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Life’s A Beach in Hua Hin
Dec 19, 2022 “LIFE’S A BEACH”, says the old adage, and all those sun lovers and beach bums out there need look no further than Hua Hin, Thailand’s first beach resort destination. However, there’s heap more to the coastal city than just stretches of powdery golden sand. It’s also got its roots steeped deep in history, while embodying contemporary Thailand.
Hilton Is Racing to Put a Peloton Bike in Each of Their U.S. Hotels
By Jamie Aranoff Oct 27, 2022 THE PELOTON BANDWAGON is coming to a high-end hotel near you. Well, if you’re in the States. Hilton plans to have at least one Peloton bike in each of their 5,400 U.S.A. locations’ fitness centers as part of their new collab with the fitness brand. Each bike will include access to Peloton’s instructors and themed rides.
The 14 Best Places to Eat in Miami Right Now, Plus 2 Fab Hotels
By Adam Erace Oct 26, 2022 “THERE’S A RESTAURANT HERE?” Perplexed, my driver turns down a street in the North Miami neighborhood of Golden Glades and follows it toward a dead end, a tent, some picnic tables, and a smoker. A canopy of pines and staghorn ferns seems intent on swallowing them all. There is a restaurant, yes—Drinking Pig BBQ —but only on Sundays.
Review: Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa, and Its New Massive Overwater Reef Residence
By Duncan Forgan Oct 26, 2022 YOU MIGHT NOT CONNECT a sense of commonality with an 895-square-meter personal estate where space—and lots of it—is one of the defining features. But Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa’s show-stopping Overwater Reef Residence was conceptualized as a way of bringing people together in an era where the distance between loved ones has been both pointed and poignant.
Review: Setsu Niseko
By Karryn Miller Oct 25, 2022 THERE IS A CLASSIC Chinese Tang Dynasty poem, “Setsu Getsu Ka,” that invokes the beauty and purity of setsu (snow), as well as seasons: getsu (moon) in reference to autumn, and ka (flowers) as experienced in spring. Nestled near the base of one of Japan’s—perhaps one of the world’s—greatest powder playgrounds, with floor-to-ceiling windows letting in nature and photography reflecting it on the walls, the new Setsu Niseko embraces its name in full.
This Cruise Line Is Giving Away Free Land Tours For Their 2023 Sailings
By Alison Fox Oct 24, 2022 OCEANIA CRUISES IS HELPING travelers immerse themselves in the destinations they visit with free land tours on sailings across the globe. The complimentary pre- or post-cruise add-on tours are included on 15 different sailings heading to Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and beyond, the company shared with Travel + Leisure, for travelers who book their cruise by January 8, 2023.
Best Spots for Book Lovers in Asia
By Neil Armstrong Oct 22, 2022 SOME PEOPLE LIKE BRINGING books on vacation. Others find that buying books during their travels makes the perfect experience or souvenir. Luckily for those in the latter category, Asia has, from the bright lights of cities-that-never-sleep to rustic streets, intriguing bookstores, shops and libraries that are—shall we say?—bound to suit every reader’s mood and all the best titles.
Where to Stay, Eat and Drink During the 2022 Hong Kong Sevens, and How to Recover After
By Chris Dwyer Oct 21, 2022 DON’T SIT IN GROUPS of more than eight.Only remove your mask to drink. No food will be served… anywhere inside the stadium. With people imbibing let’s just say ‘substantial’ amounts of alcohol—what could possibly go wrong? It’s safe to say that the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens—that legendary, debauched drinkfest and 72-hour party that used to be an annual must-visit for thousands of global fans—looks a very different proposition in 2022.
The Best Mosquito Nets to Protect You From Dengue and Malaria
By Todd Plummer Oct 21, 2022 NOT ONLY DO MOSQUITO BITES cause itching and inflammation, they can also be vectors of serious diseases such as malaria and other blood-borne illnesses. Mosquito nets are one of the best tools for protecting yourself from these dangerous insects. But not all mosquito nets are created equal — there’s a big difference between the decorative ones you see at a tropical resort and the type that you should bring with you on a backpacking trek through the wilderness.
Now You Can Eat Real Singaporean Street Food in a Hawker Center in New York City
By Stefanie Waldek Oct 20, 2022 THE FIRST SINGAPOREAN hawker center has opened in New York City today, bringing some of the world’s most famous street food and one of its most distinct type of dining experiences to the Big apple. Self-proclaimed street food guru and entrepreneur KF Seetoh just opened a 17-vendor market in Midtown Manhattan called Urban Hawker. It’s meant to mirror the iconic, UNESCO-protected hawker centers in Singapore and is the first such hawker center in the United States.
