Star tips

Wild camping is once again allowed on Dartmoor after the national park won a successful appeal against a ruling in a case brought by a wealthy landowner.

July delighted stargazers with the year’s first full supermoon, and there’s more where that came from this August — a lot more. This month will see not one but two supermoons, along with multiple planet sightings, the peak of a powerful meteor shower, and ideal star-cluster viewing.

From St. Peter's Basilica to the Vittoriano, the Pantheon to the Colosseum, Rome boasts one of the most iconic and romantic skylines in the world. So when choosing where to stay in the Eternal City, it’s ideal to find a hotel that gives you a bird’s eye view of the grand cityscape.

Despite producing some truly delicious pineapples—and the only pineapples grown in Europe—Portugal’s Azores islands aren’t particularly well suited to growing the fruit. Which is why the third-generation owner of Herdade do Ananás (“pineapple estate”) has opted to diversify the family business.

When you think of a culinary-fuelled trip in Tokyo, what comes to mind? Sushi from Masuda? Ramen from Fu-unji? Maybe. And while we don’t recommend skipping the classics, it’s your moral imperative to make some space for a new wave of Japanese fare: Neapolitan-style pizza.

Rosario Dawson’s latest film ‘ Haunted Mansion ’ is based on one of America’s most treasured amusement park rides, and she’s also starring in the new Star Wars series ‘ Ahsoka .’ But her real contribution to summer fun is her ‘ Margalicious Margarita ’ cocktail collaboration with Ashley Benson and Vanessa Hudgens available through Thomas Ashbourne Craft Spirits . I spoke with Dawson about her first beer with her grandmother, what she loves about a Margarita and how you know when it’s time to put down the machete.

Iberostar Hotel & Resorts is focusing on its commitment to sustainability and responsible tourism, making conservation a driving force in the company’s ethos. Here are some of the programs and efforts taking place at their properties.

If catching a meteor shower is on your 2023 bucket list, you’re in luck. Late July welcomes the peak of the Delta Aquariid meteor shower, with an average of 10 to 20 meteors per hour.

You’ve probably heard of La Rioja, Spain’s most celebrated wine-making region, but what about Castile-León or the town of Miranda del Ebro? It may be worth committing these names to memory—especially if you love good food and wine.

Now that the legal right to wild camp in Dartmoor National Park has been lost, you can no longer sleep beneath the stars without landowner permission in England and Wales. But for those keen to sleep out in the wilderness, there are still a great deal of tucked-away campsites and glampsites that offer secluded pitches and the chance to go off-grid.

Canadian border officials have had their hands full with American gun owners lately, and now our neighbors to the north are launching a U.S.-geared “firearms awareness campaign” in response.

Whenever Disney unveils something new, it’s a big deal. Galaxy’s Edge, Disneyland’s new Star Wars-themed land, officially opened on Friday after more than three years of construction, and it’s literally the biggest thing that’s ever happened at the parks. At more than 14 acres, it’s their largest expansion yet.

Looking for some inspiration for a Valentine’s Day gift? Take an idea from your fellow Americans, who are searching for some sweet and hilarious gifts to give their loved ones this year.

A family of "Star Wars" fans experienced a magical moment at Disney World this month when they introduced their 7-month-old daughter to the character she was named after.

Right in time for (yet another) chaotic summer travel season, a brand new United lounge has arrived at New Jersey’s Newark Liberty International Airport.

Maldives resorts offer an extraordinary experience in one of the world’s most exclusive destinations. Known for its pristine white sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs, the Maldives is home to many luxurious resorts, private villas, overwater bungalows, beachfront accommodations, and other secluded hideaways. Expect impeccable service, world-class dining, and a wealth of leisure activities, including snorkeling, diving, and spa treatments ensuring a memorable and indulgent stay on the archipelago.

If you’re looking for a rugged outdoor experience in Morocco, that also gives you a dose of its traditional culture, it doesn’t get much better than Inara Camp. Located in the desert, this camp offers travelers a chance to experience the traditional Bedouin lifestyle while enjoying a variety of activities and amenities. Whether you’re interested in camping under the stars, camel trekking through the desert, or simply relaxing beside a campfire with friends and family, you can do it all here.

Train travel in the United States may not be as common or practical as in other parts of the world, but that does not mean it’s nonexistent — far from it. There are high-speed trains operating on the coast of Florida; there are Amtrak trains that will take you through some of the nation’s most beautiful national parks; there is a train in Colorado that runs at the bottom of a 1,200-foot-deep gorge and one that goes through California’s most celebrated wine region; and there are trains in Alaska that will take you for the ride of a lifetime through the most spectacular scenery — in glass-ceiling cars, no less!

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Why battle the crowds in Europe this summer when there are so many charming, even unexpected, destinations? Below are a few places to while away the summer, including a revamped motel on a beach in New York; Airstream suites under the stars in Utah; new addresses in Kentucky that pay homage to horse culture; and a ranch in Wyoming that’s introducing activities like cuddling with goats and learning about llamas. And if you’re longing for an international getaway, it’s low season in Argentina, where a boutique hotel has opened amid the vineyards and wineries of Mendoza. Whether you’re interested in raising a glass or in the raisingof llamas, a quiet getaway awaits.

Tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of Paris’ fashionable Le Marais neighborhood, Maison Proust has become one of the city’s most spectacular gems. Opened at the start of the year, the 23-key boutique hotel pays homage to one of France’s literary legends while simultaneously celebrating La Belle Époque. And once you pass through its discreet doors, it’ll feel as though you’ve been transported back to the late 19th century, in all of its brilliance and intimacy, but without any pomp and circumstance.