The Best Global Getaways for Plant Lovers, Starting at $83/Night
Wellness retreats, food trips, and staycations are so 2018. The new "it"-getaway? Plant-focused home-stays.
Jun 14, 2019
Dream Job Alert: IKEA Wants to Send You to Copenhagen to Learn About Happiness
This is not a drill: IKEA is sending one lucky winner to Copenhagen for two weeks in September to find out if home is the source of happiness.IKEA Denmark is looking for a happiness hunter to uncover just what makes Danes some of the happiest people in the world. They will be sharing their experiences on IKEAHomeView.com and followed by a camera crew, who will be producing a mini documentary on their two week pursuit of happiness in Denmark.
Jun 13, 2019
Vacation Like the Royal Family at This Jamaican Villa for Sale
Sure, the royal family may not be the sort you imagine letting their hair down and frolicking around a Jamaican resort. But if any spot could get the Queen Mother (also Queen Elizabeth, the current monarch’s mother) to relax and live their best life, we understand why it’s this one. The Little Hill Villa at The Tryall Club in Montego Bay, Jamaica, where she has luxuriated in Caribbean splendor, is officially on the market for $6.5 million.
Jun 13, 2019
5 Travel Pillows, In Order of Increasing Ridiculousness
Though they’re pretty ubiquitous now, the first guy to tote a U-shaped travel pillow on a plane probably got a few sideways glances. Alas, it’s not a perfect design, and many gadgets have since hit the market to try to maximize comfort during increasingly uncomfortable flying conditions. Here are five such products, silly though they look, that might just let you get some sweet, sweet sleep.
Jun 13, 2019
Rent This Tiny, Off-The-Grid A-Frame Cabin in Montana for Under $100/Night
100 percent of recent guests have given the location a five-star rating—and how could they not with Instagrammable views like this?
Jun 8, 2019
You Can Rent the Spice Girls Bus on Airbnb
If you wanna be my lover, you gotta get with my … unique Airbnb rentals obsession. Because newsflash for all of you Spice Girls fans out there: the Spice Bus from the 1997 movie “Spice World” is now available for travelers to rent. With the Union Jack emblazoned on the exterior (and across some of the interior furniture), it makes a whole lot of sense that this bus still calls the U.K. home.
Jun 6, 2019
Score This Cult-Favorite Overnight Bag for 30% Off! Plus, More Travel Must-Haves
Because packing the right things is the first step to a great trip.
Jun 5, 2019
How to Be a Tourist in Your Own City: 8 Fun, Affordable Ideas
Low budgets and a lack of time can put a dent in the fun of summer traveling, without doubt. But just because you can’t go far doesn’t mean you can’t have a good time. Lovingly called a “staycation” by some, we call it being a tourist in your own city. Here are eight ways how to do it.
Jun 5, 2019
By Foot, Bike or More: How to Explore Your Neighborhood
Whether you’ve lived in your neighborhood for years or have recently made the move, we bet there’s something you’ve never noticed before. Home is not just the few rooms you pay for and occupy — it spills out of your front door and stretches into the streets and businesses that surround your address. This weekend, with these tips, get up, out and explore your ‘hood.
Jun 5, 2019
Exploration Essentials: What You Should Always Have When Adventuring & Exploring
You know those fleeting moments in life when you’re completely in the present and feel alive? Exploring your surroundings (however near or far) — is a secret passage to moments that reinvigorate your creative spirit. You don’t have to have a lot of money, time or even go very far. Just step out your front door with these essential elements for adventure (which is everywhere if you look hard enough).
Jun 5, 2019
This Airfare Expert Shares His Top 6 Tips Every Bargain Lover Should Know About Air Travel
Traveling on a budget isn’t necessarily easy, but it’s definitely not impossible — especially if you get a little strategic.
Jun 4, 2019
These Are the Best Budget Beach Vacation Rentals, Starting at $15 per Person
If you haven’t already started planning your beach getaway, what are you even doing with your life? Perhaps you’re paralyzed with indecision from looking at all the wonderful beach vacation options (because how can you possibly choose one location?) or you’re scouring the internet and cringing at how expensive summer travel arrangements are. Fortunately, there’s an antidote to both of these issues: Vrbo’s breakdown of best value beach destinations for 2019.
