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Introducing Travel + Leisure Co.

Dear Owners,

On Feb. 17, 2021, our parent company was renamed Travel + Leisure Co. and made its debut as the world's leading membership and leisure travel company, with a portfolio of nearly 20 resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. A link to a press release with more details is available  here .

As we shared in January when we announced the acquisition of the iconic Travel + Leisure brand, Travel + Leisure Co. will be supported by three branded business lines. Wyndham Destinations has become the umbrella brand for our vacation ownership clubs business line.

This transition to Travel + Leisure Co. as the parent company over Wyndham Destinations will not directly affect WorldMark by Wyndham or its products or club offerings. You will continue to enjoy your beautiful timeshare properties and exceptional benefits. This news does not impact any current contracts, and we do not anticipate any changes to our services. You may continue to leverage the award-winning Wyndham Rewards program, just as you always have.

We are excited about our future, and are proud to be a part of a thriving travel business that is committed to ongoing innovation, growth, and strategies that benefit our customers and stakeholders. As always, thank you for your continued loyalty and support. We look forward to helping you fulfill your vacation dreams.

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Dear Owners,

On Feb. 17, 2021, our parent company was renamed Travel + Leisure Co. and made its debut as the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, with a portfolio of nearly 20 resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. A link to a press release with more details is available here .

As we shared in January when we announced the acquisition of the iconic Travel + Leisure brand, Travel + Leisure Co. will be supported by three branded business lines. Wyndham Destinations has become the umbrella brand for our vacation ownership clubs business line.

This transition to Travel + Leisure Co. as the parent company over Wyndham Destinations will not directly affect Club Wyndham or its products or club offerings. You will continue to enjoy your beautiful timeshare properties and exceptional benefits. This news does not impact any current contracts, and we do not anticipate any changes to our services. You may continue to leverage the award-winning Wyndham Rewards program, just as you always have.

We are excited about our future, and are proud to be a part of a thriving travel business that is committed to ongoing innovation, growth, and strategies that benefit our customers and stakeholders. As always, thank you for your continued loyalty and support. We look forward to helping you fulfill your vacation dreams.

Geoff Richards Chief Operating Officer, Wyndham Destinations

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Sports Illustrated Resorts and Travel + Leisure Co. Launch the Ultimate Sports-Themed and Active Lifestyle Resort Network in Leading U.S. College Towns and Leisure Destinations

Travel + Leisure Co. and Sports Hospitality Ventures, LLC Plan Resort Campuses with Hotel, Residential, and Vacation Club Offerings  

• Travel + Leisure Co. acquired the rights to the vacation ownership business of Sports Hospitality Ventures, LLC
• The most celebrated name in sports to deliver a tailored, sports-centric environment, with immersive experiences, exciting entertainment and cuisine, and unique accommodations, integrating nearly 70 years of legendary content from Sports Illustrated
• Tuscaloosa, Ala., home to the University of Alabama, chosen as the first location for Sports Illustrated’s line of college town resorts with plans to open in late 2025

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, and Sports Hospitality Ventures, LLC, hotel and resorts licensee for the Sports Illustrated brand across North America and the Caribbean, introduced a new concept for a network of future sports-themed resort and lifestyle complexes located in popular college towns near universities with devoted fan bases.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230920473331/en/

Every Sports Illustrated Resorts campus is expected to feature a full-service hotel, a vacation club, and residential condominiums – all of which will share a unique, cohesive design that immerses guests and owners in iconic moments from nearly 70 years of Sports Illustrated content. (Photo: Business Wire)

Every Sports Illustrated Resorts campus is expected to feature a full-service hotel, a vacation club, and residential condominiums – all of which will share a unique, cohesive design that immerses guests and owners in iconic moments from nearly 70 years of Sports Illustrated content. All resort campuses will also include a host of branded, one-of-a-kind attractions from live action sports and entertainment to quality dining, wellness, and relaxation. In addition to the planned university locations, the broader portfolio of properties is expected to include chic beach clubs and experience parks located in leading leisure destinations.

