A lot of things can happen on an airplane. You can fall in love, catch a criminal, or even get into an all-out-war with a bunch of snakes. We, of course, are talking about movies. Movies that take place on a plane or in an airport seem to have a unique quality to them. They make rom-coms more romantic, action films more thrilling, and dramas more heart-wrenching all because they take place 36,000 feet in the air....
On Monday, the Metropolitan Opera announced it is canceling all of its fall performances. As Time Out noted, this will mark the first time New York City has gone without an opera in more than a century. “Based on current information regarding the ongoing health crisis, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the first few months of the 2020–21 season,” the opera announced on its website. “We now expect to re-open our doors and welcome audiences back to the Met on December 31, 2020, with a special gala performance, the details of which will be shared at a later date....
In just a matter of days, the entire world turned upside down. The coronavirus is now a pandemic, and both medical and political leaders around the globe are asking people to do what we must to stop its spread. And that includes completely shutting down our lives as we know it. That means no more going out to restaurants to enjoy a meal with friends. No more going to in-person schools, and no more enjoying a night out at the movies....
Botswana is a wildlife lover’s paradise, with national parks and reserves covering more than a third of the country’s terrain. Time-lapse cinematographer Tyler Fairbank spent eight days touring Botswana, visiting Chobe National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, the Okavango Delta, the Kalahari Desert, and the Makgadikgadi Pan, which is home to meerkats among other species. The meerkats are so accustomed to humans they’ll even climb on top of your head and use you as a lookout point to scout for predators, Fairbank told Travel + Leisure....
While rental homes allow for more privacy and the ability to stay with friends and family in one space, they can lack the convenience that comes with staying at a hotel. That’s where StayMarquis comes in, offering full-service rental homes that include concierge services and rental and booking management to assist both travelers and homeowners with a seamless stay. Founders Bryan Fedner and Alex Goldstein started the company after their own experiences with unreliable home listings, renting a property through Craigslist in 2009 that was advertised as an eight-bedroom home with a pool but in reality was a three-bedroom home with a pool that was closed....
Philadelphia is a city known for its cheesesteaks and hoagie subs, but sometimes the best local food can come from unexpected places. Chef Mike Solomonov is a local expert who guides viewers on a food tour in the latest edition of Walk With T+L to discover some hidden gems across the city. Solomonov’s first stop is Down North Pizza, which puts a spin on thin East coast pies by offering up a delectable deep dish thick crust instead....
Bargain airline travel just got a whole lot less flexible. With leisure travelers returning to the skies across the country, U.S. airlines are bringing back pre-pandemic restrictions on basic economy fares. Passengers traveling on Alaska Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines can no longer make any changes to basic economy tickets. The restriction applies to basic economy bookings made on or after May 1. American Airlines was the first to bring back these restrictions, making domestic basic economy tickets purchased on or after April 1, 2021 nonchangeable as well as nonrefundable....
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando are no longer requiring temperature checks upon entry, a protocol originally implemented due to COVID-19. “Following the advice of the CDC and our local health officials, we will phase out onsite temperature screenings at Walt Disney World Resort for Cast Members beginning May 8 and Guests on May 16,” Disney World announced on its website. At Universal Orlando, temperature checks have already been dropped, according to the park’s safety guidance, and social distancing lengths have reduced from six to three feet....
“Stay there, stay there!” We quietly willed the pangolin to wait in the bush. The ant-eating mammal couldn’t see what we could: it was pushing blearily through the vegetation, right into an awaiting lion’s paws. As the pangolin quickly curled into a tight, armored ball, the young male lion gnawed at its impenetrable scales, until he tired of the game. Cautiously, the pangolin unfurled and attempted to shuffle away, but the big cat immediately pounced back on his new toy....
South Carolina’s oldest city, Charleston, continues to impress visitors with its rich history and continuous reinvention, making it this year’s top U.S. city for our World’s Best Awards. The city rankings are based on ratings from Travel + Leisure’s readers on a variety of factors that include a destination’s landmarks, culture, cuisine, value, and more. Known as the “Holy City” thanks to the many church steeples across its skyline, Charleston continues to be a beloved destination amongst travelers....
