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The Riviera Maya — the tropical paradise that stretches nearly 100 miles along the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula — is seeing a major surge in hotels this year. Easily accessible and with picture-perfect Caribbean landscapes, plenty of entertainment options, great food, and experiences inspired by the Mayan culture, the area draws an ever-growing number of travelers. And while booking a room in one of the thousands of hotels and resorts along the Riviera Maya coast and neighboring Cancun is always an option, many visitors opt for the area’s stunning vacation rentals....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. When we were teenagers, we just thought we had to do a simple face routine. The older we’ve gotten, the more we realize we need to care for every inch of our bodies. From moisturizing to shaving (if we want to!), conditioning to scrubbing, we have to treat ourselves like royalty....

As someone that’s prone to acne, my skin always takes a beating with the amount that I travel. Whether it’s soaking in recycled airplane air, getting too much sun exposure, or adjusting to changing time zones, it’s not uncommon that I find my complexion in need of a little pick-me-up when I’m on the road. In the past, spending hundreds of dollars to get a facial was the only way to keep blemishes at bay....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Potty training is the milestone most parents can’t wait for their kids to reach. Unfortunately, it can also drag on forever, leaving you to wonder if your kid is going to be the oldest diaper-wearer in the history of diaper-wearers. And until now, there hasn’t been a good solution for that stage where your kid is mostly potty trained but still has accidents....

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey is relaunching a show next year with plenty of thrills and high-flying acts, but without the controversial presence of animals. The “Greatest Show On Earth,” which shut down its circus performances five years ago, will return in fall 2023 with acts sourced from around the world, new technology, and interactive elements to encourage audience participation, according to owners Feld Entertainment. “As passionate stewards of Ringling, we are committed to creating a lifestyle brand that connects with families and sparks real fun 365 days a year through live performances, digital content, consumer products, school curricula, youth circus arts programs and more,” Kenneth Feld, the chair and chief executive officer of Feld Entertainment, said in a statement....

Car rental company Sixt is offering up to 30% off rentals in January — just in time for winter road trips. The company is offering discounts on bookings made by Jan. 31 for rentals that begin on or before March 31 in its premium, luxury, or extraordinary categories, according to Sixt. The sale is valid on pre-paid rentals anywhere from one day to 27 days in the United States. All taxes, fees, surcharges, and extras (like additional protection packages, a baby seat, and GPS) are not included in the sale....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Selena Gomez’s hit cooking show Selena + Chef quickly became a fan favorite, with the former Disney star showing everyone her culinary chops. Now, she just dropped a surprise collaboration with the celebrity-loved brand Our Place. Instead of more cookware, Gomez and Our Place dropped limited edition colors that’ll only be sold for a limited time....

For $20, the Go Time Gear Life emergency sleeping bag will offer you priceless peace of mind, knowing that no matter what situation you find yourself in (think: stranded on the side of the road during a snowstorm or having a day hike turn into an unexpected overnight), you’ll be able to stay warm and dry until you can make a move. The best case scenario is you never have to use it....

Whether you like it or not, winter weather means a quality coat is one of the most important items on your cold-weather packing list, no matter where you’re headed. And while of course style is a consideration, your jacket must also keep you warm and cozy, protecting against the frigid winds and cooler temperatures of your travel destination of choice. The good news is that you don’t need to break the bank in order to secure a coat that checks off all the boxes....

The Midwest is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the United States, from the shores of Lake Michigan to the caves of Missouri to the unspoiled forests and woods of Wisconsin and everything in between. The best resorts in the Midwest put all of this natural splendor at travelers’ fingertips. Every year for the World’s Best Awards survey, Travel + Leisure asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more....

Whether you’re returning to the office this summer or planning a trip in the coming months, a pair of comfortable, flattering pants is a must-have. Spanx’s clothing collection is a go-to option for Travel + Leisure editors and shoppers alike when it comes to pants that are great for travel, since the brand offers a variety of versatile options that are just as easy to wear as they are to pack in your suitcase....