“Sports Illustrated Resorts are about hospitality, lifestyle, leisure and entertainment where we celebrate not only the legacy of Sports Illustrated , but the path it is on now, by immersing our guests in sports culture and providing the best entertainment, cuisine, fitness, health and wellness to our guests,” said Christopher Schroeder, CEO of Sports Hospitality Ventures, LLC. “People are seeking differentiated experiences that allow them to be more active and participatory, and Sports Illustrated Resorts are delivering the ultimate experiences for guests through the hospitality destinations we are creating.”

Sports Illustrated Resorts

Sports Illustrated Resorts is developing a vibrant, exciting, and interactive experience that celebrates the legacy of 70 years of Sports Illustrated through several different product types to meet a vast array of market interests. From its larger format resorts complete with interactive experience parks, to college town resorts, to chic, boutique beach clubs, Sports Illustrated Resorts is focused on opening properties in major leisure destinations, high traffic urban centers, university towns, and sports and entertainment districts.

The first Sports Illustrated Resorts property opened in 2022 in Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. Cap Cana is located in one of the largest and most exclusive resort developments in the Western Hemisphere, offering an array of activities and area amenities, including golf, sportfishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, horseback riding, water sports, ziplining, biking, hiking and more.

The first major Sports Illustrated Resorts college town destination will be in Tuscaloosa, the home of the University of Alabama. This property will capture the essence of sports and active lifestyle, complete with a full-service hotel, vacation ownership club, signature SI Fit Health/Wellness Center, world-class dining, entertainment and more.

Sports Illustrated Resorts vacation club

A brand-new product, the vacation club will bring loyal fans and their friends and families together by elevating their accommodation experience even further. For the cost of an initial membership, Sports Illustrated vacation club members will receive flexible points-based currency to make repeat resort reservations and utilize offerings from across the growing Sports Illustrated Resorts portfolio.

Travel + Leisure Co. is leveraging its expertise in managing multiple brand partnerships for the development, distribution, and management for the new Sports Illustrated vacation club product.

“We’re excited to be working with the Sports Hospitality Ventures team to create a custom club experience for passionate sports fans,” said Geoff Richards, chief operating officer of vacation ownership at Travel + Leisure Co. “Our vision for this entirely new vacation club is to provide members a unique opportunity to totally immerse themselves in gameday life with a piece of their favorite college town, plus flexibility to travel away with their team and beyond.”

Through the assistance of Wolfson Partners LLC, and in partnership with Sports Hospitality Ventures and Authentic Brands Group, a brand development, marketing and entertainment company and owner of the Sports Illustrated brand, Travel + Leisure Co. acquired the rights to the vacation ownership business for Sports Illustrated and will develop and operate the sales and marketing of the new Sports Illustrated vacation club, as well as certain Sports Illustrated residential condominiums.

Sports Illustrated residences

Sports Illustrated residences will be fractional and wholly owned condominiums professionally managed through a partnership between Travel + Leisure Co. and Sports Hospitality Ventures, to deliver the signature services and amenities offered by Sports Illustrated Resorts to owners designed to support an active lifestyle.

First resort planned at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa

The companies also announced that the first location for the line of planned college town resorts in the Sports Illustrated Resorts network will be in Tuscaloosa, Ala., situated across the Black Warrior River from the University of Alabama.

As an institution steeped in rich sports history and tradition, the University of Alabama has been featured on the Sports Illustrated cover more than any other university. This year, Tuscaloosa was named by Travel + Leisure as one of the 25 best college towns in the U.S.

Leveraging strong partnerships as the resort network grows

Sports Hospitality Ventures, under license from Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), launched Sports Illustrated Resorts in 2022 to create new premium, lifestyle resort and entertainment destinations.

