Wuhan in pictures: life before coronavirus

Don't joke about airline pilots and alcohol.

There’s no shortage of restaurants, bars, and wellness destinations in the Hamptons, but every year there are some new locations shaking things up out east. From a re-imagined waterside hotel to an all out dinner to dance party spot, here are five new places to try.

After taking annual vacations to Europe for over a decade, I followed my dream and moved abroad right after my 32nd birthday. I initially did a six-month stay in Bordeaux, France, before heading to Barcelona, Spain, in early 2020.

National Dog Day is coming August 26 (my birthday, by the way). Which brings to mind that many pet owners are faced with a dilemma when traveling: either find accommodations allowing pets, or leave them behind.

For a little over two months, Emma Di Palma was planning a 10-day trip to Portugal with her live-in boyfriend. They would explore the southern part of the city and end their vacation in Lisbon.

Last week, I wrote about my upcoming round-the-world trip, which I had been planning for several months (here’s the story). My friends and family were concerned about me going to Asia amid the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak. Of course, I had some concerns, too. After asking for answers to the question “Should I cancel my trip to Asia?” on both my website and my Facebook page, I was shocked by how many people said that I should cancel. Some of the comments were coming from big-time travelers, including executives of Asian airlines.

The current coronavirus outbreak in China highlights a longstanding problem in travel: What to do when a contagious disease breaks out in an area you’d like to visit. A significant amount of travelers are concerned; a January poll by Airfarewatchdog (SmarterTravel’s sister site) found that 50 percent of travelers said the virus becoming more widespread would impact their travel plans, and the virus has spread around globe. But how do you know if you should actually cancel or adjust a trip based on a viral outbreak abroad?

The Maldives is known for luxury, but the Muraka Suite at the Conrad Hotel takes it to another, even more impressive level. The luxury underwater hotel suite is located 16 feet below sea level and features a unique design that allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the surrounding marine life. This suite is perfect for those who want to experience the Maldives from a whole new perspective.

Every journey starts with one small step, to paraphrase Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu. But some journeys contain more steps than others.

Professional photographer Matt Garceau shares his experience of photographing Cartagena, Colombia .

Travel writer and photographer Nellie Huang shares her best pictures of vast and beautiful Mongolia.

Ros Walford recounts her time studying Spanish in Sucre, one of Bolivia’s most relaxed towns.