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Summer is upon us, and as the days grow longer and the mercury rises, my mind can’t help but drift to the outdoors. Deadlines and other real-world responsibilities be damned; I want to throw my hair up in a ponytail, escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and feel the grass between my toes. Camping is, of course, the most effective Rx for communing with nature. But between labor-intensive campfire meal prep and back-to-back application of DEET, I don’t always want to deal with the hassle of roughing it....

No matter what time of the year you’re heading off to your next adventure, there’s one mantra you should always follow: “Pack comfy shoes.” Whether you opt to wear a jumpsuit or leggings for your travel outfit, you can’t head out without your trusty pair of shoes, which is something I’ve learned after years of travel — having a comfortable pair of shoes is key for any travel hiccups that may arise....

The United Kingdom has suspended all travel corridors, which previously allowed travelers from certain countries to enter England without the need to quarantine. Now, all travelers arriving in England from outside the UK, Ireland, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man will be required to either self-isolate for 10 days or test out of quarantine after five days, according to the government. The travel corridor, which was suspended on Jan....

Two years ago, a space-bound weather balloon was sent off on its adventure with a GoPro in tow. After about one-and-a-half hours of fly time and more than 98,000, the weather balloon burst, sending the camera plummeting back down to Earth—but not before it caught some pretty amazing footage. The camera’s task was to capture video of the Grand Canyon that could be later experimented with using a new camera technique called fluid lensing—essentially a process to clear optical distortion from photographs—that was created by one of the team members that launched the balloon....

A Virginia-based beer company wants to pay one lucky brew lover $20,000 to hike the Appalachian Trail as part of the ultimate socially-distanced ‘workcation.’ Devils Backbone Brewing Company is looking to hire a CHO or “Chief Hiking Officer” to hike through 14 states, from Georgia to Maine, in the spring of 2021, the company shared with Travel + Leisure. The applicant has to love hiking since they will likely be hiking most days (there are more than 2,000 miles to cover) for about five to eight months — but don’t worry, there will be plenty of beer along the way....

Is there anything better than Nutella, “the most popular and iconic hazelnut spread in the world?” Well, Yes — Hilary Duff teaching you her absolute favorite ways to eat Nutella. Sounds like something you’d be interested in? You’re in luck because the Younger star is doing just that. To celebrate World Nutella Day on Feb. 5, Nutella and Duff are teaming up to give 5 lucky people the chance to join the real-life Lizzie McGuire for a virtual cooking experience, plus a $1,000 gift card from Williams Sonoma....

Reviewing high-quality hotels sounds like a dream job for any travel lover, including the canine kind. According to Metro, Hotels.com is looking for the perfect critic to review the best pet-friendly hotels across the globe. One catch, though: they’re not looking for your typical human reviewer. This job is specifically for your dog. Surprisingly, dogs need vacations just as much as humans do. Graeme Hall, a dog behaviorist, told the Daily Mail in 2018: “Dogs feel overwhelmed, too — it’s not exclusive to us — and a holiday is a great way to alleviate stress for both dogs and their owners....

The White House blocked the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s attempt to extend its “No-Sail Order” on cruise ships in U.S. waters until next year, according to reports,. The order has been pushed to the end of October instead. The “No-Sail Order,” which prevents “cruise ships with the capacity to carry at least 250 passengers in waters subject to U.S. jurisdiction” from sailing, has been in effect since March, and extended multiple times, was set to expire on Thursday....

Airbnb CEO announced the company will pay $250 million to hosts to help them recoup money that was lost due to coronavirus-related cancellations. Airbnb will pay each host 25 percent of their individual cancellation policies for any canceled reservation with a check-in date from March 14 to May 31, Brian Chesky, Airbnb’s cofounder and CEO, said in a letter posted on Monday where he acknowledged that travelers are unable to leave their homes....

On any given weekday during the tourist season, White Bay on Jost van Dyke is ground zero for everything that’s boozy and buzzy about the British Virgin Islands. Charter catamarans are often jammed into rows like tailgaters in front of the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar, home of the Painkiller cocktail, and rafters are draped with college football pennants, courtesy of BVI’s backslapping neighbor to the (far) north. Not today. I’d seen White Bay empty like this once before, shortly after Hurricane Irma whipped through, leveling nearly everything on the beach....