Jun 3, 2019
Do You Often Arrive Late to the Airport? Turns Out, It Might Be Your Personality
Imagine it’s 2:30 p.m. on a Friday and your flight is at 5 p.m. It usually takes about an hour to get to the airport, but it just dawned on you that you’re going to hit rush hour traffic. You get into your Uber and the GPS ETA says 4:10. Is your initial reaction a.) hands are getting clammy, anxiety is at an all-time high, you regret not leaving earlier; OR b.) you feel adrenaline pulsing through your veins and the pressure is exhilarating.
Jun 2, 2019
You Can Celebrate National Rosé Day with this $6 Vineyard Vacation
If you’re all about that “summer water” (yes way, rosé), have we got news for you. Booking.com has put together a vacation package for National Rosé Day—coming up on June 8—that is almost too good to be true. It is in fact real, though you’re bound to feel some disbelief as well once you see the details. For just under $6 USD (or $8 CAD), Booking.
Jun 2, 2019
5 Small Ways to Save Money Before a Big Vacation
Instead of frittering away money on things you think you need to have that perfect trip, there could be some ways to keep that money in your pocket, either to spend during your trip or to get a jump start on saving for the next one!
Jun 2, 2019
You Can Now Go Glamping on the Roof of This Historic 14-Story Hotel
Glamping has taken us to many far-flung places. You can bed down in a tented eco-retreat in Mexico or a cozy pod in Sweden. There’s even a glamping experience in Calistoga wagon replicas to get a taste of the Wild West. The glam camping trend shows no signs of stopping, and I’m here for it!This summer, glamping is truly hitting new heights—the top of the Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C., to be exact.
May 29, 2019
You Can Rent These 9 Homes from “Fixer Upper” to Get a Taste of Waco
Experience the couple’s legendary, empire-building style for yourself.
May 29, 2019
This Vintage Airstream Park in Texas Is Offering Discount Rentals on Kickstarter
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been eyeing those Airstream trailer hotels for quite some time now but haven’t had the gall to just book a stay and go already. So the fact that there’s yet another of these super cool spots in the works is a sign from the universe that we (me and all the other vacation procrastinators out there) should pack our bags and prepare to spend a few fabulous nights in a vintage trailer.
May 25, 2019
Airbnb Is Partnering with 23andMe, So Let Your DNA Plan Your Next Trip
Vacation planning becomes infinitely less stressful after you determine the when, where and how. If you typically accomplish those travel-related tasks via a standard Google search, by using your favorite travel app, with suggestions from friends and family, or pure wanderlust, congrats on making these tried-and-true methods work.   In the spirit of innovation, however, 23andMe and Airbnb have teamed up to introduce a new approach to sorting out the details of your next trip.
May 23, 2019
Say “Bonjour” to Relaxation in This Stunning Treehouse Retreat in France
If Belle from “Beauty and the Beast” were to live in our modern times, she’d be all over this charming treehouse. About 300 miles south of Paris is this incredible treehouse rental, just an hour outside the historical, charming town Brive-la-Gaillarde. The treehouse is the most idyllic escape that will make you feel like you’re hiding away from reality.The house sleeps four, complete with two bedrooms: one with a queen-sized bed and the other with two twins.
May 20, 2019
Man Booked a ‘Clean Home’ on Airbnb Only to Find an Illegally Parked Shipping Container When He Arrived
For many travelers, the perks that come with renting out an Airbnb for a getaway make it the obvious choice over a standard hotel. If you’re lucky, you land a stay at one of these dreamy Airbnb houses that comes with a cool, accommodating host and have an experience that easily earns a 5-star rating.
May 16, 2019
7 Cheap Tiny Houses to Rent, Starting at $39/Night
If you’re not quite ready to take the plunge and live in a tiny home full-time, how about renting one out for a getaway?
