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It’s always a treat to get an Airbnb that has a clear view of a major landmark like the Eiffel Tower or the Colosseum, but this one is near one of the original Seven Wonders of the World. This truly unique listing in Cairo, Egypt is a luxurious stay with plenty of space to relax, but it’s also only five minutes away from the pyramids of Giza. In fact, it’s so close that you can see them right from the bedroom window....

So, it happened. You waited until the last minute to book your flight and now you’re stuck with the dreaded middle seat. You’re mentally preparing yourself for a flight filled with awkward grazes of your neighbor’s arm, passive-aggressive huffs and puffs over who gets which armrest, and a stiff neck from attempting to sleep without a place to rest your head. Though no one would argue that the middle seat is the ideal spot to park yourself for a flight, there are ways to make it better (really!...

Lyft will provide millions of free rides to low-income, uninsured, and those in at-risk communities who are getting vaccinated for the coronavirus, the rideshare company announced Tuesday. The effort, in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, Anthem Inc., and United Way, is part of their LyftUp initiative, which partners with community organizations to provide services. The goal is to provide 60 million free rides to vaccination sites across the country when vaccines become available....

If valuable real estate is all about “location, location, location,” then this new property has pretty much hit the location jackpot. And no, it’s not on the Upper West Side. Instead, this over-the-top architectural home is set in the middle of one of the most-visited areas in the country: Joshua Tree National Park. While for most people, a visit here usually means roughing it in one of the park’s many campgrounds, the House Between the Rocks offers every luxury in the midst of the jaw-dropping Mojave Desert landscape....

Stay One Degree, a travel brand known for uniting a community of like-minded owners and renters of the finest homes (while offering more than 3,500 houses and yachts in 250-plus destinations), has teamed up with the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to launch a marvelously extravagant Stay & Sail package — perfect for those planning an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. As the name suggests, travelers will get to experience Miami by both land and sea....

In 2019, Six Flags Great Adventure Park in New Jersey announced its plans to build the world’s tallest, fastest, and longest single-rail roller coaster. Though it was originally meant to debut in 2020, the pandemic pushed back that date just a bit. Now, it’s looking like it could finally be ready for its first riders in 2021. “Towering 13 stories, at speeds up to 58 mph, riders will soar single file through the dark and foreboding woods over 3,000 feet of track,” Six Flags shared in a statement in 2019....

At America’s most popular national parks, travelers are greeted with everything from one of the country’s oldest mountain ranges to terrain dotted with as many trees as all of Europe, which is why the locations often draw large crowds. This can often mean higher accommodation rates when staying around the parks, which is why Priceline took a look at 16 of the most popular parks to pinpoint the most affordable time of the year to stay at accommodations ranging from hotels to lodges and bed and breakfasts near each park....

Now that more and more people are receiving their coronavirus vaccinations, traveling is on the mind of many — especially since destinations like Europe are likely to open up for American travelers come summertime. Google searches about vacationing are skyrocketing, and travel accessory reviews are having a major moment on social media apps like TikTok. One video about a garment bag has garnered more than 650,000 views and over 77,000 likes since being posted on March 30....

Forget overwater bungalows. It’s time for underwater accommodations to have their moment. And there’s no better way to honor this than at Jules’ Undersea Lodge in Key Largo, Florida. Located 30 feet below the ocean’s surface, this isn’t some highfalutin spot that allows you easy access to the underwater lodge. No, this is a place that makes you work a little for your stay, as you need to actually scuba dive down to get to your room....

While many of us have adapted to working from home with ease others have truly struggled, and sometimes with hilarious results. Just taking a look at Twitter it’s easy to amass a few hilarious horror stories of our new world of Zoom meetings. Like this woman, whose entire office got a peek into her home life: Or this woman, who gave her partner’s coworkers quite the show: Or this fine lady, who let her cat attend meetings for her:...

