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Té, café y salud ósea: qué encontró un estudio de 10 años
Foto: szakalikus, Getty Images. Las mujeres que reportaron tomar té presentaron una densidad mineral ósea ligeramente mayor en la cadera. Las catequinas del té podrían ayudar a explicar esa asociación. Su papel todavía es una hipótesis. El consumo de café no mostró una asociación significativa con la densidad ósea en el análisis general. Un análisis adicional sugirió una posible relación entre tomar más de cinco tazas al día y una menor densidad ósea.
These Are the 20 Best Cities in the World for Food Lovers Who Love to Snack—and No. 1 Is Famous for Its Street Food Original
Traditional Vietnamese street food at a night market in Hanoi, Vietnam. Credit: alexkoral/Getty Images While trying fantastic local foods all over the world has long been reason enough to travel, social media users are taking it to new heights with the “snackpacking” trend, where they intentionally hunt down the best local snacks while traveling.
These Are the 20 Best Cities in the World for Food Lovers Who Love to Snack—and No. 1 Is Famous for Its Street Food
India 3 hours ago TV News Anchor Found in ‘Pool of Blood’ at Family Home After Husband of 16 Years Allegedly Kills Her by Accident People - Escher Walcott • 3h A television news anchor was found fatally shot at her family home in Pakistan. Rabia Ahsan died in the bedroom of her Rawalpindi home at around 3 p.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 8, Times of India, NDTV and Samaa reported, citing Rawalpindi City Police (CPO).
La mejor ciudad para una excursión de un día está en Europa
iStock Desde que me mudé de Estados Unidos a Europa, algo que me llamó inmediatamente la atención fue lo diferente que puede ser el significado de una «excursión de un día» para los europeos. Cuando vivía en Rhode Island, para mí significaba conducir hasta algún pueblo cercano. Si nos sentíamos realmente aventureros, viajábamos hasta Boston. Nunca significaba visitar otro país.
De Texas a Michigan: estos son los estados de Estados Unidos donde comer cuesta menos
Una bandeja de barbacoa de Texas. Crédito:Imágenes de Cavan/Getty Images Según datos de Talker Research de 2025, el 21% de los viajeros estadounidenses encuestados afirmó haber planeado un viaje específicamente en torno a la gastronomía. Si alguna vez has probado pasta casera en Italia, disfrutado de una aceituna jugosa en Grecia o degustado sushi fresco en Japón, probablemente entiendas por qué.
These Are the 10 Most Affordable States in the U.S. for Food Lovers Original
A tray of barbecue from Texas. Credit: Cavan Images/Getty Images According to 2025 Talker Research data, 21 percent of American travelers surveyed said they’ve planned a trip specifically around food. If you’ve tasted homemade pasta in Italy, bitten into a juicy olive in Greece, or tasted fresh sushi in Japan, you probably already know this isn’t hard to believe. But one new study found you don’t need to travel far for a good bite, nor do you need to spend a ton of money either.
We asked 5 travel experts to name the best Caribbean winter getaway—and they all picked this sunny paradise
With pristine white-sand beaches, warm trade winds, and plenty of outdoor adventures, Aruba is a favorite among travel pros looking to escape the winter chill. Around mid-January, when the holiday season's cheer has faded, and the soft blanket of snow has turned to slush, you may start wishing you were somewhere else entirely. In fact, you'll probably wish you were on a beach, your toes dug into the sand, and your face tilted toward the warm sun.
We Asked 5 Travel Experts to Name the Best Caribbean Winter Getaway—and They All Picked This Sunny Paradise Original
Beachgoers enjoying the bright blue waters in Aruba. Credit: Alessandra Amodio/Travel + Leisure Around mid-January, when the holiday season’s cheer has faded, and the soft blanket of snow has turned to slush, you may start wishing you were somewhere else entirely. In fact, you’ll probably wish you were on a beach, your toes dug into the sand, and your face tilted toward the warm sun. Thankfully, that daydream is within reach—especially if you head to one beloved Caribbean destination.
This beautiful European capital was named the best city in the world for a day trip-with medieval streets and walkable sights
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This Beautiful European Capital Was Named the Best City in the World for a Day Trip—With Medieval Streets and Walkable Sights Original
The colorful houses of Town Hall Square in Tallinn, Estonia. Credit: arcady_31/Getty Images As someone who moved from the U.S. to Europe, one thing that immediately stood out to me was how different the meaning of a “day trip” can be for Europeans. For me, growing up in Rhode Island, it meant driving a few towns over. If we were feeling really ambitious, we’d head up to Boston. It never meant going to an entirely different country.