May 12, 2019
Get Paid $10K to Travel the World as the Days Inn “Suntern”
How would you like to spend two weeks this August traveling around the world? You could settle down to explore one or a few destinations during those two weeks. You’d have the chance to be in Canada, Europe, South America, and/or Asia. You wouldn’t pay for your airfare or your hotels. On top of that…drum roll, please…you’d also get paid $10,000 (!!) for those two weeks of free travel.
May 8, 2019
There's One Country Where It's Illegal to Name Your Child "IKEA"
But here are a few other IKEA-inspired baby names you could use instead (some assembly required).
May 6, 2019
You Will Soon Be Able to Airbnb Inside Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center is a must-see on any New York tourist list, and now you’ll be able to stay there. That’s right: 10 entire floors of a Rockefeller Center office tower in NYC are about to be converted into Airbnb rentals. The rentable portion of the tower (located at 75 Rockefeller Plaza) will result in roughly 200 units.
May 5, 2019
This Insider Disney Website Will Save You Big Bucks on a Disney World Stay
Taking a trip to Disney World is basically a right of passage for any family. But man, oh man will it set you back some major bucks. It’s no wonder then why most families save for months and even years to be able to make the trek to Orlando, Florida, and visit the Magic Kingdom in all its glory. But for the lone few who know about MouseSavers.com, a little-known website featuring jaw-dropping Disney deals, their dreams of making it to Disney World don’t seem so out of reach.
May 5, 2019
10 Entertaining Apps for Long Flights
Traveling for the holidays? Our holiday travel typically involves a long 13+ hours in the air, so I’m always on the look out for a few apps to help us enjoy our journey. Because wi-fi on international flights is fairly limited, none of the apps I’ve gathered require internet access. Happy perusing and safe holiday travels! 1. Spirits (iPad & Android): This game is one of my favorites for long flights because it’s challenging, yet also calming.
May 5, 2019
A Field Guide to the Farmers Market
Hitting the local farmers market in your town has plenty of advantages over your local grocery store. By buying direct, you are getting the freshest possible produce at the best prices, plus you can better understand where your food is actually coming from. That being said, they can be a little overwhelming to navigate. Here is our field guide to get you started. 1. Come prepared. Bring bags, small bills, sunscreen, comfortable shoes and a list.
May 4, 2019
This Is the Airbnb of RV Rentals—And You Can Stay in One Starting at $10 a Night
While the idea of taking a road trip—whether it’s a quick weekend getaway with your SO or a cross-country tour of America’s national parks—certainly sounds dreamy and adventurous, the logistics of planning such a trip, particularly finding the right vehicle to use, can feel daunting. Enter: RVshare.RVshare is like A‌i‌r‌b‌n‌b‌ for RV rentals.
May 4, 2019
From Film to Real Life: Tjolöholm Castle from Melancholia
Maybe it’s the slow change to cool, deep-autumn weather that has me thinking of Lars von Trier’s film, Melancholia. The beautiful, surreal (or too-real?) film features a wedding taking place at a beautiful home and its grounds: The home in real life is Sweden’s Tjolöholm Castle, an Arts and Crafts creation by architect Lars Israel Wahlmann. The exterior of the castle and its grounds is where Melancholia filmed its eerie outdoor scenes.
May 4, 2019
Top Tips for Traveling in Style (& Without Stress!) from the Traveler Broads
Photographer and fashionista Kerry Maloney is one half of the glamorous, snarky duo behind Traveler Broads, a blog about longtime friends making fun of each other on as many continents as possible. We toured her French Quarter apartment last year.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Los Angeles
Jaclyn Johnson’s style is so nice, we’ve toured her home twice! She’s the creator of Create & Cultivate, “an online platform and offline conference for female entrepreneurs in the digital space.” She’s also the founder of (No Subject), a marketing and events agency. It’s no surprise that the home she shares with her fiance in Los Feliz is bold, colorful and lively.
