A Safari Expert Says These Are the Most Welcoming Countries in Africa for LGBTQ+ Travelers

Safari expert Sherwin Banda shares his vision and advice for more inclusive wilderness trips. I happen to be a gay man who also happens to be Black and Jewish, Banda says. Inclusivity is something that Im really, really passionate about. Banda with his family in South Africa’s Sabi Sabi Reserve.Credit:Courtesy of African Travel, Inc Its very much the lens through which I look at my life. Do you find that safari destinations in Africa have done enough to welcome LGBTQ people?...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 172 words · Gregory Reynolds

A Sneak Peek Inside the Most Anticipated Los Angeles Hotel to Open This Year

Plus, theres a private club, a rooftop pool, and two Wolfgang Puck restaurants. arts and culture, and the new hotel is meant to be a full-blown representation of that. “The ethos of West Hollywood is a perfect match for our vision.” Credit: Christian Horan Photography For those planning their next L.A. vacation, here are a few quick action items. First, opt for one of the hotel’s 37 suites. Christian Horan Photography...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 77 words · Samantha Thompson

A Solar Eclipse, a Meteor Shower, and More — What to See in October's Night Sky

Grab your solar eclipse safety glasses: a ring of fire is on the horizon. These arent the only delights dancing in the night sky. Here are our favorite spots to catch the lights around the world, fromscenic hotelstoIndigenous-led aurora experiences. Credit:Getty Images Ready to get skywatching? Soak up Octobers dazzling nightscapes with these cant miss interstellar sights. Watch for sky streaks to the northwest on the evening of Oct. 8 through early morning Oct....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Shawn Allen

A Speakeasy Is Hiding Inside New York City's JFK Airport — and We Know Where to Find It

A Prohibition-era bar is hidden inside the American Express Centurion Lounge at New York City’s largest airport. Among the many featured cocktails are an espresso martini and a boulevardier. By day, the space also serves as a cafe. Credit: Courtesy of American Express Courtesy of American Express Courtesy of American Express

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 51 words · Joshua Meyers

A Stunning New Hotel Is Coming to Australia's Gold Coast — the First to Have Beach Access in 30 Years

And we got the first look inside. There will soon be a new touch of class to Australia’s Gold Coast. “Everywhere you turn there are design features that delight the eye to continually discover,” O’Shea added. Credit: Courtesy Langham Hospitality Group The Langham will also have a 7,000-square-foot ballroom and four meeting rooms and spaces for events. Courtesy Langham Hospitality Group Courtesy Langham Hospitality Group Courtesy Langham Hospitality Group

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 69 words · Dale Contreras

A Super Rare Display of Northern Lights Is Happening Tonight In 18 States—Here's How to See Them

Your odds of seeing the Northern Lights tonight are very high. Space Weather Physicist Tamitha Skov wrote in apost on Xon April 13. Predicting the exact reach of these storms is tricky, so its worth glancing skyward regardless. The Northern Lights and Milky Way over Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park, Montana.Credit:Diana Robinson Photography/Getty Images you might see NOAAs forecast map for the auroras reach for Tuesday evening below. A slightly reduced, but still impressive, reach ispredicted for Wednesday evening as well....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 82 words · Michael Sheppard

A Terminal-by-terminal Guide to LAX Airport

Later in the ’20s, local developers pushed for the area to become a major airport. Today, Los Angeles International Airport spans nearly 3,000 acres of space, and it has nine terminals. Here’s what it’s crucial that you know about LAX airport before your next flight. Credit: GC images Amenities: Tom Bradley International is home to an XPresSpa, nursing room, and an animal relief station. Terminal 1 is home to a nursing room, an animal relief station, and a Be Relax Spa....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 443 words · Edward Robinson

A Travel Security Expert Explains Why the Window Seat Isn't Actually the Best — Plus, 5 Anti-theft Items to Pack

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. You wont want to leave these safety essentials behind. One surprising factor that may potentially put you at risk? Credit:Travel + Leisure Sitting in the window seat. “This is especially true if youre in a window seat. Above all, its important to remember tostay on guard while traveling. Amazon Hint: Using the built-in lock that comes with manyhigh-end suitcasesis another great way to ward off theft....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Renee Willis

A Traveler Asked a Sick Passenger to Mask Up and Was Reseated—Were They Wrong?

Who do you think was in the right? “[I] had a wet-coughing, sneezing, nose-dripping lady sit next to me. I asked her quite [civilly] if she would consider wearing a mask,” Mariner wrote. A sick woman with nausea on an airplane.Credit:martin-dm/Getty Images “She immediately went off on a loud ‘you have no right’ tirade and pushed the call button. I was reprimanded by the [flight attendant] for just making such a request....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 228 words · Ashley Vargas

A Traveler Got Called a 'Bad Person' After Refusing to Swap Seats With a Parent—Were They Wrong?

Three experts weigh into the debate. “Last year, I was on a late flight cross-country to [Newark. When I checked in, I chose a seat right behind the exit row in the aisle. Passengers on an airplane.Credit:EyeEm Mobile GmbH/Getty Images Looking back, I wish I got someone else involved because this was harassment.” The traveler added that they often think about the flight and if they were in the wrong....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 196 words · Zachary Avery

A Traveler Packed for a 3-day Trip Using Only This Tiny Sling Bag — and Still Had Room to Spare

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Bonus: Its just $20. Three days worth of clothing, undergarments, toiletries, beauty products, and electronics in one tiny bag? Credit:Travel + Leisure It all seemed too good to be true, and I could barely wrap my head around it. At first glance, the bag looked similar to all the othersling bagsIve accumulated over the years. Measuring 11 inches wide and just under seven inches high, its a modest and compact crescent-shaped design....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Trevor Dean

A Traveler's Guide to CBD

Here’s what to know and the best products to try. We’d like to formally introduce you to the world of travel CBD. However, the world of CBD isn’t without nuance. Getty Images There are also legal implications of CBD to consider. What is CBD? CBD is short for cannabidiol, which is an active ingredient in marijuana. Courtesy of Verma Farms Sixty percentof CBD users take it specifically for anxiety. you’re able to take CBD orally or apply it topically....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Douglas King

A Working Horse Ranch Just Opened 90 Minutes From NYC With 4 Suites and 200 Acres of Open Space

Driftwood Ranch Resort, boasting over 200 scenic acres, opens this month in Sullivan County in the Catskills. “Driftwood Ranch is truly a blend of the best of two worlds. Every suite has a sitting area, dining space, and private office. A trail ride at Driftwood Ranch.Credit:Courtesy of Driftwood Ranch However, each space also provides unique touches. The Western Barn Suite has a stone fireplace and is filled with handcrafted furnishings made from barn stall boards....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Keith Martin