These 3D-Printed Steaks Have Marbling, a Meat-Like Texture, and No Actual Meat Original
Steakholder Foods has launched its Perfecta Premium Plant-Based Meat line at select retailers across the Northeastern U.S., featuring plant-based marbled steak, filet mignon, chicken breast, salmon patties, and white fish patties. Perfecta uses 3D printing technology to create plant-based steaks, filet mignon, and chicken breast with fibrous textures and marbling designed to mimic conventional meat.
What Happens When You Steep a Plastic Tea Bag? Scientists Found More Than Just Microplastics Original
A new study found that plastic tea bags can release thousands of microplastic particles and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, including BPA and phthalates, into hot water. Researchers detected 555 to 2,498 microplastic particles per cup of tea brewed in plastic bags, compared with an estimated fewer than three particles per comparable serving of loose-leaf tea. Choosing loose-leaf tea instead of plastic-bagged tea may help reduce microplastic exposure.
What Happens When You Steep a Plastic Tea Bag? Scientists Found More Than Just Microplastics
A UC Riverside scientist skied deep into the Sierra to track microplastics in snow Storm events spread microplastics across the environment, even to places that are nearly unreachable. A UC Riverside scientist skied into wilderness far off the beaten path, and found the polluting particles everywhere she looked. Microscopic shards of plastic have been found everywhere scientists …
Cinque destinazioni su cui puntare: le mete suggerite al World’s Best Summit di Travel + Leisure
I direttori di Travel + Leisure hanno un talento particolare nel riconoscere luoghi ancora poco conosciuti, destinati a diventare le prossime mete di tendenza. Uno sguardo privilegiato sul mondo, affinato attraverso le diverse edizioni internazionali della rivista e accompagnato dalla voglia di condividere scoperte e suggerimenti con i lettori.
This Popular Destination Just Made Travel Insurance Mandatory for Every Foreign Visitor—What to Know Original
A giraffe seen on a safari in Tanzania. Credit: Stacey Leasca/Travel + Leisure Tanzania wants to welcome you with open arms on your next visit—so long as you have the right travel insurance before you arrive. The country’s new mandatory Inbound Travel Insurance requirement went into effect on Oct. 1 for foreign visitors entering the mainland.
Experts Say You Should Stop Doing This One Thing Before Boarding a Flight—and Nearly 73% of Travelers Do It Original
A bathroom inside an airport. Credit: skyNext/Getty Images Depending on your travel habits, flying can often come with a great deal of prep, from checking in and picking seats to grabbing drinks and snacks at the terminal, all while making sure you’re on time for boarding. There is, however, one piece of air travel prep experts say you should probably skip: the “just-in-case” pre-flight pee.
Experts Say You Should Stop Doing This One Thing Before Boarding a Flight—and Nearly 73% of Travelers Do It
1:10 8 hours ago How Can You Stop Waking Up To Pee At Night? Unbranded - unbranded - Lifestyle • 8h Waking up frequently during the night to urinate, a condition clinically termed nocturia, severely degrades your overall sleep architecture. The Sleep Foundation reports that repeated nighttime awakenings fragment crucial deep sleep and rapid eye movement stages, leaving you fatigued the following day.
Smaller Portions, Fewer Vegetables: How Shoppers Say They’re Cutting Food Costs Original
A new Self Financial survey found that 53.3% of respondents are spending more on groceries than a year ago, with an average increase of $152 per month among those paying more. Rising grocery prices are changing eating habits, with 50.6% of respondents reporting skipping meals, 57.3% cutting portion sizes, and 80.5% saying higher costs make maintaining a healthy diet more difficult.
Thanksgiving: Host It or Hotel It?
HAP Weekly November 5 2026 HAP Weekly To Host or Be Hosted—The Thanksgiving Issue This week: Thanksgiving two ways, either handed off to a hotel or hosted Nancy Meyers-style (cable-knit optional). Plus the Beaverbrook x Jimmy Choo collab, the hotel openings to know, and our new HAP games corner (travel bingo included).
