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Headed to Napa? Harvest season kicks off a series of events—not to mention a healthy dose of romance as the fall foliage reaches its peak. Here’s all that you can get up to in California wine country. —Jenna Scatena More from Jetsetter: The Best Weekend Trips from LA 8 Rustic-Luxe Getaways We’re Crazy About Our […]
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Some things are so downright amazing, they don’t seem real. Case in point: these hotel villas we found throughout our travels in Italy. From rustic retreats in the Tuscan countryside to palatial pads in Positano, here are 17 gorgeous Italian villas that you can actually stay in, because they truly do exist in real life. […]
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This celestial phenomenon tops our bucket list for a reason. —Chelsea Bengier More from Jetsetter: 9 Gorgeous Paris Hotels Under $250 The Best Fall Beauty Picks 11 Place to See Before It’s Too Late This article was originally published by Jetsetter under the headline Now’s the Time to See the Northern Lights. It is reprinted […]
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Whether you’re an avid scuba diver or amateur snorkeler, a trip to the Great Barrier Reef should make everyone’s bucket list. Not only is it the world’s largest coral reef system, but the UNESCO World Heritage site is also one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Situated in the Coral Sea, off the […]
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Not sure where to go for your next getaway? Why not let the stars decide. —Siobhan Reid More from Jetsetter: 2016 Best of the Best Hotels Awards When Should You Buy Thanksgiving Flights? The Coolest New Hotels in South America This article was originally published by Jetsetter under the headline Where to Travel Based on […]
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Whether you want the best hotel money can buy or a great stay at a more realistic price, we’ve got you covered for your next trip to London. Because here we’ve compiled the very best of the oldest, most beautiful, most charming, and most luxurious hotels in the city and their more affordable—and we promise, still […]
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You want to hop on a flight to gaze at the gorgeous architecture in France, sip on refreshing beer in Germany, and ski down mountains in Switzerland, but there’s a catch: you lack the cash and vacation days to cross the Atlantic. Sound familiar? Don’t worry — North America is filled with cities and towns […]
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Hostels have long been associated with grungy backpackers wandering around Europe. But a growing number of boutique hostels offer an inexpensive alternative to hotels. From private rooms to concierges, here are 10 reasons it’s time to rethink your stereotypes about hostels. More from SmarterTravel: Top 10 Reasons to Stay in a Hostel How One Company […]
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For decades, people bemoaned the lack of dining options in our nation’s capital. How could a city with such diverse populations offer only cookie-cutter steakhouses, chain outposts and a smattering of good Ethiopian restaurants? Now a slew of innovators has revitalized the culinary landscape with new-wave Taiwanese, Filipino, Indian and New American spots to complement […]
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Where else in the USA can you spend Saturday at the beach and Sunday skiing down a mountain?! Around LA, people, that’s where. Colleen Clark hits the road in search of the city’s best escapes. —Colleen Clark More from Jetsetter: 9 Ultimate Weekend Road Trips America’s Best Long Weekend Getaways 9 Reasons Why Summer in […]
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A wave of stylish hotel openings in South America means new opportunities to explore Peru’s Sacred Valley, sample Bogotá’s booming restaurant scene, and hit the sandy beaches in Rio. Here are 10 standouts across the continent. —Nell McShane Wulfhart More from Jetsetter: 11 Best Mexico City Hotels Our Guide to Snacking Abroad 72 Hours in […]
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Sometimes, the great outdoors calls and we feel compelled to answer. Other times, we like to admire nature from afar, preferably from an antique velvet-upholstered chaise lounge. Here, 8 rustic-luxe hotels where it’s all about the mountain-meets-modern interiors and farm-style gourmet meals. —Chelsea Stuart More from Jetsetter: 10 Luxe Camping Retreats to Check Out this […]
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Want to join a growing community of truly care-free travelers? Try going completely nude—a travel trend that’s slowly shedding its taboo reputation. Of course, I don’t mean doing anything illegal, like streaking at Macchu Picchu or stripping down at Angkor Wat. Clothing-optional, adults-only tourism is well established in many places, from American beaches to cruises […]
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Airlines are forever jockeying for bragging rights as the operator of the world’s longest flight. But for most travelers, who must endure the hassle and discomfort of flying coach, shorter flights are always to be preferred over longer ones. As it happens, the world’s shortest commercial airline flight takes all of two minutes, although it […]
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Sharpen your City by the Bay trivia skills with these fun facts. The Golden Gate Bridge isn’t really red. (No, this isn’t a joke!) The official paint color is International Orange. While notorious American gangster Al Capone was imprisoned at Alcatraz, he formed an inmate band called the Rock Islanders. Every Sunday they’d hold a concert […]
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Because who doesn’t love dancing in the moonlight? —Chelsea Bengier More from Jetsetter: 7 Products to Keep Your Summer Glow Summer’s Wildest Cocktails 10 Pop Ups We Can’t Wait to Check Out this Summer This article was originally published by Jetsetter under the headline Where to Dance Outside. It is reprinted here with permission.
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