Top 10 Napa Wineries for Delicious Tastings and Beautiful Views
By Lindsay Cohn Oct 19, 2022 OENOPHILES HAVE BEEN MAKING the pilgrimage to Napa Valley since the 1970s. Encompassing the city of Napa, as well as quaint towns like Rutherford, Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga, this epicurean hot spot has gained even more notoriety in recent years, leading to a boom in tourism and widespread growth. Verdant vineyards extend in every direction. There are high-end hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, and a scenic wine train.
Next Year You Can Cruise With These James Beard Foundation-Recognized Chefs
By Paul Brady Oct 18, 2022 ONE OF THE WORLD’S BEST small-ship ocean cruise lines, as voted by Travel + Leisure readers, just announced a trio of trips that should thrill restaurant lovers, from the Pacific, to the Adriatic to the Caribbean. Windstar Cruises will host three big-time chefs in 2023 as part of the line’s continuing partnership with the James Beard Foundation.
This Southeast Asian City Is the World's Best for Expats in 2022
By Dobrina Zhekova Oct 17, 2022 AS THE DIGITAL NOMAD lifestyle has become increasingly popular, countries are competing to make it easier for foreign workers to move abroad. As a result, many people have packed their bags and set up home in a different place.
When's the Next Train, Is My Hotel Green and Is This Neighborhood Cool?
By Alison Fox Oct 17, 2022 GOOGLE IS EXPANDING its search options for all things travel, making it easier for travelers to search for a train and even check the “vibe” of a neighborhood or the eco-friendliness of a venue in its latest upgrade. Going forward, Google users will be able to see train schedules and prices if they search an origin and destination city in select countries around the world, Google shared with Travel + Leisure.
Why Washington, D.C., Is Now an Even Better Mecca For Us Space Nerds
By Rachel Chang Oct 14, 2022 ONE OF THE MOST popular Smithsonian Museums in Washington, D.C., the National Air and Space Museum, is launching to new heights as it reopens half of its main building today, October 14, with the debut of eight new and renovated exhibits, the planetarium, museum store, and Mars Café.
Islands of Plenty: In Fiji, Sustainable, Tropical-Luxury Travel Is Easy
By Jenny Hewett Oct 14, 2022 “IF YOU SEE FIJIANS go out in the morning, either to the sea or to the gardens, they will survive,” says Raymond Lee, executive chef at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in the marine mecca of Savusavu on Fiji’s Vanua Levu. Like many cultures reliant on tourism, staff returned to their villages during the pandemic and (re)learned how to live off the land. “When lockdown started, there was nothing else to do, so everyone started planting.
Best Maternity Leave Ever: Traveling With a Newborn and a 6-Year-Old
By Amelia Edelman Oct 13, 2022 IT’S A PARTICULARLY UNNERVING feeling to pack your days-old baby and your stitched-up self into the car to haul to an appointment — not at the pediatrician for baby’s first checkup, but at a post office outside the city for baby’s first passport. But I knew I had to start the process fast if I wanted to take advantage of this summer: the only few weeks of my life in which my new family of four would have a parent (me) not working, yet still earning a salary.
Now Trending for Next-Level Digital Nomads: #workfrommaldives
By Jenny Hewett Oct 12, 2022 AS FAR AS DISTRACTIONS GO, the piercing jewel tones of a Maldivian lagoon are right up there. I glance at my Macbook briefly, only for my gaze to be lured back to the moving meditation beyond my overwater villa. The clarity of the water is unlike anything I have ever seen. Fish dart under the deck. An email arrives. For many years, I’ve been dreaming of this destination, not quite believing it could look as impressive in real life as it does on Instagram feeds.
Home Cooks + Masterchefs Alike: Spend a Day at The Food School on Your Next Trip to Bangkok
By Megan Leon Oct 12, 2022 CRAZY DELICIOUS BANGKOK is making a play to be not just one of the world’s best places to eat, but also one of the coolest places to learn to cook, with the recent debut of The Food School.
Japan Has Finally Reopened to Independent Travelers - What to Know
By Stefanie Waldek Oct 11, 2022 JAPAN HAS REOPENED to international arrivals with just a few Covid restrictions. As of October 11, independent travelers can enter Japan without belonging to a tour group, most can go without a special visa, and as many as want to come are welcome. Travelers from around the world can enter Japan with proof of triple vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test result. Travelers from eligible nations can enter the country without a visa for short-term travel.