Kituwah LLC, the business entity of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, a federally recognized tribe, bring a wealth of hospitality, development, and market knowledge as partners of Sports Hospitality Ventures, in addition to a capital commitment of $320 million to expand the Sports Illustrated Resorts brand.

“The Cherokee cultural values have been at the core of our mission at Kituwah LLC since the beginning of this exciting partnership,” said Mark Hubble, CEO of Kituwah LLC. “We look forward to sharing the concepts that have existed in harmony for millennia to the world through the support of the experienced partners we have assembled in this endeavor.”

As the companies begin work on the planned Tuscaloosa resort campus, additional college town destinations are expected to be announced in the future.

“This project is a tangible demonstration of our multi-brand strategy to grow our business with new exciting partnerships,” said Michael D. Brown, president and CEO of Travel + Leisure Co. “As the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, we are uniquely positioned to be able to partner with brands and hospitality companies to develop customized vacation club products for their customers.”

The new resorts are anticipated to be developed using an asset-light development financing model. It is expected that the Tuscaloosa resort will open in late 2025. There is no immediate earnings impact for Travel + Leisure Co., but the company expects this business to drive incremental growth starting in the second half of 2025.

To learn more about the Sports Illustrated Resorts portfolio, visit https://travelandleisureco.com/si .

About Sports Hospitality Ventures

Sports Hospitality Ventures is a partnership including Experiential Ventures Hospitality, Authentic Brands Group, and Kituwah, LLC, and is focused on expanding the Sports Illustrated Resorts brand through sublicensing, rebranding, joint ventures and development. Presently, Sports Hospitality Ventures has multiple projects throughout the United States and the Caribbean.

About Travel + Leisure Co.

As the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) transformed the way families vacation with the introduction of the most dynamic points-based vacation ownership program at Club Wyndham , and the first vacation exchange network, RCI . The company delivers more than six million vacations each year at 245+ timeshare resorts worldwide, through tailored travel and membership products, and via Travel + Leisure GO - the signature subscription travel club inspired by the pages of Travel + Leisure magazine. With hospitality and responsible tourism at the heart of all we do, our 19,500+ dedicated associates bring out the best in people and places around the globe. We put the world on vacation. Learn more at travelandleisureco.com .

About Sports Illustrated

Sports Illustrated (SI) is an unparalleled and influential leader recognized for shaping modern culture and uniting athletes, teams and fans worldwide. At the intersection of sports, lifestyle and entertainment, Sports Illustrated is a 360-degree enterprise that delivers immersive content, innovative digital experiences, unforgettable events, and original products. Its award-winning media arm brings powerful storytelling to life through probing profiles and up-to-date news on SI.com, across social media platforms and through the monthly print magazine. The most trusted name in sports transcends media through SI Tickets, a fan-first ticketing platform, SI Sportsbook , a digital sports betting platform, SI Studios, the brand’s home for film, TV, and long form audio adaptations of SI’s thought-provoking storytelling, and more. SI brings its unique and authentic perspective to marquee events and captivating brand activations including The Sportsperson of the Year Awards, “The Party”, SI Swimsuit Launch Weekend and the SI Circuit Series.

For more information, visit SI.com .

