Jill Schildhouse

47 essential steps for planning a successful soiree

These cruise lines appeal to older travelers with adults-only sailings, accessible staterooms and more.

Beautiful braisers, Dutch ovens and mystery boxes at the Le Creuset Factory to Table Sale aside, the community this brand has created is second to none.

Summer may seem like the ideal season for a quick trip, but a fall getaway can truly be special.

The French enamel cookware company Le Creuset only made 300 of its constellation braisers, and Lia Imhoff has one – No 25, to be precise. It’s a rare and coveted pot from the beloved company, which released a cosmos-themed line in 2019. The lid of the heavy blue-black pot gleams with stars and was a birthday gift from her husband, a Nasa scientist. Despite being almost irreplaceable, the braiser gets a workout in her kitchen, especially on patriotic holidays.

“One if by land, two if by sea” from the poem “Paul Revere’s Ride” somehow accurately portrays the transportation modes used on my three visits to Alaska over the last four years.

Recently, I went on my first solo cruise. I enjoyed it and learned a few things.

Travelers looking for the most bang for their vacation buck should zero in on these affordable cruise lines—then question why they'd ever book a trip on land again!

All the clothing, shoes, and accessories you’ll need before you set sail.

Incredible honeymoons don’t always require a passport and a flight to an exotic locale. In fact, given Arizona’s exceptionally diverse geography including the cactus-filled Sonoran Desert, Sedona’s iconic red rocks, the seemingly neverending Grand Canyon, snow-capped mountains, and 125-plus lakes—many newlyweds might be surprised to learn that they can find the romantic adventures or complete serenity they’re seeking all within State 48.

State 48 is truly a year-round destination for sun and fun, but there's definitely a best time to visit Arizona, depending on where you plan to travel

Move over, pricey salon manicures—meet Sally Hansen Miracle Gel! Salty oceans, housework and nonstop typing don't even phase this two-step, UV-light-free polish that comes in every shade under the sun.

Spoiler: The best time to visit Grand Canyon National Park isn't at the peak of summer

Is there one area of your house that could use a pop of color, but a lamp, wall sconce or recessed fixture just won’t cut it? For us, that space is our fireplace.