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With 763 miles of oceanfront real estate on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts, the Central American nation of Costa Rica is a dream world for surfing, swimming, and sunbathing. It’s also worth noting that all beaches are public, so travelers truly have an endless array of options. Yes, it’s a bit more complicated to access the sandy crescents that are backed by hotels and fronted by the ocean, but with so many incredible spots to spread out a towel and take a dip, that doesn’t matter much....

Whether it’s a hunting trip with the Duke of Abercorn or spending the night at Lord Brookeborough’s estate, Learat has the connections to get clients behind closed doors. This Ireland and United Kingdom specialist is the CEO and founder of luxury travel design company Adams & Butler. Learat can introduce clients to locals of all stripes — authors, athletes, farmers, specialty-food producers, even the owners of grand old estates, many of whom are happy to host for dinner or a stay....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. And if this isn’t your kid’s only Hot Wheels playset, they’re in luck — because it can connect to other sets for literally endless fun. Psst … it isn’t all for the kiddos, as this review shows: “This is super fun! Even my husband and I enjoyed playing with this toy!...

Amtrak is giving its overnight trains an overhaul and making plans to replace its long-distance train cars with newer versions. The company will reequip its Amtrak Long Distance Network, considering ideas from as many as 10 manufacturers, according to Amtrak. The new train cars will be rolled out on popular routes like the California Zephyr, Coast Starlight, Crescent, Empire Builder, and Southwest Chief. CSA Images/Getty Images; Taras Dubov/Getty Images “Purchasing new long-distance train cars will allow Amtrak to upgrade and modernize the iconic and vital overnight services that link our nation’s major regions,” Amtrak Board Chair Tony Coscia said in a statement....

Angelina Jolie just gave fans a rare update on one of her children, and we know she’s the proudest mama right now. On July 31, Jolie gave fans a welcomed update on one of her children, specifically Zahara Jolie-Pitt, and her future! The proud mama posted a picture of Zahara with her “Spelman sisters” to announce that Zahara has decided to attend Spelman College. Jolie posted the photo with the caption, “Zahara with her Spelman sisters!...

The time has finally come: Ashley Graham finally revealed the gorgeous names she gave her twin boys! On Feb. 10, Graham posted the news we’ve been waiting on the edge of our seats for weeks: her twins’ names! The supermodel posted a breathtaking breastfeeding snapshot of her and her twin boys with the caption, “Malachi & Roman… my boys have been the greatest teachers and biggest reminders that I can do hard things....

“I have no words,” Brittany Albarano captions her viral TikTok video about the Bissell Little Green cleaner. Posted in January of last year, the video has since amassed 19 million views and 2.4 million likes. “I’m using this everywhere tho.” i have no words… i’m using this everywhere tho #fyp #foryou #cleaning #bissell ♬ Monkeys Spinning Monkeys – Kevin MacLeod & Kevin The Monkey Our mission at SheKnows is to empower and inspire women, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. According to a past round-up by Who What Wear, Ratajkowski loves Clean and Clear’s Advantage Acne Spot Treatment for clearing up any blemishes. This little miracle gel is made with salicylic acid and witch hazel, which work in tandem to visibly reduce the signs of acne. The acne treatment works with your skin, penetrating and clearing out your pores to clear acne away....

As everyone reluctantly cancels their summer travel plans, David and Victoria Beckham are already thinking ahead to summer 2021. The Beckhams just bought a $24 million condo in Miami in the famous One Thousand Museum building, outfitted with amenities like a rooftop pool, a spa, and a helipad. Designed by architect Zaha Hadid, the space offers sprawling views and museum-quality decor. Where else would you expect Posh Spice to summer?...

If there’s one occasion that should be all about happiness, it’s definitely vacation. Traveling brings untold joy, but depending on the vibe of your companions, it can also bring tension, indecision, drama, and stress. Fortunately, there’s a five-time NYT bestselling author and happiness expert to the rescue. Gretchen Rubin, co-host of the Happier podcast and founder of The Happiness Project, is well-versed in finding harmony with people whose tendencies are different from ours in all situations, including when it comes to planning and taking a trip....

