It sounds like a middle school math problem—how do you get from point A to point B? When you’re on your home turf, it’s easy to figure out the geometry, but when you’re in a new city traveling can involve some serious calculations. If you’re too tired or nervous to try the local subway or bus route, it’s tempting to jump in a cab to get across the city. There are 196 countries in the world and most of them have their own norms when it comes hailing a cab....
“Congratulations! You’re the winner!” This was real, not some pesky pop-up ad. I’d won Travel + Lesiure’s photo contest. The prize? A dream trip to Thailand, including stays at some of the best resorts in Southeast Asia. When I took off from Chicago on my trip, the wind chill index was -50ºF. It was the perfect time to escape the city, and two long flights later I landed in Thailand. Goodbye, -50ºF....
If you feel like you weren’t very productive during those first months of lockdown, perhaps you just need some inspiration from someone who used that time quite well. Enter Mayim Bialik. The actress who first entered our lives playing a young Bette Midler in “Beaches” before going on to achieve worldwide fame as everyone’s favorite precocious, sunflower-wearing teenager “Blossom,” used her time of sheltering in place very wisely. It’s not surprising considering that instead of riding the coattails of 90s teen idol fame after “Blossom “ended she went to UCLA and earned a degree in neuroscience before going on to receive her Ph....
Miami’s architectural legacy is usually associated with the city’s colorful version of the art deco movement from the 1920s and 1930s, as the city is home to the largest concentration of “resort architecture” from that era. But the Magic City has no shortage of statement modernist-inspired residences, and one of them just hit the market for $18.9 million. Daniel Petroni for The Carroll Group Located on the prestigious Venetian Islands in Miami, this show-stopping structure was conceived by Peter Bohlin, the award-winning architect behind the glass-cubed concept for the Apple stores, Seattle’s City Hall, and the restoration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic The Barn at Fallingwater....
With actor Neil Patrick Harris as the master of ceremonies, dozens of vaccinated seniors were flown from southern Florida to the New York area for a special event to reunite with their families after more than a year apart due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The emotional reunions, part of an effort from United Airlines, Marriott Bonvoy, and Clear, joined the 34 Florida seniors with their children, grandchildren, siblings, and more from across the tri-state area, the companies shared with Travel + Leisure....
Check out this futuristic eye candy. Design firm Foster + Partners has proposed a 137-mile network of elevated bicycle lanes over commuter rail lines in London. Dubbed the SkyCycle, it could accomodate up to 12,000 cyclists per hour, making getting into and around the city a breeze. When will we be able to go for a spin on the SkyCycle? London’s mayor supported the idea when he met with the SkyCycle team back in 2012, so there’s hope that the city will take Foster’s plans seriously....
Patrick Dempsey, the famed TV doctor from Grey’s Anatomy and real-life cancer advocate, knows the state of Maine like the back of his hand. And that makes sense considering Dempsey — who recently confirmed he’ll be returning in the sequel to “Enchanted,” — was born there. To show his love for his home state, the actor teamed up with Poland Spring Origin, the premium 100% natural spring water from Maine, to share a little about his own origins....
This year’s World’s Best Awards survey closed on March 2, just before widespread stay-at-home orders were implemented as a result of COVID-19. The results reflect our readers’ experiences before the pandemic, but we hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your trips to come — whenever they may be. Traveling in sub-Saharan Africa isn’t all game reserves and safari glamour. There are tented camps and giraffe sightings galore for those who want them, but beyond the continent’s wild places, a bevy of relaxing resorts stand by should visitors find themselves itching to escape the Land Rover for a few days....
The right piece of luggage will not only make navigating through a crowded airport so much easier, but it’ll also make packing less stressful. And if you can find an option that gives you easy access to your belongings? Even better! That’s probably why so many Nordstrom shoppers are fans of the Timbuk2 Copilot Wheeled Carry-on Suitcase. Made with a durable nylon exterior, the rolling suitcase features two sturdy skateboard wheels that reviewers say are ultra-quiet and easy to maneuver....