May 3, 2019
6 Smart Ways to Save on Your Budget Honeymoon
After you factor in the printed invitations, the plated meals and the pretty peonies you just have to have, your wedding budget is likely getting higher and higher than you’d ever imagined. And you’re supposed to plan a 10-day European vacation with the leftover budget? (Again, what leftover budget?) The answer to your troubles doesn’t have to be “skip the honeymoon,” you just have to be a little creative with your post-wedding travel plans.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Joshua Tree, California
Sara Combs is an artist and a designer who uses a variety of mediums to create intuitive and meaningful experiences. She works in everything from UI/UX design for both web and apps, to pattern design and illustration and interior design. Her latest project The Joshua Tree House is her and her husband Rich’s peaceful escape from busy San Francisco living (as well as an occasional Airbnb rental).
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in London
Heather Kane moved to London (specifically Clerkenwell) a little over a year ago for work. In her own words: “It’s been amazing. This city is my favourite of all the places I’ve lived so far… The architecture is amazing, it has endless quaint neighborhoods to discover and it’s the perfect place to explore the rest of Europe from, which I like to do as often as I can.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in New Orleans
Chris Scheurich and Ali McNally have lived in the Uptown neighborhood of New Orleans for four years. They are lifelong musicians, extremely stylish dressers and (I can personally attest to them being) kind people. They’re also the co-owners of Neon Heart, a boutique selling unique-to-New Orleans home goods and accessories (and Chris does custom framing).
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Minneapolis
Thomas Wegner’s Minneapolis house is bold and thoughtful, so it’s no surprise to learn he has a background in interior design. He’s created a simple and minimal space that doesn’t skimp on style or uniqueness: every room in his home features something he has made by hand. He currently spends his workdays designing events and graphics for a furniture company and he’s also an avid Airbnb host.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Oakland’s Grand Lake Neighborhood
Joe and Keith’s studio apartment in Oakland’s Grand Lake neighborhood is only 300 square feet, but it’s loaded with natural light, plants, art and great views. Residents of this neighborhood for three years, Joe, a landscape designer, and Keith, an artist and custom framer, show us their idea of a well-designed day in their neighborhood. The local spots they visit are as charming as their home!
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in NYC’s Union Square
Native New Yorker Lauren Rogoff is originally from Rockaway Beach in Queens, but she’s been living in this zip code for eight years (and nearly three years in her current home). During the day, she works as an attorney at a literary agency. She also flexes her creative muscles as a painter, selling watercolor art prints, greeting cards and custom paintings of incredibly adorable cats, dogs and other creatures.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Chicago’s Logan Square
Anna Zajac is a wedding photographer in Chicago with a background in graphic design. When she isn’t working, she loves to spend time exploring all that the city has to offer. As a full-time freelancer, Anna recently started co-working at Workshop Chicago in the West Loop, which puts her close to everything wonderful off of the CTA Blue Line. She has lived in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood for two and a half years.
May 3, 2019
The Perfect Tech Accessory for Travel (and Covering Your Butt When the WiFi Goes Out at Home)
The best thing you bring on vacation this summer might not be the sunblock. In today’s uber-connected era, getting online is pretty much a necessity. But in certain places (and certain situations) it’s either difficult or downright impossible to get connected easily and cheaply. But there’s another solution… It’s a compact, battery-powered gadget that creates a wifi network around you almost anywhere, without needing an outlet or wiring into a wall like at home.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Tucson, Arizona
Theresa Delaney is from the East Coast, but she’s fallen completely in love with Tucson, where she shares a cute apartment with her Tucson-native boyfriend James (and two rowdy pups). She writes: “We love being a quick ten-minute drive from downtown or the University of Arizona, and minutes from our favorite spots in the foothills. The large yard, quiet neighborhood and desert scenery don’t hurt, either!” Today, she shares some of her favorite spots in Tucson.
May 3, 2019
This Couple Met Through Airbnb, Then Got Married at Airbnb Headquarters
In imagining the ideal wedding venue, the corporate headquarters of a Silicon Valley company wouldn’t exactly be at the top of most couples’ lists, but for Ben and Noa it couldn’t have been more perfect. Married a little over a month ago in Airbnb’s light-filled atrium on July 6th, the couple first met in 2014 when Ben made several attempts to book Noa’s space in Tel Aviv on the vacation rental marketplace.
