25 Best International Destinations for Solo Travel

Read on to discover more of the 25 best countries for solo travel abroad. Explore the delicious food, thrilling nightlife, and tranquil spas of Bangkok. Albania Extremely hospitable locals and gorgeous scenery make Albania an up-and-coming destination for solo travelers. Credit: Jordan Siemens/Getty Images Germany’s excellent and relatively inexpensive public transportation system makes it easy to get around by train and bus. Vietnam Irjaliina Paavonpera/Travel + Leisure Endless adventure and dishes to tantalize your taste buds await in Vietnam....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Kyle Goodman

25 Best Islands to Visit Around the World, According to T+L Readers

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Looking for an unforgettable island getaway? Islands often promise travelers an escape to paradise. MelanieMaya/Getty Images Over 186,000 T+L readers completed the 2024 survey. The final scores are averages of these responses. and Bali (No. Evgeniya Vlasova/Travel + Leisure But sneaking in at No. 4), Crete (No. 6), Corfu and the Ionian Islands (No. @ Didier Marti/Getty Images...

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 506 words · Emily Williams

25 Best Lake Vacations in the U.S.

From flooded volcanoes to world-renowned wetland areas, here’s where to go for a lakeside getaway. No matter what time of year, some sort of fishing is in season. Duluth, Minnesota, and Bayfield, Wisconsin, are among the charter hubs. Credit:Anjelika Gretskaia / Getty Images It’s an ideal place to try out yourbeginner’s inflatable paddleboardor just rent one from theTexas Rowing Center. Bookending the longer hike are rides on the legendaryLady of the Lakesteamer....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 413 words · Eugene Dunn

25 Best Mother-daughter Trips Around the World

No matter their age and the challenges that come with it, youll never regret traveling with your child. Looking back, I see what a wildly charmed decade of my life that was. So, take the trip, whether its near or far. Credit:Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Here are 25 incredible places for a mother-daughter vacation. Its also a fantastic place to snorkel. Just wandering the streets of Old San Juan, snacking onpiraguas(shaved ice), is also fun....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Shannon Best

25 Best Places to Visit in California

Stay inside the park and camp atCurry Village, home to 14 tented cabins that sit under centuries-old trees. Visit one or both of its two theme parksthis is where Park Hopper tickets come in handy. Temecula James Marshall / Getty Images For a romantic getaway, head to Californias wine country. Credit:Chris Demonbreun Photography / Getty Images Enjoy a boutique stay atThe New Inn, which offers just five stunning villas for ultimate privacy....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 408 words · Ashley Kim

25 Best Places to Visit in North Carolina — Including a Scenic Parkway, Buzzy Cities, and the Most-visited National Park

These are our top picks for your next trip to the Tar Heel State. Read on for even more inspiration for picking the best destinations for your North Carolina vacation. How the horses got to this remote island accessible only by boat centuries ago is still a mystery. Credit:John Hudson Photography/Getty Images Couples can book a romantic cabin getaway at thePisgah Highlandscomplex, which has many chic and remote cabins. you might peruse historic architecture, galleries, and working artists studios in several art districts....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Duane Larson

25 Best Places to Visit in South America

Experts share their favorite spots across the continent. Set where the Peruvian Andes meet the Amazon Basin, its location is spectacular. Walk through the ruins and discover stone terraces and temples amid mountains, peaks, and valleys. Long exposure of Iguasu Falls.Credit:Gabriel_Amaral/Getty Images Some speculate the site was built as a royal estate, but the true purpose remains unknown. Stroll the city and see ancient Incan architecture mixed with baroque Spanish temples and monasteries....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 468 words · David Hahn

25 Best Snorkeling Spots Around the World

Snorkeling is the perfect tropical vacation activity. Sadly, coral bleaching triggered by climate change is already affecting many of the world’s reefs. There, you’re able to snorkel in mangrove forests, seagrass fields, and a coral reef. Credit: James R.D. Scott/Getty Images Founded by Jacques Cousteau’s son, Jean-Michel, the educational center continues the explorer’s conservation work. Swim along reefs with a camera to spot stingrays, sea urchins, and plenty of fish....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 473 words · Kelly Baker

25 Best Things to Do in Bermuda

Grab a Twizy and hit the south shore. A portmanteau of twin and easy, the two-seater electric Twizy was designed by Formula One team owner Renault. it’s possible for you to power up at your hotel or various Oasis Points around the island. Credit: The Reefs Resort & Club Soak up the beauty of Horseshoe Bay Beach. Alessandra Amodio/Travel+Leisure Staggeringly scenic Horseshoe Bay is one ofBermuda’s best beachesand possibly the island’s most photographed attraction....

May 4, 2025 · 5 min · 968 words · Amy Bennett

25 Best Things to Do in Florence

From Renaissance art to gelato shops, here’s how locals recommend exploring the Tuscan capital. Top 5 Cant Miss Head to the historic city center. Pallabazzar recommends seeing the historic center of Florence at different times of the day. Credit:Chelsea Loren / Travel + Leisure In the early morning, youll get to experience it without noise and the pressing pace of crowds. Midday brings droves of visitors, but the destination is bathed in sunshine....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 581 words · Sabrina Cabrera

25 Best Things to Do in Iceland, Glacier Lagoons and Volcano Treks Included

Experts recommend how to explore the Nordic country. There are few places in the world quite as magical as the country of Iceland. Without further ado, here are 25 of the best things to do in Iceland. skynesher/Getty Images Explore the museum at your own pace or visit on a Thursday, when guided tours are available. you’re free to even try fermented shark yourself here. Its cozy, and the menu emphasizes locally sourced ingredients while drawing inspiration from the simplicity of Italian cuisine....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 398 words · Christopher Perkins

25 Best Things to Do in Miami, From Art Museums to Food Halls

Here are the top things to do in Miami. Miami has many nicknames, but none describe it better than Magic City. The list could go on. Here are the 24 best things to do in Miami, Florida. Stroll down the Beachwalk in Miami Beach. Running the entire length of Miami Beach, the Beachwalk is a nine-mile-long pedestrian promenade with paved pathways. Explore the Wynwood Arts District. Rub elbows with the rich and famous at Art Basel Miami Beach....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Jacob Baker

25 Best Things to Do in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Planning a trip to the Grand Strand? These activities and attractions in Myrtle Beach will keep everyone in your group happy. See Myrtle Beach from above on the SkyWheel. Credit: Getty Images For a VIP experience, you and three friends can lounge on leather seats in your own glass-floored car. Race along the tracks in go-karts. Root for the home team. Getty Images Explore the shore by Jet Ski or banana boat....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 414 words · Patricia Jones