This Upstate New York State Park Is Known as the 'Grand Canyon of the East'

Letchworth State Park is a great year-round destination. Visitors to this state park can expect to become totally enveloped by the areas all-encompassing natural beauty. Letchworth is a haven. Credit:JUN DONG/Getty Images Kenneth Keifer/Getty Images Best Hotels There are several options for those seeking accommodations in Letchworth State Park. Youre walking the same hallways asWilliam Pryor Letchworth, and youre enveloped in the history of the landscapes. (William Pryor Letchworth is the philanthropist who founded the park in 1907 after donating his 1,000-acre estate....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Michael Ruiz

This Upstate New York Town Feels Like a Hallmark Movie—and It's the Perfect Winter Weekend Getaway

Your quintessential small-town winter wonderland fix awaits. This is not what we got. We showed up to something even better. Scenic snow covered Skaneateles Lake in the Finger Lakes of central New York.Credit:Lauren Breedlove/Travel + Leisure Per any weekend escape, food dominated our plans. The rumors were right.Auburn Bagel Company, a small-batch New York City-style bagel joint, fulfilled our carb craving. In one bite, I was reunited with the top-notch bagels from my years spent living in Manhattan....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 219 words · James Reyes

This Utah "Glampground" Is Home to a Vintage Drive-in Theater and Luxury Cabins

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. When I visited Ofland, I opted for the deluxe cabin. Credit:Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure What set Ofland apart for me went beyond the cabins and even the amenities (which were abundant). Ofland creates a communal space to meet other campers and guests. The best thing about Ofland is that it combines the best of camping and hotels....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · William Le

This Utah Ranch Featured on 'Yellowstone' Has Its Own Lake, 360-degree Mountain Views, and a 12-person Hot Tub

Your ‘Yellowstone’-inspired vacation can be a reality. Courtesy of Expedia Group At this point, if youre not watchingYellowstone, do you even own a TV? Learn more about the home, which starts at $2,895 per night, onVrbo.com. Credit:Courtesy of Expedia Group Courtesy of Expedia Group Courtesy of Expedia Group Courtesy of Expedia Group

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 52 words · Kylie Smith

This Utah State Park Looks Like It Belongs on Another Planet — Complete With Otherworldly Rock Formations

Heres everything you better know before visiting Goblin Valley State Park in Utah. The scenery constantly changes, and theres so much to see and explore lifetimes of exploration out here. Hes explored the area for many years. Hiker taking photos in Goblin Valley State Park.Credit:Dermot Conlan/Getty Images Jason Willard owns theWaterpocket Adventure Companyguide service and is a military veteran. He began guiding in Utahs national parks after retirement in 2017 and launched his own guide service in 2020....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 769 words · Matthew Murphy

This Versatile Patagonia Hiking Shirt Is My Fall M.V.P. on and off the Trails

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Its great solo or paired under a sweater as temperatures drop. Fall, however, completely has my heart. Credit:Travel + Leisure / Francesca Fasciglione And every good outdoors person knows that these experiences arent complete without the righthiking gear. Its great on its own, but its also easy to pair with a light sweater as temperatures drop. Buy it, and surprise yourself with how quickly it becomes a fall wardrobe staple....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Nathan Cooper

This Versatile Top Helps Me Pack Lighter Since I Can Wear It a Multitude of Ways — and It’s on Sale

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. It also stays wrinkle-free. And if that article of clothing doesnt wrinkle during my travels, thats an even bigger bonus. Credit:Travel + Leisure / Allison Faccenda Plus, you could use our exclusive codeTL20for 20 percent off at checkout. I wore mine with theIndigogo strapfor a leather and denim combination that suits my personal style. I do recommend sizing up one or two sizes....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Joseph David

This Vibrant Indigenous Community in the Caribbean Was Almost Lost Forever — but It's Not Too Late to Get to Know Them

The Taino were among the first indigenous inhabitants of the Caribbean. At the tender age of 12, Jorge Baracutei Estevez had a life-altering experience. And it was all thanks to a misinformed museum sign. The Caguana Ceremonial Ball Courts Site in barrio Caguana, Utuado, Puerto Rico, It is considered one of the most important archeological sites in the West Indies with an estimate age of over 700 years old, built by the Taíno around 1270 AD....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 395 words · Patrick Gutierrez

This Vintage Train Takes Riders on a Scenic, 26-mile Journey Through Georgia's Appalachian Foothills

Theres also a high probability youre interested in a vintage train that snakes along the picturesque Toccoa River. Heres how to plan your trip aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Both utilize the same route, with the longer trip including a two-hour layover in McCaysville and Copperhill. Credit:Explore Georgia During this time, passengers can have lunch, shop, and explore the towns. Reservations for the handicap-accessible car, however, are booked through a ticket agent by calling 877-413-8724....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Joshua Hamilton

This Vintage Train Will Take You on a 1940s-inspired Ride Along the Hudson River — and It Departs From NYC

Last year, tickets sold out in two minutes here’s how to snag yours. The other option is riding in the Tavern-Lounge No. Eight more trips were added last year all of which also sold out. Credit: John McCloskey Jr. We are looking forward to another sell-out year." Tickets go on sale on Friday, April 22 at 10 a.m. for 2022 departures. Mark Forman Courtesy of United Railroad Histroical Society of NJ

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 71 words · Janice Wilson

This Viral 'Trick' Will Help Detect When There Are Sharks Nearby

It’s the best way to know for sure. All you have to do is use a spoon. So I grabbed a spoon and I’m going to try it. Credit: Getty Images I’m going to see if this wives tale is true." 7 Amazing Shark Experiences Around the World The video became an instant social media sensation. “I’m absolutely surprised at the reaction,“Rinder toldThe Charlotte Observerin 2018. However, these stunning sea creatures need our help....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 113 words · Tyler Bennett

This Viral Car Accident Video Has Drivers Rushing to Buy This Genius Safety Gadget — and Options Start at $44

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. You’ll thank yourself for buying one. Getty / Witthaya Prasongsin Robbery. Source: Getty / Witthaya Prasongsin.Credit:Getty / Witthaya Prasongsin The unexpected hero of the story? Fortunately, she didn’t get seriously injured as this presumption could have cost her even more. In fact,I’meven considering adding one to my cart. Amazon If this viral clip has you considering grabbing a dash cam for your car too, keep scrolling....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Mary Wyatt

This Virginia Mountain Resort Is the Ultimate Luxury Retreat for Active Travelers

No alarms are set; meals are followed by naps and more sunscreen applications. For other travelers, that doesn’t sound quite as appealing as it used to. Hours of lounging and reading sound too similar to lockdowns and Netflix marathons. Courtesy of Primland Resort They crave new sights, sounds, and the contentment that comes from heart-rate-inducing activities and constant stimulation. Oh, and that cocktail? Make it one of the resort’s delicious (and a little bit dangerous) moonshine beverages....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 254 words · Andrea Moore