This Turkish Region Has a 4,000-year-old Winemaking History — How to Plan a Trip

A wine lovers journey along Turkeys ancient Aegean coast. But they mixed it with honey and water because it was sour. I had heard that drives around Izmir were long and not always scenic. Picking grapes at Yanik Ülke Winery.Credit:Courtesy of Yanik Ülke Winery/Türkiye Tourism Luckily, there were wineries along the way that offered elegant respites from car time. From 1925 until 2004, Tekel, a state-owned company, dominated Turkish wine production....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Sarah Smith

This Turks and Caicos All-inclusive Private Island Resort Has Some of the Most Stunning Villas in the Caribbean

Ambergris Cay is here to help you rethink what you know about all-inclusive resorts. (I didnt come within 20 feet of another guest, and this was thestart of high season.) But its not just the removed address that puts Ambergris Cay in its own league. Credit:Courtesy of Ambergris Cay But then again, this place is all about creating extraordinary moments. Courtesy of Ambergris Cay Alisha Prakash Courtesy of Ambergris Cay...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 86 words · Penny Miller

This Turks and Caicos All-inclusive Resort Feels Like Its Own Exclusive Town, With 10 Pools, a Waterpark, and 20 Restaurants

Carts driven by the wonderful staffers can help shuttle anyone with mobility issues around the resort. And thats just the start. Our butlers also answered any questions with prompt attention, giving us a phone to use on resort grounds. Exterior view of resort rooms at Beaches Turks & Caicos.Credit:Courtesy of Beaches Turks & Caicos Majorie, told us there are only eight of these suites, and they’re in high demand. Kids need carbs and comfort food, and Beaches delivers....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Charles Hamilton

This Turks and Caicos Resort Has a New Pool Deck With a Swim-up Bar and an Infinity Pool Overlooking One of the Best Beaches in the World

The Palm Turks and Caicos just finished an $18-million renovationand we got a first look inside. The crown jewel of the renovation is arguably the pool deck. Nearby is Si Si, the newest restaurant at The Palms Turks and Caicos. The pool and new pool deck of The Palms Turks & Caicos.Credit:Courtesy of The Palms Turks and Caicos But perhaps the most impressive aspect of the renovation is the guest rooms....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Samantha Jenkins

This U.S. Airline Is Adding Its First Flights to Japan and South Korea — What to Know

The first flight launches in May. The new routes are among the more visible steps in Alaskasmerger with HawaiianAirlines. The airlines plan to fully integrate by October 2025. People walking down a busy street in Tokyo, Japan.Credit:Elizabeth Rhodes/TRAVEL + LEISURE Tokyo and Seoul are just a start for Alaska. The airline teased plans for at least 12 new intercontinental routes from Seattle in the future. Alaska is also adjusting the two airlines schedules between Hawaii and the U....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Tina Henry

This U.S. Airline Is Making It Easier to Get to Aspen—What to Know

The new route launches in December. Jacob Boomsma/Getty Images A ski and snowboard getaway just got easier. The return flight will depart Aspen at 11:40 a.m., and arrive back in Charlotte at 5:05 p.m. American Airlines is the latest airline to add new routes to Aspen. Aerial View of Aspen, Colorado during Autumn.Credit:Jacob Boomsma/Getty Images The new Aspen route comes as American Airlines has beenexpanding its route mapwith new destinations.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 70 words · Ann Allison

This U.S. Airline Just Made Its Dress Code Stricter — What to Know

“It’s just too many rules. People are just trying to get to where they’re going … “That’s bad because you should wear whatever you want,” Andrea Garcia added. If you’re not sure what to wear on your next flight, don’t worry. A passenger resting their bare feet on the seat armrest of a commercial airplane.Credit:Jason Hosking/Getty Images We’ve got you covered with these14 cozy airplane looksthat all pass the code of conduct test....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Katrina Smith

This U.S. Airline Just Teased a Europe Expansion, According to Its CEO

It’s looking at 2026. Alexander Spatari/Getty Images A European getaway could soon be easier from the West Coast. Alaska Airlines executives have recently confirmed the airline plans to expand into Europe within the next two years. The cobblestone streets of Rue de L’abreuvoir in Montmartre, Paris, France.Credit:Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Alaska alsoannounceddaily service from Seattle to Tokyo (NRT) starting on May 12, 2025. Delta also offers service to Seoul from Seattle....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Jacob Gilmore

This U.S. Airport's Super-effective 'Quiet Policy' Is Getting a Loud Reaction From Travelers—What Side Are You On?

San Francisco International Airport has rules to reduce noise in its terminalsand travelers are divided. JasonDoiy/Gettty Images A quiet policy is getting a loud reaction on social media. Announced back in 2020, the policy is getting new attention in aUnited Airlinesthread on Reddit. An airplane taking off from San Francisco International Airport.Credit:JasonDoiy/Gettty Images With these changes alone, SFO estimated there is a 40 percent decrease in unnecessary noise. The team also found that the unnecessary announcements added up to 90 minutes each day....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Denise Marshall

This U.S. Beach Was Named Best in the Nation for Its Turquoise Waters and Sunrise Views

Lanikai Beach on the island of Oahu was named the best beach in the U.S., and the No. 14 best beach in the entire world. simonkr/GETTY IMAGES You never need an excuse to plot a trip toHawaii. Aerial view of Moku Nui and Moku Iki islands with coast of Lanikai beach in Kailua, Oahu.Credit:simonkr/GETTY IMAGES It’s literally always a good idea. Every year, the World’s 50 Best Beaches ranks the absolute top-notch stretches of shoreline across the globe....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 206 words · Mark Waters

This U.S. City Charges the Highest Tourist Tax in the World — and It’s Not New York City

Although Honolulu may be expensive, there are still ways to save while visiting. Jesse Warren/Getty Images It’s no secret that travel can get expensiveveryquickly. Plus passes likeGo Citycan get you discounted prices on popular attractions around town and offer valuable savings. Honolulu skyline and Waikiki Beach from Diamond Head Crater.Credit:Jesse Warren/Getty Images How to Visit Honolulu Affordably

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 57 words · Kelly Boyer

This U.S. City Has the Best Coffee Scene in the Country, According to New Research

Here’s where you’re able to find the good stuff. No, I’m not proud of it, but it is what it is. However, once I’ve gotten a little fix, I’m on the lookout for the good stuff. Credit:Craig Mitchelldyer/Getty Images And that’s why I may just have to up and move toPortland, Oregon. It then combined the data from each metric to give a weighted average to each destination. After looking at all that information, Portland was named the top spot....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Nicholas Farrell

This U.S. City Has the Best Work-life Balance Culture, According to Reddit

New Orleans is more than a great party city. Take Reddit useru/feel-duh-dino, who lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and works in health care. To that, they posed the question: Which cities have the best work-life balance culture? View of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans.Credit:Douglas Rissing/Getty Images And these were people of all different ages and races partying it up together. There is definitely something so special about New Orleans!...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Kayla Mccormick