The Last House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright Is Now Complete—and You Can Rent It for a Stay

The blueprints for RiverRock House were found on the famed architects drawing board after his death. Sarah Dykstra/Courtesy of RiverRock LLC Frank Lloyd Wrights distinctive brand of American architecture is peppered throughout the country. And it opened to the public this month. The exterior of RiverRock House in Willoughby Hills, Ohio.Credit:Sarah Dykstra/Courtesy of RiverRock LLC What makes RiverRock House so special is just how close it came to never being realized....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 143 words · Deborah Gilmore

The Last Supermoon of the Year Will Be in the Sky Tonight — What to Know

The moon will appear bright and vibrant Thursday, Sept. 28, just before 7 p.m. If it feels like youve been hearing about supermoons a lot this year, youre right. After this week, the next supermoon wont grace our skies until summer 2024. The full Harvest Moon sets behind the Statue of Liberty as the sun rises on September 10, 2022, in New York City.Credit:Gary Hershorn/Getty Images Heres how to catch Thursdays lunar marvel, including where to look and when....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Christopher Brown

The Latest Luxury Hotel Trend Is All About Embracing the Outdoors

How top lodges and high-end hotels are catering to their trekking-obsessed guests. In Europe,Rocco Forte Hotelshas created what it calls the Great Hikes of Europe. Weve been delighted that a growing number of guests are embracing the journey on foot. Trailborn Rocky Mountains, in Estes Park, Colorado.Credit:Christian Harder/Courtesy of Trailborn To meet that demand, Marriott has added two nature-focused brands to its portfolio. Formerly known as Getaway, Postcard is a collection of tiny-home-inspired hideaways that offer seclusion without skimping on amenities....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 112 words · Holly Pineda

The Latest on Los Angeles Travel — From Airline Waivers, to Rideshares Discounts, and More

Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk plan to reopen Friday. Similarly,Lyftis providing up to $25 in ride credits with the promo code CAFIRERELIEF25. The code is valid for up to 2,000 riders through Jan. 15. Destroyed homes along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California during the Palisades Fire on Thursday, January 9, 2025.Credit:Jeff Gritchen/Orange County Register via Getty Images Major attractions across Los Angeles remained shuttered on Friday, including theGriffith Observatoryand theGetty Center and Villa....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 91 words · Kenneth Strickland

The Leonids Meteor Shower Will Peak Tonight — Complete With a Predicted 15 Shooting Stars per Hour

If a weekend beneath the stars sounds dreamy, youre in the right place. To spot the showers myriad meteors, look east toward the constellation Leo. Give your eyes 30 minutes to adjust to the darkness for the real magic to begin. Credit:mdesigner125/Getty Images Try a lake, elevated viewpoint, or hilltop if you’re able to. Pack a lawn chair or sleeping bag to get cozy while you scour for shooting stars....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Antonio Kirby

The London Eye Will Celebrate Star Wars Day With a Dazzling Light Show — How to Watch

The London Eye will pay tribute to the dark side. Courtesy of lastminute.com London Eye x Star Wars The force is with London … or rather the fourth. Also in celebration of the annual holiday. Credit:Courtesy of lastminute.com London Eye x Star Wars The screenings will feature an exclusive look at the Disney+ series “The Acolyte,” premiering in June. This isnt the first time the London Eye has played host to a pop culture spectacle....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Catherine Howard

The Longest Hiking Trail in the Caribbean Has an Even More Beautiful Sibling Trail at Sea — and I Explored It by Kayak

A major marine trail in the Caribbean offers travelers a chance to swap hiking boots for water shoes. Now a sea-kayaking trail has been created to mirror its inland sibling. But even a two-day paddle promises spectacular scenery. Kayaking Dominica’s Waitukubuli Sea Trail.Credit:Courtesy of Discover Dominica Authority Last spring, I joined Moses on an overnight journey to tackle the trails final two sections. Past Dublanc, we saw coastline that was undeveloped for miles....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Ian Carson

The Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend — With Up to 18 Shooting Stars Per Hour

It’s the first of 2 meteor showers happening this spring. This weekends event could produce up to 18 streaking Lyrids per hour in peak conditions,according to NASA. If youre in a dark-sky destination from April 21-22, its still worth giving the Lyrids a go. Credit:Getty Images Heres how and when to watch the 2024 Lyrid meteor shower, plus when to catch the next one. What Makes the Lyrid Meteor Shower Special?...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Mark Ross

The Madeira Islands Are Portugal's Best-kept Secret

Even today, after 600 years of human encroachment, their amazement is easy to understand. Those first men who arrived on the island called it Madeira the Portuguese word for wood. The Atlantic affects the climate, the wildlife, and the food. The beach at Fajã dos Padres.Rodrigo Cardoso Those sailors, I thought, should have called their discovery mar the sea. My interest in this place pre-dates my realization that itwasa place....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 715 words · Keith Sandoval

The Main Differences Between Business Class vs. First Class—and Tips for Booking Each

Here’s what to know about each premium cabin typeand how to book them. The distinctions between business and first-class services, however, arent exactly black and white. You often see domestic first class offered as the forward cabin, yet there are no lie-flat seats. Luxury airplane seat with a meal.Credit:imaginima/Getty Images Alternatively, on many international carriers, you see business class featuring lie-flat seats with perks like lounge access. She also notes that dining in business class is a step above what youll find in economy....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · David Torres

The Masters Are This Week — Here’s the Ultimate Packing List for Golfing Spectators, Starting at $13

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Youll be glad you brought these essentials for the green. These Sorel sneakers have similar features found in golf shoes but are versatile enough for any kind of trip. Credit:Travel + Leisure Since many courses and clubs actuallyrequirepatrons to wear collared shirts, spectators tend to follow this rule, too. We also love this $26 effortlessViodia optionthat is stretchy, quick-drying, and has a stylish quarter-zip neckline....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 284 words · Mikayla Sellers

The Meaning of Cinco de Mayo in Mexico—and How It's Celebrated in Puebla

May 5 marks the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla. There are many celebrations and stories surrounding Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May. However, Mexican soldiers and civilians managed to defeat them. Credit: Daniel Cardenas/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images The city usually marks it with a military parade featuring musicians, soldiers, sailors, and dancers. The commemoration of May 5 lasts longer than a day, though. The city throws a weeks-long fair that extends the revelry....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 176 words · Jeffrey Robertson

The Michelin Guide Will Now Also Rate the Best Hotels Around the World — Here's How

The first group of Michelin Key hotels will be revealed in the first half of 2024. Now the brand is expanding its reach into hotels, by introducing the new Michelin Key ratings. It is also an acknowledgment of the teamwork of committed enthusiastic hospitality professionals. Credit:Joe Thomas/Courtesy of The Plaza – a Fairmont Managed Hotel Each hotel is being evaluated based on three major objectives. While the Michelin Key is a new distinction, this isnt the companys first foray into accommodations....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Roger Lopez