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Keeping true to earlier predictions, Texas’s famous wildflowers are already in bloom and they’re fantastic. Big Bend National Park is experiencing its largest bluebonnet bloom in decades, according to local news site Texas Hill Country. Cathy Alba © Cathy Alba © This year’s Texas Bluebonnet & Wildflower Report predicted “roadsides in bloom much earlier than normal and much earlier than fields.” The “bloom-line” was predicted to reach San Antonio (roughly the same latitude as Big Bend) by mid-March or earlier....

The Bahamas is making it even easier for travelers to enjoy a relaxing Caribbean vacation by waiving all pre-travel testing requirements for anyone who is fully vaccinated. Fully vaccinated tourists heading to the island chain — renowned for pristine beaches, over-the-top (and safe) resorts, and a buzzy art scene — may now upload proof of their vaccination in lieu of pre-travel COVID-19 testing and won’t be required to undergo any testing before or after arriving, according to the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism....

Sometimes it’s difficult to find the line between wearing frumpy sweatpants and choosing skin-tight leggings. I’m a big fan of both, but on the daily, feeling comfy while I work or relax is a top priority. And that is why I’m constantly wearing these relaxed joggers that have a nicely fitted appearance, making them perfect to wear out to run errands, grab take-out, or catch a flight. I admit, I’ve done all three in these....

Crossing Paradise Island Drive at the edge of the Ocean Club, visitors will come upon an unexpected scene. Between two condominium buildings, framed by palms and bougainvillea, an ancient-seeming structure appears in a French garden. An arcade of gothic arches rests on white marble columns with ornately carved capitals. In the center, a marble figure — “Silence,” by the Scottish sculptor William Reid Dick — looks down contemplatively. In the distance, the sparkling waves and sailboats of Nassau Harbor....

While many U.S. airlines are banning emotional support animals on flights, a baby kangaroo somehow managed to hop inside a plane traveling between North Carolina and Virginia. Now, the video of the adorable encounter is making waves on the internet. A brief video captured by Bobby Weston, a PSA Airlines flight attendant, was shared on Instagram, showing the marsupial hopping down the aisle toward a man with a bag. Off camera, a voice can be heard, saying, “He’ll follow you....

After closing its borders for almost two years due to the pandemic, Australia is back open for visitors and its 100-year-old train traversing the outback is once again ready for international passengers. The Ghan is a historic train route that has been shuttling passengers from Adelaide on Australia’s southern coast to Darwin in the far north since 1929. The 1,850-mile (2,977 km) journey takes about 54 hours to complete and includes several chances to get off the train and explore the outback....

The Beckham Creek Cave House, located in the Arkansas Ozarks, has long welcomed visitors to come and stay inside a very unique dwelling inside a natural cavern. Guests can book a stay in this amazing abode, but there’s more. The one-of-a-kind residence is now up for sale and can be yours for a cool $2.75 million. Courtesy of Mallory.Gallery via Arkansas Diamond Realty Courtesy of Mallory.Gallery via Arkansas Diamond Realty...

The Kewya Passport and Vaccine Card Holder is simple yet functional, since it features a slot on one side for your passport and a clear plastic sleeve on the other for your CDC vaccine card. The card slot measures 4.7 inches by 3.2 inches, giving you plenty of room for your CDC-issued card, which measures 4 inches by 3 inches. The case is made from sturdy, sleek-looking faux leather that has a water-resistant coating, so it’ll be able to hold up during long travel days, unpredictable weather conditions, and more....

Sleeping on a bus just got a lot more comfortable. Travelers looking for a little zen in a tiny space can find just that by boarding a school bus turned tiny home nestled in the Black Mountains just outside of Asheville, North Carolina. “This is not your typical hippy bus,” the owners of the adorable tiny home describe in their Airbnb listing. And, just taking one look at the photos of the property proves they are right....

