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It’s about to get easier to travel across Europe, at least for many Europeans. Beginning July 1, EU citizens will have the ability to move freely across its 27 member countries using a QR-code based COVID-19 travel certificate, according to a new agreement among European officials. The certificate could be presented on a smartphone or on paper and would show whether a traveler has been vaccinated, recently tested negative for coronavirus, or can prove they’ve recovered from COVID-19 and developed natural immunity....

Anyone who has ever traveled with a child knows the word “vacation” hardly applies. Depending on the child, it can be the opposite: When you remove routine and any regular help with childcare, a getaway with the family can be much more stressful than just heading into the office. So if you’re wondering how to make your next family vacation a relaxing experience for everyone (and especially you, mom), we’ve got a suggestion: An all-inclusive Western horse ranch....

George R.R. Martin is expanding his horizons — and no, we’re not talking about more books. The Game of Thrones author, along with Violet Crown cinema owner Bill Banowsky and National Dance Institute of New Mexico co-founder Catherine Oppenheimer, has purchased a defunct railway system in New Mexico, the Associated Press (AP) reported. The historic Santa Fe Southern Railroad spans 18-miles between Santa Fe and Lamy, according to the Santa Fe New Mexican....

Arizona’s famous Havasu Falls will be closed indefinitely following a Tribal Council vote. On Dec. 17, the Havasupai Tribal Council passed a resolution to keep the falls closed to visitors indefinitely, as a protective measure against COVID-19. The Supai Village has so far reported zero cases of COVID-19 and will keep the tourist attraction closed to prevent potential infections. “In order to further protect the health and welfare of the Havasupai people and tribal residents, the Council finds it necessary to continue the suspension of its tourism operation until further notice,” Chairwoman Eva Kissoon said in a statement, USA Today reported....

Travelers heading to Hawaii will now be required to fill out a mandatory application ahead of departure. The digital “Safe Travels” application requirement, which goes into effect Sept. 1, asks travelers to fill out health and travel information before their flight. They are then provided a QR code, which is scanned at the airport upon arrival to allow access to Hawaii. Volcanic rocks by the sea at Koko Head on Oahu Island in Hawaii....

Your favorite snack from the ’90s might be the best way to prepare for the future by offering some real estate that is –– shall we say –– out of this world. Space lovers who also enjoy tasty, bite-sized pizzas will have the chance to celebrate their two favorite things on May 26. In honor of the lunar eclipse, Bagel Bites is offering fans a chance at getting their own piece of the moon....

When Gage & Tollner reopened in Downtown Brooklyn in April 2021, on a stretch of Fulton Street largely occupied by fast-food chains, beauty supply shops, and cell phone stores, it didn’t just give the Brooklyn food scene a boost, but was a boon for architecture fans as well. The building, originally occupied by the restaurant from 1879-2004, is a landmarked exterior, and the restaurant’s dining room was only the third interior space in New York City to achieve landmark status, following the New York Public Library and Grant’s Tomb....

House plants can be so finicky. Even if we can find a friend who’s willing to take in the mail or walk our dog while we’re on vacation, plant moms and dads know how much of a gamble they’re taking when they leave their precious plants for more than a few days. But there are ways you can keep your plants alive without having to assume your friends will do the work for you....

Hotel points can be just as important as airline miles or credit card points when it comes to mapping out your travel rewards strategy. Not only can travelers earn and redeem hotel points for stays all over the world, but they can often also convert points into airline miles or exchange them for unique experiences like concerts and private dinners. Wyndham Rewards is one of the largest hotel loyalty programs in the world....

Luxury real estate is all about having a wow factor that seals the deal. Whether that’s a suspended infinity pool, a private beach in the Caribbean, or a unique location, high-end properties have something — or many things — most homes don’t. But when it comes to completely one-of-a-kind features, an enormous mural by Caravaggio ranks pretty high in our book. One lucky buyer can own the only home in the world with a mural by the famous Italian Renaissance artist if the $547 million price tag is not an issue....

Sit next to Jessica Alba on a long flight and she may just hand you an extra sheet mask. “I’m not at all ashamed of a facemask,” the actress said of her flying routine during a recent interview with Travel + Leisure. “I definitely look like a serial killer from an 80’s movie…I’ll do all the masks, I’ll wear all the creams.” As traveling for work — and for fun — has made its way back into her schedule, Alba, who was speaking on a panel for AT&T 5G about the importance of high-speed connectivity and bandwidth, said that along with her in-flight skincare, she’s excited to stay connected with her family wherever she goes....

LaGuardia Airport’s new Terminal B, the latest iteration of the airport’s long-planned revamp, will open to the public this week, New York’s Gov. Andrew Cuomo unveiled. The terminal, which will open on Saturday even as COVID-19 continues to impact air travel, will be used for American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Air Canada, according to Cuomo’s office. It is the latest renovation to be completed in an airport that has notoriously been made fun of throughout the years and even spoofed on in a Saturday Night Live sketch....

NASA made history on Monday when its Ingenuity helicopter successfully completed its first flight on Mars. In the space agency’s first flight on another planet, the helicopter rose about 10 feet off the ground and hovered in the air for 30 seconds for a combined total flight time of 39 seconds. The short event marked a “major milestone,” according to NASA, as “the very first powered flight in the extremely thin atmosphere of Mars....

UPDATE: On Thursday, July 29, the Russian Nauka module, which had just arrived to the International Space Station (ISS) that morning, inadvertently fired its thrusters due to a malfunction, causing the ISS to lose control of its position. NASA and Roscosmos teams, as well as the crew onboard the ISS, were able to stop the station’s uncontrolled spin and bring it back to a stable position. As such, the Starliner OFT-2 mission that was scheduled to take place on Friday, July 30, has been postponed while the ISS undergoes system checks to verify its readiness to receive the spacecraft....

The coronavirus pandemic has New York City rethinking what public transportation will look like in the future. Ridership on the subways is down about 80 percent year over year, with more and more people choosing to walk or bike whenever they need to travel in order to remain socially distant from others. Because of this, the city is finally starting to take pedestrian safety more seriously and may one day soon build a bridge between Midtown Manhattan and Long Island City meant just for those traveling on two feet....

If you’re planning a Hawaiian vacation soon and hope to rent a car to get around, you might want to think again. With much of the Aloha State easing its travel restrictions, visitor numbers — and rental car prices — are skyrocketing. During the pandemic, rental car companies were forced to sell vehicles and thin out their fleets when a lack of visitors left them with nowhere to park all of the unused cars....

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. While several countries are represented on this year’s South American resort list, one country — and specifically one region — has the largest representation....

The Delsey Paris Titanium Hardside Expandable 19-inch Carry-on is a particularly space-saving option, since many carry-on suitcases measure between 20 and 22 inches. But for travelers looking for a lightweight bag that’s easy to maneuver and fit into nearly any overhead bin on an airplane or train, you’ll want to check out this bag. It’s made with a durable polycarbonate shell that will keep your belongings inside secure while resisting scratches and scuffs, and it has 2 inches of expansion if you need extra space....

Bright comets, sparkling shooting stars, a rare Halloween blue moon, and breathtaking eclipses have made 2020 an exciting year for stargazers, but it’s not over yet. Rounding out the year is a final full moon — called the Full Cold Moon — which will rise on the evening of Dec. 29, 2020, reaching peak illumination at 10:30 p.m. EST, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. You don’t need any special equipment to spot the moon, but if you want to take your backyard stargazing to the next level, consider investing in a telescope or a good pair of binoculars....

Have you ever wanted to own your own village? Well, your dream can come true, but it might be just a little smaller than you imagined. Roadside America in Shartlesville, a popular Pennsylvania attraction known as “the world’s greatest indoor miniature village,” is for sale for $2.3 million. ZUMA Press, Inc./Alamy Since the 1930s, visitors have flocked to the roadside attraction to gaze at the massive (but miniature) village depicting America from pioneer days to the mid-20th century....