So, you’ve found the love of your life and pledged to stay together for eternity at the wedding ceremony of your dreams. That joy deserves to be continued on a honeymoon you’ll never forget. And one place worthy of such happiness is Bora Bora, a small island part of the French Polynesian archipelago in the South Pacific. You’ve likely heard of the island thanks to its plentiful luxury resorts and otherworldly beauty....

Ever since rental car companies sold off cars at the start of the pandemic, there’s been a distinct shortage in a travel commodity that was once easy and relatively cheap to book. Historically, you might book flights, then lodging, and finally — almost as an afterthought — your rental car. But that’s not the case anymore. Because car rentals are in high-demand — especially during holidays — you might want to lock in a car before you book flights and lodging, so you have flexibility with dates (how’s that for a catch-22?...

The royal family in the UK has quite enough going on without getting into Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s upcoming interview, thank you very much — or so Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge’s mom Carole seems to be saying. Back in December, Page Six reported that Kate’s sister Pippa Middleton was expecting her second child with husband James Matthews, a report Carole Middleton has now confirmed as she shares her excitement for the new addition to the family....

We’ve spent the past two plus years stuck inside our homes, watching the world shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic. As a result, we missed out on a lot of the food, music and culture festivals that brought so much joy into our lives. Now that the world has opened up again (thank you, vaccines!), we’re ready to attend some of our favorite festivals again. While you’re planning out your food, music and culture festival travels, make sure to add Penske Media’s new Los Angeles-based culture festival called LA3C to your list....

Mandy Moore is sharing a new breastfeeding selfie from the set of This Is Us. The actress, who welcomed her first child, son Gus, in February with husband Taylor Goldsmith, posted the image on her Instagram Stories. The sweet selfie (or brelfie!) shows her cradling her son — who’s giving the camera some amazing side-eye — and nursing him while filming season six of the popular NBC series. “Back at work and grateful to have little man with me,” she wrote....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Martha Stewart knows how to make our tummies rumble over a new, scrumptious dessert we only thought was possible in Disney movies. Once again, she proves that not only are these dishes real, but you can make them at home easily. On May 19, Stewart shared an idyllic snapshot of her new dessert that’s fit for an Emily Brontë novel....

It’s only been a few days, but Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Netflix documentary series is already generating a lot of conversation. The first three installments of the six-episode series Harry & Meghan dropped on Thursday, revealing the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s side of the story. By the end of the third episode, audiences were left on a bit of a cliffhanger: the day of Harry and Meghan’s wedding. In preparation for the next batch of episodes, Netflix shared a clip from the documentary series, featuring the couple talking about their wedding reception and sharing never-before-seen photos....

Let’s face it, after more than a year of pandemic cooking our recipes could use a serious refresh. After all, there are only so many times we could make the TikTok baked feta pasta before the rest of our family starts complaining. In times like these, we like to turn to our favorite celebrity chefs, who continually keep us on our toes with their cooking tips and tricks. And if we’re looking for a totally unique and delicious dish, Rachael Ray has got us covered....

JetBlue is celebrating Cyber Monday with up to $100 off flights across the country and beyond for 2022 and 2023. The “We Just Click” sale offers customers $100 off roundtrip flights, per person, or $50 off each one-way segment, JetBlue shared with Travel + Leisure. Each one-way segment must be priced at at least $100 for the deal to apply. To take advantage, the sale must be booked by 11:59 p....

This Southeast Asian capital of nearly 11 million residents is at once super modern yet steeped in history — and packed with so many cultural sites to see and places to eat that the best hotels in Bangkok act as sanctuaries for visitors. Luckily, there is no shortage of options, from small boutique properties to the splashy luxury name brands. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L 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....