May 3, 2019
A Well-Designed Day in Rockaway Beach, New York
Native New Yorker Lauren Rogoff‘s family has lived in Rockaway Beach in Queens for several generations (her great-grandparents built several of the houses here!), and while she currently resides in Union Square, she still thinks of the peninsula home as home. She describes Rockaway as a wonderful, beachy escape from the city that is only a short hop from the heart of Manhattan.
May 3, 2019
How to Get Your Best Sleep—Even When You’re Away from Home
Whether you’re traveling for work, vacation, or even when staying with good friends or family, sleeping in an unfamiliar bed—away from the comforting surroundings of our own bedroom—can be challenging.
May 3, 2019
Healthy Travels: Ease Jet Lag With These Wellness Carry-ons
How many times have you booked a killer vacation, only to arrive at your destination after a miserable plane ride feeling exhausted, stiff and out of sorts? Just as you take care and consideration in packing your suitcase with the essentials, you can pimp your carry-on to include items to ease in-flight unrest and encourage a more pleasant travel experience. Don’t let a plane flight (and its aftereffects) be the worst part of the trip!
May 3, 2019
8 Apps Everyone with Wanderlust Needs to Download ASAP
The days are short and the world is wide, my friends—there’s so much to see out there and seemingly so little time to do it, which is perhaps why some of us (read: me) have an incurable case of wanderlust. And, hey, it’s not exactly a bad habit to have. After all, they say travel is the best teacher. Still, there will be days when you can’t afford to satiate your thirst for someplace new, and that’s OK too. There’s nothing wrong with pacing yourself!
May 3, 2019
17 Real-Life Places Straight Out of Nostalgic Movies & TV
There are certain places that feel like home even though we’ve only seen them on a screen. Whether it’s a restaurant, coffee shop, hotel, a home, or some other edifice, the locales from our favorite nostalgic movies and TV shows seem to take on a life of their own. They become supporting cast members, in a way. As you might expect, many of these places are fabricated on studio lots in the Los Angeles area. Others are merely shells that are demolished once filming is done.
May 3, 2019
This Abandoned Cattle Ranch Is Becoming a “Literary Home on the Range” & Library
Two longtime bookstore employees are currently transforming an abandoned Colorado cattle ranch into a “literary ‘home on the range’ for writers, artists and nature-lovers.” Jeff Lee and Ann Marie Martin of The Rocky Mountain Land Library project, who’ve collected more than 35,000 books about nature and the American West between them (they’re also married), are planning to finish this “live-in library celebrating the West” during the coming summer.
May 3, 2019
You Can Stay Overnight at the Christmas Story House (Leg Lamp Included)
Not all leftover childhood dreams go unfulfilled. Some of them come true when you least expect it. Case in point: You can now stay overnight at the famous house from A Christmas Story. No word on whether that includes your very own Red Ryder BB Gun and plate of leg lamp cookies, but this is still a pretty sweet opportunity nonetheless.
May 3, 2019
These New Travel Apps Let You Book Luxe Hotels By the Hour (Even Minute!)
Ever had a way-too-early flight out of a city and think: Well there goes a perfectly good day at a beautiful hotel wasted. Or maybe you took the red eye in and are trapped in a city until that 3PM check in time without a place to shower, let alone wash your face. Wouldn’t it be really nice if you had the ability to book your stays based on time, instead of days—to really maximize the hours by the hotel pool? You’re officially in luck, because two new apps let you do just that.
May 3, 2019
Going Somewhere? How To Pack Lightly But Still Have Everything You Need
Even with your best efforts, sometimes avoiding overpacking is a hard thing to do. There are all these scenarios that start springing up in your head, and you begin to consider all the options that might be: Maybe you’ll get invited to a fancy dinner and need that beaded evening bag or you could stumble upon a rooftop pool you’ll need your swimsuit and oversize hat for. You just never know!
May 3, 2019
The Color Factory is an Instagram Obsession Come to Life
Color lovers, you might want to book a trip to San Francisco ASAP: The latest must-visit destination is The Color Factory, and it’s probably already infiltrating your Instagram feed. Inside the can’t miss it striped exterior, you’ll find a 12,000 square foot, pop-up “color experience.” Color Factory just opened on August 1, and tickets are selling out faster than you can say (or take a) Boomerang.