If you have to rush to the airport at 6 a.m. to catch an early morning flight, the ease of finally settling into your seat might be enough to send you immediately to sleep. However, snoozing during takeoff and landing is not what’s best for your health, according to MedlinePlus, a health information site by the National Library of Medicine. Doing so could create a number of health issues, including permanent damage to your ears....
A 22-year-old man was arrested at Baltimore Washington International Airport on Wednesday after attempting to bring a gun on a plane. When questioned about the firearm, he said he didn’t know it was inside his bag because his mother packed it, according to LocalDVM. The traveler has been charged with illegal possession of a firearm, violating airport security rules and bringing a firearm into an airport. The punishment for discovery of a loaded firearm is up to $9,800 and a criminal referral....
Timing can be everything when looking for a rental car—you might find a low rate, say at $25 per day, but if you sit and wait for a lower price, you may miss out on a deal. But there are other secret ways to find the best price. Use these three insider strategies—and maybe even score an upgrade. Try Lesser-Known Sites The least competitive deal might be the one you find on your car-rental company’s site....
Summer’s here and there’s no better time to curate a well-appointed carry-on suitcase for your upcoming travels. Whether you’re ready to splurge on brand new gear in anticipation of an upcoming girls trip, or simply want to discover fashionable and fun products to make future packing endeavors that much more enjoyable, look no further. As a seasoned traveler who also happens to be a fashion editor, I pride myself on packing like a pro, consistently bringing only a carry-on roller bag for trips near and far....
A tourist crashed a drone onto the roof of a 15th-century building in Rome known for its history as the site of dictator Benito Mussolini’s speeches. The Argentinian tourist crashed the drone onto the roof of the historic Palazzo Venezia at about 7 p.m. on April 23, CNN reported on Thursday, citing the Carabinieri police. Carabinieri Captain Matteo Alborghetti told the network the tourist “was probably unaware of the ban on drone overflight” over Rome and the Vatican, adding that, “Fortunately, there were no repercussions, no one was hurt, and the roof of Palazzo Venezia was not damaged....
Daredevils looking to get a mesmerizing view over Paris could have the lucky chance to take a zip line off of the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Perrier is back with its popular attraction, Smash Perrier, inviting people to whizz from the monumental tower to the 18thcentury École Militaire, this June. The attraction is opening to align with both the French Open, which takes place through June 9, and the 130th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower this year, inviting lucky winners to take a ride at speeds of 90 km (about 56 miles per hour)....
Air India is putting its cabin crew on a low-fat diet. In a memo to staff on Sunday, the airline announced that “an initiative has been taken by the Director (operations) to revise the in-flight food menu for the crew members,” according to The Times of India. The “special low-fat diet meal” was devised to “provide light and healthy meal with a home (Indian) touch.” Sample meals include a mushroom egg white omelet, vegetarian oats and besan chilla (a sort of savory pancake)....
Travel is going to be messy in the coming days as airlines prepare for Winter Storm Landon which is expected to drop snow, sleet, and freezing rain across a 2,000-mile swath of the U.S. More than 3,000 flights have already been canceled throughout the country while hundreds more have been delayed, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware. The site’s “Misery Map” is surging at Chicago O’Hare International Airport where nearly 500 flights have been canceled and a winter storm warning is in effect through at least 6 p....
Castropignano, a medieval village carved into the hills about 140 miles southeast of Rome, is joining the growing list of Italian towns selling their vacant homes for as little as €1. Many of Castropignano’s €1 homes boast river views, according to CNN, but buyers will have to do some work before they can sit back and enjoy those vistas. Like Italy’s other bargain houses, Castropignano’s €1 homes require significant restoration and remodeling....
Island bliss often taunts in the form of a crystal clear desktop screensaver—a palm tree over a lounge chair, a stone’s skip from where the water’s edge is lapping at the sand. It’s a far cry from your cold office and seems even further. Yet, there’s a place where bliss awaits not at one secluded resort or private beach, but on the more than 60 small, tropical islands and cays that comprise the British Virgin Islands (BVI, a British overseas territory)....