With covid cases dropping, more vaccines rolling out, and everyone eager to reunite with family and friends, it’s no surprise that travel is on the rebound. And Airbnb knows exactly where everyone wants to go with their newfound freedom. In May, the home-sharing giant shared its Airbnb Report on Travel & Living, a “comprehensive analysis of Airbnb booking data and consumer research” to reveal how both travel and life are changing....

Editor’s Note: Travel might be complicated right now, but use our inspirational trip ideas to plan ahead for your next bucket-list adventure. Sure, Europe has history, art, and a myriad of cultures packed into one easy-to-navigate continent, but if you’re going during summer, you also need to know about its beaches. Fringing the top half of the Mediterranean Sea, there’s everything on offer here, from thick, diggable sand to dramatic cliffs, teeny coves to deserted island coastlines....

You’re retired — and vaccinated — and it’s time to treat yourself to a well-deserved and probably long-awaited vacation. With no time constraints, you can plan a stay of a few weeks, and you might appreciate the convenience of a destination resort that lets you arrive, unpack, and enjoy dining and most activities on site. Like many retirees, you’re game to try something novel or pick up a new hobby, and you want to continue (or start) focusing on your well-being and health....

The world is a mighty big place and you’re missing a lot if you stay in one little corner of it. Saint Augustine said it much more poetically: “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” There are plenty of good reasons to get out there and travel, but one of the biggest ones is to experience things you could not find in your own city, town, or even country and maybe learn a little something to bring back home with you....

New Jersey’s American Dream complex, known for its — over-the-top attractions including a water park, A+ shopping and an ice skating rink — is now home to a 300-foot high observation wheel that shows off the best of New York City’s skyline. “This is the greatest region of the world and you’re looking over at the views of the magnificent city, which is the financial capital, so that skyline is the classic million-dollar view,” American Dream Developer Paul Ghermezian told Travel + Leisure at the Dream Wheel’s opening on Wednesday....

The days of the extra long, leisurely vacation are over. At least, they seem to be for Millennials. It’s no secret that the under-40 crowd are not the best at taking vacations. Even though Millennials love to travel, they often can’t or won’t go on trips due to work-related stress, finances, or simply the overwhelming task of planning a big getaway. Therefore, the micro-cation has become the most popular way for many Millennials to finally get out of the office....

Cameron Diaz’s latest venture into the wine business is something we can all be happy about amid the coronavirus pandemic. Along with her collaborator and friend, Katherine Power — founder of fashion site Who What Wear — the two launched organic wine brand, Avaline earlier this month with the intention of providing vino lovers with organic, quality ingredients. Complete with two varieties, a white and a rosé, the duo made it a point to be as involved as possible with the process....

When Canadian Health Minister Patty Hajdu advised the country that the length to maintain social distance was about the size of a hockey stick, she had no idea how literally people would interpret her words. Very quickly, Canadians started using their hockey sticks for the purposing of flattening the curve. Even road signs popped up in Toronto, reminding people to use the very precise metric. Businesses around the country also took her advice to heart....

All travelers flying to Canada will have to test negative for COVID-19 prior to entering the country starting this week. The new rule, which goes into effect on Jan. 7, will require all passengers age 5 and older to show a negative PCR COVID-19 test before boarding a flight to Canada, Transport Canada announced last week. The test must be taken within 72 hours of the flight departure. The testing, however, does not exempt individuals from the country’s mandatory 14-day quarantine....

Here’s one thing travelers visiting the Canary Islands can cross off their list of potential coronavirus worries: the cost of medical care and mandatory quarantines on the islands. The local government in the Canary Islands is partnering with French insurer Axa to provide Spanish and foreign tourists with free insurance coverage for any coronavirus-related costs, The New York Times reports. The policies will cover accommodations for mandatory quarantines as well as the potentially high costs of getting travelers back home....

When the colder monthsarrive, is there anything better than cozying up next to a warm fireplace? The crackle of the flames, the radiating warmth, the dreamy orange glow — the thought alone has us longing for a snowy winter day. But let’s face it: In the year 2021, fireplaces aren’t as mainstream as they once were. Many townhomes and apartment units are built without them, and even fireplaces built into houses are now often reduced to decorations....