This Destination Was Named the Best in the World for Winter Sun—With 90-degree Weather and Almost No Rain Original
A pelican on the coastline of Banjul at sunset in Gambia. Credit: Geraint Rowland Photography/Getty Images Already planning your winter escape in search of some sunshine? Consider skipping the usual warm-weather destinations and visiting someplace new. In October, luxury travel company Bailey Robinson released its ranking of the world’s top winter-sun destinations—aka, places where the sun shines and the weather stays warm during the winter months (December through February).
A fine dining staple could disappear from menus in Washington, DC., as soon as 2027
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A Fine Dining Staple Could Disappear From Menus in Washington, D.C., as Soon as 2027 Original
Washington, D.C., voters appear poised to approve Initiative 86, which would ban the sale of foie gras and other fattened bird liver products in restaurants and stores. The foie gras ban could take effect as early as July 1, 2027, but it must first secure funding and clear a 30-day congressional review. Businesses that violate the ban could face fines of $1,000 to $5,000 per violation.
Should You Rethink How You Make Instant Noodles? A New Study Raises Concerns Original
A new study found that disposable instant noodle cups released an average of 318 microplastic particles into hot water during testing. Researchers detected microplastics in all 20 instant noodle cups tested, including polyethylene particles that may have come from the cups’ plastic lining. The health effects of ingesting microplastics remain unclear, but researchers recommend minimizing the use of disposable instant noodle cups.
Should You Rethink How You Make Instant Noodles? A New Study Raises Concerns
1 hour ago A live-fire luminary in the Basque region takes the top spot, while only one U.S. restaurant is recognized. A new list of the best 50 restaurants in the world was announced on Wednesday night at the Municipal Theater in Lima, Peru. The 50, the media company behind the rankings (formerly known as the …
These U.S. Cities Are Much Cheaper for Airbnb Stays Than Hotels—and You Can Save Up to 43% on Accommodations Original
Lower Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee. Credit: Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure Airbnb or hotel? It’s a common question for travelers heading off for a weekend escape. While there’s a lot to consider (how many people you’re traveling with, whether or not you want to cook, if you want hotel-style amenities like a pool or a spa), for many, the decision simply comes down to cost. And it turns out, in some of America’s most visited cities, you can save a pretty penny by booking an Airbnb.
The Future of Travel Is Changing—and These 5 Trends Could Transform How You Plan, Book, and Experience Your Next Trip Original
Travel + Leisure Editor Jacqueline Gifford at The Dorchester hotel in London. Credit: Jack Hall/Travel + Leisure In October, Travel + Leisure brought together some of the biggest names in travel and hospitality for 48 hours to exchange ideas on where the industry is headed next. And as it turns out, the future of travel looks much more human than you might expect. T+L’s first international World’s Best Summit took over The Dorchester on Oct.
Qué no deberías confiarle a la IA al planear un viaje
Young female traveler with backpack and in warm wearing standing on quay against lake and looking at phone screen. Travelling, lifestyle, adventure, concept. Pregúntale a cualquier agente de inteligencia artificial: “¿A dónde debería ir a cenar esta noche en Berlín?” y te dará una respuesta en cuestión de segundos. Que se trate de una buena recomendación o no es una historia completamente diferente.
De Lisboa a Barcelona: cinco ciudades europeas que vale la pena visitar fuera de temporada alta
Crédito:Jorg Greuel/Getty Images Nunca es un mal momento para visitar Europa, pero hay épocas en las que viajar resulta mucho más económico, especialmente durante las temporadas intermedias. Estos periodos, justo antes o después de la temporada alta de un destino, permiten encontrar mejores ofertas en vuelos y alojamiento, además de disfrutar de los lugares con menos turistas. También son una excelente oportunidad para explorar Europa a un ritmo más local.
De Lisboa a Barcelona: cinco ciudades europeas que vale la pena visitar fuera de temporada alta
Crédito:Jorg Greuel/Getty Images Nunca es un mal momento para visitar Europa, pero hay épocas en las que viajar resulta mucho más económico, especialmente durante las temporadas intermedias. Estos periodos, justo antes o después de la temporada alta de un destino, permiten encontrar mejores ofertas en vuelos y alojamiento, además de disfrutar de los lugares con menos turistas. También son una excelente oportunidad para explorar Europa a un ritmo más local.
This Hyatt All-inclusive Brand Is Making a Big Change to Its Bars—and You Won’t Need Alcohol to Enjoy the Experience Original
The Beach Club at the Hyatt Vivid Grand Island. Credit: Hyatt The all-inclusive bar is getting a sober-curious upgrade. When Hyatt launched Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, an adults-only, all-inclusive brand built around younger travelers, it designed its food and beverage program to reflect those guests’ desire for local, social experiences.