May 3, 2019
As Seen on TV Homes to Book for In Real Life Vacations
If you’ve ever been caught up in a home design TV spiral—don’t worry, we’ve all been there—you know there are some pretty impressive properties out there. Touring everyone’s pads virtually on shows like Extreme Homes and Cribs makes us basically want to retire, buy a new tool set, and get to work on our own place.
May 3, 2019
Beyond Selfies: 8 Clever Ways You’re Not Using Instagram
We all know that Instagram is a great place to show off your social networking skills, but it can also be a valuable visual resource if you know how to use it right. Along with loads of helpful hashtags, location tags, and images, the social media app is brimming with untapped advice to aid your shopping and travel endeavors. To prove our point, I’ve rounded up some of the more savvy, albeit unexpected, ideas for using Instagram images and tags to your advantage.
May 3, 2019
Stop Overpacking Once And For All With These 3 Questions
I’m currently reporting to you from the middle of my bedroom, surrounded by garment bags and flung open suitcases, tossed around shoes and a hodge-podge of pants, tops and torn-from-their-hangers sweaters. And in the center of this chaotic mess is me, sitting cross legged on the carpet with my head in my hands trying to hack the Rubik’s Cube that is not overpacking.
May 3, 2019
Rent John Lennon & Yoko Ono’s Famous “Nutopia”
Utopia may be nearly impossible to find, but now you can rent Nutopia — John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s fictional “conceptual country”, housed in a townhouse at 1 White Street in NYC — for just $19,500 per month. You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.
May 3, 2019
The Swedish Word for “Man Cave” is Absolutely Perfect
I don’t know about you, but I am so tired of hearing about “man caves” and “she sheds” all the time. Don’t get me wrong—I’m totally here for people carving out their own spaces in their homes (personally I would love a separate room where I could just hang out and do crafts and practice my guitar and have alone time whenever I want it). But… why do we need to gender rooms? And why do they need to be so binary?
May 3, 2019
Yes, It’s Possible to Get the Best Sleep of Your Life on a Plane
Flying, okay traveling in general, is rarely fun. Cramped seats, bumpy rides, and anxious passengers aren’t really a recipe for a “good time.” That’s why the longer the trip, the harder we try to sleep through it—which unfortunately, is never easy. Luckily, we did our research, and found that there are still plenty of steps you can take to catch some quality ZZZs while you travel.
May 3, 2019
The Plaza Hotel Is Offering Home Alone 2 Inspired Packages
First Eloise, now Kevin McAllister leaves his mark on the iconic Plaza hotel. The famed hotel is now offering Home Alone 2: Lost in New York inspired packages for the wealthy and nostalgic. As a celebration of the movie’s 25th anniversary, the hotel has set up an exhibit, crafted a ’90s inspired menu and even offers up a room package that includes a stay at The Plaza and the opportunity to live out some of the more memorable scenes from the movie (Joe Pesci not included).
May 3, 2019
The Future of Travel: These Are America’s Most Advanced & Modern Airports
Anybody who says they enjoy flying just hasn’t flown enough. There aren’t enough audiobooks and podcasts in the world to make waiting at a crowded gate for a delayed flight with a 10-percent battery feel like a good time. But what does go a long way in making a miserable airport experience a, well… less miserable airport experience are modern amenities— everything from free wifi to creepily accurate wait time trackers.
May 3, 2019
You Can Stay In This Convincing Hobbit House
Not everyone has the interest or the carpentry skills required to build a personal hobbit hole from scratch. Still, that doesn’t stop people from wanting to experience life as a fictional, vertically challenged individual with a larger than average shoe size. Luckily, minimalist and tiny house builder Kristie Wolfe has put her charming hobbit house up for rent on Airbnb, and it’s about as close as a real-life human can come to hanging out in Middle-earth.
