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As much as I’d like to think I’m one in a million, I’m one in 28 million when it comes to my choice in hiking boots. That’s precisely how many pairs of Moabs Merrell has sold since its best-selling hiking boot debuted more than 15 years ago, according to the brand. These days, there are several iterations of the Moab, with the Moab 2 Mid — one of Travel & Leisure’s top tested picks for women’s hiking boots and shoes for 2022 — being the most popular....

Michelle Obama posted a heartwarming “How it Started vs How it’s Going” post of her and Barack Obama in honor of the couple’s anniversary — and honestly, she beat the trend with this one. On Oct. 3, for their 29th wedding anniversary, Michelle posted a collage photo of her and Barack. The top photo was from nearly 30 years ago; one of the first photos they ever took together. The bottom photo is of the two now, looking as fabulous as ever....

Munich is saying prost to Oktoberfest as the city plans to welcome back its famous festival this fall for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began. The 187th Oktoberfest will take place from Sept. 17 to Oct. 3 without any pandemic-era restrictions after Munich’s Mayor Dieter Reiter gave the go ahead, according to the official website for the Munich Oktoberfest. Reiter took into account both the pandemic and the Russian war in Ukraine in his decision....

Paulina Porizkova isn’t ending 2022 without another hot topic for women to discuss. But first, she stopped everyone in their tracks with her gorgeous topless beach snapshot at sunset. Now, that she has her followers’ attention, here’s what she had to say. The 57-year-old supermodel shared a tale about traveling to St. Maarten and how her girlfriends on the trip complimented her for being such a champion to women. They told her that her real-life superpower is making “other women feel beautiful....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Pond’s Skin Tightening Serum is a little miracle in a bottle. This serum is packed with all the goodness your skin needs to stay fresh and radiant, and it’s so easy to add to your routine. Simply apply a small amount of the serum to your skin each and voila!...

Prince Harry and Meghan made a very specific choice when it came to their New York City hotel because it honors someone close to their hearts: Princess Diana. When his late mother used to visit the Big Apple, the Carlyle hotel was her favorite place to stay — and the couple is keeping on with that tradition. If you’re a fan of The Crown, you know all about this hotel already after it was seen in the fourth season when Emma Corrin, playing Diana, takes a three-day solo trip to the Carlyle in 1989....

John Travolta and his children have gone through a lot this year. He lost his wife and they lost their mother, Kelly Preston, to a battle with breast cancer this past July. We can only imagine just how tough that must have been to go through during quarantine. Their family was always having fun on social media, especially around the holidays, posting videos to their followers. Although Preston has passed, John still made sure to celebrate his daughter Ella Bleu Travolta’s 21st birthday, taking to Instagram to share a sweet message to his little girl....

Sofía Vergara never fails to wow and amaze her loyal fans. Whether it be a show-stopping outfit at the Emmys or a stunning throwback photo, she knows how to take everyone’s breath away every single time. Today is no different. On Sept 18, the Modern Family alum uploaded a cheeky and beautiful snapshot of herself rocking a bikini by the pool. She posted it to her Instagram story with the caption, “Se acabo el verano,” which translates to “Summer is over....

There seems to be a bit of flipping out on the Flip or Flop set. Back in July, rumors swirled that tensions were high between exes Tarek El Moussa and Christina Haack while filming after El Moussa allegedly berated and freaked out on his ex wife when she signaled to him that it was time to return to filming. Those in the vicinity caught the exchange on video and it quickly spread to news outlets, something El Moussa is reportedly now trying to make sure never happens again....

One of the best parts of any holiday is spending extra time together as a family. And when you’re a parent, another “best” part of any holiday is finding ways to make it extra fun for your kids. Easter is no exception: From egg hunts to filling Easter baskets to dyeing eggs, there’s no shortage of fun activities that you can do with and for your kids to make it special....

Everyone’s travel style varies, but it’s safe to say that the comfiest clothes in your closet are always the top choices for a long flight, train ride, or road trip. For travelers headed somewhere with chilly weather and find themselves needing a cozy extra layer to stay warm, there’s the Evaless Half-Zip Sweater, an oversized pullover sweatshirt that comes in a fall-friendly array of colors. To buy: amazon.com, $40 But, the best part is that it can be dressed up or down depending on your itinerary....

