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The flight, operated by Loganair, is recognized as the shortest scheduled flight in the world by the Guinness World Records, which explained that, including taxiing, the flight takes two minutes, and the total distance flown is "less than either of the runways at Heathrow Airport, London, U.K.." And while the airline's famed captain, Stuart Linklater, announced his retirement from the route in 2013, he still holds the record for fastest flight flown on the route at a mere 53 seconds.

As someone who vets Amazon deals for a living, I've learned two universal truths: there is always a hidden gem buried in the chaos of holiday shopping, and nothing motivates quite like realizing Christmas is basically tomorrow. Luckily, Amazon's first-ever Super Saturday sale is here to save procrastinators everywhere. It's a one-day-only event packed with genuinely good last-minute gifts - many of which can still arrive in time for Christmas, depending on your location.

One where you can look forward to an evening spent around a dining table with friends, unwinding in front of a roaring fire, or gazing out over snow-capped peaks from a balcony hot tub. Over the past two decades, what was once rare in alpine lodges - heated pools, in-chalet spas, ski-in,-ski-out access - has become standard. Now, it takes something unusual, inventive, or memorable to capture the attention of the mountain crowds.

I've spent years filling up my passport with stamps from all around the world, from Australia to Latin America to Asia. I was even the first in my family to travel internationally - the only vacations we'd been on were road trips in our home country, Germany. By the end of 2021, I'd travelled full-time for seven and a half years, visited more than 40 countries, and lived in several of them.

As a family of five who travels a lot, I'm always looking for the best deal because air travel can get expensive very quickly. When we planned a recent trip from Portland, Maine, to Pittsburgh over the holiday break, low-cost flights from Breeze Airways caught my eye. They were also the only direct routes available, yet I was hesitant to book with the low-budget airline after reading negative online reviews that mentioned frustrations about delayed flights and hidden fees.

When Amtrak started running the Mardi Gras Service started running between New Orleans and Mobile in August, it restored passenger rail to the Gulf Coast for the first time since Hurricane Katrina. To make that happen, though, required a decade-long effort - and the creation of a new national rail program that has had ripple effects acrossAmerica.

The Scottish capital is just as much about its craft and its soul as it is about its lodgings. To many, it's the perfect city: full of history, beautiful architecture, great food, friendly locals, and easily walkable. It's worth a few nights, whether as part of a wider Scotland trip (next stop, the Highlands or the Cairngorms) or a weekend city break.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

Oslo is also one of Europe's greenest capitals, with over two-thirds of it comprising forests, lakes or parks. The nature here, though not as dramatic as the otherworldly landscapes of Norway's north, is still incredibly scenic with pretty islands dotted around the glassy Oslofjord and moss-strewn, fairytale forests. It feels like a city where you can live well, unburdened by tourists and distinctly cosmopolitan, though still very much in line with the Norwegian philosophy of friluftsliv or 'open-air living'

Passengers were delayed by two days after a snowstorm and an issue with their plane earlier this week. Singapore Airlines Flight 21 was scheduled to take off from Newark last Sunday at 9:35 a.m. The journey to Singapore is the second-longest flight in the world, narrowly shorter than the airline's route from JFK Airport. However, airports in and around New York City faced huge disruption due to a snowstorm. Runways had to be temporarily closed for de-icing.

Naples is nothing if not a sensory overload. Scooters zip through the streets, vendors loudly hawk their wares at outdoor markets, street musicians play old songs, the smell of pizza and all kinds of fried delicacies wafts in the air, and laundry hanging off of balconies flutters in the wind. The grand piazzas, elegant cafes, monumental palaces, and incredible art contrast with graffiti-covered back alleys and grit.

Europe does not reward vague plans. In December 2025, most Americans still smash into the same wall: the Schengen short-stay limit, which is usually 90 days in any 180-day period. You can be charming, solvent, and well-intentioned, and the math still wins. So this is the grown-up version of the conversation. Not "visa hacks." Not "border runs." Not a romantic fantasy where you just keep moving until the rules get tired.

Hugging Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast, Limón province is rich with natural wonders, from its white-sand beaches to its multiple wildlife refuges and volcanic landscapes. The region's invigorating multiculturalism also lures visitors with calypso music, island cuisine, and its history as a port of entry to the Caribbean.

The team here at Condé Nast Traveler has the privilege of traveling to some of the most faraway, unusual, and esoteric destinations around the world for work-all while checking into beautiful hotels that become so beloved they immediately feel like old friends. (See: CNT's Gold List 2026, hot off the digital press.) For example, have you ever seen the prehistoric rock islets of Palau? Or gazed upon the dark skies hanging above Aotea? (That's in New Zealand.)

