A gentle reminder that you’re not stuck at home, you’re safe at home. But if you’re getting restless (we don’t blame you), then it might be time to turn to a new toy. Here are 10 unexpected gadgets that can help you relax, learn a new skill, or start a dance party in your kitchen.…
A cross-body bag ranks just as high on the necessary-travel-items scale as comfy walking shoes, a scarf or sarong, and a portable phone charger. Actually, cross-body bags aren’t so much travel essentials as they are life essentials. Meant to be worn on one side of the body, they feature long (usually adjustable) straps that stretch…
For your next 48-hour adventure, ditch the full-size, half-empty rolling suitcase for a versatile weekender bag. Typically made from canvas or nylon, spacious weekenders are meant to contain two or three days’ worth of clothes, accessories, shoes, and toiletries in a top-zip main compartment with double handles. They’re perfect for overnights and road trips; if…
Don’t be fooled by those hospital-corner beds and the gleaming bathroom fixtures; no matter how swanky or pristine, all hotel rooms get a rotating parade of guests. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to ensure the cleanest, most germ-free environment possible, whether it’s at a luxury property or a budget chain.
Usually when we check into a hotel, we enjoy the room for all of 10 minutes before running off to whatever conference/tour/family reunion/wedding festivity we’re in town for. Sound familiar? It’s time to commune with the hotel room you’ve paid for, for once, and wallow in the restorative delight of a hotel staycation. Pack your…
Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain/Oyster When it comes to big surprises, it’s hard to top gifting someone with a surprise vacation. Whether it’s a long weekend in Paris to celebrate a milestone birthday or a bucket-list adventure like seeing Machu Picchu, there’s a lot of planning and thought that goes into giving travel as a gift.…
From housekeepers to front-desk agents, hotel employees have a tough job. Sure, it’s a service-oriented industry, but guests can make the life of hotel staff much harder than it needs to be. We surveyed a range of folks with history in the industry to uncover the things that annoy them the most. From using towels…
There’s lots to love about Marina Bay Sands and Singapore’s legendary Raffles, but they aren’t the only smokeshows on the Singapore hotel scene. Some of the city’s smallest hotels punch way above their weight in the design department, giving even the most storied institutions a run for their money. Here are nine gorgeous boutique hotels…
As we continue to stay at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re more inspired than ever to use our vacation days once it’s safe to travel again. While there are some vibrant metropolises and beach towns that often make our annual vacation list, the world is full of magical places that offer unique, jaw-dropping scenery.…
If there’s one thing getting us through the COVID-19 lockdown these days, it’s food. Sure, baking sourdough bread from scratch and re-creating your favorite international gourmet meal are fun ways to pass the time. But, sometimes diving into a delicious helping of refined sugar and dairy is really all you need for a temporary mood…
