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This Is the No. 1 Surf Destination in the World

Hossegor, located along the southwest coast of France, was just named the best destination to surf. And the travel insurance experts atConfused.comhave a few suggestions on where you should go. “Hossegor ranks as the best destination for surfing in the world, with an overall score of 8.16/10. Credit:Vsevolod Vlasenko/Getty Images Here’s what they (and we) suggest. Waikiki is a prime destination, as it often offers soft, rolling waves in beautiful azure waters....

This Is the No. 1 Trending Retirement Destination in the U.S., According to a New Report

Boomers are thinking outside the box. Baby boomers, aka those born between 1946 and 1964, are retiring at a record pace. In fact,according to AARP, some 10,000 people in the age demographic retire each day, whileU.S. TriciaDaniel/Getty Images Census Datashows that 1 in 6 Americans is now over the age of 65. And many of them are moving to new locations to live out their golden years. The growth was spread to different parts of the country, outside of the traditional retirement locations....

This Is the No. 1 U.S. Summer Travel Destination on Airbnb

It’s going to be a big summer for Louisville, Kentucky, according to Airbnb. Do you feel that? That distinctly warm breeze, and the faint sound of an ice cream truck in the background? Getty Images Yes, my winter-weary friends, summer is here. AndAirbnbknows exactly where you all want to go for summer vacation. Getty Images So, where are people already searching for this season? According to Airbnb, the No. 1 trending destination in the U....

This Is the No. 1 Vacation Spot in the World for Peace and Quiet — and It Has Black Sand Beaches, Hot Springs, and Ethereal Volcanic Landscapes

Need a little peace and quiet? BookRetreats recently released itsHoliday Relaxation Report, which ranked the best destinations in the world for peace and quiet. BookRetreats then gave each destination a score out of 100 to determine its top picks. The Kirkjufell mountain peak in Iceland.Credit:Susmita Baral/Travel + Leisure After looking at all its data, it named Iceland its top destination for a quiet vacation. … pristine dark skies make it one of the best places to witness the spectacularnorthern lights....

This Is the No. 1 Winter Train in the U.S. — and It Goes Through a Forest, Gorgeous Rock Formations, and Passes by a Waterfall

Barry Winiker/Getty Images The image of a train chugging up a snow-covered mountain feels both nostalgic and mythical. Does sucha winter train really exist? And if it does, where is it found? The Pike’s Peak Cog Railway positioned at the Summit of Pike’s Peak in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Credit:Barry Winiker/Getty Images Coming in at No. 2 in the world and No. The Pikes Peak Cog Railway aka The Cog has carried travelers to the top of Americas Mountain since 1891....

This Is the Oldest Inland Town in Florida — and It Offers a Different Kind of Sunshine State Vacation

Micanopy is called the “Town That Time Forgot” here’s why. And the tiny town of Micanopy is proof of that. But dont let these stats fool you. Michael Warren/Getty Images After all, there’s a reason why it’s nicknamed “The Town That Time Forgot. For a more formal overview of the towns history, head to theMicanopy Historical Society Museum and Archives. Active travelers should take a break from shopping and strolling to explore the areas hiking paths and state parks....

This Is the Only Acceptable Way to Ask a Fellow Passenger to Switch Seats, According to a Flight Attendant

Here are all the right (and wrong) ways to ask to swap seats. Eyesfoto/Getty Images So, youve booked aflightalong with a travel companion. Ask the gate agent for help. Credit:Eyesfoto/Getty Images To begin, Rawls suggests starting at the gate. Always wait until boarding is finished. Then and only then you may kindly ask a fellow passenger if you may swap with them. Be mindful of who youre asking to swap seats....

This Is the Only Nighttime Tulip Experience in the U.S. — and the Largest U-pick Tulip Farm on the West Coast

When the tulips “sleep,” the fun is just beginning. Trees strung with Edison lights create a fairytale effect, while stomp lights provide interactive fun. From afar, you could catch the effect of lasers and lights layered over fields of tulips. Credit:Courtesy of the Skagit Valley Tourism Bureau The entire experience lends itself tocolorful photo opsand is accentuated by the sound of live music from local talent. Night Bloom is just as much about the sensory experience as it is about the flowers....

This Is the Perfect Adventure Itinerary for Roatán — With Scuba Diving, Waterfall Rappelling, and Even Some Relaxing Beach Time

Off Honduras northern coast, this Caribbean island is a burgeoning ecotourism haven. After six days, I was convinced. My adventure began at the airport on Roatan, a string-bean-shaped island off the coast of northern Honduras. The biodiverse waters around Roatán.Credit:Bill Gozansky / Alamy Stock I couldnt wait to get into the water. Its an idyllic place to watch the sunset, perhaps from a driftwood swing chair at the waterside bar....

This Is the Quietest Place in the Continental U.S.—and It’s in a Rainforest National Park Just 3 Hours From Seattle

Washingtons Olympic National Park offers all the beauty of the Pacific Northwest without the noise. Those distant summits are the Olympic Mountains, the towering heart ofOlympic National Park. With its lack of roads and overhead flight paths, most of Olympic offers respite from man-made noise. View of Rialto Beach in Olympic National Park.Credit:Irjaliina Paavonpera/Travel + Leisure He captured film and audio for the organization during his time at Olympic. Here’s what you gotta know before planning a trip to Olympic National Park....

This Is the Quietest Trail in the U.S.—and It Follows a Stunning 76-mile Scenic River

For peace and quiet, head to Nebraska’s Niobrara National Scenic River. Courtesy of Visit Nebraska True silence is somethingmost people rarely get to enjoy. But, it is also surprisingly quiet. Scenic views along the Niobrara River in Nebraska.Credit:Courtesy of Visit Nebraska The trail was awarded Quiet Trail statusin October 2023. To earn the designation, qualitative and quantitative sound data was collected from the river over two years. It is also where six major ecosystems converge, resulting in around 160 plant and animal species....

This Is the Safest and Most Affordable Destination for Solo Travelers

In a list dominated by countries in Asia, Taipei rose to the top. iStockphoto/Getty Images Traveling alone comeswith added questions: Is it safe to arrive at night? What is the crime rate? Credit:iStockphoto/Getty Images Are the single-occupancy room rates affordable? Is the tour worth the cost? Taipei, Taiwan, was recently named the best city for solo travel byUbuy, a U.S.-based retailer. Taipei stood out for its high safety score (84.5 out of 100) and budget-friendly dining choices....

This Is the Smartest Way to Vacation in 2024 — and It's Not What You Think

Get ready for the year of the river cruise. Uniworld has a hugely successful cruise that spans multiple continents over 55 days, Spencer notes. …Food Lovers Avalon Waterways puts a particular focus on cuisine in its 20-day Grand France journey. The Scenic Opal sails past the Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest.Credit:Courtesy of AmaWaterways The Van Gogh Lounge on Uniworld’s Catherine.COURTESY OF UNIWORLD BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISES A bar on Scenic’s Jasper ship....