As an avid hiker and backcountry camper, I always look forward to autumn and cooler weather. As temperatures dip, crowds tend to disappear and trails clear out, and I find that I enjoy my time outdoors even more. The only catch is that I have to make sure I’m dressed appropriately so that I stay warm, protected, and comfortable braving the cold and even snowy adventures. To buy: amazon.com, $110...
Each time we see Ava Phillippe on a red carpet or at a major industry event, we can’t help but do a double take. The 23-year-old and daughter of Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillppe is basically her mom’s twin. But now, it looks like Ava is putting her lookalike status behind her and embracing a whole new style, and we’re all about her fresh and fabulous hairdo. Ava showed off her bright new ‘do during her recent appearance at Celine at The Wiltern in Los Angeles....
Salma Hayek basically just proved she could have been Brittany Spear’s backup dancer in her latest Instagram video. We all knew she could act and her latest project is further proof that she’s a total badass. In promotion of Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard, the sequel to 2017’s Hitman’s Bodyguard, she posted an awesome (and skilled) dancing video to “Hit Me Baby One More Time,” which is a featured song in the film....
For most travelers, a Hawaii vacation means sunny beaches, poolside lounging, and perhaps exploring volcanoes, rainforests, waterfalls, and marine life. For fans of the game of golf, a trip to Hawaii means playing some of the most beautiful and challenging courses in the world. Each island offers a golf experience that’s unique to its environment — black lava rock on the Big Island, volcano views on Maui, lush greenery on Kauai, and historic courses on Oahu....
It’s easy to dismiss Philadelphia as a place forever languishing in New York City’s shadow. But when it comes to food, Philly is actually one of the most exciting destinations in the country. The city’s lower prices and young, scrappy energy have given chefs and restaurateurs free rein to experiment, allowing them to reinvent its classic cuisine and add influences from around the globe. Philadelphia will always be proud of its underdog spirit....
There are many rules when it comes to airport security, but that doesn’t stop people from trying to sneak illegal items past the checkpoints, leading to some interesting catches in 2022 from fentanyl in candy to an actual grenade. The Transportation Security Administration, which just released its most unusual finds at airport security checkpoints on YouTube, was on the lookout for drugs, guns, and other less common items (like a cattle prod) in 2022....
Impressive convenience aside, the STQ Combat Boots, which are quick to sell out, were recently marked down 35 percent off. With this discount, you can score a pair for $67. But, wait, there’s more; you can also use a special on-site coupon to get even more savings. Once it’s applied at checkout, the leather boots’ price tag drops down to $59. Talk about a deal, right? To buy: amazon.com, $59 with on-site coupon (originally $102) In addition to their unique front pocket, the mid-rise women’s combat boots offer a comfortable fit with their padded collar, which falls right under your calves and wraps your shins and ankles in a warm knit fabric to block out chilly winds....
As Labor Day marked the unofficial end of summer (and peak vacation season for many travel destinations around the world), travelers can now take advantage of all the perks of “shoulder season,” a.k.a. the travel season with fewer crowds at popular destinations and cheaper airfare and hotel prices. If you are looking for your perfect fall getaway at the right price, Expedia just announced the places with the best-valued flight prices, as compared to this summer....
Why fly in a private jet when you can spend your entire vacation in one? The Private Jet Villa by Hanging Gardens Air is here to make all your aviation dreams a reality. The Boeing 737 was purchased by entrepreneur Felix Demin in 2021 from its former owner, the now-defunct Indonesian airline Mandala Air. For the last several years, Denim has been working to lovingly renovate the plane into a gorgeous villa, which had to be cut in half and moved in two sections....
Florida shoppers can celebrate Juneteenth by supporting hundreds of Black-owned businesses in Jacksonville with the annual Melanin Market this weekend. The event, which is in its sixth season, has gathered more than 250 Black-owned businesses, nonprofits, and artists from northeast Florida and southeast Georgia, organizers shared with Travel + Leisure. Visitors will be able to shop for everything from jewelry and natural beauty products to books and clothing as they celebrate the emancipation of enslaved Black people in the United States....
