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Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket list adventure. A vacation paradise for the ultra-rich, celebrities, and honeymooners, the Maldives is one of the world’s ultimate luxury destinations. With more than 100 properties, many of them five-star, there are plenty of places to choose from. But only a select few have truly over-the-top private residences that come with exclusive perks....

Since her launch in 1959, Barbie has been at the forefront of practically every trend, with stints as an astronaut, photojournalist, rockstar, computer programmer, and even presidential candidate. As digital nomad lifestyles are all the rage, it was only a matter of time before Barbie went #VanLife. This spring, Barbie is ditching her Malibu Dream House for a Malibu Dream Camper. And families can enter to stay in her hot pink mobile home....

This year’s World’s Best Awards survey was open for voting January 11 through May 10, 2021, as destinations around the world were lifting COVID-19 restrictions. Survey rules have always allowed readers to reflect on their travel experiences over a three-year period. We hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your own travels as you get back out into the world. For being the city that never sleeps, New York has plenty of hotels where you can get some seriously luxurious rest....

Dozens of countries around the world have cut off travel from the United Kingdom after a new, and potentially more contagious, strain of coronavirus emerged, according to reports. The BBC reported that over 40 countries — including Canada and India — will ban travel to and from the UK. Some countries’ bans have already started while some will be starting Tuesday. The new strain, which was first detected in September and has since been called “out of control” by British Health Secretary Matt Hancock, has been popping up in London and southeastern England, The Associated Press reported Monday....

A brand new museum commemorating the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921 is officially open in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Greenwood Rising, which is dedicated to educating the public about the Tulsa Race Massacre that happened 100 years ago in the Greenwood District, opened its doors last week on Aug. 4. The new museum utilizes history, technology, and interactive design to open a dialogue of challenging conversations about the tragedy while also discussing Black history and the heritage of historically Black North Tulsa and the Greenwood District specifically....

Purchasing flights can be stressful. Unless you’re confident you’ve found an unbeatable fare deal (or you’re traveling on a corporate card at your employer’s expense), making the decision to click “buy” can be one wrought with doubt and insecurity. Unless, of course, you knew you could cancel your tickets for free. How to Make Sure Your Canceled Flight Is Eligible for a Refund, According to Travel Experts Too many travelers may not realize that almost all flights are protected by strict cancellation policies, one of which was put in place by the Department of Transportation....

A museum’s biggest asset is their collection, only a fraction of which are usually displayed in their exhibition spaces. The Louvre, for example, owns about 550,000 works of art and only displays about 35,000 of them. So, where is the rest of the art? Museums keep them in storage in art depots, where access is restricted to museum experts and staff only. Ossip van Duivenbode/Courtesy of Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen...

Dozens of state parks across California are closed as multiple wildfires across the state continue to rage. All campgrounds in Santa Cruz and San Mateo counties, just south of San Francisco, have also been temporarily closed. The California State Parks Service released a list of 34 parks that have been fully closed or partially closed, “due to the ongoing wildfires burning across much of the state.” The closures are in effect through at least Aug....

Audiophiles have a new place to put on their bucket list. According to Lonely Planet, those who are huge contemporary rock music fans will probably recognize Windmill Lane Recording Studios, the recording studio in Dublin, Ireland that has been the location of some iconic rock album recordings, including work from U2, The Rolling Stones, Kate Bush, The Cranberries, Hozier, Van Morrison, and Lady Gaga, to name a few. Courtesy of Windmill Lane Recording Studio...

If there’s one group of people who constantly deserves all our praise it’s teachers. Throughout 2020, teachers had to shift their plans from in-person to online curriculums, and figure out all-new ways to engage with their students from a distance. That includes science teachers, who had to totally reimagine how to experiment with students without being there to guide them. Though they are all most certainly doing their best, Olay wants to help make their virtual teaching jobs just a bit easier....

Royal Caribbean has canceled sailings on four of its ships, becoming the latest cruise line to scrap voyages amid the spread of the omicron variant. The cruise company canceled trips on its Serenade of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas, and Jewel of the Seas ships starting this past weekend, according to the cruise line. The three affected ships are expected to return to sailing on April 26, Jan. 29, and Feb....

Royal Caribbean will now require all guests to get tested for COVID-19 for certain cruises, regardless of their vaccination status. Going forward, the cruise line will make pre-departure testing mandatory for all guests 2 and older, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, the company’s website reads. Passengers will have to take either a PCR or antigen test at an accredited test provider at least three days before their scheduled departure for all cruises five nights or longer....

With airlines across the world grappling with how to return to a semblance of normalcy, Southwest Airlines is bringing back one familiar touch: the beverage and snack service. Starting Friday, the airline will reintroduce in-flight drinks and snacks on flights of more than 250 miles, according to Southwest’s website. Initially, cans of water with straws and a pouch of snack mix will be available while cups of ice will be available on request....

Dreadfully high temperatures can put a damper on any summertime activity. The shining sun might seem welcome as you set about your hike, trip to the amusement park, or day at the beach, but within a few hours, you might find yourself missing winter’s cool, forgiving air. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to find relief from the heat that don’t include running to the closest air-conditioned building. One solution: wiping down your face and neck with one of the Sukeen cooling towels....

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. Blessed by Dionysus himself, wine has been an essential part of human celebration, indulgence, and cuisine for eons. When it comes to this libation, your first thought might be the French countryside, the valleys of California, or even the hills of South America....

You know what they say: “I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.” And now, New Yorkers can get their frozen treat fix throughout the year at the Museum of Ice Cream. According to USA Today, the Museum of Ice Cream is opening a permanent, flagship location in New York City, so you can indulge in all things dairy to your heart’s (and your Instagram feed’s) content. Cindy Ord/Getty Images...

The quirky capital of Texas is famous for its welcoming spirit, and its nightlife scene is no different. In 2016, it was even listed as one of the top 10 destinations in the entire world for LGBT travel. Whether you want to nurse local beers on a laid-back patio or join a serious karaoke party, these are six of the best gay bars and clubs in Austin, Texas. For the 80s Fan: Elysium...

We all know that keeping our distance is crucial right now. Due to the coronavirus, it’s vital people stay a safe physical distance away from others in what is known as “social distancing.” However, we also know that getting fresh air and exercise is equally important to our overall well being. Because of this, landscape designers are dreaming up creative spaces we can all use safely in the future. Studio Precht, a design house in Austria, created a wholly new idea of what a vacant plot in Vienna could look like with social distancing in the great outdoors....

The “Chicken Fried Bloody Mary” is everything you could hope for and more: an 80 oz. Bloody Mary topped with cheeseburger sliders, bacon-wrapped jalapeno cheeseball skewers, along with some more traditional bloody mary garnishes. Oh, and a four-pound chicken. We can thank Sobelman’s Pub & Grill in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for this creation. Unfortunately, the Chicken Fried Bloody Mary was a temporary menu item to help raise money for the HungerTask Force, but it’s an ode to the truly museum-worthy drinks you can buy every day at the establishment....

Ninja, the kitchen appliance company, is seeking a true smoothie enthusiast to join its team. In January, the company put out the call for a Ninja Smoothie Bowl Sommelier. The Smoothie Bowl Sommelier, the company explained, will be responsible for pairing “surprising flavors” to craft custom smoothie bowl recipes with the company’s Ninja Foodi Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor. “Over the last year, people have spent more time in the kitchen than ever before....