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When packing for a camping trip, there are several essentials that have earned a permanent spot in most packs. A tent, high-quality sleeping bag, and warm clothes are among that list, but when night falls, how do you plan to keep your campground well lit — or charge your phone for that matter? The more that technology advances, the easier it becomes to add excess items to your pack, but we found one piece of gear that satisfies two purposes may be an essential moving forward....

It’s not a proper holiday unless the whole family is included — and that includes pets, too. In the spirit of having everyone together, telehealth platform CertaPet searched through “pet-friendly” Airbnb listings from around the country to determine where in America pets are most welcomed. Using the home rental site’s “pets allowed” filter, CertaPet tallied the number of pet-friendly Airbnb listings in 100 destination cities around the country, specifying the holiday travel period between Christmas and New Year’s Day....

One of the greatest joys of traveling is going somewhere unfamiliar and finding so much delight that you consider moving there. But the very thought of moving to another country can immediately feel daunting. So, the team at expat insurance company William Russell has come up with a fun way to take an essential first step with its Relocation Calculator. Using the simplified tool, both Americans and Brits can find out the average monthly cost of living in more than 30 countries....

When Patty and Peter Cooke bought the Pickering House more than five years ago, they just wanted to save the historic property in their hometown of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. Combining Patty’s experience running a renovation and construction firm and Peter’s in commercial real estate management, they turned it into a true passion project, opening the Pickering House Inn in 2018. Guests took notice of the heart that the Cooke family poured into the boutique hotel and the accolades started coming immediately — and this year, the hotel nabbed three prestigious spots in Travel + Leisure’s 2022 World’s Best Awards: No....

Crisp leaves crunched under the tires of our rental car as we approached the gates of Twin Farms, a luxury escape in the countryside of Barnard, Vermont. Relieved to have made it to the end of our five-hour journey from Brooklyn (us New Yorkers aren’t accustomed to driving long distances), I rolled down my window and pressed the button on the intercom, eager to check into our room and lie down....

Tristan Thompson is working overtime in his private life to clean up the mess that he made. Now that it’s officially confirmed that he fathered a child with Maralee Nichols while still in a relationship with Khloé Kardashian, he has a lot of apologizing to do. It’s probably not enough that he publicly owned up to his mistakes and told his ex that he was “so incredibly sorry” for the whole world to see....

Virginia may be known for its charming small towns, many wineries, and historic landmarks, but the Old Dominion is also home to spectacular lakes that draw vacationers from near and far. Case in point: Smith Mountain Lake in central Virginia was recently named one of the best destinations to invest in a second home, according to Evolve, ranking higher than other more prominent locations such as Pocono Lake in Pennsylvania and Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks....

If visiting the world’s largest volcano sounds dangerous, think again: not all volcanoes erupt with abandon and leave towns covered in molten lava and ash. While it’s certainly true that volcanoes like Mount Tambora in Indonesia (on record as the world’s deadliest) and Mount Vesuvius in Italy (one of the most active volcanoes in the world) do indeed pose threats, many volcanoes are far less dramatic. Such is the case with Hawaii’s Mauna Loa, which happens to be the world’s largest active volcano, by both volume as well as size....

It’s not difficult to see what makes Colorado a year-round haven for vacationers. Home to 32 ski resorts, four national parks (including the majestic Rocky Mountain National Park), 42 state parks, and 15 national forests, the Centennial State offers endless possibilities for outdoor adventures and adrenaline-inducing activities. And let’s not forget the 26 scenic byways that transform an ordinary drive into an awe-inspiring sightseeing experience. Even those who like to take it slowly have plenty to look forward to — with several hundred breweries, over 150 wineries, and dozens of craft distilleries, Colorado will certainly leave you in high spirits....

Omicron came in like a comet and scuppered our European holiday travel plans, and so with two weeks already cleared in our schedule, we just needed to decide where to go. As a Henry David Thoreau disciple, I’m a big believer in “you must make tracks into the Unknown,” and adventuring to the remote is one of my besetting vices. So as Travel + Leisure named Mexico the 2022 Destination of the Year, and I’m a “Shawshank Redemption” superfan, Zihuatanejo seemed like the perfect escape....

