This 59-day Train Journey Passes Through 12 Countries — and Includes Rides on 7 Iconic Luxury Locomotives in the World

This Railbookers itinerary is the train trip to end all train trips. It is, in short, a train trip to end all train trips. It departs from Vancouver on Sept. 3, 2025, and ends 59 days later in Singapore. The exterior of the Venice Simplon Orient Express.Credit:Courtesy of Railbookers The journey begins in Canadaon theRocky Mountaineer trainthat runs from Vancouver to Jasper, Alberta. After returning to Turkey, the scenery shifts dramatically....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Christopher Bennett

This 62-year-old Antigua Resort Is One of the Best in the Caribbean — With Private Beaches, Peaceful Rooms, and Lots of Activities

But then, it could also be their intimate wine cellar that their sommeliers travel worldwide to source. As I think it over, all of these things are just the icing. That welcoming ethos is still felt to this day. Credit:Alexis Andrews/Courtesy of Curtain Bluff She points to a photo of the couple with Sophia Loren. The service is nothing short of spectacular, too. Theyre attentive and anticipate your needs without being intrusive....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Heather Kelly

This 7-day All-inclusive River Cruise Stops at Iconic Christmas Markets in Germany — But You Have to Act Fast

Yes, we’re already ready for the holidays, too. Poike/Getty Images Influencer contentisnt always the most relatable. But not with Helene In Between. Credit:Poike/Getty Images I can barely contain my excitement, Sula wrote on her cruises announcement page. The seven-day journey begins in Cologne, Germany, which Sula noted is one of her favorite market destinations. (It’s also where her blog began.) “But the Christmas market is so easy. It’s delightful.” “It’s truly an incredible atmosphere and I just want to spread the love....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 88 words · Patrick Winters

This 7-day Train Itinerary Lets You Explore Italy's Culinary Heritage by Rail—With Pasta-making Classes, Trattoria Visits, and Wine Tastings

With a focus on trains and food, these Railbookers trips combine all the best things about Europe. Now, train vacation booking platformRailbookershas a delicious new trip through Italy. As an added bonus, there’s a pasta-making class, too. Scenic cityscape of Florence, Italy.Credit:Evgeniya Vlasova/Travel + Leisure A pasta making class in Florence.Railbookers

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 51 words · Joseph Nielsen

This 7-day Train Journey Passes Through 5 European Countries — and Includes a Ride on Europe's Highest Railway

The cherry on top is a New Years Eve gala dinner with newfound friends in Interlaken, Switzerland. The trip starts and ends in London and promises travelers seven days of train travel and mountain views. Lodging at four-star properties is included, as are most meals. Credit:Courtesy of Vacations By Rail Interlaken, a quaint Swiss village set between mountains and lakes, will behome for the next five nights. The trip runs Dec....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · Mary Wolfe

This 7-mile Hike in Oregon Takes You to 10 Waterfalls

Here’s what it’s like to hike the Trail of Ten Falls, according to an Oregon local. For a wheelchair- and stroller-accessible jaunt, consider the mile-long North Rim Trail, which opened in 2023. This route has a compacted surface and is never narrower than six feet. Lower South Falls along the Trail of Ten Falls.Credit:Garrett Galván/Adobe Stock It leads to a lookout with gorgeous views over North Falls. A trail leading to a waterfall....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 74 words · Thomas Marquez

This 70-mile Scenic Byway in the Pacific Northwest Takes Visitors Through ‘Waterfall Alley’

The Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway was created to highlight Oregon’s stunning natural beauty. The beauty of the drive is iconicthink moss-draped cliffs and cascading waterfalls. On the other side of the highway, the Columbia River flows. Multnomah Falls surrounded by lush foliage.Credit:wayfarerlife photography/Getty Images They wanted the road to lay lightly on the land and enhance the scenery instead of diminishing it. Below is our guide to this National Historic Landmark thats aptly nicknamed the King of Roads and Waterfall Alley....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Katherine Donovan

This 72%-Off Travel Backpack Is Lightweight and Spacious Enough to Replace Your Carry-on

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. It has three compartments and organizing pockets. Travel + Leisure Frequent fliersknow that using atravel backpackcan make a big difference when packing for a trip. Credit:Travel + Leisure Some backpacks can even fit more than your in-fight essentials. It has four separate compartments, including a dedicated sleeve to separate shoes or dirty clothes. Inside each compartment are multiple smaller pockets that ensure all of your items remain organized and easy to find....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Julia Smith

This 75%-off Carry-on Luggage Is Durable, Easy to Wheel, and Fits 7+ Days’ Worth of Clothing

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. The two-piece set is just $50. We recently stumbled upon atwo-piece carry-on luggage setthats now 75 percent off. Credit:Travel + Leisure The small suitcase also seamlessly slides onto the sturdy rod of the larger size for even more convenient traveling. Shop More T+L-Approved Picks Walmart Walmart Walmart Walmart Walmart Walmart

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 60 words · Janice Owens

This 8-acre Japanese Botanical Garden Has One of the Best Cherry Blossom Displays in the U.S. — Here's When It Peaks

Grand Rapids, Michigan, is the unlikely home to one of spring’s best floral displays. The trees and their blossoms known in Japan as sakura are celebrated with viewing parties each spring. Typically the blooms peak in April. Credit:Courtesy of Experience Grand Rapids The tea ceremony, orchanoyu, is led by tea masters who use original works of Shigaraki pottery. The gardens and sculpture park are open daily, year-round. It is less than 10 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids and just over two hours from Detroit....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Eric Austin

This 8-mile Barrier Island in Florida Has Some of the Best Beaches in the State — Plus Frequent Dolphin Sightings

Siesta Key has the ultimate laid-back beach vibe. Sunsets anywhere are gorgeous, but they are not to be missed here. Locals bring their drums and people dance and celebrate as the sun goes down. Credit:Visit Sarasota I feel like I’m on vacation without being far from home, she says. Defebo likesPrime Vacationsfor multigenerational family get-togethers, group celebrations, and reunions. Units range from two to eight bedrooms with fully equipped kitchens....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 595 words · Taylor Brown

This 8-room New York Inn Is Owned by Richard Gere — and It Just Got a Major Facelift

glen allsop/Courtesy of Bedford Post Inn Waking up at the newly refurbishedBedford Post Innis nothing short of picturesque. If these things annoy you, stop reading now. If not, continue. Credit:glen allsop/Courtesy of Bedford Post Inn Adam Landsman, a co-founder of Sunday Hospitality, describes the hotel as a really exceptional English countryside inn. Initially constructed in 1762, the building was once a stagecoach stop along Old Post Road. The goal was, how do we make this experience incredible?...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 172 words · Julie Adams

This 80%-off Luggage Set by One of Our Favorite Affordable Brands Is Especially Durable

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Travelers say its spacious enough for weeks-long trips. Snatch up this expandable set to take on weekend getaways, weeks-long trips, and everything in between. Credit:Travel + Leisure Not only is its material scratch- and impact-resistant, but its lightweight and moves silently and smoothly. The set includes a 27-inch, 23-inch, and 19-inch suitcase fit for days or weeks of travel. One shopper said the bag looks very high-end and is durable with sturdy wheels....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 93 words · Corey Villegas