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This press release includes “forward-looking statements” as that term is defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Forward-looking statements are any statements other than statements of historical fact, including statements regarding our expectations, beliefs, hopes, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “will,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “potential,” “future,” or other words of similar meaning. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results of Travel + Leisure Co. and its subsidiaries (“Travel + Leisure Co.” or “we”) to differ materially from those discussed in, or implied by, the forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, risks associated with: the future prospects and plans for Travel + Leisure Co., including our ability to execute our strategy to successfully identify, develop and finance locations for Sports Illustrated Resorts vacation club and residences on reasonable terms, at a reasonable cost and on the timeline we expect, as well as successfully market and sell the new products to consumers; our ability to compete in the highly competitive timeshare and leisure travel industries, including through Sports Illustrated Resorts vacation club; the health of the travel industry and declines or disruptions caused by adverse economic conditions (including inflation, higher interest rates, and recessionary pressures), terrorism or acts of gun violence, political strife, war (including hostilities in Ukraine), pandemics, and severe weather events and other natural disasters; adverse changes in consumer travel and vacation patterns, consumer preferences and demand for our products; increased or unanticipated operating costs and other inherent business risks; our ability to comply with financial and restrictive covenants under our indebtedness; our ability to access capital and insurance markets on reasonable terms, at a reasonable cost or at all; maintaining the integrity of internal or customer data and protecting our systems from cyber-attacks; uncertainty with respect to potential resurgences of the novel coronavirus global pandemic (“COVID-19”); and those other factors disclosed as risks under “Risk Factors” in documents we have filed with the SEC, including in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, filed with the SEC on February 22, 2023. We caution readers that any such statements are based on currently available operational, financial and competitive information, and they should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect management’s opinion only as of the date on which they were made. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to review or update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances as they occur.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230920473331/en/

Media - Travel + Leisure Co. Steven Goldsmith 407-626-5882 [email protected]

Sports Hospitality Ventures Jeff Cohen [email protected]

Investors - Travel + Leisure Co. Christopher Agnew 407-626-4050 [email protected]

Kituwah Global Marketing & Brand Management Christopher McCoy, President [email protected]

Source: Travel + Leisure Co.

Released September 20, 2023

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So, Where Do You Stay in Paris?

Our very discerning friends defend their choices.

The Peninsula

“Anywhere in the world where there’s a Peninsula, I’m there, because it reminds me of my childhood in Asia. I can be assured that the room will be exquisitely appointed, with the Peninsula-only bells and whistles, and the breakfast buffet will be incredible.” — Kevin Kwan , author

Hôtel Plaza Athénée

“Maybe it’s because a beau took me there in my twenties and told them it was our honeymoon and all was over-the-top indulgence, but even after marrying my Paul, I still have the same delicious feelings.” — Bridget Gless Keller , philanthropist

La Réserve Paris

“It’s the perfect combination of luxe and intime . I sent Nancy Meyers and she loved it—and I’m very careful about hotel recommendations to Nancy.” — David Netto , interior designer

“As a little girl I would stay there with my grandmother and be in awe of the beauty. I always look forward to the luxurious bedrooms and monogrammed sheets. There is nothing better than a hotel that makes you feel at home.” — Aerin Lauder , founder of AERIN

"A great palace hotel performs like a ballet, dancing the fine line between the elegant and the egregious, the glamorous and the gauche, properly Paris and not a pastiche." — David Prior

Le Pavillon de la Reine

“Quiet, regal, and hiding in plain sight, like a mini–Garden of Eden. We were introduced to it by Karl Lagerfeld, who told us he once lived across the Vosges in a dingy but splendid attic room, and from his tiny balcony he could peer into the Pavillon’s attic rooms.” — Ruben Toledo , artist

Hotel Récamier

Hôtel Récamier , 3 bis Place Saint-Sulpice

“Named for Juliette Récamier, one of the leaders of the French Fashion Revolution, this small and exquisite hotel is tucked into a corner of the elegant Place Saint Sulpice. It's near the rue Bonaparte, married name of Juliette's companion-in-style Joséphine, as well as some of the best Paris shopping, and the delicious Poîlane bakery.” — Anne Higonnet , art historian

“Balcony views of the Tuileries. The martini at Bar 228. The breakfast, always the breakfast. It’s one of the reasons I can’t quit Le Meurice—just like Salvador Dalí, a Presidential Suite fixture for three decades.” — Erik Maza , T&C executive style director

Shangri-La Paris

“Because of that view of the Eiffel Tower sparkling at dusk!” — Dania Lucero Ortiz , T&C fashion & accessories director

