officer of JetBlue, Joanna Geraghty, said in a statement....

Best known for playing the loveable and relatable high schooler Lara Jean in the hit Netflix rom-com series To All the Boys, it’s no surprise that Lana Condor is actually extremely relatable in real life. “I have a deep devotion to pasta and pizza and I have never been to Italy. It’s like, god, I want to go so bad,” the multi-hyphenate actress-producer-singer told Travel + Leisure in a recent interview....

Travelers staying at Marriott properties will now need to plan a little further in advance if they need to cancel. Marriott has changed its cancelation policy, requiring guests to cancel 48 hours in advance instead of 24 if they want to avoid paying fees at locations in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America. “This will allow hotels a better chance to make the rooms available to guests seeking last minute accommodations,” Marriott wrote in a statement shared with Travel + Leisure....

Seventeen years ago, two brothers who worked for Industrias Peñoles were mining a tunnel underneath the Naica Mountain in Chihuahua, Mexico. They accidentally stumbled upon the Sistine Chapel of Crystals. In Photos, Patagonia’s Stunning Marble Caves Naica’s Cave of the Crystals is an unlikely, magical discovery, buried 300 meters below the earth’s surface. Inside, gigantic crystals can reach science-fiction lengths of over 36 feet. Some of the heaviest crystals are estimated to weigh up to 55 tons....

Picture it: You’re lounging on the beach with your toes in the sand, while sipping a fruity, refreshing rum cocktail. Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? Your summer vacation plans might be a little uncertain due to the coronavirus pandemic, but that doesn’t mean you can’t kick up your heels and enjoy the sunshine with a drink in hand this National Rum Day. With sunny days on the horizon, we’ve rounded up some of the best rum cocktails that you can enjoy wherever you are for this spirited holiday on Aug....

Orbitz wants to ensure everyone feels safe, secure, and satisfied on their travels around the globe. And that begins by helping people identify the spaces that are right for them. In honor of Pride Month, Orbitz unveiled a new LGBTQIA+-welcoming hotel search that highlights the more than 35,000 hotels that signed the company’s Inclusivity Pledge against discrimination on the basis of gender and sexual identity. Marc Bruxelle/Getty Images “We want travelers to start their trip search feeling welcome wherever they’re headed....

A new petition on Change.org is seeking to rename the city of Columbus, Ohio to Flavortown in honor of celebrity chef, Guy Fieri, according to USA Today. Only last week, the mayor of Columbus, Andrew J. Ginther, announced that the city would be removing the statue dedicated to Christopher Columbus outside of city hall, Fox 28 reported. “For many people in our community, the statue represents patriarchy, oppression, and divisiveness. That does not represent our great city, and we will no longer live in the shadow of our ugly past,” Ginther said in a statement announcing the statue’s removal....

If you’ve been spending your quarantine baking everything under the sun we have one more sugary challenge for you: Make a scone worthy of the Queen’s palate. In May, the British royal family took to Instagram to share their favorite recipe for fruit scones, noting the tasty treat is often served during the summertime garden parties at their home. “Every year at Garden Parties across The Royal Residences, over 27,000 cups of coffee, 20,000 scones, and 20,000 slices of cake are consumed,” the Instagram post explained....

Santa Claus is coming to town — and he’s boosted. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the chief medical advisor to President Joe Biden, told USA Today that Santa is ready to dole out presents to kids around the world after receiving his COVID-19 booster shot. “Santa already has great innate immunity,” Fauci told the paper ahead of the Christmas holiday. “This year he is even more protected because he has been fully vaccinated and boosted....

Montage Los Cabos is already a resort dedicated to helping its guests discover the best experiences, including can’t-miss dining and attractions in Los Cabos. And this winter, the hotel will expose guests to one of the most impressive natural wonders in Mexico, too. Each November, monarch butterflies flap their glorious orange, black, and white wings to fly south from Canada and the U.S. to Mexico for winter. The swarm, made up of millions of these graceful creatures, typically descend on the forest between the Mexican states of Michoacán and Estado de Mexico....