The Travel Experiences that Create the Most Happiness
You’ve probably heard by now the studies that show how experiences make us happier than things. We get a thrill when we purchase an item, but that thrill fades. After a while, the emotional boost we got from that shopping experience is gone. Hopefully we are left with a purchase that is at least useful and necessary in our lives. But all too often, unnecessary shopping just leads to the planet’s garbage problem.Experiences, on the other hand, provide an emotional high that never fades. In...
When you can choose which white-sand beach to go to based on your mood, you might be in the right place
When you can choose which white-sand beach to go to based on your mood, you might be in the right place. Superhost Dee’s tiny house between the bustling Pensacola Beach and the more secluded Navarre Beach is perfectly situated for long days of sandcastle building and seashell hunting. You can also take the included bikes out for a tour around the peninsula or explore by kayak from a nearby pier. Photo: @citrusdoor
The home stretch of your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 starts in serene Sunbury, Australia (#4)
The home stretch of your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 starts in serene Sunbury, Australia (#4). Next, you’ll take in the ancient monuments of Buriram, Thailand (#3) before wandering the city-sized architectural museum that is Bilbao, Spain (#2). Your final stop, multifaceted Milwaukee, Wisconsin (#1), is next year’s top trending destination for reasons both conventional and not. Click the link in our bio to explore all 20 destinations.
Your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 continues among the castles and villages of Luxembourg (#8)
Your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 continues among the castles and villages of Luxembourg (#8). Next, you’ll lounge woodside in between meals at the creative new restaurants of Eugene, Oregon (#7). Then you’ll spring back into action in the ancient/modern cultural hub of Xi’an, China (#6) before exploring Romania’s (#5) pristine forests and historic hamlets. Check back tomorrow for the final four trending destinations on our list.
The middle leg of your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 starts in Cape Canaveral, Florida (#12)
The middle leg of your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 starts in Cape Canaveral, Florida (#12). It’s the place to be next year whether you’re launching an expedition to Mars (which missed our list yet again) or to the beach. Then it’s on to Cali, Colombia (#11), where you’ll get a joyful workout dancing to salsa or climbing the colorful stairs. After blowing off some (volcanic) steam in Vanuatu (#10), you’ll be ready for the cathedrals and...
The French Alps village of Les Contamines-Montjoie (#16) is the next stop on your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020
The French Alps village of Les Contamines-Montjoie (#16) is the next stop on your tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020. From there, you’ll trade your snowboard for a surfboard in Ubatuba, Brazil (#15). After catching your breath in the woods of Courtenay, on Canada’s Vancouver Island (#14), you’ll lose it again along the rugged coastline of Aberdeen, Scotland (#13). Check back tomorrow for the next four trending destinations on our list.
Where will next year take you?
Where will next year take you? Your whirlwind tour of our 20 trending destinations for 2020 starts by whisking you from the stately waterfront of Maastricht, the Netherlands (#20) to the sandstone gorges of Malindi, Kenya (#19). Next, you’ll navigate the monsoon-fed rivers of Kerala, India (#18) on your way to the bright lights and Olympic thrills of Tokyo (#17). Check back tomorrow for the next four trending destinations on our list.
This A-frame an hour from Chicago feels a world away from the city
This A-frame an hour from Chicago feels a world away from the city. After a day of cross-country skiing at the state park next door, warm up by the stone fireplace. When you feel like a treat, ask your Superhost, Stephen, to point you toward his favorite local spots, like the Village Bakery, which features handmade kolaczki (buttery Polish cookies). Photo: @kmyfrks
You don’t have to be a skier to appreciate this modern chalet bordering Stelvio National Park, but you might have to act like one
You don’t have to be a skier to appreciate this modern chalet bordering Stelvio National Park, but you might have to act like one to get there. “It’s 3,012 meters above sea level, and the only way to reach it is by ski lift, so that’s an adventure in and of itself,” says host Julia. Once you're there, relax in their sleek tub or take in the panoramic views from the terrace. Tap the link in our bio to discover more...
Now you can cook classic Portuguese recipes in drag on @AirbnbExperiences
Now you can cook classic Portuguese recipes in drag on @AirbnbExperiences. Pedro, a.k.a. Teresa Al Dente, shares his love of food and performance in an unforgettable night. Start by getting into character with a full makeover. Then step into the kitchen to make flaming chorizo, stone soup, and other traditional dishes Pedro learned from his family. You’ll share dinner with a cast of professional drag queens, followed by dessert and lip syncing. Make the family recipe with Pedro, or explore more...