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America has made strides in expanding its trail systems in recent years. But perhaps one of the most impressive feats of all is the 750-mile Empire State Trail, which nabbed the title of the longest multipurpose trail in the nation when it opened in 2020. Stretching from the southern tip of Manhattan to the Canadian border, the trail connects previously unlinked off-road trails and adds nearly 180 miles of off-road trails to New York’s network....

With thousands of lakes scattered across the country, chances are good that you’re no farther than a tankful of gas away from a great lake. But not all are created equal: some lakes won Mother Nature’s lottery when it comes to natural good looks, so we’ve rounded up some of the best lakes in the U.S. Take, for example, the impossibly blue, deep water of Oregon’s Crater Lake, created by a volcano, or clear, cold Lake Superior, as it laps against dramatic sandstone cliffs....

There are more than 1,500 castles spread throughout Scotland, the earliest dating to the 11th century. While many Scottish castles stand in ruins today, others have been rebuilt and restored over the centuries, ending up as residences or hotels. Spending a night in a castle is a thrill for many visitors, and others enjoy the history, stunning architecture, landscaped gardens, and atmosphere of these regal estates. Here are 14 of the most beautiful castles in Scotland....

Seckovic takes travelers well beyond Cartagena and Bogotá, impressing them with countrywide pilgrimages centered around novelist Gabriel García Márquez, farm visits to pick produce like lulo, the Andean fruit, and tours of jewelry workshops in the town of Santa Cruz de Mompox. Some of his favorite recommendations include the “White City” of Popayan, the remote La Guajira peninsula, and the Tatacoa Desert. But there are exciting — and meaningful — opportunities in urban settings, too....

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After Anthony Bourdain’s tragic death in June 2018, it became clearer just how many lives he had touched—and how his shows, books, and sense of curiosity and adventure helped us think differently about the world. For Bourdain: The Definitive Oral Biography (Ecco/HarperCollins $16), Laurie Woolever—Bourdain’s longtime assistant, co-author, and friend—interviewed nearly 100 people, from celebrity chefs and his television crew to his family and inner circle. The result is a candid, compelling look at the man and his work....

Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell’s daughter Grace Warrior is just 10 months old, but she’s already nailing one of life’s hardest lessons: sharing her toys. In a new video posted to Instagram Thursday, Grace is so cute sharing her ball with the family dog, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Piggy. Irwin captioned the post: “Learning how to share the ball. Sweethearts” with a yellow heart emoji. A post shared by Bindi Irwin (@bindisueirwin)...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reiterated its recommendation for Americans to wear masks on public transportation this week, as the Department of Justice works to appeal a Florida ruling that overturned the federal transportation mask mandate. The CDC on Tuesday said it was beneficial to continue to wear a mask in “crowded or poorly ventilated locations,” like on airplanes, in airports, and on airport jetways, noting the recommendation was based on “currently available data....

Everyone has been wondering about Chelsea Handler’s dating life after she opened up on Instagram on Monday that she is “finally in love, with the best kind of guy there is.” And now, we have the reveal of who the mystery man is; the one who has given the comedian “hope.” Handler is dating another comedian, Jo Koy, who was formerly a panelist on Chelsea Lately and is currently hosting Metal Shop Masters on Netflix — but their friendship already has a long history given the fact they used to work together....

Chrissy Teigen has never been shy about sharing photos of her kids on social media and we eat it right up — her children, daughter Luna, 4, and son Miles, 2, are adorable. Her latest set of pictures with her daughter has us flipping out over the cuteness factor. A post shared by chrissy teigen (@chrissyteigen) The carousel of photos on her Instagram page shows Teigen and Luna dressed in their chicest outfits putting our comfy pandemic daywear to shame....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. We know we say this every year, but the new year is a special time to reflect and improve yourself. To put it bluntly, we say that every year is our year. And while some years have been misses, there have been plenty of highs along the way. The past few years have been rough, to put it lightly, but we’re ready to move on and try for a better year....

