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The Hawaiian Islands were one of the world’s last places to be found and settled, and when those early explorers did arrive, they did so by following the stars. Today, traditional voyagers still practice this art of celestial navigating and wayfinding, and their efforts are aided by a night sky that twinkles with thousands of lights. While some areas of the island—such as Kahului or Lahaina—have traces of modern day light pollution, the majority of Maui has a night sky that is like constellation soup....

When Jodi Lipson’s daughter was seven, the duo embarked on a mommy-daughter adventure — and no, they didn’t travel to Disneyland. For one week, the pair did maintenance work at a hostel in Peru and helped local schoolchildren learn English. They soon worked on three more projects with volunteer organization Globe Aware in Guatemala, Cambodia, and Costa Rica. The experiences, said Lipson, who works in book publishing in D.C., have expanded the worldview of her now 13-year-old daughter....

A man sustained serious injuries after tripping over a luggage scale at Westchester County Airport. Now, he’s looking for $5 million in compensation. According to LoHud, an affiliate of USA Today that covers the Lower Hudson Valley in New York, Ralph Faga was looking to buy an airline ticket when he tripped over a scale back in August. Faga filed for legal action to be taken against Westchester County (which runs the airport) at the New York State Supreme Court, claiming that airport staff was negligent and the scale was not properly marked for visibility, LoHud reported....

Let’s Go Together, the first podcast from Travel + Leisure, celebrates the true spirit of travel by showcasing every type of person who picks up their passport to go. From transgender travelers who face the world head on to widowed women who have embraced solo travel, we’ve been introduced to some truly inspiring people. On this week’s episode, the 20th in our series, host Kellee Edwards — a woman who has been breaking barriers in travel for years — is joined by Jolie Varela to discuss navigating Native landscapes....

Two years ago, Alaska Airlines acquired Virgin America for $2.6 billion. Over the past few months, Virgin America has slowly been disappearing. The airline’s final flight was on Tuesday evening, marking the last time a “VX” flight makes its way across the skies. The airline’s final commemorative flight, VX1948 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, will take off at 9:35 p.m. on Tuesday evening. About 90 minutes later, the flight is expected to arrive at LAX and Virgin America will be no more....

Now you can get the perfect view of the Northern Lights from your bedroom. This stunning Airbnb stay just outside Hella, a small town in Southern Iceland, is an ideal place to enjoy a remote vacation without sacrificing comfort — and it will give you a gorgeous view. The studio-style home is made partially out of glass, including part of the ceiling, so you can view the billions of stars in the night sky, or if you stay any time in winter, a breathtaking view of the Northern Lights from your bedroom, as well as a view of one of the largest Icelandic volcanoes, Hekla....

Even if you don’t have a trip to France planned, that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the country’s luxe beauty products. It’s hard to go wrong with French beauty since it’s often categorized as providing a glamorous feel with an effortlessly beautiful look. French haircare brand Rene Furterer is no exception, as it’s known for its luxe products for all hair types, whether you’re looking to nourish your color-treated hair, treat scalp issues, or aid thinning hair....

It’s estimated that more than 15 million Americans visit Europe every year. We’d like to accept bets on what percentage of these Americans are mispronouncing the names of a few of the places they’re visiting. The language learning app Babbel partnered with the global hostel group Generator to determine which names of places American visitors to Europe are most likely to butcher. In a survey of 400 hostel employees across 10 different cities, the app determined which locations are most likely to trip up an American speaker....

Whether the culprit is too many tequila shots in Tijuana or a magnum bottle of Cristal enjoyed overlooking the vineyards of Champagne, the aftereffect of drinking one too many can be painful. We’ve all been there: achy body, churning stomach, the spins, and a desire to crawl back under the covers. Yet how people recover after a night out varies wildly from country to country. And while my new cookbook, Hangover Helper, showcases 50 recipes for beloved international hangover cures (from classic egg sandwiches to fortifying stews), if you happen to find yourself hungover while traveling you may not have access to a fully equipped kitchen, let alone the wherewithal to whip up a full hangover breakfast....

Combining both the spirit and sensibility of the Caribbean and Central America, Belize is now easier to access and more alluring than ever, thanks in large part to four airlines now offering nonstop flights to the destination. This Saturday, Jan. 15, Southwest starts up its nonstop service from Denver on Saturdays, adding to its daily service from Houston’s William P. Hobby airport. Last month, Frontier Airlines started its new nonstop service on Saturdays year-round from both Denver and Orlando, joining Alaska Airlines’ recently debuted seasonal service, which takes off four times a week from Los Angeles and twice a week from Seattle....