The Lakes Region Is a Glorious and Serene Secret of Turkey You Want In On
By Jennifer Hattam Photographed by Karem Uzel Oct 10, 2022 THE VERTIGINOUS view from Kremna, Turkey, in the western fringe of the rugged Taurus Mountains, tumbles down steep slopes past pine forests to emerge onto fields of wheat, barley and chickpeas far below. As I edged closer for a better look, it was clear to me how the ancient city had gotten its name: in Greek, the word kremnos means precipice.
We Can't Even With This OTT Luxury Yacht Four Seasons Has Just Announced
By Chadner Navarro Oct 10, 2022 THE HOSPITALITY ECOSYSTEM that Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been building since it opened its first property in 1961 expands beyond 124 luxury hotels in the world’s most desirable destinations. In 2015, it upped the ante with the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience, whisking discerning travelers on curated itineraries via the brand’s very own private jet.
If You Needed More Reasons to Visit Barcelona... These Are the World's Best Bars for 2022
By Megan Murphy Oct 7, 2022 SPIRITS WERE HIGH IN Barcelona this week as thousands of the world’s most esteemed mixologists and cocktail enthusiasts gathered to find out which bars around the globe earned a coveted spot on the World’s 50 Best Bars list for 2022. The prestigious ranking honors excellence across the international beverage industry, with 650 anonymous experts — including mixologists and bar owners — casting their votes based on the best overall bar experience.
Why New Zealand is the Ultimate Self-Care Vacation Destination
Story and photographs by Veronica Inveen Oct 7, 2022 IT’S JUST PAST 8 A.M. IN QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand, and the sun is beginning to peek over the snow-capped Remarkables mountain range. The sky is free of clouds and soft with the morning light. I’m standing in silence at the shores of Lake Wakatipu, where we’ve pulled off on the side of the road to take it all in. The frigid morning air is shocking and invigorating.
Jeweler Matthew Campbell Laurenza Shares the Best of His Bangkok Neighborhood
By David Ngo Oct 6, 2022 BANGKOK IS A CITY non-descript sois that have a knack of withholding secrets to even the most familiar of visitors. When sidestepping busy streets. you never really know what you might discover around the corner. One such rare discovery is MCL Design, a jewelry brand beloved of A-listers the likes of Taylor Swift, Blake Lively, Nicole Scherzinger, Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and Beyonce.
Yes, Electric Passenger Planes Are a Thing. Watch the First One Take Flight
By Alison Fox Oct 5, 2022 AN ALL-ELECTRIC PASSENGER PLANE took flight for the first time last week, making history in the effort to make zero-emissions aircrafts a commercial reality. The Alice plane, which is manufactured by Eviation Aircraft, took off on September 27 from Grant County International Airport in Washington State and flew for eight minutes, according to the company. The flight reached an altitude of 3,500 feet.
Aviation American Gin's Distillery Just Opened to the Public in Portland, Oregon — and Ryan Reynolds Will Give You a Tour | Travel+Leisure Asia
By Stacey Leasca Oct 5, 2022 RYAN REYNOLDS IS A busy guy. He has a wife and a family, owns a soccer team, is an A-list superhero, broadcasted his colonoscopy, and co-owns Aviation American Gin — which has just celebrated the grand opening of its very first public-facing distillery and visitor center in Portland, Oregon. Why Portland? “Of course it was Portland that gave the world Aviation American Gin,” Ryan Reynolds exclusively told Travel + Leisure.
These Luxury Brands Are Offering Access to Amazing Fine-Dining Experiences
By Leilani Maire Labong Oct 4, 2022 WHAT IF YOU COULD actually have breakfast at Tiffany’s, bypass thousands on the wait list at Noma in Copenhagen, or consume the pinnacle of Japanese ingredients drenched in Louis Vuitton in Tokyo? Now you can, as luxury brands expand their reach by tapping into a wave of interest in fine-dining and culinary experiences.
Our 8 Favorite Cantonese Fine-Dining Restaurants in Hong Kong
By Chris Dwyer Oct 3, 2022 THE PERFECT TRANSLUCENCY of skin enveloping pink shrimp in a har gow dumpling… The mahogany sheen of barbecued roast pork, hot from the cleaver… The incredible freshness of local fish, gently steamed to fall-apart tender, bathed simply in soy, spring onion and ginger… There are countless reasons to love the brilliant diversity of Cantonese food and nowhere does it better than – hallelujah! – recently reopened Hong Kong.
Thailand Was Already Open, But Now It's Totally Open Open. Here's What to Know
By Alison Fox Oct 1, 2022 NO MORE VACCINE or testing questions — Thailand has dropped the last of its remaining pandemic-related travel rules as of October 1 as the country ended its nationwide Covid-19 Emergency Decree. Plus, bonus for visa-exempt travelers to Thailand: they can stay in the country for longer than ever before. Visitors are no longer require to show proof of vaccination or proof of a negative test to enter, the Tourism Authority of Thailand confirmed to Travel + Leisure.