Waiting in line in the rain for hours just to vote early in this election seemed like a pretty good commitment to democracy, but one mother in Florida showed us just how far some people are willing to go to vote in 2020. While she was in labor and on her way to the hospital, she made her husband stop by her local Supervisor of Elections office so she could cast her ballot....

Yet again, Helena Christensen lit up our Instagram timelines with another sensational and ethereal photo we think should be framed in a museum. On Oct 13, Christensen posted a photo to her Instagram story, and we’re seriously getting nature princess and fairy vibes from it. She posted the one-off photo without a caption, but let’s face it, a caption isn’t needed for this masterpiece of a photo. In the photo, we see Christensen rocking a simple silk ensemble of a matching white lantern-sleeved shirt and shorts, along with a skintight white corset that shows off her every curve....

We won’t lie, avocado toast has moved on from food trend to “basic part of life” around these parts. Toast, a smear of avocado, and a sprinkle of salt is a delicious and practical breakfast, but it takes more than a simple avocado toast to perk up our taste buds these days. Thankfully, cooks better and brighter than us are still out there finding new ways to innovate the basic combo of avocado and carbs, and Jamie Oliver‘s avocado pastry quiche is proof....

We’ve been marveling at how incredible Jane Seymour looks at 70, but now we’re mesmerized by how similar she and her daughter look. On Jan 8, Seymour posted a photo of her daughter Katherine Flynn with the caption, “Katie, I’m so very proud of you. You’re a loving daughter, a wonderful mother to two incredible girls, and talented in all you do. A great photographer, director, writer, actress, and volunteer advocate with Young Hearts and OHF – you do it all!...

Justin Timberlake (finally) posted a photo of his second son with Jessica Biel and it looks like the little guy is already taking after his dad. Jessica Biel kept her pregnancy a secret from us this time around (aided by the pandemic) only announcing their second son after he had arrived. While it turns out her decision to keep the pregnancy hidden from the world wasn’t actually intentional, there’s no denying that baby Phineas has pretty much been a total secret from us all this time....

While Valentine’s Day may be sneaking up on most of us (it’s just a short ten days away!), Kate Middleton is looking more prepared than ever to celebrate the love-filled holiday. The Duchess of Cambridge was spotted walking down a street in South Wales, U.K. today wearing a festive outfit that was giving us subtle Valentine’s Day vibes in the sweetest way possible. Kate paired a chic double-breasted navy coat and a bright red midi dress for her stroll with husband Prince William....

Well, that didn’t take long. Just one day after it was revealed that Leonardo DiCaprio had split with his much-younger girlfriend of four years, Camila Morrone, the 47-year-old actor’s latest model friend has already been identified. While DiCaprio’s split wasn’t announced until Aug. 30, it reportedly happened earlier after he was spotted on a yacht in St. Tropez in July — and of course, he wasn’t alone. A 22-year-old Russian model, identified as Maria Beregova by the Daily Mail, was seen partying with the Oscar winner and his friends during his summer vacation....

When The Colony hotel opened its doors in 1947 on the west end of Hammon Avenue in sunny Palm Beach, Florida’s most glamorous residents flocked to celebrate what would become the winter playground for international actors, politicians, and dignitaries. Seventy-five years later, the hotel, nicknamed Pink Paradise after the color of its façade, reclaims its place as one of Palm Beach’s finest destinations after a major redesign. Led by Kemble Interiors, founded by Palm Beach native Mimi Maddock McMakin, the 89-room boutique property just debuted an eclectic new look inspired by the playful spirit of this renowned South Florida city....

Salma Hayek has always been one of Hollywood’s most popular stars, and now, she has the award to prove it. On Thursday, she was honored by IMDb with their first-ever “Icon” STARmeter Award. The House of Gucci star showed up in a stunning royal blue dress that draped over her curves and had a fun flair with the black fringe adding to the movement of the outfit. She looked so happy to be accepting the award as she leaned into the glass statuette — it’s a big honor to be the inaugural recipient....