Airbnb has looked into its travel crystal ball to come up with a few travel predictions for the year. And the accommodation website’s biggest prediction is everyone going small in 2020. “While the ‘experiences over things’ trend is rapidly rising, Airbnb is forecasting that traveling small will be BIG in 2020,” the company explained in a statement. “From micro-cations to tiny home trends (think: shepherd huts and igloos), travelers are looking to maximize their travels while also minimizing their impact....

This year, high-grossing movies in the theater were also the most popular while flying — specifically those in the romance genre. According to Fortune, which surveyed United, Southwest, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines, the two most popular movies for travelers on U.S. airlines in 2019 were “A Star Is Born” and “Crazy Rich Asians,” The romantic remake starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper came in as the top movie on Southwest and JetBlue, and as No....

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. Odes to St. Patrick abound throughout Ireland, but few pair the saint’s history and the Emerald Isle’s beauty as splendidly as the 82-mile St. Patrick’s Way. This long-distance pilgrim walk, known as Ireland’s Camino, winds through a jade patchwork of Northern Ireland’s most pristine parks, peaks, and coasts....

With spectacular white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and a laid-back lifestyle, Anguilla is the quintessential tropical getaway. The tiny Caribbean island is only 16 miles long, but it is hailed as one of the best for luxury travel as it offers visitors privacy and high-end accommodations set against the most gorgeous of Caribbean landscapes. Courtesy of Villa Alkera Courtesy of Villa Alkera And the best place to enjoy the stunning scenery from is Alkera, a serene oasis nestled on a lush hill overlooking the famous Shoal Bay East Beach....

In January, the 80-suite luxury property opened its doors on Austin’s South Congress Avenue. According to the hotel, it drew its design inspiration from its “distinctive surroundings” and highlights the “captivating spirit of the Lone Star State and pays due respect to Texas’s rich history through locally handpicked art and design features.” As the hotel noted in a statement, all the one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites range in size from 460 to 1,170-square-feet, making each room significantly larger than the average hotel room....

The Passport Index has named a new most powerful passport in the world. The index, which puts out a real-time global ranking of the world’s passports, has gone into overdrive in 2020 as countries shut down borders and travel became more difficult for many across the globe. However, there is now one nation’s passport that allows people to still travel to more countries than any other: New Zealand. New Zealand’s passport had previously held the number one spot alongside Japan, however, due to the coronavirus pandemic, Japan slipped into the number two spot alongside Germany, Australia, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Ireland, and Australia....

Now that fall is here, it’s time to break out your favorite outerwear. But since fall temperatures can be unpredictable, it’s hard to plan outfits around the season, especially when you’re packing for a trip. Luckily, we found a jacket at Madewell that’s stylish and great for travel. The 15 Best Winter Coats for Women, According to Thousands of Customer Reviews The Addition Quilted Packable Puffer Jacket is made from a durable polyamide material that’s sourced from recycled water bottles with PrimaLoft down alternative insulation....

I love scents. I’m a candle fiend (much like the rest of the Travel + Leisure team), but I’m also a klutz, so I’ve definitely set each of my last three apartments on fire in some small capacity with the help of a candle. I’ve searched high and low for an alternative that’s safer but just as exciting to use and with just as much scent pay-off. This is how I landed on the Pura Smart Home Diffuser, and it’s changed the ambiance of my home for good....

Does your kid love to draw? You can actually turn their talent into a full-fledged family vacation. This summer, Travelocity is offering actual trips for the whole family inspired by their kids’ drawings. Just think: That picture on your fridge that your kid drew can actually become a real-life destination, whether they love to draw the Eiffel tower, a boat on the ocean, or a colorful desert at sunset. Even abstract squiggles and lines are fair game for this sweepstakes....

Vaccinated travelers heading to New York from abroad will no longer have to quarantine upon arrival, the governor’s office announced over the weekend. The updated travel advisory, which went into effect on April 10, allows those who are two weeks out from their final dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to skip self-isolation and testing requirements no matter where they are coming from. It also applies to people who contracted COVID-19 within three months of their trip and recovered....