Misty Mountain Hop—Secret Thailand, Chiang Mai | Travel+Leisure Asia
By Duncan Forgan Sep 30, 2022 THE HILLS AROUND CHIANG MAI are full of magic,” says Phanuphol ‘Black’ Bulsuwan as he serves me up a multi-course feast that raids the local larder for a selection of vegetables, herbs and foraged goodies.
Our New Favorite Way to Gallery, Immersive Art Now Has Permanent Space in NYC
By Rachel Chang Sep 30, 2022 IMMERSIVE ART HAS BEEN trending with pop-up exhibits around the world, featuring the renown works of Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Frida Kahlo, and Leonardo da Vinci. And the newest digital art landmark, Hall des Lumières, opened this September, in downtown New York City.
These Delicious Gins Distill the Essence of Singapore Into a Glass
By Simon Willis Sep 30, 2022 ONE RECENT AFTERNOON I was sitting at a bar in downtown Singapore, eyeing a bottle suspiciously. I was there to meet Frank Shen and Simon Zhao, cofounders of Compendium, one of several new gin distilleries that have opened in the city. All of them are creating Southeast Asian twists on gin, but none takes it quite as far as Shen and Zhao.
We Want to Fly From Asia to Finland Just to Lounge in These Business Class Seats
By Marissa Carruthers Sep 29, 2022 IF YOU FANCY A DUSTING of snow this winter, news alert: Finnair is gearing up to introduce its elevated business class experience to flights from Bangkok and Phuket to Helsinki starting in October, following on the launch of their AirLounge pods on their Singapore to Helsinki route this month. This new style of seating is revolutionizing the traditional business-class landscape with comfy cushion-Lego lounge chairs that we are super psyched about.
A Delightful Dozen of the Best Hotels in Dubai
DESTINATIONS Australia Bhutan Burma Cambodia China Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Laos Macau Malaysia Maldives Middle East Nepal New Zealand Philippines Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand Vietnam Home Destinations Hotels & Resorts Hotels & Resorts From sleek modern marvels to mega resorts with underwater suites, this Middle Eastern megastar’s top hotels all succeed at excess.
All You Need to Know About Pickleball and the Best Gear of 2022
By Nathan Borchelt Sep 28, 2022 THE GAME OF PICKLEBALL — a sport that takes its cue from tennis, ping-pong, and badminton — has become one of the fastest-growing activities in the world. And with good reason: it’s a fast, fun, kinetic sport that’s easy to learn and even easier to improve. The best thing about pickleball is it’s not that hard to get started with just a court and few key pieces of gear.
Add This Sustainable, Locavore, Thai Drinking-Food Restaurant to Your Bangkok Meals Plan
By Megan Leon Sep 27, 2022 AS THE SAYING GOES, when one door closes, another opens and it’s quite literally the case for the rustic Thai eatery, Err Restaurant, which has awakened from a temporary slumber, taking over the space of the once-beloved Bangkok institution, Soul Food Mahanakorn, which closed last year.
Hong Kong Is Finally Reopen, But You Still Need to Take Some Tests. What to Know
By Alison Fox Sep 26, 2022 HONG KONG HAS ELIMINATED its mandatory three-day hotel quarantine and eased testing rules, effectively reopening to international tourists and ending one of the last strict pandemic-era travel quarantine measures left in the world. As of September 26, overseas travelers arriving at Hong Kong International Airport no longer need to quarantine in a hotel, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board. The policy had been in place for more than two years.
Review: Jumeirah Bali. We Checked In to the Ultra-Luxe Resort for a First Look
By Vincent Vichit-Vadakan Sep 26, 2022 LET’S JUST GET THIS OUT of the way: Jumeirah Bali is drop-dead gorgeous. The lobby looks like a corner of Aladdin’s fairytale palace, all white columns and tranquil pools of flowing water with views over the treetops all the way down to the sea.
The Eiffel Tower Is Now Going Dark an Hour Earlier Than Before
By Alison Fox Sep 23, 2022 THE SYMBOL OF THE City of Light, the Eiffel Tower is now turning its lights out an hour earlier in an effort to conserve energy. The iconic tower will now turn its lights off at 11:45 p.m., Paris’s Mayor Anne Hidalgo tweeted, as part of a citywide energy saving plan. The new lights-out time coincides with the time the tower usually closes to visitors, ceasing admission at 10:45 p.m. and closing an hour later, according to the landmark.
