The case for spending a long weekend inPhuket(the most infamous party island inThailand) is easy. Theres fresh seafood, great weather, friendly people, and tons of options for travelers on every budget. Bangkok Drone As a travel destination, Phuket is a breeze to navigate. Credit: Getty Images The whole island is accessible by road, and none of the beaches require an admission fee. Heres how to plan the perfect vacation in Phuket....
This idyllic archipelago in the Indian Ocean provides the perfect blend of secluded beaches and vibrant multiculturalism. After all, there are few places more isolated than this heavenly cluster of islands. And that’s to say nothing of the incredible seafood and resorts. Credit:De Agostini / Getty Images Hiking is also a popular activity, so consider bringing some sturdy boots. Keep in mind that the rainy season runs from December through February....
Plan a trip to the remote Australian territory to swim with whale sharks and see the famous crab migration. It may take a bit of effort to get to, but the island rewards determined travelers. Christmas Island is ringed by cliffs, broken intermittently by small beaches, coves, and enticing limestone grottos. Credit: Daniela Dirscherl/WaterFrame RM/Getty Images A few hundred feet offshore, the Indian Ocean floor plummets three miles deep to the bottom....
Discover all that San Diego’s touristic peninsula has to offer. San Diegocan sometimes be overlooked for sexierLos Angelesor more cosmopolitanSan Francisco. But just inside its harbor, San Diego holds a treasure that neither L.A. nor S.F. Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto can claim: Coronado. This didn’t happen by accident. “We have folks who check in for a seven-night stay and never leave the resort once.” Marilyn Monroe, as Sugar Kane, meets Tony Curtis, as “Junior,” in a scene from “Some Like It Hot....
Quintessentially Scottish coastlines, whiskey distilleries, and Stone Age remains are just a ferry ride away. Almost never are they included on any list ofEurope’s highlights, but why? The quickest way to travel to the islands is via a 45-minute flight from Inverness to Kirkwall. Credit: Martin McCarthy/Getty Images Rest assured, the journey is worth it. So, ready to plan a trip? Here’s everything it’s crucial that you know before traveling to the Orkney Islands....
No city in the world does the holidays quite like London. Andrew Holt/Getty Images London has long been one of my favorite cities. Fulham Palace Christmas Fair Want the festive experience sans the crowds? Ice skating at Somerset House in London.Credit:Andrew Holt/Getty Images Malpass recommends heading to theFulham Palace Christmas fair. So, any gifts you pick up will definitely be unique, he says. What I love most about Christmas at Trafalgar Square is the setting, he says....
A great big beautiful tomorrow awaits at Walt Disney World and Disneyland in 2025. Heres what to expect atDisney World and Disneylandin 2025. The Big Thunder Mountain Railroad located in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland at Walt Disney World in Orlando.Credit: Courtesy of Disney Statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse in front of Cinderellas Castle in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.Elizabeth Rhodes/Travel + Leisure Courtesy of Disneyland
The short answer is yes, you do tip in Europe. Most travelers are aware that tipping practices differ between the U.S. and European countries. Steves’websitealso begins with similar advice: “Don’t stress over tipping.” Credit: Getty Images Still, some guidelines can be helpful. Hand the cash tip to the server, rather than leaving it on the table." is appropriate, according to Rick Steves. Kaitlyn Collins You do not tip bartenders in Europe, but leaving change or a euro is always appreciated....
With its rich history, award-winning restaurants, and inimitable Southern hospitality, Savannah will leave you reinvigorated. Despite being one of the oldest cities in the country, the culture here is surprisingly and refreshingly modern. A stylishly appointed lobby and sophisticated furnishings throughout make this Southern Gothic mansion feel simultaneously welcoming and swanky. I always think, What hotels got the best walkability? Its a short walk from everything. It also has 11 restaurants and bars on-site, and the majority are open past 10 p....
Matthew Dyer, co-owner of Wandby Landing, agrees. If youre looking for absolute luxury, theWhite Barn Innis it, he says. All the amenities, the hospitalitywere lucky to have that in our area. Credit:Jon Lovette/Getty Images And great food, too their haddock chowder is pretty fantastic, and they have an awesome watermelon margarita. I love just sitting on the porch there with a watermelon margarita. Theres plenty of temptation to settle in for a few days and never explore beyond the resorts front entrance....
I live in California, and these are my favorite beach towns in the Golden State. The state is brimming with vacation-worthy communities maintaining local seaside traditions and that coveted slow pace of life. It’s situated on a hillside that gently descends into crescent-shaped Carmel Beach. Credit:Jon Bilous/Getty Images In fact, Carmels walkability is part of its allure, since every step packs an enchanting punch. Or at least home for the weekend....
And, by all accounts, travelers are increasingly looking to discover them. Its the ones you cant find online that hark back to the origin of the speakeasy, Swasbrook says. Some spots are still decidedly hard to find. Double O Seven cocktail at the Spy Bar, in the Raffles London at the OWO.Credit:Courtesy of The Spy Bar Consider it proof that some secrets are better when shared. A rare bottle at the Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp; Davide Sinibaldi, bartender at the Spy Bar....
More people have been to space than have ever driven the iconic vehicle. Here’s a peek of the Wienermobile’s interior. But it wasn’t long before fans wanted to see it back on the streets of America. Credit:Mariah Tyler / Travel + Leisure Talia Avakian / Travel + Leisure Hot dog puns are not uncommon when riding in the Wienermobile. For Pepper, the hardest thing about driving the Wienermobile is actually parking it....
