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Work on the tracks began in 1883, and the first train opened to passengers in 1928. Within 30 minutes of departing the station, we began to point and snap photos. I dont know where to look, the woman said, pressing her nose against the glass. RolfSt/Getty Images At one stop, schoolchildren in matching neon vests marched single file along the tracks. They waved in at us and we furiously reciprocated with animated smiles and giant swings of our arms....

Here’s where to stay, eat, and explore in Bordeaux, France’s wine capital. you’re free to order it online or pick one up from the tourist office upon arrival. During your stay, be sure to take advantage of the Nuxe spa. Rabi Merizak/Getty Images Sleek furniture pops against antique fixtures like molded fireplaces and parquet floors. That can make choosing awine-tasting destinationa little daunting, but luckily the Bordeaux Tourism & Conventions website simplifies it....

Longwood Gardens just underwent a major renovation. The new additions open to the public on Nov. 22, andTravel + Leisuregot a first look. Its in the Brandywine Valley, 12 miles from Wilmington, Delaware and 30 miles fromPhiladelphia. West Conservatory building at the Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience.Credit:Sahar Coston-Hardy/Esto.Courtesy of Longwood Gardens The glass and metal structure has a pleated roof that unfolds unevenly, evoking the nearby rolling hills. The columns supporting its roof are asymmetrical and curving, changing shape as you approach the building....

Bent Inn is the only gay-owned LGBTQ+ boutique hotel in Las Vegas. Why not right now? (We already had ours.) Credit:Courtesy of Bent Inn When we returned to the Bent bar later that Saturday evening, it was packed. The lights were low and the energy level was sky-high. And at a bar thats open 24 hours, its become a popular gay hangout. Courtesy of Bent Inn Bent Inn Bent Inn is the brainchild of Palm Springs hoteliers Greg Kafka and Mark Hunter....

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If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. More than 30,000 of them were sold last month alone. It often involves long and exhausting days researching and exploring in all kinds of weather conditions. Credit:Travel + Leisure / Tyler Roeland Ill be honest, I didnt originally buy this portable neck fan for travel purposes. I remember the first time I told my mom I was going about my workday (and travels!...

The hilltop Dunya Camp sits just 90 minutes from Atlanta. Courtesy of Dunya Camp When you think of glamping, the state of Georgia mightnot immediately come to mind. Their safari-style tents all have a king-sized, four-poster bed; antique furniture; and a wood-burning stove. Credit:Courtesy of Dunya Camp The private bathroom has both a deep soaking tub and a separate shower. And an outdoor kitchen with a gas grill and side stove, along with a fire pit and loungers....

Driftwood Beach is located on Jekyll Island, Georgia. 6 spot in Tripadvisor’s rankings. But the namesake driftwood that covers this beach is far more impressive than a scant few branches or logs. Penny Britt/Getty Images Though there are some rocky areas, Driftwood Beach is perfectly fine for taking a dip. Some of their homes still stand today, waiting to be admired by architecturally inclined visitors. For a uniquely authentic Georgian adventure, visitors can also try their hand at shrimping or crabbing....

That’s a worthy goal, of course, but sometimes, you just want a capital-v Vacation. The newRosewood Munichdoes exactly that. We have great confidence in this location. Credit:Courtesy of Rosewood Munich And its just as spectacular as youd expect a decades worth of work to be. We have sought to bring a refined residential style with a contemporary take on Baroque architecture. While the Rosewood Munich still has that brand-new hotel smell, it somehow feels lived in....

A closer look at Asheville Glamping, an incredible off-the-grid getaway. Asheville is anything but boring. The same goes for each of the stays at Asheville Glamping. Courtesy of Asheville Glamping Two of its most popular rentals are its slide domes. Asheville Glamping’s other domes are designed for two guests. But Cahills own favorite is The Nest Tree House, designed for two guests. Courtesy of Asheville Glamping ), as well as a small kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, coffeemaker, and microwave....

The rainforests around Arenal Volcano are alive with capuchin monkeys and caimans, tanagers and tree frogs. Theyre at the center of their existences, just as we are at ours. There are countless overlapping films, streaming at all times. The country packs 12 ecosystems and half a million species into its 20,000 square miles. Which makes it the perfect setting to explore the lives of other species, and decenter your own....

Do good while sleeping under the stars. Now through the end of December, you cando something to help. Something that requires only a couple of nights ata luxury eco-resorton 160 acres of private land in Arizona. Credit:Courtesy of Backland Luxury Camping It goes without saying that in this corner of the world, the landscape is open and vast. (Backland is 45 minutes from Flagstaff, Arizona, which is the worlds firstInternational Dark Sky Place....

ABG, always be glamping. Spending a few nights here isn’t just about retreating into the wilderness. It’s about getting to know who’s who in the local community. Credit: Taylor Watts/Terramor Outdoor Resort One example is Timber Tina, as she’s called, who demonstrates logging for guests. Frette linens and Pendleton blankets up the comfort factor while pour-over coffee and private baths are additional luxuries. And Wi-Fi access means you don’t have to completely unplug if you’d prefer not to....