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If you’re wondering whether Los Angeles should be on your list of places for family travel with kids, the answer is: yes! The City of Angels may be known for its glitz and glamour, but it's also the home to many attractions and activities that cater to all ages and interests. 

Amid the SAG-AFTRA writer strike, actress Danielle Pinnock needed somewhere to channel her creativity. Her friends were in France for Paris Fashion Week, and she had just returned home from her own trip to Europe, so, naturally, the bed bug infestation in Paris was top of mind.

Los Angeles is one of the most diverse cities in the US, and its sprawling landscape is sometimes overwhelming and unfamiliar to visitors.

On a recent trip to the Caribbean island of Antigua, Melissa Middlestadt, a writer from the Toronto area, was charged a $12-a-night resort fee by the all-inclusive Jolly Beach. She was told it covered the use of nonmotorized water-sports equipment and Wi-Fi.

It will come as zero surprise that Las Vegas, Nevada, is considered the best party city in the US, according to a survey by U.S. News & World Report. What’s even less surprising is that Salt Lake City, Utah, did not make this top-10 list. Truth be told, it might not even crack the top 20. But it’s on the rise. With a boost from COVID and a number of other factors working in its favor, the Salt Lake City party scene is becoming a true nightlife ecosystem with its own unique style, sound and vibe. This is your guide to going out in the capital city of the Beehive State.

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, spending a few days in Los Angeles can often feel like a vacation, thanks in part to its many luxury hotels. The editors at Forbes Travel Guide have compiled the 29 best hotels in L.A. based on empirical data. Each property is visited by incognito inspectors, who have a three-day, two-night stay and perform hundreds of tests to exacting standards.

Consider it the year of Italy for IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Tesla is getting close to opening its first-ever entertainment-centric supercharging station—a 24-hour diner and drive-in theater in West Hollywood that will play famous movie clips on a big screen while drivers wait for their EVs to charge.

Welcome to the vibrant tapestry of Los Angeles, a city that thrives on diversity, individuality, and boundless creativity. Sure, you can (and should) visit iconic sites like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Santa Monica Pier, but this guide is all about delving beyond the surface and experiencing LA like a true local. 

While my experience at Burning Man 2023 was incredible — and wildly different from the headlines — the entire week wasn't a total breeze. 

Road-tripping is the ultimate way to experience California, so fill the gas tank and buckle up for unforgettable drives through scenery that tugs at your heart and soul.

This story is part of the Great Bagel Boom, a Bon Appétit series celebrating the vast creative expanses of bagel culture across America—because yes, you can find truly wonderful bagels outside of New York now.

Steven Udvar-Házy, the co-founder and executive chairman of lessor Air Lease Corporation, believes the airline industry will likely see more consolidation, especially in Europe. Udvar-Házy said at the recent Skift Aviation Forum in Dallas that while he doubts the continent’s low-cost carriers will be involved in any mergers, he sees Italy’s ITA and TAP Air Portugal as takeover targets.  

Hotel real estate investor and management company Highgate signed a deal to acquire Viceroy Hotels & Resorts as Highgate intensifies its quest to add luxury lifestyle hotels to its already ample portfolio.

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund Public Investment Fund (PIF) has announced the establishment of the Saudi Tourism Investment Company (Asfar) to support the growth of the country’s tourism sector.

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Most of us view our vacations as a well-earned break, a time to reset and relax, perhaps with a few activities or attractions sprinkled in. In a recent study, research shows one in three U.S. adults average less than seven hours of sleep each night, and many are using their vacation days to better their health, wellness, and longevity. In other words, wellness travel is no longer restricted to just booking a day at the spa. Nowadays, that would never be enough.

As travel times between major metro areas go, the flying time between Los Angeles and San Francisco is about as short as it gets: less than an hour in the air, and a bit longer gate-to-gate. Getting to the airport probably takes longer than the flight itself.

If you talk to folks from other countries around the world and ask them what they know and love about the United States, outside of our National Parks (“America’s Best Idea”) and grand cities, they might light up and mention Route 66, one of the most famous historic roads in America. Established in 1926, this route passed through parts of Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California for a total of 2,448 miles.

With a sea breeze in your hair and the sun (or sometimes the fog) on your face, driving the Pacific Coast Highway is one of America’s most awesome road trips. Following California's Highway 1 and US 101, it hugs the west coast from the Mexican to Canadian borders. Whether you choose to dip your toe into a scenic stretch or explore the full route of nearly 2000 miles, this exhilarating drive is unforgettable. There is something for everyone along the way, so we've rounded up the highlights.