We Asked 4 Travel + Leisure Editors in Chief Where to Travel Next—Here Are Their 5 Top Destination Picks Original
The Ask an Editor in Chief panel at Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Summit London, featureing editors from the brand’s editions around the world. Credit: Jack Hall/Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure’s editors have a knack for knowing where to go before everyone else does—especially the editors in chief. Luckily for us all, they’re happy to share. On Oct.
¿Cuál es el mejor mercado navideño de Europa?
Mercado navideño en Europa. iStock AdrianHancu Cuando preguntamos: «¿cuál es el mejor mercado navideño de Europa?» Los expertos en viajes recomiendan Estrasburgo por sus mágicas decoraciones, su tradicional vino caliente especiado, su arquitectura histórica y sus encantadores pueblos alsacianos, a los que se puede llegar en un breve trayecto en tren. Un mercado navideño en la ciudad de Estrasburgo.
We asked 8 travel experts to name the best Christmas market in Europe—and they all picked the same fairytale city
Travel experts recommend Strasbourg for its magical decorations, traditional mulled wine, historic architecture, and charming Alsatian villages just a short train ride away. We've rounded the corner into fall, which means the holiday season is right around the bend. And that means it's time to plan a trip to a Christmas market. But not just any Christmas market. The best Christmas market. At least, according to the travel experts we spoke to.
Alan Cumming Says ‘The Traitors’ Has Made Travelers Fall in Love With Scotland—Plus Why Long-haul Flights Are ‘Nirvana’ Original
Alan Cumming and Jacqui Gifford behind the candy bar at Travel + Leisure’s World Best Summit London. Credit: Jisette Baquet/Travel + Leisure It’s a pretty remarkable thing to be responsible for a massive wave of tourism to your hometown. But for actor Alan Cumming, it’s all in a day’s work. The Tony, Olivier, and Emmy winner sat down with Travel + Leisure editor in chief Jacqueline Gifford at the World’s Best Summit at The Dorchester in London on Oct.
We Asked 8 Travel Experts to Name the Best Christmas Market in Europe—and They All Picked The Same Fairytale City Original
A Christmas market in the city of Strasbourg. Credit: Diego Martin Lopez/Getty Images We’ve rounded the corner into fall, which means the holiday season is right around the bend. And that means it’s time to plan a trip to a Christmas market. But not just any Christmas market. The best Christmas market. At least, according to the travel experts we spoke to.
We Asked 8 Travel Experts to Name the Best Christmas Market in Europe—and They All Picked The Same Fairytale City
Christmas Market Season is Here! (This 400-Year-Old German Market is One of the World's Best)🎄🎁 Cheerful Christmas markets abound all over Europe during the holiday season. But this historic market in Germany is one of the world’s best. The …
5 Places in Europe That Shine in Shoulder Season, With Fewer Crowds, Lower Costs, and Great Weather Original
Credit: Jorg Greuel/Getty Images Get the normally overrun streets of Venice all to yourself by visiting in the spring or fall. Plan a luxurious vacation on the French Riviera for fewer euros in September or October, while temperatures are still warm. Sip on the world’s best beers in Munich, but go in the spring or wait until after the Oktoberfest crowds clear out.
These Are the 10 Quietest Islands in the World—and No. 1 Is a Dark Sky Sanctuary With 500 Residents
The rugged coastline of Stewart Island (Rakiura) in New Zealand. Credit: PatrikStedrak/Getty Images Looking for a little peace and quiet? You’re not alone. According to BookRetreats, global Google searches for “quiet destinations” are up 1,268 percent year-over-year, and the company’s own 2026 State of Retreats report found that 56 percent of all U.S. travelers surveyed are looking for quiet retreats in nature.
The FDA Relaxed Its Orange Juice Standards for the First Time Since 1963 Original
The FDA has updated its standards for pasteurized orange juice, lowering the minimum Brix level from 10.5 to 10 degrees and allowing up to 15% juice from mandarins, tangerines, and their hybrids. The changes aim to help Florida citrus growers, whose oranges have become less sweet due to citrus greening disease, hurricanes, and other extreme weather. The FDA says consumers are unlikely to notice a difference in taste, and the new rules still prohibit adding water to orange juice.