Sedona, Arizona, is a destination that will capture your heart from the moment you arrive. The gorgeous red rocks surrounding the city will envelop you in a hug, the food will fill your belly and soul, and the local community will leave you smiling for weeks after you leave. It’s a place that deserves a spot high on your list of must-see destinations and one you’ll want to return to over and over again....

Spanning 3,500 square miles of wilderness across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, Yellowstone National Park is among the most famous of our national treasures. With natural wonders and a diverse range of roaming wildlife, including bears, moose, wolves, bison, elk, otters, and antelope, there’s always something fascinating to see at the park. As of publication, the park is completely closed to visitors due to the novel coronavirus pandemic. The National Park Service stated, “In consultation with local county health officers to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the park is closed to all visitors until further notice....

A jaguar stepped onto the dirt road in front of us and approached our group slowly, the pads of her enormous feet moving inaudibly. Then, in one graceful swoosh, she flicked the tip of her tail and glanced over her shoulder before slinking into the underbrush. It wasn’t even 8 a.m. and I’d already seen a wild jaguar. And you can too. The mostly flat, seasonally-flooded Pantanalgrasslands cover more than 81,000 square miles in Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay....

Between cramped seating and disappearing amenities, it feels like you have to claw your way to the smallest victories in economy air travel. But sometimes, major airlines can surprise you. Passengers flying Delta between Portland, Oregon and Tokyo, Japan will be part of the airline’s new test to bring three-course meals to economy passengers, according to Chicago Business Journal. Attempting to make a long-haul flight feel a bit more luxurious, the airline is testing out a new restaurant experience in the main cabin....

Dr. Anthony Fauci has yet another gift for the world: He’s giving the 3D COVID-19 model he leaned on to help Congress better understand the virus to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. “I think when you reach a certain stage, you have things that are more valuable to the general public than they are to you keeping them,” Fauci said in a statement. The model was made at the National Institutes of Health with a 3D printer....

For the first time in its history, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced that will be opening its doors for tourism by issuing an electronic visa for visitors coming from 49 countries — including the United States. Anyone over the age of 18 can apply for an eVisa. It costs approximately $120 and is valid for a period of one year with an option for multiple entry, and permits a maximum stay of 90 days in the country....

We have a unique way in which we communicate with each other in the Black community. It’s an interpersonal experience that happens among neighbors, distant cousins, and longtime friends. We often need to see each other, laugh, bond, and embrace over things like food. That’s where the Cookout comes in. It’s a joyous event that celebrates our advancements, growth, and kinship. An integral part of how the Cookout executes is through the music, traditions, and cuisine....

Hawaii is a near-perfect honeymoon or anniversary destination, of course, but the Aloha State can also be fun with the kids. Logistically, it’s a breeze, allowing you to delve into a unique culture and landscape without having to juggle everyone’s passports, go through customs, or deal with currency exchanges. Kids also provide a constant excuse to get out there and try something you never would have if it was just you and your significant other....

There’s a monumental beauty to the Faroes, a necklace of 18 volcanic isles in the North Atlantic between Norway, Scotland, and Iceland. Jagged cliffs drop into fjords, waterfalls spray toward the sky on gusty winds, and thick fog envelops stark moorlands (the Faroese language has 40 words for the meteorological phenomenon). It’s tempting to get lost amid these landscapes while imagining yourself a shepherd or a Viking settler. The idyllic village Gjogv is the most northern village on the island of Eysturoy....

It’s just before dawn, on the shortest, darkest day of the year. I’m parked underneath a street lamp at a gas station just east of the Tillamook State Forest. I’m here anxiously awaiting a rendezvous with a pair of Bigfoot trackers from the Bigfoot Research Organization (BFRO): Cindy Caddell and Russ Lockrem. Off to my right, a pair of headlights pierce the early morning fog. The lights slowly get bigger and brighter....