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This South American Country Is Often Called the 'Astronomy Capital of the World' — Here's Where to Stay to Get the Best Views of Its Starry Skies

For dedicated stargazers, Chile’s Atacama Desert is the place to be. Its 51 rooms, for example, are furnished with local decor and textiles. And its on-site restaurant and bar showcase regional ingredients. Credit:Alfredo Santamaria/500px/Getty Images For starters, the hotel is set in the Elqui Valley on the southern fringe of the Atacama Desert. Unlike the barren desert, the valley can support plant life, including a stretch of vineyards. Elqui Domos is set among this desert oasis....

This South Carolina Destination Was Just Named the No. 1 City in the U.S. by T+L Readers — Here's Why

Last year, the South Carolina city earned a coveted spot in theWBA Hall of Fame. Readers especially loved Charleston’s thriving culinary scene and easy walkability, all doused with Southern charm. Other additions to the Charleston culture scene include the long-awaitedInternational African American Museumin June 2023. Sean Pavone/Getty Images The luxury offerings are also on the rise, with a newSoho Housecoming in next year. Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure

This South Carolina National Park Has Waterways Where You Can Float Beneath Some of the Tallest Trees in the U.S. — and an Epic Firefly Spectacle

Here’s what you better know before visiting Congaree National Park. Fishing and rare synchronous fireflies round out some of the parks more famous offerings. Heres a rundown of what you should know about Congaree National Park before you visit. Credit:kellyvandellen/Getty Images All campsites must be reserved in advance throughRecreation.gov. The magical spectacle has become so popular, there is nowa lotteryto get a pass to view the event. zrfphoto/Getty Images digidreamgrafix/Getty Images

This South Carolina Town Should Be Your Next Weekend Getaway—and No, It's Not Charleston

The beach, forest, and city are all within a short drive from Georgetown, South Carolina. Among them is Georgetown, the state’s third-oldest city, set on the river. But dont call it a smaller version of the Holy City. Downtown Georgetown, SC at sunset.Credit:DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images I became familiar with the city decades ago while attending college in Charleston. Beaches, forest, and the city are all within a short drive. Best of all, theres a calmer pace here than the surrounding cities....

This Southern California Luxury Resort Has a Private Wildflower Bloom — and Only Hotel Guests Can See It

All the flowers, none of the crowds. Dane Deaner/Getty Images Wildflower bloomsare popping up across the nation just in time for spring. So, which wildflowers can you spot? Credit:Dane Deaner/Getty Images From February to May, they can find the ever-popular California poppy blooms. Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara George D. Lepp/Getty Images

This Southern City Has Been Named the Most Walkable in the US

New Orleans is not the only American city recognized by AllClear for its walkability. Three additional U.S. cities are featured on AllClears global top 20 list: Miami, Sacramento, and Tampa. Only one South American destination made the most walkable city list, with Buenos Aires in 15th place. Credit:VisionsbyAtlee/Getty Images To view the complete list and understand the methodology, visitallcleartravel.co.uk.

This Southern City Is the Spookiest in the U.S. — Here's How to Visit

Google reveals its top five cities to get your thrill of chills. thenNew Orleans is your place. in its Seance Lounge. Credit:Nirian/Getty Images But, of course, New Orleans isnt the only spooky city Americans search for on Google. Just trailing behind isSalem, Massachusetts, an especially popular destination during Halloween with itsHaunting Happenings.

This Southern City Was Just Named the No. 1 Food Destination in the U.S., According to Tripadvisor

Love planning trips around a great meal? Here’s why you should plan a visit to New Orleans in 2024. For the best domestic,food-focused travel destination, Tripadvisor namedNew OrleansNo. Credit:Mariah Tyler/Travel + Leisure Of course, Tripadvisor didnt forget about travelers looking for an international foodie adventure. It compiled a list of the top spots around the globe, with Hanoi taking the top spot. It was joined in the top 10 by Rome at No....

This Southern City Was Named the Best Place to Live on the U.S. East Coast

The standings are part of The Economist Intelligence Units Global Liveability Index. Heather Durham/Travel + Leisure Atlanta has been going through a growth spurt. (The only American city that ranked higher was Honolulu, making Atlanta the No. Credit:Heather Durham/Travel + Leisure 1 on theEast Coast.) In particular, Atlanta ranked especially high for infrastructure, stability, and culture. Though July can average 89 degrees and January can hit 34 degrees. That said, there are typically more than 300 days ofsunny weather, making it well-suited for outdoor activities....

This Southern State Is the Most Affordable Place to Retire in the U.S.

Live out your golden years as comfortably as possible. Sean Pavone/Getty Images Hoping to retire a few years early? You may want to consider moving to Mississippi. Credit:Sean Pavone/Getty Images And thats by seeking out places to live where your retirement dollar can go further. Mississippis total yearly expenditures came out to $44,059. Thats a stark difference from the most expensive state in the U.S. Hawaii. Of course, there are plenty of states in between to explore too....

This Southern State Was Just Named the Most Fun State in the U.S. — Here's Why

WalletHub named Florida the most fun state in the nation. In August, the finance website revealed its list of the most fun states in the United States. Each metric was graded on a 1-100-point scale. The Volcano Bay Water Park in Universal Orland Florida.Credit:Elizabeth Rhodes/Travel + Leisure It then took each state’s weighted average to calculate its overall score. After looking at all the data, WalletHub named Florida the most fun in the nation....

This Southern U.S. City Is Known for Great Eats and Even Better Music — Here's How to Plan Your Trip

Visit Nashville for an unforgettable adventure. Discover the best hotels, restaurants and things to do with this highly curated Nashville travel guide. Bluegrass, rock, pop, and a wide range of styles can be heard throughout the city. Credit: Dan Reynolds/Getty Images It was built in 1897 for the state’s Centennial Exposition. (Daylight Savings Time is observed seasonally.) Nashville is the home of Hot Chicken, andPrince’s Hot Chickenis considered the original....

This Southern U.S. City Is the Top Thanksgiving Getaway This Year, According to Google Data

Americans are mostly looking forward to setting up their Thanksgiving tables in Orlando this season. TheCentral Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardenswill also kick off itsAsian Lantern Festival: Into the Wildon Nov. 15. And when it comes to that Thanksgiving dinner, Orlando is not short on options. The skyline of Orlando, Florida during the fall as seen from Lake Ivanhoe north of the city’s downtown.Credit:Ajax9/Getty Images (This years offerings havent been announced, so check ahead of time....