Switzerland is a country where natural beauty and efficient, comfortable train travel go hand in hand. Nowhere is this more apparent than on the Glacier Express, a traveler-favorite train that chugs along over 180 miles between Zermatt and St. Moritz. It may be deemed the "slowest express train in the world," but don't let that deter you-the route gives way to some of the most jaw-dropping scenery in Europe, especially in the winter.

"We want OAK to become a meaningful experience for all of our visitors, not just a curbside drive-by experience," Kristi McKenney, Port of Oakland executive director, said in a statement. "The OAK Guest Pass allows families to spend more precious time with their loved ones as they see them off on their next adventure or welcome them home from one." Guest passes must be reviewed and approved by the Transportation Security Administration to receive a visitor security clearance.

Lloret has a reputation as a loud, chaotic summer party town. So not exactly the peaceful, inspirational place most digital nomads dream about. But visiting outside high season, which is when the retreats are organized, is an entirely different story. The beaches empty out, the town slows down, and the mix of locals, long-term residents, and off-season explorers creates a surprisingly warm atmosphere.

"That is something that is talked about a lot, because I will often just carry on, and some of the women will say, 'How did you do that?' I remember once years ago, [former castmate] Lisa Vanderpump was like, 'You don't get any brownie points for that.' Well, that's true, but I don't know. I'm always worried if my bag gets lost that I won't have my things, so whenever I can, I try," she told Travel + Leisure earlier this month.

We are thrilled to launch this program now to [complement] the many new concessions available to guests that have recently launched under our refreshed Food and Beverage Program and Retail Program,

When legendary mountain men, trappers, and explorers scrambled over Bend's forests, peaks, and rivers in the early 1800s, there were moments, amid the plying of beaver pelts, the mapping, surveying, and general Manifest Destiny-type tromping, when they were simply knocked out by the snow-dusted volcanic peaks, endless stretches of ponderosa pine, and the sagebrush-scented serenity of the high desert. After camping along Tumalo Creek in what is now Bend's beloved Shevlin Park in December 1843, famed US expedition leader John C. Frémont journaled,

I didn't expect a three-day trip to northeastern Italy to result in a full-blown infatuation with sauna culture, pine trees, and one of the oldest towns in the South Tyrol region. For that, I credit Forestis, a mountainside spa hotel that sits nearly 6,000 feet above sea level-directly facing the craggy peaks of the Dolomites-just a short, albeit winding, drive from Brixen.

I fly home for the holidays every single year, which means I've become painfully familiar with all the classic carry-on mistakes travelers tend to make - mostly because I've made every one of them myself. From overstuffing my bag until the zipper begs for mercy to forgetting essential travel accessories that would've saved me from airport mishaps, I've learned exactly what works and what absolutely doesn't.

I recently spent two nights at the Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón in Florida. It was my first time staying in a Ritz-Carlton hotel, and a few things surprised me about the chain. I wasn't expecting to have access to two locations. I was also surprised by some of the amenities. I didn't anticipate developing an appreciation for golf. I didn't think I'd find myself in a lazy river. And I definitely didn't expect to have access to two resorts.

From the glitzy slopes of St. Moritz to Chamonix's dramatic views of Mont Blanc, Europe has no shortage of experiences on the top of every self-respecting skiers' to-ski list. But while these legendary resorts command the spotlight, there are plenty of off-the-radar options offering uncrowded slopes, cross-border lift tickets, and charming après scenes to those willing to take the less-trodden path.

Its tiny size may indicate a destination which can be rapidly explored in just one day, but slowing down to the local pace will reveal far more to see and do than one quick glance: diving the many shipwrecks scattered across the reefs, hiking through the forests of Walsingham Nature Park on your way to discover the Crystal Caves, or exploring local art galleries will all fill a day nicely.

Destination Kohler-tucked in the charming village of Kohler, Wisconsin-may be synonymous with championship golf, but each winter, the resort proves it has just as much draw long after the greens are covered in snow. From Dec. 4 through March 1, Blackwolf Run, one of the resort's championship golf courses, undergoes a complete seasonal makeover for Frozen Fairways, transforming the landscape into one of the Midwest's most ambitious cold-weather playgrounds.

The ornate fireplace is just the icing on the cake for this historic studio apartment that comes flush with vintage accents and an overhead fan to help you beat the swampy humidity in NOLA. The small size is ideal for a couples' getaway or solo trip. And with such a central location on St. Charles Avenue, all of its restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops will be right at your fingertips.