Hotel Montalembert

Hotel Montalembert , 3 Rue de Montalembert

"It's glamorous but not pompous, established yet never old, and abidingly elegant without in-your-face majesty. In everything it suggests true magnificence, the understated kind. Its restaurant is superb, its rooms offer wonderful views of all Paris, and a few steps away is the Boulevard Saint-Germain, and two blocks down the Seine. You're on the Left Bank but in another world." — André Aciman , author

Le Bristol Paris

“It just gets it right: old-school impeccable service with 21st-century modern luxury. To do it so effortlessly is actually very difficult.” — Martina Mondadori , founder of Cabana

Lutetia Paris

“The Lutetia, where I've often stayed is a beautiful hotel with a fantastic location, amazing gym and spa, and a great bar, Bar Josephine, that’s buzzy and not pretentious. I would almost stay here for the gym alone. Even when I'm living in my apartment, I come to the gym here.” — Darren Star , creator of Emily in Paris

Le Royal Monceau — Raffles Paris

“I love the playfulness of its decor and the clearly Parisian clientele in its restaurants (key to any city hotel). And its location makes me swoon: the Arc de Triomphe closing it off at one end, and Parc Monceau on the other, redolent of Proust’s presence.” — Klara Glowczewska , T&C executive travel editor

Le Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain

Le Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain , 5 Rue du Pré-aux-Clercs

Wherever I go, the first criteria for me is the location. The ultimate luxury for me is to be able to visit a city by foot! Being in the interior design world, Saint-Germain offers interesting small antique dealers, and charming restaurants and boutiques. This hotel is in the perfect location. You can walk to the Café de Flore in 2 minutes! — Marco Scarani , founder of Creel and Gow

Hôtel de Crillon

"It's undeniably glamorous (Marie Antoinette is said to have taken piano lessons here), and each room comes with a butler to look after you—though not too closely when it's time to nick the Buly 1803 products in the bathroom." — Adam Rathe , T&C deputy features director

Hôtel Particulier Montmartre

Hôtel Particulier Montmartre , 23 Av. Junot Pavillon D

"Generally, I am happy enough in hotels in 'alive' neighborhoods, like the charming Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, where I can walk out the door and find a great bottle and pull a picnic together from a market, fromagerie, and boulangerie within 30 minutes." — David Prior , founder of PRIOR

AUTRES CHOSES We also love the Saint James Paris in the 16th, because it's like your own château in the middle of the city, and the Four Seasons George V , because they treat you like royalty.

Et Hors Paris?

If you want to get out of the city (but not venture too far), we have opinions about that, too., airelles château de versailles.

"Oscar Wilde said when good Americans die, they go to Paris. Well, the very best ones go to Le Grand Contrôle, which is worth the stay just to have the Hall of Mirrors all to yourself after the public is gone. Borrow bikes and ride around Versailles’s famous Le Nôtre gardens. The Alain Ducasse restaurant can set up a picnic lunch for you." — Bronson van Wyck , event planner

Domaine de Primard

"If there was a platonic ideal of a French country house, this would be it. The scent of lilac and the peach orchards, the vegetable garden and the adorable farm animals, the supremely comfortable beds and delicious food. Oh, and have I mentioned this all used to be Catherine Deneuve's estate?" — Leena Kim , T&C editor

Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay

For a certain fashionable crowd, a few stops on the Parisian itinerary are obligatory. Caviar Kaspia, for instance. Or Le Voltaire for the fries. Hôtel de la Marine and Galerie Kugel, too. Lately, come le week-end, you'll find these jetsetters holding court at L'Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, a former 12th-century monastery that was reborn in the 1800s as a country home for a Rothschild. Then a few years ago, hospitality firm Paris Society acquired the landmark site to turn it into a hotel. And who did they call on to decorate? Cordelia de Castellane, the creative mind behind Baby Dior and Dior Maison.

Leena Kim is an editor at Town & Country , where she covers travel, jewelry, education, weddings, and culture.