British airline Jet2 has dropped its mask mandate, a unique move in the airline industry as face coverings still remain a requirement among most major carriers. According to the airline, passengers will no longer be required to wear masks in England or Northern Ireland on planes or in airports however face coverings are still legally required for passengers 6 years and older traveling in Scotland. “Your safety is our priority, so we’ve created our Face Mask Policy so everyone knows exactly what’s expected while traveling with us,” Jet2 wrote in its guidance, adding, “It’s no longer a legal requirement to wear a face mask at our airports or onboard our planes....

Madewell is a one-stop shop for clothing, shoes, and accessories year-round, although we’re particular fans of the brand’s winter wardrobe staples. Whether you’re looking for a layerable sweater you can wear with just about any outfit, a chic coat, or a pair of jeans you can dress up or down, chances are you can find it at Madewell. And luckily, the brand is holding a massive sale right now, offering an extra 30 percent off already discounted items when you use the code “REALDEAL....

Hyde Hotels is expanding its international footprint with the brand’s first property outside the U.S. set to open in Dubai. Welcoming guests starting Nov. 11, Hyde Hotel Dubai is a stylish addition to the city, offering bespoke hospitality from its location in Business Bay. Created in collaboration with owner Emerald Palace Group, the new property features 276 guest rooms and suites, with interiors developed and conceptualized by renowned Italian designer Ciarmoli Queda....

Capital of the United States, bustling college town, shrine to history: there’s something for every kind of traveler in Washington, D.C. Did you know that D.C. has a booming craft beer scene? DC Brau, which opened in 2009, was the first craft brewery within city limits. Head here or to Blue Jacket, 3 Stars, Atlas Brew Works—or all four for an epic D.C. beer crawl. Of course, a perfect weekend in D....

River cruises are a great way to see the world — you can visit several waterfront destinations and watch the scenery pass by from cozy accommodations and top-deck lounges on intimate luxury ships. And while rivers like the Danube and Rhine are top choices for many travelers, you don’t have to fly to Europe to take a river cruise. You can explore some of the nation’s iconic attractions and favorite cities with a Mississippi River cruise....

Giving guests more peace of mind while lounging in the sun, Wyndham’s Viva Resorts are offering free travel insurance to its customers for the next year. The resort’s “Hotel Assist Insurance program,” the insurance will be offered to travelers who visit any of the Viva Wyndham Resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas. The insurance will cover both medical and travel issues that may pop up from check-in to check-out, including medical assistance, COVID-19 testing, repatriation, an extension of stay, medicine, and lost luggage compensation....

As coronavirus hit the United States, Washington state was the first to be affected by the virus.In recent weeks, the state has experienced a declining curve of new confirmed cases but remains under a stay at home order. Still Washington has recorded just over 14,000 cases, with about 6,200 of them found in King County, where Seattle sits, according to the Washington State Department of Health. That means The Emerald City — renowned for its robust cafe culture and bustling stalls of Pike Place Market — needs a helping hand now more than ever....

After 435 days stuffed into a tray table, a letter from a Delta pilot was discovered as an unintentional time capsule showing just how much the world has changed in the last 15 months. On March 23, 2020, Delta First Officer Chris Dennis flew an Airbus A321 to a lot where Delta aircraft sit in storage in Victorville, California. Dennis was flying the plane from Minneapolis-St. Paul to the California desert with uncertainty, according to a Delta press release shared earlier this month....

Allbirds is well-known for its comfortable, versatile sneakers, and over the past few years, we’ve gotten to know the brand better through its new launches — from ballet flats to slippers to a water-resistant version of the classic runner. Now, Allbirds is back with another new launch, the Wool Piper, a twist on the classic cup sole shoe. comfy shoes The Wool Piper is available for both men and women in five colors....

Whether you’re planning a trip to a cold-weather destination or returning to the office soon, you may be looking to expand your wardrobe right now. Luckily, Everlane, one of our favorite destinations for sleek, versatile wardrobe essentials, is holding a sale right now, and plenty of pieces from the brand’s winter collection are deeply discounted. In fact, some clothing is up to 50 percent off. Everlane’s current sale includes sweaters, flannel shirts, jackets, and more seasonal must-haves....