Get your air conditioners and fans ready, because this summer is going to be a scorcher. The Weather Channel has shared its first long-term outlook for the weather this summer, and it’s looking like it’s going to be rather toasty from coast to coast, particularly in the western and central portions of the United States. “A hotter than average June through August is expected from the West Coast to the Mississippi Valley and western Great Lakes,” The Weather Channel shared in a blog post....
This summer belongs to the great outdoors. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, travelers are looking to take more socially distant and domestic vacations. And that translates to one thing: Camping around the United States. But don’t worry all you luxury lovers, as there are plenty of glamorous options for you, too, including a stay with Huttopia, the French glamping pioneer. Courtesy of Huttopia For more than two decades, Huttopia has welcomed guests to its various glamping spots around North America....
Made with a faux leather exterior and a polyurethane upper, the waterproof boots are designed to keep your feet warm and dry through all types of conditions. Whether you’re trekking through snow or slush, you’ll appreciate the sealed construction of the shoes that keeps chilly elements out and the faux fur lining for added warmth. Aside from the durable build, the boots don’t skimp on style either, with a knit collar around the ankle opening and a quilted diamond pattern on the sides that’s comparable to expensive options from brands like Sperry or Skechers....
Queen Elizabeth’s holiday decor is the gift that keeps on giving this festive season. In early December, royal officials unveiled the absolutely stunning decorations at Windsor Castle. Though the castle is always decorated for the season, it appears staffers went the extra mile this year as the Queen and her husband, Prince Philip, will be hunkering down in the castle all season long. Though the entire castle’s decor is worth viewing, it’s a few specific decorations on the trees outside the castle that have everyone buzzing....
Get out your tongs, gather your marinades, and tie your apron on: It’s almost grilling season. And Omaha Steaks is here to celebrate. In May, Omaha Steaks announced it’s going big this grilling season, and it all begins with a once-in-a-lifetime weekend getaway for meat-lovers with a “Staycation turned Steakation.” In June, the company will provide one steak-loving guest (and three of their friends or family members) the chance to stay in its “steak-a-delic loft” in the heart of the Old Market neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska, which comes covered in the best grilling decor....
If you fear that the Polar Express won’t be pulling up to your house any time soon, one Florida hotel has the next best thing. Caribe Royale Orlando has created a new holiday tradition this year with the “Caribe Royale North Pole Express” — a 32-foot model train completely made of chocolate. Courtesy of The Caribe Royale Done by executive pastry chef Joshua Cain, the confection is made from 1,600 pounds of chocolate — complete with smokestacks, passengers, and a red caboose....
If you’ve just started a new relationship, odds are things feel pretty exciting. You get butterflies every time you see that person and agonize on how to reply with the perfect text. You want to spend all the time you can with your new love — and may even be thinking about booking a romantic vacation together. However, no matter how great things are going, you may want to hold off just a little while before buying two seats together for a long weekend getaway....
Budget travelers in the U.S. may soon have more options. Andrew Levy, the former chief financial officer of United Airlines, is now CEO of a new, planned carrier. XTRA Airways, WBUR reported, may soon begin operating in the United States to help carry travelers across both the nation and the world at rock-bottom prices. “There’s a lot of room for more airplane seats in the United States,” Levy told Here & Now, which also reported on the airline’s future launch....
A brand new theme park is coming to Orlando, Florida. Universal’s Epic Universe will join Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay water park as the latest expansion of the Florida theme park resort. Details and an initial rendering of Universal’s Epic Universe were released at a press conference, showing the large and impressive park for the very first time. Early artwork confirms a large-scale hotel will debut as part of the new Epic Universe theme park, which will contain a multitude of water features and central walkways leading out to different lands....
I’d never been away from Africa for as long as I had over these past 10 tedious months. So, as I watched the blood-orange sunrise from my plane window as we descended into Nairobi recently, I couldn’t hold back the tears. The emotional exhaustion of this year all seemed to release with my arrival home in Africa, this big-sky country, which never fails to grip my soul. I felt a newfound humility — and the thrill of simply being alive....
Take a look at your boarding pass. Notice anything in particular? Probably just a bunch of numbers and letters that you have no idea what they mean. All those numbers and letters on a boarding pass are there for a reason. Every little number group is there to give airlines data about you. But how do you know if these numbers are secure from people you’d like to hide your personal information from?...
