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Belmond, the luxury travel company behind the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, is adding yet another one-of-a-kind luxury offering to its portfolio. In May 2023, the company will launch a luxury barge that will take travelers on week-long private river cruises in France’s Champagne region. Dubbed Coquelicot, A Belmond Boat, Champagne, the vessel will accommodate six guests with three ensuite double cabins. Designed by French duo Emil Humbert and Christophe Poyet (who are also working on the upcoming Mandarin Oriental, Vienna), there’s a spacious indoor lounge and a Champagne bar that, before each trip, will be stocked with a curated selection of the travelers’ preferred bottles of bubbly....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. It’s no secret that cleaning dishes is everyone’s least favorite household task. Dirty dishes are already a hassle to deal with on a daily basis. The messy countertops and soaked clothes don’t make the chore any more appealing. But it’s necessary to do the dishes frequently in order to keep a clean home....

What’s at the end of a rainbow? Perhaps it’s not actually a pot of gold, but a fantastic and colorful river. Caño Cristales in Colombia’s Serranìa de la Macarena National Park is dubbed the “river of five colors," “liquid rainbow," or “melted rainbow” because of the many hues you can see beneath its clear waters. In certain light and water conditions, bright greens, yellows, reds, and purples may appear to flow down the river....

Take a minute to think about your last camping trip. As much as you enjoyed the views and connecting with nature, there’s probably one thing that wasn’t ideal: the sleeping situation. Even if you’re a deep sleeper who isn’t picky when it comes to mattresses (or lack thereof), you likely found yourself missing your bed at home by the end of the trip. That’s because sleeping bags and air mattresses are made to simply get the job done....

Owning a home on a tropical island amid swaying palm trees, balmy breezes, and ocean views is a dream for many of us. Buyers of vacation homes in Hawaiʻi are making that dream come true, creating huge demand for island properties. According to Rob Kildow, director of residential sales at Hualālai Realty on the Big Island, “The pandemic caused many people to hit ‘pause’ and take stock of what was important to them, from careers to remote work and spending time with family....

This year has been a banner one for travel with traffic nearly reaching pre-pandemic times. Whether Americans took to the roads, flew across the world, or just hung out in a new neighborhood, experts told Travel + Leisure that travelers planned trips like it was going out of style. Vacationers took the term “revenge travel” to new heights with trips to previously-closed destinations, big cities, and warm-weather beaches. “Travel came back with a vengeance in 2022, with increased pent-up demand following the pandemic,” Hayley Berg, the lead economist at Hopper, told T+L....

What makes a city beautiful? A high-flying skyline, ample parkland, a decided-upon devotion to a single hue? Is it a place where you can spend days exploring ancient wonders, world-class museums, or surrounding mountains? Or simply somewhere with an indescribable spark — somewhere with heaps of bright juicy oranges at the street market, live music playing in the square, and young lovers lost in their own private world. Surely, the answer is different for everyone....

Another Cyber Monday has come and gone. And this year, we were overwhelmed with the incredible sales and savings from our favorite retailers like Zappos, which treated shoppers to upwards of 50 percent off top-rated footwear and apparel. But it looks like the savings fun is far from over, as the retailer has just unveiled thousands of Cyber Week deals. Right now, you can score up to 55 percent off travel-ready shoes for men and women from top brands like Adidas, Reebok, Dr....

One of my favorite things about being an on-again, off-again runner is amassing a running wardrobe full of comfortable, performance-driven, and stylish pieces. I’ve also invested in several pairs of sneakers to support my finicky knees, and I love how many uses I get out of those. But until recently, I wouldn’t say that I’d throw on my athletic leggings or tops to do anything (or be seen anywhere) other than run....

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Ashley Graham is never afraid to speak her mind and show that no one can get her down — especially body shamers. Graham has been super open about everything about her pregnancy from her exercise routines to her changing body with her twin boys on her Instagram. And this new set of photos may be one of our favorites....

