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More than 100 years after the first human flight, airplanes remain a mechanical marvel that very few of us actually understand. And while it’s not necessary to understand the airplane in order to enjoy its benefits, this lack of knowledge can cause irrational fears for some nervous flyers. Why Airports Have Carpet For example, during turbulence, the wings may appear to shake outside the window. In a particularly turbulent storm, some may imagine that the wings bend so much, they could snap off....

Even better, the 10 most popular items that Travel + Leisure readers bought on Black Friday are marked down again today — so you have a second chance to score these best-sellers for a fraction of the original price. Planning for upcoming trips seems to be top of mind for many of our readers since plenty of travel-ready items made the list, like this top-rated Travelpro spinner suitcase and the Apple AirPods Pro....

If you’re looking for a big-city getaway with a dose of Southern charm, it’s hard to beat Atlanta, Georgia. Home to incredible museums, several professional sports teams, and one of the world’s busiest airports, there are plenty of things to do in Atlanta that travelers of all ages will enjoy. Here, we’ve gathered 30 of the best things to do in Atlanta, ranging from presidential libraries to aviation museums, so you can start planning your next trip to ATL....

America has a vacation problem. Or a not-taking-vacation problem, to be more precise. Last year, 54 percent of U.S. workers left an astounding 662 million vacation days unused, according to The State of American Vacation study from Project: Time Off. The reason why all of those days were left on the table? “American workers hold fast to the belief that the path to career success requires sacrificing vacation and embracing work martyrdom,” according to the report, which also suggests that if those workers used just one more day off, it would drive $33 billion in economic impact....

Puerto Rico’s history, culture, food, and sunny shores have made the island a favorite travel destination for many years. Home to the oldest city in the United States, San Juan is a popular cruise port for visitors who want to experience the city, and many return to spend more time there and venture to other parts of the island as well. The mountains, rainforest, white-sand beaches, friendly people, and vibrant atmosphere are a few of Puerto Rico’s features that attract cruise fans....

Anti-UV fabric is the latest and greatest in wrinkle-free travel wear. Check out these seven versatile looks. Garde Cote III This solid three-quarter-sleeve shirt is versatile in either navy or white and can be worn with jeans or a skirt to take you from day to night. It’s fitted shape is flattering on the body and the anti-UV fabric is comfortable, functional and durable. Patch Stripe-Print Palazzo Pants These chocolate chip palazzos are perfect for a stroll through the Piazza Navona in Rome or for wearing poolside at the resort in Maui....

Aretha Duarte can proudly say she made history in 2021. In May, Duarte, a 37-year-old Brazilian woman, became the very first Black Latin American woman to climb Mount Everest. And, she was kind enough to document her entire journey on Instagram for her 36,000 followers. “On the 10th day of the mountain we arrive at Everest Base Camp (5,300 meters), where we will stay for most of the expedition, next 30-40 days,” Duarte wrote on Instagram alongside her first image from Everest Base Camp....

If a single word could be used to sum up the best urban hotels of Central and South America, that word might be grandeur. These properties often repurpose existing buildings, both secular and spiritual. The Sofitel Legend Santa Clara (No. 3) in Cartagena, Colombia, occupies a 17th-century monastery, complete with confessionals, a chapel, and crypts that all featured in a Gabriel García Márquez novel. (The rooms, however, embody contemporary colonial luxury....

It’s another blink-and-you’ll-miss-it flash sale from Southwest. Those who rush and book a flight before 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on Thursday, January 30 will be rewarded with prices from only $49. The deals, good for those looking to spice up their spring travel, include flights within the continental U.S. from February 11 through May 20. International flights are included from February 18 through March 5 and again April 14 through May 14....

Made with high-density memory foam, the reviewer-loved mattress pad has a moldable core that contours to your body, providing firm cushioning under your sleeping bag to the areas that need it. In fact, it’s so comfortable that one camper admitted they “sleep better on this than I do on my mattress at home.” The mattress pad also has a plush top that significantly boosts comfort, so much so that a reviewer said it “feels like I’m laying on my bed at home....

