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This Is the Best Place to Live in the U.S. for a Long Life, Study Finds

Consider moving to Washington, D.C., if you want the highest odds of living to 150. Heather Durham/Travel + Leisure Humans have been hunting for the fountain of youth forever. Other key findings include that the first person to live to 150 will likely be female. People kayaking in the Potomac River in Georgetown, Washington, D.C.Credit:Heather Durham/Travel + Leisure It also noted that genetics and environment play a “crucial” role. “Longevity is strongly influenced by family genetics, but environmental factors also play a vital role....

This Is the Best Place to Retire in 2024, According to a New Report

Travel + Leisure is a big fan of the winner, too. “We have our people out there pounding the pavement in attractive overseas communities we know you should consider. They work for you.” Credit:Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure “That pura vida vibe makes Costa Rica the perfect home away from home. Ready to see all the places International Living recommends? See the entire 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index atinternationalliving.comand start plotting the next phase of life now....

This Is the Best Place to Watch the Sunset in the World, According to a New Report

A destination in Turkey came in at No. But other times, you’re gonna wanna just sit quietly with your thoughts. And that’s where the perfect sunset destination comes in. Hot Air Balloons flying over Cappadocia, Turkey during sunset.Credit:Ian.CuiYi/Getty Images It named Cappadocia in Turkey the best sunset location on Earth. Waikiki in Hawaii came in a close second, with a score of 79.8 out of 100. Dramatic sunsets are universally adored, inspiring awe and wonder at the phenomenal beauty of nature....

This Is the Best State to Live for Single Seniors, According to a New Report

South Dakota comes in at No. And it named South Dakota the No. 1 place for romance for seniors. A mature older man at the beach by himself.Credit:Westend61/Getty Images “It also has a fairly balanced gender ratio, with 111 older women for every 100 men.” One more northern destination came in a close second:Minnesota. “Dating apps arent just for the young and restlessolder Americans are swiping right too. It added that the top apps for senior singles include Match....

This Is the Best Sun-protective Women's Clothing for Your Next Vacation

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Safeguard your skin from the sun’s rays without sacrificing style. Credit:Travel + Leisure The best sun-protective clothing will have a UPF rating which is like SPF but for textiles. “A UPF of 50 protects against 98 percent of sun rays.” Check out our favorite sun-protective tops, bottoms, dresses, activewear, and swim essentials below. Credit: Columbia...

This Is the Cheapest Time to Fly to Hawaii—Plus Tips for Finding Affordable Flights

What to know if you’re booking a trip to Hawaii on a budget. However, it can also come with a high price tag. Looking to visit Hawaii? A plane landing on Kauai.Credit:Matthew Micah Wright/Getty Images Here are the best tips for booking cheap airfare. Seasonal Demand:Seasonal demand refers to the time of year when travel is most popular. Therefore, flying during off-peak times when fewer people are traveling can significantly reduce costs....

This Is the Cleanest Tourist City in the World

Singapore was just recognized for always keeping things squeaky clean. Sean3810/Getty Images It’s always great to be a prepared traveler. But it’s also critical to set your expectations of a destination, too. A street view of the Masjid Sultan in Singapore.Credit:Sean3810/Getty Images It then gave each destination a Street Cleanliness Score." Beyond the obvious unpleasantness, dirty streets can pose health risks and detract from otherwise beautiful destinations. After looking at all the information, it named city-state Singapore the cleanest city in the world....

This Is the Coolest Street in L.A. — With Cutting-edge Art Galleries, Must-visit Restaurants, and Excellent Shops

North Sycamore Avenue has become the capital of cool in Los Angeles. Here’s how to spend a day exploring it. Here are thespots to know. Outdoor seating at Mr. T Los Angeles; a Gin & Juice cocktail at Mr. T Los Angeles.Credit:Innis Casey Photography/Courtesy of Mr. T Los Angeles; JOSEPH NICHOLAS DUARTE/COURTESY OF MR. T LOS ANGELES you’re able to even create your own custom blend with one of the stores perfume masters....

This Is the Coziest City in the U.S. — and No, It's Not in New England

San Francisco was just named the coziest city in the United States. In September, All Clear Travel Insurance released its rankings for the coziest cities on the planet. Each data point was then weighted, and each city was given a score out of 100. San Francisco’s Alamo Square.Credit:Jack Sooksan/iStock/Getty Images After tallying it all up, the team namedSan Franciscothe coziest destination in the United States and the No. 12 coziest in the world....

This Is the European City Where Expats Are the Happiest, Research Finds

Make the most of your new life abroad. Emigrating from your home country to a new one can be a pretty big gamble. There are a host of questions that run through your head when buying that one-way ticket. Jan van der Wolf/Getty Images Will you love your new home just the same as the old one? How will your habits change? Will you make any friends? I did it myself in 2021, emigrating from the United States to Portugal to finish my Ph....

This Is the Fastest-growing Suburb in the U.S.—and It's Just 30 Minutes Outside of Washington, D.C.

But you’ll need over $120,000 to live here. Benjamin C. Tankersley/For The Washington Post via Getty Images Americans aremoving out of big cities. So, where are they heading?GOBankingRateshas a good idea. A small community of homes in Woodbridge, Virginia.Credit:Benjamin C. Tankersley/For The Washington Post via Getty Images The Northern Virginia community’s population grew by nearly 900% to a whopping 43,443 in 2023. “The DC-area suburb experienced a massive population boom of 887% between 2018 and 2023....

This Is the First Accessible Dive Center on Australia's Great Barrier Reef

It’s also near accessible beaches and an aerial, rainforest walkway. Courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland One Australian dive center onthe Great Barrier Reefwas quick to jump on board. He noted that as with all diving, age and medical conditions apply. Courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland From the start, Quicksilver Dive was built and designed to accommodate people with varying ability levels. The company’s dive instructors are well-versed in adapting their teaching techniques to accommodate different needs and abilities....

This Is the First Privately Owned Cruise Destination in Alaska

The communitys main sources of incomelogging and fishingwere failing and locals were leaving for opportunities elsewhere. Now, the resulting port known asIcy Strait Pointhas come of age. A 1912 former salmon cannery acts as Icy Strait Points hub with a museum and Alaskan-owned retail shops. Locals guide more than 20 shore excursions, including coastal bear viewing, whale watching and cultural tours. Development decisions applied triple-bottom-line standards that balanced profit alongside the needs of the environment and its people....