The Oofos Oolala Sandals are made from the brand’s signature foam material that offers support and cushioning for all-day comfort. They’ve even earned a Seal of Acceptance from The American Podiatric Medical Association. The contoured footbeds are designed to reduce stress on your feet, knees, and lower back, making them a great choice if you have chronic pain in these areas or will just be on your feet all day. In addition to comfort, another perk of the material is that it is odor-resistant and machine washable, so you can easily keep the sandals in top shape, even after taking them on vacation....

It’s no secret that linen is a go-to material for summer, since it’s lightweight, quick-drying, and comfortable to wear in warm (and even hot) temperatures. Now that we’re in the thick of the warm weather months, you’ve probably got a few wardrobe essentials that you reach for when temperatures rise. But if you’re still on the hunt for comfortable and stylish summer basics, you’ll want to check out this sleek and surprisingly affordable linen top from Quince....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Despite it being September, in many parts of the world, it’s still much too hot for soup season to officially begin. So, Martha Stewart came up with a cool-weather version of the classic soup and sandwich pairing to carry us through until the crisp autumn air finally hits. “Our summery spin on the classic grilled cheese-and-soup combo!...

Not long ago, traveling between Laos’s most popular towns for visitors — the architecturally fascinating capital, Vientiane; dramatic karst landscapes of Vang Vieng; and temple-filled Luang Prabang — required long drives on switchback roads. Traversing the bumpy 200-mile stretch between Vientiane and Luang Prabang could take eight hours, on a road shared with public buses and minivans packed to the gills with live poultry and bags of rice. Of course, some travelers opt to fly to Luang Prabang, but in doing so miss seeing the ridiculously beautiful, mountainous countryside....

“Do me a favor and tell everyone it’s terrible here,” said the guy on the chairlift after I admitted I’d come to Bend, Oregon, for a travel story. This was last March on Mt. Bachelor, a 4,300-acre ski resort that wraps around a friendly local stratovolcano. My chair companion was a recent arrival himself, having moved to Oregon from California the minute his youngest kid left for college. Now, he volunteered, he could drive from town to the mountain in exactly 18 minutes....

With broad beaches bookended by temple-topped rocky outcrops, Hua Hin has been a playground for Thai hi-so (local slang for high-society) since members of the royal family built their summer palaces there in the 1920s. Over the century that followed, well-heeled Bangkok residents snapped up beach villas and luxury condominiums, turning this getaway — just three hours south of the capital — into Thailand’s version of the Hamptons. And, as in the Hamptons, cool young people tended to steer clear....

On Jan 10, movie and TV stars from all over will gather in plenty of style at the 2023 Golden Globes. Following last year’s controversy which resulted in it being pulled from TV, the highly-anticipated awards show is back on the small screen — and industry members and pop culture buffs alike will be watching closely. This year’s big night will be hosted by comedian and Emmy-winner Jerrod Carmichael and will have a series of star-studded presenters including Clare Danes, Jennifer Coolidge, Salma Hayek, and Quentin Tarantino....

Combining the joy of slow travel and the unspoiled winter serenity of Alaska’s backcountry, Alaska Railroad’s Aurora Winter Train travels nearly 350 miles on a 12-hour journey between Anchorage and Fairbanks, passing through some of the most stunning landscapes in country. During the winter season, the train offers midweek and weekend services. The midweek services are offered on select days starting in mid-February and ending in late March. The weekend route runs with northbound services on Saturdays and southbound services on Sundays from mid-September to early May....

If meeting friends in a coffeehouse, indulging in Sacher torte, and spending evenings and weekends enjoying concerts, operas, and museums sounds like the ideal lifestyle, you’ll likely agree with the 2022 Global Livability Index published by The Economist. For the third time in five years, Vienna has topped the list of most livable cities. The Global Livability Index is produced each year by the Economist Intelligence Unit of The Economist, which rates cities on more than 30 factors across five weighted categories: stability, health care, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure....