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This 320-year-old Rural Village Home Was Moved From Japan to California — and You Can Visit in October

The historic Shoya house dates back to about 1700. It will welcome visitors on Oct. 21. The new exhibit will showcase what rural village life was like by spotlighting the 3,000-square-foot home. Credit:Â© The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens What stands out now is the dedication to sustainably back then. The home is decked out in traditional furnishings of the era, includingtatami matsand carved wood panels calledranmas. Also in the garden are a ceremonial teahouse, bonsai collection, and Zen court....

This 34-mile Scenic Highway Is One of the Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the U.S.

The fall colors on the Kancamagus Highway in New Hampshire have to be seen to be believed. Raimund Linke/Getty Images Theres no place like the East Coast in the fall. It didnt take long for in-the-know family members to fill me in. Scenic view of the Kancamagus Highway in autumn through the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire.Credit:Raimund Linke/Getty Images Highway pull-offs provide views of the White Mountains and access to sites like Sabbaday Falls and Rocky Gorge....

This 341-year-old Nantucket Hotel Was Destroyed in a Fire—and It’s Finally Reopening After a Massive Rebuild

Veranda House burned down in 2022. The iconic property is making a comeback. Here, visitors can relax in an English country-style garden with Adirondack chairs. Scenic views from a balcony of the Veranda House in Nantucket.Credit:Captured By Crown/Courtesy of Veranda House The sign hanging outside the hotel and view from the rooftop deck.Captured By Crown/Courtesy of Veranda House The sign hanging outside the hotel and view from the rooftop deck.Captured By Crown/Courtesy of Veranda House

This 35-foot-tall Christmas Tree Is Made of 364,000 Legos and Took Over 3,000 Hours to Build — Here's How to See It

‘Tis the season to rock around the Lego Christmas tree. Courtesy of LEGOLAND California Resort Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas … especially at Legoland. Lego Santa also attended the event and visited with families during the ceremony. The LEGO Christmas tree at the LEGOLAND California Resort.Credit:Courtesy of LEGOLAND California Resort In addition to tasty holiday-themed treats and new shows, guests can visit “Elf Extravaganza!” Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Universal Resort Orlando are all offeringspecial holiday programming and dealsthroughout the season....

This 4-country Safari Is the ‘Greatest on Earth’ — Aboard an Emirates Executive Private Jet

Travel to Zimbabwe, Botswana, Kenya, and Rwanda, all in one trip. Not all trips toAfricaare created equal, though. Heres why I, a specialist in life-changing African experiences, think you should book this trip now. Take a safari to explore Maasai National Park.Credit:Ayzenstayn/Getty Images Courtesy of Road Africa What is the ‘Greatest Safari on Earth’? This 12-day journey takes place in August and September and is limited to 10 guests. Along the way, theyll stay at luxurious safari camps and be led by the best guides....

This 4-hour Vintage Train Journey Through Virginia's Shenandoah Valley Is One of the Best Ways to See Fall Foliage

Changing maples and oaks make this train journey the perfect fall foliage excursion. Fall in Virginias Shenandoah Valley is second to none. The legendaryNorfolk & Western Class J No. Dennis Govoni/Getty Images 611, is a steam locomotive thats deemed the most powerful steam passenger locomotive ever built. The 611 locomotive pulls 11 passenger cars, which offer four classes of seating. The most basic option, Standard Coach, starts at $99 for a roundtrip ticket....

This 40-mile Stretch of the Belgian Coast Is Often Overlooked — and It's Home to the World's Longest Tram

A love letter to the Belgian coast charming towns, fine-dining restaurants, and tranquil nature reserves included. And yet, the 40-mile North Sea coastline accounts for most of the countrys domestic arrivals. So, why do foreign travelers still favor nearby Bruges, Brussels, and Ghent? Credit:Sander Van Den Broecke Theres one thing that connects all Belgiancoastal destinationseven more than their geographical proximity: a common identity. I wondered, will the sand in my sneakers evoke memories of days gone by?...

This 469-mile East Coast Road Trip Route Is One of the Best in the U.S. — and It's Got Stunning Hiking Trails, Too

Blue Ridge Parkway was named one of America’s best road trip routes in a new study. Cindy Robinson/Getty Images Americans love a goodroad trip vacation. Likereally lovetheir road trips. The Thunder Hill Overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The overlook sits at an elevation of 3795 feet, providing scenic panoramic views.Credit:Cindy Robinson/Getty Images The survey also noted that the average traveler has planned two road trips for the season. 3 spots, respectively....

This 5,000-year-old City in Peru Is a Less-crowded Alternative to Machu Picchu

Discover the wonders of Perus lesser-known lost city, Caral. Its a big claim for a destination that remains virtually unknown to international travelers. Machu Picchu was rub-your-eyes glorious, yes. The ancient steps and city of Caral, Peru.Credit:Karina Mendoza/Courtesy of PROMPERÚ But with more than 1.5 million visitors pouring in each year, it was also crowded. Mallku Producciones/Courtesy of PROMPERU Caral, in comparison, receives a mere fraction of that. On the day we arrive in August, I count less than 30 visitors total on site....

This 5-square-mile Island Has a 'Disappearing Beach' — and It's Called the 'Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean'

Saba also has epic diving and the world’s shortest commercial runway. If you’ve never heard ofSaba, youre not alone. Relatively fewCaribbean-bound travelersknow about this five-square-mile island with a population under 2,000 and neighbor toSt. Kai Wulf But once you know, you go. Instead, charming, white, wooden cottages with forest-green shutters and red-tin roofs punctuate the islands hills. So, a stay here isnt for your everyday sun- and sand-seeking visitor. Kai Wulf...

This 5.5-hour Vintage Train Journey Through New Hampshire Is One of the Best Ways to See Fall Foliage

Surround yourself in Mother Nature’s fall bounty. And, if you go in the fall, youll ride right through a kaleidoscope unlike any other. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are available for children as well. Courtesy of Conway Scenic Railroad Tickets begin at $79 for adults and $60 for children. See more about this train, and all its available excursions atconwayscenic.com. Courtesy of Conway Scenic Railroad

This 50% Off Flight Sale Has Tickets to California Wine Country, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Park Starting at $34

The low-cost carrier has been aggressively announcing new destinations as it ramps up services and continues expansion. “Travel + Leisuretried out several routes and was able to see the savings instantly. For those unfamiliar with Avelo, they also offer free change and cancellations. Billy Hustace/Getty Images The destinations recently announced are the latest additions for Avelos route map which services 43 destinations across 24 states.

This 53-day Cruise Sails Across the Pacific Ocean and Back — With an Incredible 3 Weeks in Japan

(The Legendary Voyages program launched to honor Holland Americas 150th anniversary this year.) And, you dont even have to fly toJapanto get there. The Majestic Japan itinerary starts and ends in Seattle. Credit:Courtesy of Holland America Line Once in Japan, youll spend 20 days visiting 13 ports. It covers every part of the country, including Hokkaido as the first stop. On the way back to Seattle, the cruise spends three days in Hawaii....