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Sometimes the best food is in a place you least expect it – perhaps one you pass by every week or on long trips. We’re talking about gas stations, but not for their bags of pork rinds or sugary drinks. Believe it or not, the food found in gas stations informs travelers about the cultural

Photo courtesy of iStock / Lilechka75 Warm up with hot chocolate There’s no sweeter way to warm up this winter than with one of these rich hot chocolate delights.  Here are 10 places around the United States where you can enjoy some of the best cocoa you’ll ever have. Photo courtesy of L.A. Burdick L.A.

The Maven Escape to a place with numerous choices for a getaway. Relax and rejuvenate, have a romantic retreat, live it up and rock all night, feast on epicurean delights, check out the best of Denver, or do it all at The Maven at Dairy Block. Guests looking for luxurious privacy, or groups, can even reserve an

The 13th annual Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival takes place December 12-15 — Photo courtesy of Capehart Photography Escaping to Florida in winter in search of blue skies and balmy weather is a time-honored tradition. Throw in food from celeb chefs and award-winners like Daniel Boulud, Elizabeth Falkner, Marc Murphy, Sarah Grueneberg, and Adam

The modern traveler – influenced by the rise of boutique hotels – knows nothing quite fashions a hotel like its decor, craving the unique, personal, ‘cool’ and trendy. And nothing embraces ‘trendy’ more than art. In 2006, the 21c Museum Hotels brand launched, revolutionizing the hotel-museum hybrid with eight hotels showcasing contemporary artworks at both

Puntacana Resort & Club An understated island paradise, Punta Cana is nestled in the Eastern Dominican Republic in the Caribbean. What awaits you is white sand beaches, calm turquoise seas, farm to table cuisine and some of the friendliest people in the Caribbean. Punta Cana is the perfect escape for family travel, girlfriend getaways or a

Dec. 7th, 2019 While the French Riviera is known for its glitz and glamour, Palm Beach, Florida continues to represent American sophistication with its understated elegance, exclusivity, notable residents and old money. Along with Lilly Pulitzer and Mar-a-Lago, The Breakers Palm Beach is an iconic institution that has stood the test of time. Visitors to

In a world of instant gratification, three days to make a french fry may seem unfathomable, but to chef Avishar Barua of Service Bar in Columbus, Ohio, it’s simply a labor of love. That’s because at Service Bar, the fries aren’t just an accoutrement of the burger. They’re a customer favorite due to an intricate

JW Marriott Marquis My boat drifted down the Huangpu River at night. A crisp breeze swirled around me as I gazed upon the dazzling skyline that spanned both sides of the river. Impressive skyscrapers were lit up and sparkling as far as the eye could see, illuminating the night sky.  Shanghai’s massive skyline is known

It could not be a more exciting time for adventure travelers considering a cruise as literally dozens of brand new expedition ships are scheduled to launch over the next few years. Remote destinations have always been there, but previously, only aging fleets could take you to them. That’s about to change as everything from the

Devon Island, located in northern Nunavut, is the largest uninhabited island on Earth — Photo courtesy of Jared Ranahan In the year 1845, the two English ships HMS Erebus and HMS Terror set sail from Greenland, eager to forge through the northernmost reaches of the Americas, traversing a route that had eluded explorers for years:

Photo courtesy of iStock / abriendomundo We can’t stop thinking about these places! Travel has the ability to change us. With every new destination comes a new perspective through which to see the world – and new experiences that we’ll carry with us for a lifetime. As 2019 comes to a close and we embark

As 2019 draws to a close, 10Best is taking a look back at all the new hotels, restaurants and attractions that welcomed guests for the first time this past year. We want to crown the best debuts and we need your help to do so. Vote for your favorite new openings once per day, per

Making the season merry and bright seems nearly effortless in the Pacific Northwest, thanks to the natural beauty awaiting in the great outdoors, as well as cozy lodges built specifically for this time of year. We’ve gathered ways to celebrate in style with family and friends, as well as more mellow ideas on how to

Photos Courtesy of The St Regis, Singapore Over 100 years ago, a New York aristocrat, John Jacob Astor IV, set out to create a haute hotel where visiting high society could receive the same level of fine living that they experienced in their estates back home. The first St. Regis opened in Manhattan in 1904

Treat yourself with a getaway this holiday season — Photo courtesy of Emirates As we head into the stresses of the holiday season, why not book yourself an affordable and relaxing 2020 getaway to a bucket list-worthy international destination? Emirates, one of the world’s top-ranked airlines, is offering round-trip fares for as little as $429

Photo courtesy of iStock / fortyforks Cheers, salute, l’chaim! Whether you fancy peppermint syrup with your Baileys Chocolat Luxe, spiced apple cider or cinnamon added to your Patron Silver tequila, this list has something for you. If your holiday travels include a stop to one of these cities, you’ll want to add these bars and

Photo courtesy of iStock / AzmanJaka The perfect gear for explorers Wherever your adventures take you, whether into the national parks of North America or remote villages on the far side of the globe, good gear can make or break a trip. To curate a gift guide for adventurers, 10Best’s team of travel experts hand-picked

Treat yourself with a getaway this holiday season — Photo courtesy of Emirates This Black Friday weekend, ditch the chaos of shopping crowds and book yourself an affordable 2020 getaway to a bucket list-worthy international destination. Emirates, one of the world’s top-ranked airlines, is offering round-trip fares for as little as $449 per person. That’s

Headlines may proclaim Detroit’s sizzling culinary scene, but its neighbor, Ann Arbor, set 40 miles to the west, has its own share of Motor City’s gastronomy. As in Detroit, the auto industry draws employees from far-flung locales; they bring with them their own culinary traditions and a taste for international cuisine. Tree Town is also