When packing for travel, my stress level is at its highest while I strategically place my skincare collection in my toiletry bag. Seriously, I pack these items with even more care than with clothes and shoes. I’m always worried that something will open and spill all over my belongings while en route to my destination. My fear is opening my luggage to find that I’m down a face cleanser and that all my clothes need an immediate wash....
As far as giving sage advice goes, no one has your back more than Babs. Lovingly known on TikTok as “everyone’s grandmother,” Babs Costello is a grandmother of eight and mother of four who willingly shares her advice — such as easy recipes, how to treat mosquito bites, and how to clean your oven — with her nearly 2 million followers. Much to our pleasure, she often shares her favorite travel hacks, including a recent post where she shared the three things she always does when she gets home from a trip, which we should absolutely be doing too....
With charming small towns, impressive nature, and charismatic cities, Ohio’s full of can’t-miss weekend escapes. There’s heart-pumping action at world-renowned theme parks. There’s inventive fare — and an oft-overlooked winery scene — ready to treat those taste buds. Add the Buckeye State’s parks, lake access, history, and old haunts, and you’re sure to find a getaway just right for you and your travel crew. Here are 14 of the best weekend getaways in Ohio to consider, from small towns to big cities — with all sorts of adventures in between....
Escaping with your best friends is truly one of the most freeing feelings in the world. A romantic couples’ beach trip is a blast, as is taking your family on a cross-country road trip. But there’s something about the comfort and unadulterated fun on a girls’ trip that can’t be beat. As you and your best friends adjust to not living next door to each other, the way you did in high school, college, or in the first apartment you shared in the city, celebrating your friendship with a trip becomes more and more appealing....
Looking for the perfect place to relax and unwind? Consider California’s stunning natural hot springs. As the National Parks Service (NPS) explains, hot springs are heated pools of water that have bubbled up from the Earth’s interior. “In volcanic areas, water may come into contact with very hot rock heated by magma,” the NPS shares on its website. It notes that hot springs in active volcanic zones may produce superheated water, meaning taking a dip in them could result in injury or even death....
Avid hikers have another reason to visit Canada’s eastern coast in 2022. Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.), affectionately known as “Canada’s Food Island,” is inviting travelers to circumnavigate its idyllic shoreline by foot on The Island Walk. The 435-mile trail, which opened in 2021, loops around the perimeter of the country’s smallest province — and with plenty of stops at sandy beaches, scenic viewpoints, and charming small towns, it has something for everyone....
The holidays may be over, but in the night sky, the planet party’s just getting started. This month will kick off the new year with a host of stargazing experiences, from planet conjunctions to meteor showers — not to mention the ever-present chance to see winter’s dazzling Northern Lights. Catching the early January meteor shower may require a low-light-pollution getaway (here are some of our favorite dark-sky parks), but you shouldn’t have to travel far to see the month’s many planet conjunctions....
Steam drifted up in tufts, blurring the snow-covered fir trees and imposing mountains in the distance. I had been sitting in a small hot tub for far longer than I planned, mesmerized by the view. I stretched my arms out to play with the snow that had fallen on the ground just above the water’s edge. My fingers turned to raisins long ago, but I didn’t mind. I had been in Alberta for just under a week and its laid-back attitude had started to rub off....
Jennifer Lopez’s latest music video for her song, “Marry Me,” is possibly giving fans a hint that she and Ben Affleck are closer to a walk down the aisle than we think. The Tender Bar actor makes a cameo appearance that even includes a few intimate moments in bed together with Lopez. Longtime followers already know that this isn’t Affleck’s first time in one of J.Lo’s videos — nobody will ever forget their iconic 2002 video for “Jenny from the Block....
When it comes to body image and the media, many celebrities have talked about their personal struggles and how public commentary made them feel. It’s a complicated issue, and it becomes even more difficult when you’re a tween girl going through puberty in the public eye. That’s what Chelsea Clinton went through while father Bill Clinton was in the White House. She shared on The View on Friday how the “cruel” comments made her feel as her own body was changing, and she was trying to navigate life in the spotlight....
