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This Company Wants to Bring Modern Night Trains to the U.S.—Here's How It Could Change Domestic Travel

Lunatrain is developing a new passenger train web link in the U.S. and Canada. Their idea is to link cities that are too far for existing daytime trains to serve efficiently. The initial Lunatrain connection will stretch across the East Coast and Midwest. A rendering of the exterior of the Lunatrain under the stars.Credit:Lunatrain, Inc. Their plan is to release a demonstration unit by late 2026 to gather feedback on its designs....

This Convent in New York's Hudson Valley Was Just Brought Back to Life as a 9-room Boutique Hotel

The Hudson Navigator, a boutique hotel in Hudson, New York, opened May 1. Here’s a first look inside. The hotels design concept celebrates Hudsons history as the Northeasts once-thriving whaling capital. Credit:The Hudson Navigator We wanted the hotel to reflect that heritagenot just in design, but in spirit. The nine guest rooms feature high-end touches like electric fireplaces, soaking tubs, and heated bathroom floors. The hotel, set behind a white picket fence, also encompasses a library and a peaceful garden....

This Costa Rica Resort Is at the Forefront of Hotel Design — With a Mid-canopy Trampoline, Stunning Villas, and Treehouse-inspired Rooms

See what makes this small hideaway on the Pacific Coast such a trailblazer. Were still on a hill in the jungle, so there are always surprises, Zak says. For me, its not about profit, but about a way of life, Zak notes. A panorama of Art Villas, the Costa Rica resort.Credit:Courtesy of Boutique Built from local wood, canvas, and metal, these treehouse-inspired rooms have ocean views. “The interiors are minimalist and playful,” according to Formafatal....

This Costa Rica Resort Town Is Home to a Popular National Park and Magical Monkey Forests

For languid hikes to secret white-sand beaches, howler monkeys, and sloths, head to Manuel Antonio. In Manuel Antonio you feel like you couldnt be anywhere else on Earth and you wouldnt want to be. Families will love the on-property mini-golf course and monkey trail. Jose Hernandez/Travel + Leiusre Say hello to Flash, the sloth who likes to hang out at the pool. To get there, follow the trail through the jungle it’s a little secret many tourists miss....

This Country Has the Best Health Care for Digital Nomads and American Expats—and It's Famous for Its Stunning Coastline, Too

As if you needed another reason to move to Portugal. And according to a new ranking from International Living, I’ve picked the perfect spot to immigrate to. With insurance, this cost is usually knocked down to under $20. Traditional Portuguese white and blue houses in Ericeira, Portugal.Credit:Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Coles reports that insurance averages around $550 per month. However, Portugal isn’t the only place expats can find excellent care.

This Country Has the Cleanest Swimming Water in Europe — and 1,700 Miles of Coastline

Croatia ranked ahead of all of the European Unions 27 member states, as well as Switzerland and Albania. The countrys commitment to take care of its natural beauty and prioritize its environmental health is nothing new. Last year, in a similar report, Croatia garnered a score of a similarly impressive 96 percent. Credit:David Clapp/Getty Images Lets just hope all those people help to keep it clean. mbbirdy/Getty Images

This Country Has the Largest Glacier in Europe — Plus 7 Active Volcanoes, a 'Diamond' Beach, and a Gorgeous Lagoon

Iceland’s Vatnajokull Glacier is one of the most beautiful and geologically important places in the country. FEBRUARY/Getty Images Glaciers are some of Earth’s most ethereal and mighty natural phenomenons. But few are more stunning thanIceland’s Vatnajokull ice cap. The ice crevasses and surrounding mountains of the Vatnajokull glacier, the largest ice cap in Europe.Credit:FEBRUARY/Getty Images At nearly 5,000 square miles, the vastness of Vatnajokull National Park can feel difficult to comprehend....

This Country Has the Most Clean Beaches in All of North and South America—and It's Famous for Its Gorgeous Waters

Mexico came in at No. But you shouldn’t settle for just any old beach. Instead, you should head to one of the cleanest beaches in the world. Serene turquoise Isla Mujeres beach Playa Norte famous for emerald waters and sandy sea shore.Credit:Elijah-Lovkoff/Getty Images And that may just be closer than you think. But most importantly, “free access must be granted to the public.” Find all the Blue Flag beaches around the globe atblueflag....

This Country Is the Happiest Place in East Asia—and It Has Incredible Street Food, Beautiful National Parks, and Bubbling Hot Springs

There’s so much to love about Taiwan. The island nation ranked 27th globally and outperformed its neighbors, such asJapan, South Korea, and China. 147 countries were analyzed in this year’s report. A temple in Jiufen, Taiwan.Credit:f11photo/Getty Images Finlandfor the eighth consecutive time in a rowranked as the happiest country in the worldoverall. For its report, Gallup collected self-assessments from more than 100,000 international participants. Taiwan stands out with strong scores in both perceived and actual benevolence....

This Country Just Dethroned France as Europe's Most Romantic Destination

Switzerland took the top spot. MichalLudwiczak/Getty Images Looking to plan an unforgettable romantic getaway for you and the love of your life? Then, it’s time to head to Europe. Swiss Riviera of Lake Geneva in Montreux, Switzerland.Credit:MichalLudwiczak/Getty Images And no, we’re not talking about France. In February, European Waterways released the findings of itsstudyranking the most romantic destinations across Europe. However, recent data reveals a shift in the rankings." But, if you happened to already plan a loved-up trip to France, that’s OK....

This Country Just Dethroned Mexico As the No. 1 Fall Destination for Americans — and It Has Stunning Foliage, Too

So, where are Americans heading this season? For travelers seeking to stay inside a modern masterpiece, theSinger Palace Hotelis an excellent choice. The island is also dotted with charming, historical, and architecturally rich towns, from Palermo to Noto. The Rome skyline with Tiber river at sunset.Credit:Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Anastasiia Shavshyna/Getty Images On the heel of Italy liesPuglia, a region containing the longest coastline in mainland Italy. To learn more about the study and to see the top 10 list, visitsquaremouth....

This Country Was Just Named No. 1 for LGBTQ+ Expats — From Digital Nomads to Retirees

The Netherlands has some of the best policies. Maarten Wouters/Getty Images The global expat community is booming. Unfortunately, not all countries around the world are accepting of the LGBTQ+ community. Two woman sitting next to each other on a bench along an Amsterdam canal.Credit:Maarten Wouters/Getty Images Therefore, thorough research is essential before deciding on a new country to call home." After looking at the data, the team named theNetherlandsthe top spot for LGBTQ+ expats....

This Country Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire in Europe, According to a New Study

Here’s where you should move. Josh Smith/Ascent Xmedia/Getty Images Retiring abroad is nothing new but it’s certainly surging in popularity. Then, it gave each nation a score of 1 to 10 (10 being the highest). Credit:Josh Smith/Ascent Xmedia/Getty Images Portugal came out on top. Davids' Adventures Photos/Getty Images Full disclosure, I am not what youd call impartial to this result. I moved to Portugal two years ago to pursue my PhD at Universidade Catolica Portuguesa in Lisbon....