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This Overlooked Florida City Has a Burgeoning Riverwalk District, a Hip New Hotel, and an Amazing Cuban American Dining Scene

While our Cuban influence in Miami is world-famous, our presence in Tampa has stayed relatively under-the-radar. Its downtown was mainly a commercial hub; it wasnt a place to live. James Jackman In the past several years, thats changed. From left: Dishes from the Mexican restaurant Jotoro; a mai tai at Wild Child, in St. Petersburg.James Jackman The striking glass-and-steel high-rise is part of a 56-acre planned neighborhood called Water Street Tampa....

This Overnight Train From Vienna to Venice Is Affordable and Charming — Here's My Full Review

What it’s really like to ride the Nightjet train from Austria to Italy. In 2022, the companyannouncedit would spend 4.1 billion to modernize its current Nightjets and produce33 brand-new ones. Looking at Nightjets website before our trip, I was eager to experience the sleeper trains cozy elegance. Credit:Harald Eisenberger/Courtesy of ÃBB But as the hours ticked down to our scheduled 9:27 p.m. departure, my excitement morphed into wariness. Would the sleeper train be as pleasant as advertised?...

This Overnight Train Sees 5 States and 3 National Parks From New Orleans to the Pacific Ocean — and Has an Observation Car With Floor-to-ceiling Windows

Amtrak’s Sunset Limited route goes from the Louisiana bayous all the way to Los Angeles. Heres what you’re gonna wanna know about the stunning Sunset Limited route. Its here, in The Big Easy, that the tone is set for the entire journey. Credit:Brad McGinley Photography/Getty Images The train takes off from the Union Passenger Terminal just south of the French Quarter. Once the Sunset Limited crosses the border into Texas, the sprawl of Houston looms on the horizon....

This Ozarks Destination Was Just Named One of the South's Best Mountain Towns, With Healing Springs, Hiking, and a 'Glass Church'

Come for the hiking, stay for the natural springs with healing properties. The town was just awarded a top ranking inSouthern Living’s2022 roundup ofthe South’s best mountain towns. Readers cast their vote for the best mountain town in the South, securing Eureka Springs the No. Credit: Tara Ballard/Getty Images In addition to an unmatched mountain locale, the entireEureka Springs downtownis on the National Register of Historic Places. Eureka Springs is surrounded by two rivers, three lakes, and plenty of hiking and biking trails....

This Pacific Northwest Destination Is the Perfect Fall Getaway — Here's Where to Eat, Stay, and Shop

How Spokane became Washington’s coolest city, with a burgeoning wine scene, vintage shopping, and a gorgeous riverfront park. From left: Courtesy of Spokane Public Library; Courtesy of The Fox Theatre In 1974 the Worlds Fair had its smallest-ever host: Spokane, Washington. To prepare for the event, dubbed Expo 74, the city transformed its crumbling downtown railyard, which sat along the banks of the Spokane River, into a 100-acre fairground. From left: The grounds of the 1974 World’s Fair in Spokane; inside the city’s Fox Theatre....

This Pacific Northwest Hub Has Something for Every Traveler — From an Iconic Fish Market to the Sky-high Space Needle

And Seattle, as a hub of the PNW, is a perfect gateway to the area. Seattle feels simultaneously like a buzzing city and an outdoor lover’s paradise. Seattle sees a lot of rain, but June, July, and August are the driest months. Credit: Getty Images And with the breeze coming off the Puget Sound, the summers aren’t too hot. Things to Know Seattle Center is one of the most important tourist attractions in the city....

This Packable Camping Chair Is Perfect for Outdoor Adventures — and It’s on Sale

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shoppers say its easy to store and travel with. At the time of publishing, the price started at $30. Credit:Travel + Leisure / Reese Herrington Shop More T+L-Approved Picks Amazon Amazon Amazon

This Packable Puffer Jacket Traps in Heat Without the Bulk, and It’s Under $40

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. It also has a flattering, hidden detail. Travel + Leisure Having a well-rounded winter wardrobe is crucial this time of year. Credit:Travel + Leisure Without the proper gear, trekking out in the snow, rain, and freezing temperatures quickly becomes unenjoyable. But dont forget one of the most important: an insulated puffer jacket. We found just the solution:Ozark Trails Hooded Puffer Jacket....

This Paris Bar Invented the Bloody Mary Over 100 Years Ago

Legend says Hemingway helped name the cocktail. Harry’s Barcelebrated the centennialof its tomato juice cocktail in 2021 and the drink is still going strong. It also happens to be the birthplace of the world’s most popular hangover cure, the bloody mary. Credit:Medhi Fedouach / AP / Getty Images According to the Associated Press,the drink was originally created by a bartender named Fernand Petiot. And by 1921, the recipe was published in a book called “Harry’s ABC of Cocktails....

This Paris Neighborhood Has the City's Oldest Food Market, a World-famous Speakeasy, and a Luxury Hotel With Incredible Views

The narrow, cobbled streets are lined with vintage treasure troves, delectable patisseries, and high-end concept stores. The neighborhoods history is fascinating. Its maximalism of the Wes Anderson variety, imbued with classic French flair. Credit:Leopoldine Bauer/Travel + Leisure Its centrally located, with 72 gold-accented rooms and suites offering exquisitely romantic views over the Seine. For true indulgence, book the hotels three-Michelin-star restaurant, Plenitude, or the renowned Dior Spa. Best Things to Do Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure...

This Paris Neighborhood Is a Favorite Among Locals and In-the-know Travelers — and Now Has a Gorgeous Hotel

Saint-Germain-des-Pres is a quintessential Parisian neighborhood with cafes frequented by artists, cobblestone streets, and Haussmann architecture. But one quality travelers often overlook while searching for their Parisian homebase is the neighborhood. In Paris, the ins and outs of daily life occurs within a small radius of your front door. Credit:Christophe Bielsa/Courtesy of Hôtel Bel Ami Guests can also enjoy the meal in the comfort of their room or taken to go....

This Parisian Palace Hotel Has the City's Only Michelin-starred Chinese Restaurant and Incredible Eiffel Tower Views

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Here’s our review of the Shangri-La Paris, an iconic Parisian palace hotel with Eiffel Tower views. Credit:Elizabeth Rhodes/Travel + Leisure Elizabeth Rhodes/Travel + Leisure Any hotel that averages several proposals weekly must have some pretty romantic views. One of the remarkable Parisian palace hotels, the building was once the residence of Prince Roland Bonaparte. You may even glimpse the opening ceremony on the Seine from your room, a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience....

This Park City Hotel Has Fine Dining, Incredible Mountain Views, and the Only Rooftop Pool in Town

The ski-in/ski-out resort is just as much fun during the off season. Pendry Hotels & Resorts is having a moment, thanks to the opening of its first year-roundmountain property. Needless to say, the resort offers a variety of adventurous experiences to get your adrenaline pumping. PHOTO: ANNIE ARCHER.Credit: Annie Archer That brings me to the food. But the resort’s signature restaurant single-handedly turned me into a seafood eater. Japanese for “north”,KITAis a Japanese grill-style restaurant located in the heart of Pendry Plaza....