The FDA Relaxed Its Orange Juice Standards for the First Time Since 1963
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Hoe je brood bewaart zodat het langer vers blijft, volgens voedselexperts
Weten hoe je brood op de juiste manier bewaart, kan helpen om dat brood van je favoriete bakker langer vers te houden. Er is echter verrassend veel discussie over de beste bewaarmethode. De vraag waar je brood het beste kunt bewaren – in de koelkast, op het aanrecht of in de vriezer – leidde onlangs tot een levendige discussie in de r/Cooking-community op Reddit, waar thuisbakkers en fijnproevers hun favoriete methoden en door schade en schande opgedane lessen deelden.
What Happens When Microplastics Meet Water? Scientists Uncovered a Potential Source of Cell-Damaging Molecules Original
A new study found that microplastics can react with water to produce hydroxyl radicals, highly reactive molecules known to damage cells. Researchers tested six common plastics and found that all produced hydroxyl radicals, with polyethylene and polypropylene showing the most chemical activity.
What Happens When Microplastics Meet Water? Scientists Uncovered a Potential Source of Cell-Damaging Molecules
The Best Non-Toxic Air Fryers, Toaster Ovens, Kettles, and Rice Cookers to Swap Into Your Kitchen Right Now Same crisp with zero microplastics. Countertop kitchen appliances save the day whenever we’re simply too busy to set aside time for dinner prep. There are dozens of clever appliances and gadgets that handle most of the hands-on cooking steps for you, but those powerful machines are often made with …
¿Cuál es el mejor mercado navideño de Europa?
Mercado navideño en Europa. iStock AdrianHancu Cuando preguntamos: «¿cuál es el mejor mercado navideño de Europa?» Los expertos en viajes recomiendan Estrasburgo por sus mágicas decoraciones, su tradicional vino caliente especiado, su arquitectura histórica y sus encantadores pueblos alsacianos, a los que se puede llegar en un breve trayecto en tren. Un mercado navideño en la ciudad de Estrasburgo.
Luxury Hospitality Experts Reveal the One Thing That Makes Great Service Truly Exceptional—and It’s Not What You Think Original
The Defining Good Service panelists at Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Summit London, featuring Ben Trodd, Dr. Barbara Sturm, Susmita Baral, Sunaina Sethi and Luca Virgilio. Credit: Jack Hall/Travel + Leisure Great service isn’t always about doing more for guests. According to the pros, sometimes it’s about knowing exactly when to leave a guest alone. Just ask Luca Virgilio, area general manager and global director of residences for Dorchester Collection.
Charleston’s Biggest Food Weekend Is Almost Here—Here’s How to Get a Last-minute Spot Original
Festivalgoers outside the Grand Tasting at the 2024 Food & Wine Festival Charleston. Credit: Marc Fiorito/Gamma Nine Photography/Food & Wine From Nov. 13 to 15, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, and Southern Living are taking over the Holy City for the Food & Wine Classic in Charleston. The three-day event will feature grand tastings, cooking demos, and wine seminars, along with a handful of distinctly Lowcountry evening parties sure to leave both your heart and belly full.
United Airlines Is Taking Its ‘Chef’s Table’ Dining Experience to 10 Cities Around the World Original
United Airlines is expanding its collaboration with Netflix’s Chef’s Table, introducing new in-flight menus created by 11 renowned chefs across 10 cities worldwide. The menus feature dishes from acclaimed chefs including 1990 F&W Best New Chef Nancy Silverton, David Barzelay, and Penelope Wong, with meals inspired by the cities where flights originate.
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Travel Experts Reveal the Secret to a More Relaxing Vacation—‘People Want to Slow Down, but They Don’t Know How’ Original
Susmita Baral moderating The Power of Slow Travel panel at the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Summit 2026 on October 27, 2026 in London. Credit: Jack Hall/Travel + Leisure Somewhere along the way, vacation started to feel a whole lot like work. Before you even leave home, you spend weeks anticipating and researching, drilling down to the best places to eat, drink, and explore, and mapping out an itinerary designed to make the most of every moment.
This City Was Named the Happiest Vacation Destination in America—With Nearly 3,000 Hours of Sunshine a Year Original
Credit: Valerie de Leon/Travel + Leisure No, you’re not imagining things. Going on a vacation really does make you happier—and that’s proven by science. However, according to one new analysis, some destinations could leave you happier than others, including one city in the U.S. that makes architecture lovers doubly delighted.
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