4 Tips for Pre- and Post-Cruise Extensions
Your next cruise vacation shouldn’t just start and stop at the ship’s gangway. Make the most of your holiday by extending your cruise before you board and even after you disembark.Here are some pre- and post-cruise extension moves for every smart cruise traveler. 1. Arrive at least one day earlyThat doesn’t even qualify as a pre-cruise extension. It’s just common sense.We recommend you arrive at minimum of a full day before your cruise is set to embark. Most cruises sail away in the late...
You know you’re in Oaxaca when your front yard is a mezcal museum
You know you’re in Oaxaca when your front yard is a mezcal museum. Speaking of local specialties, Superhost Carlos says there’s no better place for tlayudas—the classic flatbread street snack—than right in the neighborhood at Tlayudas Doña Flavia. When you’re ready to venture out, both the state capital and Mitla, the ancient Zapotec site, are a short drive away. Photo: @myhaus
This Valentine's Day, the home of Shakespeare's Juliet is available for one night only on Airbnb
This Valentine's Day, the home of Shakespeare's Juliet is available for one night only on Airbnb. Follow in the footsteps of the star-crossed lovers as you explore one of the world's most romantic cities. Enter to win by 11:59pm EST Feb 2, '20. Rules apply. Tap the link in our bio for details.
Not that you need to justify spending half of your stay in this tub, but if it makes you feel better, you can wear yourself out f
Not that you need to justify spending half of your stay in this tub, but if it makes you feel better, you can wear yourself out first with a vigorous hike from the nearby Idyllwild Nature Center. Just be sure to beat your friends back to Superhost Anthony’s lovingly restored 1962 chalet. Photo: @idyllhaus
Superhost Quinn’s Catskills cottage sits on 12 serene acres lined by old stone walls
Superhost Quinn’s Catskills cottage sits on 12 serene acres lined by old stone walls. After a day of wandering local trails or skiing Plattekill Mountain, head to Peekamoose, a cozy spot featuring ingredients from nearby farms and—if you’re there on the right night—warm brioche doughnuts for dessert. Photo: @mountainthymecottage
Eiwa’s dome cabin on the edge of town makes it easy to explore the region’s beauty, both natural and human-made
Eiwa’s dome cabin on the edge of town makes it easy to explore the region’s beauty, both natural and human-made. Hike among the sculptures of El Bosque Tallado (the Carved Forest) or cool off in the turquoise waters of Río Azul. On your way home, stop for dessert in the lush garden of Café Paseo de las Flores. Photo: @eiwadomos
Stay inside a replica Conestoga settler’s wagon within easy reach of Hill Country vineyards and state parks
Stay inside a replica Conestoga settler’s wagon within easy reach of Hill Country vineyards and state parks. You can’t drive it, even if you bring your own horses, but you can walk to The Club, right on the property, for an eclectic meal and live local music. Photo: @kristen_cook
The A in this A-frame is for Anabela, a Superhost who loves giving guests a taste of country living only 12 miles from Durham
The A in this A-frame is for Anabela, a Superhost who loves giving guests a taste of country living only 12 miles from Durham. Wander the woods on the property or head into town for a farm-to-table meal at Piedmont and an equally fresh concert at the Carolina Theatre. Photo: @leeannchisolmmorrissette
At Eduardo’s loft overlooking Playa de Quintay, the toughest decision you’ll face is whether to spend the day above the waves or
At Eduardo’s loft overlooking Playa de Quintay, the toughest decision you’ll face is whether to spend the day above the waves or far beneath them, scuba diving among wrecked whaling ships. Either way, be sure to head to the pier afterward for fresh fish to grill on your deck while the whole coast turns pink. @rafael_medeiros
If you don’t associate volcanoes with tranquility, you probably haven’t stayed here
If you don’t associate volcanoes with tranquility, you probably haven’t stayed here. Superhost Morgan’s villa gives you 180-degree views of Lake Atitlán and its majestic guardians. After a day of exploring the lake or nearby villages, visit one of your closest neighbors, Anzan, for an eclectic, locally sourced meal. Photo: @megaann.p