Stepping onto the sun-bleached shores of Isla Holbox is like entering a secret club you wish you’d heard about years ago. At 26 miles long and only one mile wide, this skinny fingernail of an island is flecked off the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, right where the turquoise of the Caribbean Sea swirls into the green of the Gulf of Mexico. Sandy streets, buildings bathed in Caribbean colors, and the sputter of golf carts — the only mode of transportation on the island — set the tone for a place unlike many others in Mexico....

Planning a trip with a group of friends? JetBlue may have just made the process even easier. Cue Troupe, a free app to make planning group trips — say, a family reunion or a bachelorette party — an interactive, seamless, and collective effort. The app, designed by the airline’s subsidiary, JetBlue Travel Products, allows multiple parties to build the concept of a group trip together, eliminating the need to have one person spearhead the whole thing (or worse, several travelers vying for control over the trip)....

Jodie Sweetin recently married her longtime love of five years, Mescal Wasilewski, on July 30 in Malibu, California, less than a year since they got engaged. While it was a small ceremony comprised of friends, family, and her former Full House co-stars, two very special people were there throughout it all. Her daughters Zoie Herpin, 14, and Beatrix Sweetin-Coyle, 11, stood beside her as her beautiful, loving bridesmaids throughout the ceremony....

Mark Consuelos and Kelly Ripa eloped back in 1996, and after 25 years of marriage, the two seem as happy as ever — and it’s never been more apparent than now, for Ripa’s birthday. Related story Best Photos of Kelly Ripa Through the Years — From All My Children to Live With Kelly and Ryan On Oct. 2, Consuelos made an adorable birthday post for his wife, posting a series of silly, heartwarming photos of the two goofing off on a beach to his Instagram....

There are so many changes that happen to our bodies during pregnancy. Besides thinking about our hormones adjusting, the foods we should avoid, and our growing belly, moms-to-be are often thinking about the beauty products that come in contact with their skin. That’s why brands like the Meghan Markle-loved Hatch are so important, because they get it — women need solution-oriented products not only for certain phases of our lives but throughout our lives....

Traveling smarter starts with your luggage, which is why you always want to embark on your trip with a well-constructed and functional piece of baggage. If you’re trying to eliminate bulk from your travel game, shoppers recommend ditching your traditional carry-on suitcase for the Dagne Dover 365 Large Landon Duffle Bag, which is currently up to 34 percent off during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. With this impressive markdown, you can get the popular duffel bag for just $134 in a stunning rust color during the massive summer sale event, which ends on July 31....

If you’re looking for a scenic, upscale spot to escape to in Southern California, the historic Ojai Valley Inn has you covered. The resort, which according to Travel + Leisure readers, is one of the best in the Golden State, just announced the redesign of its most impressive accommodation: Casa Elar, a 10,147-square-foot Tuscan villa that sits among picturesque olive and lemon trees and aromatic lavender fields. Courtesy of Ojai Valley Inn...

Reese Witherspoon made fans see double, but not with her lookalike daughter Ava Phillippe — this time, it was with her French bulldog. On Jan 15, Witherspoon posted a darling picture of her and her French bulldog puppy Minnie Pearl with the caption, “I’ve lost the plot.” No, Reese, we’re obsessed with this plot. Anyway, the photo shows Witherspoon and Minnie Pearl in matching, black and white knit sweaters that have everyone itching to recreate for themselves....

Samantha Brown knows travel. After more than 20 years on the road, the host of PBS’s “Places to Love” has encountered countless snafus during her trips such as getting lost in Los Angeles, booking a rental car during a pandemic, and battling misbehaving children on flights. And while there might not be a miracle tool that can combat every single problem that pops up while traveling, there is one that does more than you might think: duct tape....

Tonight marks the 49th annual American Music Awards and fan favorites from all over the industry are coming together to perform. Bad Bunny, BTS, Carrie Underwood, Olivia Rodrigo, and more will be taking the stage as host Cardi B oversees the festivities and presenters come out to cheer on the best of pop, Latin, R&B, and so much more. One performance we’re particularly looking forward to? Jennifer Lopez, who last year dropped jaws across the country with her nearly-naked performance of “Lonely and “Pa Ti” with Marry Me co-star Maluma....