“You still haven’t come to visit us,” Adam Stewart, executive chairman of Sandals Resorts International, reminds me over Zoom. I’ve been casually planning to take my family to an all-inclusive hotel in the Caribbean for more than a year — a “set-it-and-forget-it” escape to alleviate the stress of pandemic life with young kids. As it turns out, now is an ideal time for this type of vacation. The everything-included model — where the booking price covers not only accommodation but on-property food, drinks, and activities — has always had its devotees, but now all-inclusives are responding to demand for personalization, more space, better food, and more creature comforts....

Emma Thompson is taking fans back to her early days in Hollywood when she and her ex-husband, Kenneth Branagh, were the toast of the town. While things looked bright and shiny from the outside, their relationship was not so rosy behind the scenes. After getting married in 1989, she found out her director husband was having an affair with another famous actress: Helena Bonham Carter. Branagh and Carter worked together on Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein in 1994, and their betrayal led to Thompson filing for divorce....

Gwyneth Paltrow’s much-anticipated Netflix show is out at last — and it already brings a host of revelations along the lines you might expect from the famous Goop (self-described) provocateur. The Goop Lab, a six-part series premiered on Friday with the news that Paltrow took MDMA with her husband Brad Falchuk and the experience was, well, “deep” she said. The actress and C.E.O. of her wellness company explains that she once took MDMA in Mexico with Falchuk, who was then her boyfriend....

Few brand names evoke the essence of pure luxury as much as Bentley. Each element of a Bentley car is considered from every angle, from the sleek exterior lines to the sumptuous interiors and, of course, the powerful engine. But, the steep price tags and limited availability mean opportunities to sit behind the wheel of one of these luxurious machines are difficult to come by. This fall, Bentley is opening up the doors to its rarified world through different road trips across the British countryside, giving travelers the opportunity to drive its fantastic cars and see the world through its elegant eye....

Jennifer Aniston is speaking freely about the media attention her womb has garnered over the years and we’re here for it. The famously child-free star has had more attention paid to her procreation status than just about any other celebrity. And when asked in a new interview with the Hollywood Reporter how she felt about the obsessive speculation, Aniston didn’t hold back. “I used to take it all very personally — the pregnancy rumors and the whole ‘Oh, she chose career over kids’ assumption,” Aniston told the outlet....

Kim Kardashian loves dropping unexpected photos for her fans at random times. That’s exactly what happened on Wednesday when she posted a photo of three generations of women in her family — along with a big revelation in the caption. Kardashian was posing next to her grandmother, Mary Jo “MJ” Houghton, and her mother, Kris Jenner. All are sporting white-blonde hair and the muted palettes associated with husband Kanye West’s fashion line, Yeezy....

The ongoing public feud between Kim Kardashian and Kanye West seems to stem from the rapper’s irritation that his ex has moved on with Pete Davidson. Instead of driving the couple apart, West’s statements appear to be bringing the SKIMS founder and the comedian closer together. After a weekend of relentless social media posts and rants from West, Davidson had enough and allegedly texted him back to try and end the attacks....

Madonna is one of the many celebrities that chose to expand her family by adopting her kids. The pop icon adopted four of her six children from Malawi. Though Madonna is a world-class performer and is by no means camera-shy, she has chosen to keep most photos of her family to herself and off the internet. Recently on Instagram, Madonna shared a rare video as she embarked on a homecoming trip to Malawi, the African country where she adopted her kids....

Having a sweet tooth is the worst…especially when your 2021 New Year’s resolution involves eating healthier. It’s daunting to cut out sweets all at once, especially when they’re all you can think about eating. Having a go-to recipe that can help curb your craving is really important when transitioning into a new, healthy lifestyle. And if you’re looking for a guilt-free, sweet tooth-approved snack, then you have got to try Martha Stewart’s latest creation: Citrus Chips....

FYI, you don’t have to pay full price for designer sandals. And if you’re on the hunt for some insanely chic Tory Burch versions that’ll take your summer shoe game to the next level, you’re in luck. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is now open to cardholders and opens to the public on July 28th, but regardless of your access level, everyone can preview the deals. And yep, Tory Burch sandals are up to $68 off during the massive sale!...