Last summer the travel industry entered “The Twilight Zone.” Seemingly in a flash, the social media accounts of luxury travel brands turned diverse, after years of being racially homogenous. Industry events diversified speaker line-ups, shaking up the status quo. Articles highlighting “top travel influencers to follow” suddenly featured people of color, who had for years been left out. “Up until June 2020, I was the girl nobody wanted to talk to — and now I’m the girl that everybody wants to talk to,” says Martinique Lewis, a travel diversity consultant and the president of the newly founded Black Travel Alliance....

A hidden universe of spectacular marine life awaits under the surface and above a 1,400-mile stretch of Australia’s northeastern coastline. Listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO since 1981, the Great Barrier Reef is an awe-inspiring destination that offers visitors a profound connection to nature. Despite mass coral bleaching events in the summers of 2016 and 2017 that badly damaged parts of the reef, much of the marine park — roughly the size of Japan — continues to thrive....

The Christmas holiday is just days away and yet things seem more uncertain than ever when it comes to traveling. But thankfully, that doesn’t mean it’s time to panic. Doctors say travelers should assess their own personal risk levels and determine travel plans accordingly — taking into account all the things they can do to keep themselves and others safe. “There’s still a lot of uncertainty,” Dr. Gigi Gronvall, a senior scholar at Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, told Travel + Leisure, but added, “There are things people can do to reduce risks even if they can’t be down to zero....

It’s no secret that people are aching to travel again as the coronavirus lockdowns ease across the country. If you’re one of those people who are hoping to plan a getaway this fall and winter, JetBlue Vacations is making travel a lot easier with a new buy-one-get-one free sale. Travelers who book one round-trip flight by Monday, July 27, will be able to enjoy a second round-trip flight for free when they book their flights and hotels together....

You have no more excuses to avoid streaming at-home workouts. Elisha Nochomovitz, who was supposed to run the Barcelona marathon earlier this month, took the race to his balcony in France instead, as the event was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 32-year-old, who took lockdown precautions in his town of Balma, France very seriously by not running outside, ran about 3,000 laps on his 23-foot long balcony with a total finish time of six hours and 48 minutes....

Mauritius, which offers visitors free renewable long-term visas, is adding another perk for those wanting to settle into paradise for a while: free COVID-19 vaccinations. The program is part of an effort to fully reopen the country’s borders. Mauritius, located in the Indian Ocean off the southeast coast of Africa, is one of the world’s smallest countries by size. It boasts nearly 100 miles of white, sandy beaches, one of the world’s largest coral reefs, two UNESCO World Heritage sites, and warm water....

In a time when many travel companies struggle to stay afloat, South Africa is set to debut a new airline that will offer domestic flights starting this winter. There’s only one thing missing for the big launch: a name for the new carrier. Instead of seeking the advice of business professionals, the airline has turned to the public, launching a competition to find the best name. The grand prize winner will be awarded the highly appropriate (and valuable) prize of one year of free travel....

Puerto Rico’s Caribe Hilton wants to make sure you can have a taste of the island even if you’re stuck at home this holiday season. The iconic resort, located in San Juan, partnered with Coquito NYC, a company that says it’s a “celebration of Hispanic holiday traditions that bring people together,” to create “coquito-grams” that can be sent to loved ones to toast to the holidays. For those of you who’ve missed out, coquito is a traditional Christmas drink that originated in Puerto Rico that comes backed with delicious coconut flavor....

Reducing screen time is almost always a good idea — one that even our devices are trying to get us to do with usage reminders and time limits. But in a world where many people work all day from their computers, communicate with friends and family via text and FaceTime, and wind down with social media or their favorite streaming service, it’s hard to get away from our electronics. But what if a $25,000 prize were on the line?...

A lot has been discussed about the new book, “Finding Freedom”, which provides an inside look at the true story of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s pathway out of the royal spotlight. While many people are focusing on the salacious details about life inside the royal family, we’re more interested in this absolutely brilliant packing hack Meghan reportedly uses for all her trips. The Daily Mail excerpted the following passage from the book about Meghan’s packing prior to her first trip to Africa with her then boyfriend, Prince Harry:...