Here’s some Disney trivia that “Everybody” may not know. Backstreet Boy member Kevin Richardson was once a tour guide at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios when the park was known as MGM Studios in 1990. “I would give a 25-minute guided tour of the Studio Backlot,” Richardson revealed in a special celebrating Disney World’s 50th anniversary on ABC’s 20/20. “It was an inspiring, incredible place to come to work every day.”...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. We think this lid, which is from the official Instant Pot brand, is seriously genius and it looks super easy to use. It fits the 6-quart Instant Pot size, including all of the different models: Duo, Duo Nova, Duo Plus, Duo Gourmet, Viva, Ultra, Lux, and Nova Plus. All you do is put the food into the pressure cooker, attach the lid and choose a cooking mode....

Just outside the charming small city of Franklin, in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee, Southall has officially opened, and we got a first look at the new farm-focused luxury resort. Surrounded by old-growth forests and picturesque pastoral landscapes on 325 acres, the resort is a destination in itself, providing guests with the opportunity to explore the region’s agricultural customs, local flavors, and natural beauty through farm-to-table dining, an extensive menu of activities, and a modern take on Southern hospitality....

With more than 600,000 acres of mangrove forests in Florida, they’re the backbone of the state’s ecosystem — and one of the most spectacular sights along its waterways. There’s no better way to see them up close than through the Mangrove Tunnels Kayak and Paddleboard Eco Tour, so it’s unsurprising that travelers have ranked this tour the No. 1 experience in the U.S. in the inaugural 2022 Viator Experience Awards....

Located about 150 miles away from both Salt Lake City and Grand Junction, Gusher — an unincorporated area in northeast Utah — is an unlikely location for Google Maps’ top searched cultural landmark in Google’s Year in Review 2022. But Gusher’s Skinwalker Ranch, famed for its paranormal activity, was No. 1 on the list this year. “Recognized as the most scientifically studied paranormal hotspot on the planet, Skinwalker Ranch is a 512-acre secure site that has been monitored for decades with armed security and surveillance 24/7/365,” the Utah Basin location says on its site, authored by the ranch owner Brandon Fugal, who acquired the ranch in 2016 from aerospace mogul Robert Bigelow....

One unexpected perk of only socializing via videochat? Getting a front-row seat to all your co-workers, friends, and favorite celebs’ kids. Stars like Kelly Clarkson, Kim Kardashian, and Jimmy Fallon have all had their kiddos crash a live show, and we’re certainly not complaining. Country star Thomas Rhett decided to go one step further and get his young daughters involved in his next show, enlisting 2-year-old Ada James and 4-year-old Willa Gray to join him in The Disney Family Singalong....

Despite rumors that Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick would be giving their relationship another shot, the reality star has found love again with Blink 182’s Travis Barker. The unlikely couple kept things quiet when they began dating, but the two recently went Instagram official (and of course, fans went wild). Now that they’ve jumped that initial hurdle on social media, they’ve shared another peek into their romance. In a new note shared by Barker and written by Kardashian, it sounds like she is ready and excited to explore her newfound beau — even if they “destroy each other completely....

The survey for Travel + Leisure’s 2023 World’s Best Awards is now open for voting! That means, as of Oct. 24, you and your fellow travelers can weigh in on your favorite hotels, destinations, cruise lines, airlines, and more for a chance to win a Viking Longitudinal World Cruise for two or one of six cash prizes, including one for $15,000. After weathering two extraordinarily challenging years, the travel industry has returned with gusto....

After 25 years on the air, beloved courtroom program Judge Judy is coming to an end. The final season will air on CBS in 2021, and after that, you’ll have to rely on the quarter-century of reruns to get your fill. But don’t worry: Judge Judy Sheindlin isn’t out of the TV game just yet. On The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Sheindlin gave some insight into why she was parting ways with CBS....