May 3, 2019
Harry Potter Fans Can Spend Valentine’s Day at The Great Hall
If you really want to impress your sweetheart in 2018, make plans to woo them with wine and wizardry courtesy of Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London which is offering its three-course meal in Hogwarts’ Great Hall for the third year in a row. Last year’s Harry Potter Valentine’s Day card was cool, but this dinner sounds like it just might work better than a love potion. The convening of romance-seeking Potterheads takes place on Friday, February 9 and Saturday, February 10.
May 3, 2019
How A Global Jetsetter Stays Fit in a Hotel Room (With Zero Equipment)
Travel, odd hours, long commutes, family time, and rough weather often makes heading to the gym or outside for a walk the last priority on your ever-growing to-do list. Plus, when you don’t have enough room to store gym equipment, let alone roll out a yoga mat, achieving your exercise goals can feel next to impossible. If you’re short on time and space, Mitzi Gaskins, the Global Brand Leader for JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, is here to help.
May 3, 2019
Even Muggles Can Stay In This Magical Harry Potter House in Edinburgh
Looking for some wizard-related wonderfulness? If there was any justifiable reason to withdraw a handful of Galleons and spend it without hesitation, it’s the chance to spend a few nights in this Harry Potter rental. Potterheads are probably already packing their robes and inviting their closest muggle pals to BYOB (Bring Your Own Butterbeer) and join them at what sounds like the most enchanting rental ever.
May 3, 2019
Goat Yoga Vacations Will Soon Be a Thing at The Goatel, A Goat Hotel in Portland
If Lainey Morse, the woman who started the Goat Yoga craze, were to write an autobiography, it should be called “Bleat, Pray, Love.
May 3, 2019
Costco is Selling Universal Studios Tickets at an Amazing Discount
It’s not a stretch to fill up your cart with unexpected necessities at Costco. But just in case your list wasn’t long enough already, we have one more item you absolutely must add to it: Universal Studios tickets. Costco members have exclusive access to super discounted theme park tickets—and Universal Studios is among them. For only $139, you can score a three-visit pass. That’s nearly $200 less than buying single day tickets to the park.
May 3, 2019
Wine Baths Are the Medieval Self-Care Trend We Didn’t Know We Were Missing
If you’ve ever sipped on a velvety, chewy glass of red wine so delicious that you thought to yourself, “Wow, I could take a bath in this,” then you just might be ready to try the Medieval self-care regimen we didn’t know we were missing — but are totally here for now.
May 3, 2019
These Brand New Books Are The Perfect Vacation Reads
Whether you’re a beach person, a cabin person, or a long-weekend-inside-your-apartment-with-your-phone-turned-off person, these reads (coming out in April) will cure your end-of-winter blues. Here, you’ll find thrillers, some coming-of-age stories, and Italy adventures—in fact, you won’t be able to pick just one to bring with you on vacation. What is it about small suburban towns, carpools, soccer games, and culs-de-sac that make for really fun beach reads?
May 3, 2019
The Steel Magnolias House is a Bed and Breakfast—And You Can Stay There
Clairee, Ouiser, M’Lynn, Annelle, Shelby. If these are names of women who are as dear to your heart as any real-life girlfriends, then pack your bags for a trip to the real-life Chinquapin Parish—known to locals as Natchitoches, Louisiana. Where the Eatenton home from Steel Magnolias is now an actual bed and breakfast, with bookings available.
May 3, 2019
Hey “Dog Friendly” Hotels, What’s With the Big Dog Ban?
More of us than ever before are hitting the road with our furry families. Stats show 37% of pet owners travel with their pets (up from 19% about 10 years ago). And savvy marketers (naturally) want to get in on this action. Hotels are fond of plastering “dog friendly” on everything, luring pet families with promises of treats and dog bowls and beds to pamper their pooches.
May 3, 2019
Tiny House Obsessed? Here’s Where You Should Vacation Next
While you might be itching to try tiny living, you might not be ready to say goodbye to your stuff just yet. But a trip to the Pacific Northwest might be just what you need. In the past decade, a wave of new policies and laws in Portland, Oregon, has created a micro housing boom, bringing with it a glut of options for tourists trying to live the small life. Want to go small (but not super tiny?) Rent an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for a weekend.
May 3, 2019