The Ultimate Costa Rica Packing List

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Costa Rica is very informal, says Anastasia McCulloch, a travel consultant for Costa Rican Vacations. Credit:Travel + Leisure People here are out doing excursions, exploring the rainforest, jumping off waterfalls, going hiking. I spent two weeks in the gorgeous southwest region of the country and enjoyed every moment. I wore hiking boots nearly every day but switched to a supportive pair of waterproof sandals for water activities....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 650 words · Nicholas Castro

The Ultimate Cyber Monday Guide for Travelers — Shop the 138 Best Deals Up to 75% Off

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Luggage, travel accessories, and more start at just $6. Without further ado, it’s time to go shopping. Credit:Travel + Leisure / Kevin Liang Want a taste of everything? Consider theAmazon Basics 3-piece Luggage Setthats 20 percent off and $133 thats just $45 per suitcase! Samsonite Winfield 3 DLX Harside Carry-on This sturdy yet lightweight suitcase is aneditor favoritethats built to last....

May 4, 2025 · 5 min · 891 words · Tiffany Ramirez

The Ultimate Dive Trip Packing List

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Explore new depths with comfortable swimsuits, fitted flippers, reef-safe sunscreen, and more. Credit:Travel + Leisure Redundancy isn’t a bad word when diving you should always have back up equipment to avoid dangerous situations. Here is everything it’s crucial that you bring when youre packing for a dive trip. For a day of diving, your bathing suit is the most important item of clothing to consider....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 482 words · Joseph Soto

The Ultimate Egypt Packing List

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Heres all the clothing, shoes, gear, and accessories you need for your first trip to Egypt. Credit:Travel + Leisure Here are all the things you need in one comprehensive vacation checklist. This Toomet Women’s UPF 50+ UV Sun Protection Shirt is our top pick in the long-sleeved shirt department. The wide-leg pant features four functional pockets and is also machine washable (read: low maintenance)....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 357 words · David Wilcox

The Ultimate Epcot Guide for a Magical Disney Vacation

Each of Epcot’s four sections offers something new to discover. At World Showcase, visitors can explore the cultures of 11 countries at themed pavilions around a picturesque lagoon. To find up-to-date park hours and showtimes, visit theDisney World website. Courtesy of Walt Disney World There are two types: the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and the Lightning Lane Single Pass. There’s something for every taste and budget, with casual stands, quick-service eateries, and table-service options....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 230 words · Lisa Orozco

The Ultimate Galápagos Islands Travel Guide

Discover the islands that inspired Charles Darwin. Over that time, the archipelago evolved into a home for an all-star cast of plants and animals. Sometime in the 1800s, some swashbuckling pirates and intrepid explorers started arriving in the Galapagos Islands. Credit: DC_Colombia/Getty Images Since then, word of these islands and their magnificent beauty has steadily grown. As amazing as you think the Galapagos Islands will be, they routinely exceed expectations....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 816 words · Elizabeth Garcia

The Ultimate Greece Packing List

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. After a 10-day trip to Greece, here is what I would pack again and leave behind next time. Credit:Travel + Leisure As a member of thechecked luggage club, it was a challenge to only bring a carry-on. The trouser style is effortless and chic, but it still felt like I was wearing sweatpants or loungewear....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 697 words · Andrea Matthews

The Ultimate Guide to 'Game of Thrones' Filming Locations Around the World

Let HBO’s popular television series be the inspiration for your next trip. Martin’s rich, complicated world to life. Allow this handy travel guide to inspire aGame of Thronestrip of your own. Snow covered mountain Kirkjufell, Iceland.Credit: Beerpixs/Getty Images (Disclaimer: In case you still haven’t watched the show, beware of spoilers ahead.) Visitors will recognize the rugged surroundings as Lordsport, the port town to which Theon returns after leaving Winterfell. Built in the 18th century, the fort remains on UNESCO’s tentative World Heritage list....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 533 words · Bruce Mcgrath

The Ultimate Guide to Badlands National Park Camping

Then, there’s the wildlife bison, bighorn sheep, and golden eagles, to name a few. Luckily, there are plenty of options, from establishedcampgroundsand RV hookups to rugged backcountry camping. Reservations must be made in advance. Karen Desjardin/Getty Images All guests at Sage Creek Campground have access to covered picnic tables and pit toilets, but not water. Campers can either pack their own H2O, or drop by the Ben Reifel Visitor Center to fill up....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 210 words · James Lawson

The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Culture in Los Angeles

Thought Little Tokyo was the only place to soak up Japanese culture in L.A.? Of all the things to love about Little Tokyo, downtownL.A. ’s hub of Japanese culture, the most remarkable may be that it even exists. Yuri Hasegawa/Courtesy of Discover Los Angeles But its fate wasn’t always so certain. “No one wanted to go there. There was a lot of crime and homelessness.” Courtesy of Tortoise General Store...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Debbie Hayes

The Ultimate Guide to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade — Including the Best Places to Watch

When is the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade? Cant make it to NYC for the grand celebration? As this is at the beginning of the route, it’s essential to arrive early. Credit:Anadolu Agency/Getty Images Further along the route, another great place to watch the parade is Columbus Circle. The large windows of the mall provide arguably the most desirable view of the parade. Here are some options. TIMOTHY A. CLARY/Getty Images...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Bryan Kim

The Ultimate Guide to Magic Kingdom, According to Disney Experts

No trip to Walt Disney World would be complete without a visit to the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World is complicated in a way that’s different from almost any other vacation destination. Ready to plan your trip? Credit:Valerie de Leon/Travel + Leisure Here’s everything you oughta know to plan a perfect day at Magic Kingdom. Samantha Davis-Friedman is a theme park journalist and contributing writer of Walt Disney World Hacks, Second Edition....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 366 words · Logan Williams

The Ultimate Guide to NYC's Coolest Borough, Brooklyn

Best Time to Go Year-round. You’ll be in the center of all of Greenpoint’s best food and fun. Years past have featured performances from FKA Twigs, Alicia Keys, D’Angelo, SZA, and more. Credit: Stefan Tomic/Getty Images Afropunk is also a fashion destination for those with an eye for the freshest, most innovative streetwear. TheBrooklyn Book Festivalis a fall staple, returning annually for a week in September to thrill book lovers worldwide....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 755 words · William Harris