Your next trip to England wouldnt be complete without a stop at a stylish country house hotel. A collection of wellies standing guard in the lobby. Fireplaces flanked by stacks of logs, flames fending off the inevitable evening chill. Credit: Courtesy of The Manor House The perpetual possibility of a cup of tea and something sweet any time of the day. And if seasonal produce and cider orchards tickle your fancy,The Newt at Somersetshould be your next getaway....

Soak up the sun when you retire to one of these affordable destinations. Retiring to a quiet place by the beach is a dream for many Americans and others around the world. And for many, life by the beach is that ideal. Getty Images Most haveexpat communities, reasonably priced healthcare, affordable homes, and residency options. Another big plus is that they use the United States dollar for their currency. Good quality healthcare is available at reasonable prices, and public transportation in many cities makes a car unnecessary....

Celebrate the festive season on the high seas with these Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year’s cruises. Tis the season to indulge, after all. Here are seven of the best cruise lines for holiday cruises in 2024. A family of cruisers in Santa hats on board a Princess Cruises ship.Credit:Courtesy of Princess Cruises Viking offers severalEuropean Christmas market cruisesthat combine culture-centric sightseeing with festive spirit. Beloved Disney characters dress in holiday attire for meet-and-greets, and Santa Claus makes appearances on most sailings....

Do as the locals do, and visit one of these gorgeous yet under-the-radar destinations in France. The French know how to get around. Ardeche The French love their chestnuts. Credit: Sergio Formoso/Getty Images (Both islands can only be traversed on foot or by bike.) The area is best explored by car, since the driving is just as delightful as the destinations themselves. Every February, the French hit the slopes as if it were a religious rite....

Escape the tourists and mingle with Hawaiians on the lesser-known island of Molokai or in rural Upcountry Maui. You might wonder where Hawaiians vacation, considering they already live in a stunning destination ripe for tourism. Each island offers something distinct. Getty Images Here are seven destinations in Hawaii that locals love. I can still vividly recall winding our way to the summit, into the stars. Haleakala is home to a number of endangered and endemic species....

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Durable, packable, and practical is the name of the game. Credit:Travel + Leisure They dont have a lot of support, so you may want to add your own insoles. A lightweightpair of white sneakersis a must-have item on my packing list for any trip. They arent clunky or heavy, so I can tuck them in my suitcase without taking up much room....

Hint: It’s more glorious than you even imagined. According toEurDev, nations around Europe offer generous minimums when it comes to paid time off. And those living in Estonia get a whopping 28. Artur Debat/Getty Images But that’s not all. Artur Debat/Getty Images Ever wonder how Europeans spend all that glorious time off? We asked seven people sprinkled across the continent to find out. Courtesy of André Casado Thats why we typically go on vacation around Europe in either March/April or the end of October....

Cruising around the U.S. on a motorcycle makes for the perfect pandemic outing. After all, motorcycle touring offers the ultimate in social distancing. Most routes combine fabulous scenery with some roller-coaster twists, turns, and dips. Credit: Getty Images Each one curls around slender peninsulas pinned by historic lighthouses and lined with quaint seaside hamlets. Motorcyclists will also love sweeping bends, although care is needed for the many decreasing radius curves....

Maybe just pack a snack for your next flight instead. And that’s OK because airport dining has actually gotten pretty sophisticated, with some even boastingMichelin-starred establishments. Here are seven foods you should never buy at the airport. Photo Illustration by Mariah Tyler; Source: Getty Images Washing leafy greens does not remove all germs. That’s because germs can stick to the surface of leaves and even get inside them. Pair that with a flight at 35,000 feet, and you’ll be a swollen mess....

Outdoor showers are one of summer’s greatest pleasures here’s why and where to indulge. Summer is the season of unadulterated hedonism of spending as much time outdoors in as little clothing as possible. There’s something both sacred and sinful about the act. Credit: Read McKendree And yet it’s charged with a sense of illicit indulgence. The shower’s water pressure? So, what makes an excellent outdoor shower? Justin Nicholas I asked myself as a school of tiny, flint-colored fish flashed past me....

From island adventures to bustling cities, these trips will open your teenagers eyes to the world around them. Traveling with teenagers might seem like a big undertakingWill there be WiFi? Will they be bored? Picton harbor, Marlborough, New Zealand.Getty Images If your teens are into comics, visit the Tintin Shop or the Brussels Comics Art Center. The Pyrenees are suitable for all active families with children aged 10 and above....

Get ready for a high-end sugar rush. As the saying goes, “when it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.” Chocolatiers around the world continue to get more and more creative with theirchocolate innovations. Courtesy of Bridgewater Chocolate That means chocolates without artificial chemicals or useless added sugar. Visit the shops in person to try Soma’s one-of-a-kind, small-batch chocolates. Patrick Roger, France Patrick Roger’s chocolatesare the perfect amalgamation of chocolate and art....

Only locals frequented the charming towns, dreamy crystal blue waters, and iconic fincas (Spanish farmhouses). Now, the world has thankfully opened up again, and the island is buzzing with life. However, this charming and surprisingly robust city offers an array of cute cafes and cultural experiences. Credit: Ana Herreros/EyeEm/Getty Images Expect beautiful produce, handmade pasta, and a sprawling fish market here. For lunch, we often head toCafe Riutort. This small cafe has a reasonably priced pre-fixe menu that changes based on seasonal ingredients....