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Odles Lodge is a boutique hotel located near Mount Plose in Italy. Every detail at this mountain property serves as a nod to its surroundings. The chalets at Odles Lodge are ideal forlonger stays. The Dolomites are seen right from bed at the Odles Lodge in Bressanone, Italy.Credit:Courtesy of FORESTIS The outdoor pool is a part of the lodges spa.Courtesy of FORESTIS Panoramic views can be seen from the balcony of the Odles Lodge....

The Blue Ridge Mountains region is a 600-mile-long segment of the mighty Appalachian range. Like all Appalachians, these rock formations are far older than the Rockies, their counterpart to the west. Where Are the Blue Ridge Mountains? Getty Images Yet its cultural heart and the bulk of its mass belong to North Carolina and Virginia. During the spring, the region bursts with green buds and wildflowers. Animals emerge and spring rains feed gushing streams and waterfalls....

Highlights include a waterfall shower and fire and ice caves. Courtesy of Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa. Theres something in the water in Rotorua. Credit:Courtesy of Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa. The North Island town in New Zealand, which surrounds Lake Rotorua, is known for its geothermal activities. (The Maori are the indigenous people of New Zealand.) It has mindfully infused its longtime traditions and beliefs into the spa offerings....

Andronis Hotels expanded its footprint on the buzzy Cyclades island. Adding to Paross draw, the 44-suiteAndronis Minoisjust opened in early May. Suites come with secluded terraces, and multi-bedroom accommodations have private swimming pools. Credit:Panagiotis Fragkoulidis/Courtesy of Andronis Minois Rates for the 2024 season start at $400/night. Panagiotis Fragkoulidis/Courtesy of Andronis Minois Panagiotis Fragkoulidis/Courtesy of Andronis Minois Courtesy of Andronis Minois

The Inn at Honey Run may just be the perfect place to stay for the 2024 eclipse. Because thats the date of the next total solar eclipse. It will hover over the state between 3:09 p.m. through 3:17 p.m. local time. Credit:Courtesy of The Inn at Honey Run Just dont forget to book a dinner reservation at Tarragon, its fine-dining establishment for after the eclipse ends. Well all get back to work on Tuesday we promise....

Wine, forests, and boat tours. What else do you need? But there’s something extra special about the Douro Valley. Located in the northern region of Portugal, the Douro Valley is as enchanting a place as they come. Its a haven for wine enthusiasts and a perfect place for anyone seeking a serene escape in nature. The regions rich culinary traditions and the warmth of its people make it an inviting destination for all....

Outpost Inn offers boutique lodging amid the Blue Ridge Mountains. With just 14 rooms spread across three historic buildings, Outpost Inns intimate size is very much a choice. Rooms vary in size and are motel-style in that they are reachable from exterior doors. Credit:Emily Dorio/Courtesy of Outpost Inn But thats where the motel connection begins and ends. It’s not all about the interior, of course. Regardless, its a place that makes you wish summer would go on forever....

Lucerne’s fresh air is waiting for you. You deserve a vacation, so why not take it somewhere epic, like Lucerne, Switzerland? Lake Lucerne offers some of Switzerlands and maybe the world’s best views. Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern Ready to plot your visit? Here’s where to stay, dine, and explore on a visit to Lucerne. Since that opening day, the building has taken on several identities, including as a hospital....

Come to Zermatt for the Matterhorn, stay for the shopping. XU BO/Getty Images The Matterhorn is one of the world’s most dramatic mountains. Heres where to eat, see, and play on your next trip to Zermatt. Credit:XU BO/Getty Images The only way to arrive is by train, taxi, or helicopter. There are alsoadorable blue electric busesto help visitors get around town upon arrival. The Best Things to Do in Zermatt Aumphotography/Getty Images...

The Hawaiian beach is a beauty, too. Gaston Piccinetti/Travel+Leisure We all know that being around water is usually a pleasant and peaceful experience. Its even scientifically proven to make usfeel happier. Credit:Gaston Piccinetti/Travel+Leisure Would be a good beach for children to swim as the waters are so calm,one reviewer wrote. Would definitely visit again and spend the whole day there. There is shade from the trees nearby. Check out the full calmest waters list athawaiianislands....

Naperville, Illinois, came in at No. 1, once again. DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images Thinking about relocating? Fredenhagen Park along the Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, Illinois.Credit:DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images This year’s rankings include 230 cities and over 18,000 smaller communities across the nation. According toZillow, the current median home value there is $569,424. “In Naperville, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Arlington, Virginia, and Irvine, California, round out the top five....

Come for the Grecian fantasy suites, stay for the game-changing restaurant. Owner Aby Saltiel said he wanted Kalesma to feel like a sanctuary. You don’t even have to go outside to feel you’re getting a bona fide Mykonos experience. Courtesy of Kalesma Mykonos The privacy of the outdoor patios means clothing is optional if not downright discouraged. It’s a fabulous place to be lazy in style. Pere Ubu, the on-site restaurant at Kalesma, is leading that charge this summer....

This year, the 75-minute train ride starts on May 11, running daily through mid-October. Guests hop aboard the train at the Duluth Depot, a historic railroad station built in 1892. Below the upper seating area on the lower level is a dining lounge with two bathrooms. Credit:Courtesy of Duluth Trains In addition to the Dome Car, The Duluth Zephyr has standard coach seating. Tickets on The Duluth Zephyr are $22 for Coach and $44 for the Skyview Dome Car....