Looking for ways to get out now that spring has finally decided to show itself? Research shows that being outdoors can help reduce stress levels, improve physical health, ease anxiety, and brighten one’s overall mood. To briefly quote John Muir, “Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees.” Here are six ways […]
Worried about the carbon footprint you leave behind when you travel? More and more vacation destinations are making it easy to ease your eco-consious mind. In fact, being eco-friendly is downright luxurious at these five sustainably minded resorts. Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji The name Cousteau is synonymous with marine conservation and the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort […]
Planning a tropical escape? We asked some of Hawaii’s top hospitality experts to share their favorite recreational activities and cultural destinations with one goal in mind: to help you get the most out of your vacation. Pick and choose from their suggestions to create a personalized itinerary so dreamy, you’ll never want to leave. Maui […]
Need a nudge to book that vacation? These hotels opening up their doors in 2018 are sure to help inspire your wanderlust. Plus, some of them are consummate hosts working to make the world a better place, whether that’s through environmental stewardship or charitable partnerships. Here are 18 hotels we’re writing home about (or from!) […]
Planning a trip that appeals to everyone in your family can be, well, difficult. Here we share a few family vacation ideas, luggage picks, and safety tips to make planning a little easier. Bon voyage! 5 Life-Changing Family Vacations to Take With Your Kids Now Yes, it’s cliché but true: The days are long but […]
Ready to plan your next vacation but feeling uninspired when it comes to choosing the destination? If you’re tired of the same old annual beach escape or tourist-trap sightseeing trip, now’s the time to try something new. Whether you want to head somewhere sort of familiar but with a newfangled approach, or you want to go rogue and enjoy a […]
Ever think about what it would be like to cruise Lake Michigan on a private boat, music and the sunlit skyline in the background? Then reality sets in: The high costs of boat ownership — the upfront hefty price tags and the ongoing maintenance — keep most people planted on firm ground. Enter the sharing […]
In early February 2016, the World Health Organization declared a global health emergency regarding a relatively unknown virus: Zika. Now, almost a year later, Zika, a mosquito-borne virus known to cause harm to unborn babies, had spread across many parts of the Caribbean, Central America and Mexico, eliminating these popular tropical destinations for travelers who […]
If you don’t have time for a full two-week vacation, you can still take some time to unwind and reconnect with your spouse, family or friends. A long weekend getaway is the ideal solution — and we’ve got eight resorts that we think are perfect for quick trips. Most of them have excellent on-site spas […]
The world’s best sailors and fastest sailboats made a splash in Chicago during the first America’s Cup race on freshwater in the event’s 165-year history. Forty-five-foot catamarans from the six different countries competed in this year’s America’s Cup World Series, just off of Navy Pier, at speeds of 40 to 50 miles per hour. World-class boating in […]