Review: The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong
By Kee Foong Sep 23, 2022 “LEARN TO DANCE LIKE a mermaid underwater!” the brochure says, promising a lesson on how to swim, twirl, flip and pose gracefully in a fishtail. It is an activity too good to refuse, but alas, I can’t do it. Not because aspiring mermen aren’t allowed (he, she, they are welcome), but because I haven’t given organizers enough notice.
I Flew One of the Longest Flights in the World - From NYC to Auckland
By Alison Fox Sep 22, 2022 LAYOVERS ARE RARELY FUN. So when Air New Zealand launched a nonstop flight from New York to Auckland, I was all in. The flight, which clocks in at about 17 and a half hours, is long by just about any standards, but after settling in and spending nearly a day flying, I was grateful to go to sleep in one city and wake up in the next. The historic inaugural flight — which took off Saturday evening from New York’s John F.
These Hot Springs Private Villas Are Our New Top-of-the-World Obsession
By Rachel Chang Sep 21, 2022 There’s now a new way to experience the Icelandic waters at the recently opened Hvammsvík Hot Springs.
Why Farm-to-Fork Is Our New Favorite Resort Restaurant Concept
By Marissa Carruthers Sep 21, 2022 FANCY FORAGING IN THE WILD for food, plowing the land alongside farmers or experiencing sustainable farming first-hand before feasting on the fruits of your labor? Thanks to the, ahem, mushrooming farm-to-fork trend, it’s no longer hard to find a resort going that extra mile to dish up earth-fresh and -friendly plates coupled with interactive experiences.
Where to Find All the Wine You Could Possibly Drink in Portugal
By Kristin Braswell Sep 20, 2022 PORTUGAL’S NORTHERN CITY of Porto is well-known for the scenic Douro River that traverses the city, its proximity to the country’s Douro Valley, and the production of port. Just minutes away from the city’s center, though, is a multilayered experience that encompasses the best of local history, and of course, wine. WOW, The New Cultural District, formerly known as the World of Wine, is located in the historic Vila Nova de Gaia neighborhood of Porto.
New Flights From Tokyo to LA and Honolulu Have Us Dusting Off Our Delta SkyMiles Cards
By Alison Fox Sep 19, 2022 DELTA AIR LINES will make it easier to get to from Asia to the U.S. this fall, resuming flights from Tokyo to Los Angeles, and adding a new route to Hawaii. Delta will resume direct flights between Los Angeles International Airport and Tokyo Haneda Airport on October 30, according to the carrier. The airline will then introduce a brand-new daily service between Honolulu and Haneda on December 1.
10 of the Coolest, Most Creatively Located Overwater Hotels Around the World
By Rana Good Sep 19, 2022 WHEN DAYDREAMING ABOUT overwater hotels and luxury bungalows, you may first conjure images of the OG destinations in this market: Maldives and Bora Bora. But what if we told you your fantasy wasn’t doing this hotel category justice? Here are 10 overwater hotels in unexpected destinations that will make you realize it’s time to dream a little bigger. 1. Hôtel Palafitte, Switzerland One of the last places you’d expect overwater hotels might be a landlocked country.
Why You Should Make Megalochori Village a Must-Visit In Santorini
By Chadner Navarro Sep 16, 2022 FOR MOST TRAVELERS heading to Santorini, the most sought-after part of the island is the northwestern tip: The village of Oia and its cliffside clusters of whitewashed buildings overlooking the Aegean. Oia has not only become the poster child for idyllic Greece vacations, but is also home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the country. But the fabulous resorts and the stunning views of the iconic caldera also bring noisy crowds and congested streets.
You Need to Plan This Road Trip on Tasmania’s East Coast Wine Trail Now
By Chloe Sachdev Sep 16, 2022 THE EAST COAST WINE TRAIL, a 220-kilometer (137 miles) stretch along the east coast of Tasmania, is an otherworldly region. Wind-whipped mountains poke expansive blue skies and tumble into bone-white beaches. Connected by spindly roads, pretty seaside villages are dotted with lo-fi weatherboard shacks, old-school pubs, wineries, and lobster shacks. But beyond the landscape, it’s the cool-climate wine and whiskey scene that’s taking the world by storm.
Check Out This Ultra-Luxe, Uber-Exclusive All-Inclusive In the Maldives
By Travis Levius Sep 15, 2022 “ALL-INCLUSIVE” CAN FEEL LIKE a dirty word in the realm of refined luxury travel, but Kudadoo Private Island, based in the Maldives’ idyllic Lhaviyani Atoll, isn’t your average whole package getaway. “All-indulgent” might better describe the ultra-luxe, solar-powered resort with just 15 villas and nearly US$4,000-a-night starting rates.
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