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Begin in  Moscow , an exciting capital city filled with spectacular treasures. During private touring, visit the Kremlin's gold-domed cathedrals, and gaze at the czar's precious collections in the Armory. Also, gain access to the Diamond Fund, a dazzling array of the rarest jewels. Walk through iconic Red Square, and see St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum, GUM Department Store and Zaryadye Park. Tour the Tretyakov Gallery and Pushkin Museum to see masterpieces of Russian and European art. Browse for unique Russian products or specialty food items at local markets and along the city's most fashionable shopping streets. Also visit Novodevichy (New Maiden) Convent, tour the Gorky House Museum and see the ostentatious architecture of the Moscow Metro subway stations. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange tickets for a performance at the legendary Bolshoi Theater. 

We can also arrange many additional special activities and VIP experiences, such as a leisurely cruise on the Moscow River; a private tour and vodka tasting at one of the oldest vodka distilleries in Russia; a private cooking class; a backstage tour of the Bolshoi Theater; touring of Stalin's Bunker and the All-Russia Museum of Decorative, Applied and Folk Art; private excursions to the Kuskovo Estate and Palace Museum, TsaritsynoMuseum-Reserve or Kolomenskoye; and a visit to the Moscow Choral Synagogue, one of most important synagogues in Russia. 

Next, take the first-class express train to  St. Petersburg  to experience the artwork, palaces, waterways and lifestyle of Peter the Great's "window on the world." During private touring with your own guide and driver, visit the renowned State Hermitage Museum, one of the greatest art museums in the world, and gain special access to the Treasury Rooms. Tour highlights of the historical city center—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—such as the Peter & Paul Cathedral, Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, St. Isaac's Cathedral, Yusupov Palace, Faberge Museum and State Russian Museum. Take a private excursion to  Pushkin  to tour the Catherine Palace, a Baroque confection of blue, white and gold, including the Amber Workshop. During another excursion, visit  Peterhof , Peter the Great's stunning summer residence, where pavilions and terraced water gardens overlook the Gulf of Finland. Also enjoy a private boat ride on the Neva River and through the city's canals, and browse interesting markets and boutiques selling beautiful, locally made items such as lacquerware and porcelain. One evening, attend a performance at the world-renowned Mariinsky Theater.

Artisans of Leisure can also arrange activities such as a private excursion to Pavlovsk, a UNESCO-listed palace and park; a visit to the Grand Choral Synagogue, one of the largest in Europe; a backstage tour of the Mariinsky Theater; a private ballet lesson with a prima ballerina; and an early-morning private boat ride to view the raising of the drawbridges.

Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can also make dining reservations at Russia's top restaurants.

This tour can easily be combined with other destinations in the region, such as Finland and the Baltic States.

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The majority of Russian citizens spend their holidays within the country; in summer, they don’t just go to relax at the seaside, but also venture out to see new natural or architectural attractions their vast country has to offer.

1. Sochi, Krasnodar Territory

This city on the Black Sea coast heads the list of summer travel destinations year after year. It has a pleasant subtropical climate, a variety of equipped and “wild” beaches, cafes, discos - and picturesque mountains around it. For those who want to improve their health, there are also dozens of different health spas, as well as real thermal springs (read more here ).

2. Anapa, Krasnodar Territory

Krasnodar Territory is, overall, the most “resorty” place in Russia, with a very well-developed tourist infrastructure. Apart from Sochi, the resort cities of Gelendzhik, Tuapse and the surroundings of the Taman Peninsula are really popular. The city of Anapa is famous as the main children’s resort. The sea depth near the coasts of Anapa is shallow and the entrance to the water is especially convenient for children. Adults, of course, will be interested in visiting sand dunes  and walking through the ancient city.

3. The southern coast of Crimea

Crimea has a very diverse nature and climate; there’s steppes, mountains and subtropics. The most popular places for holidays are located on the southern coast of the peninsula. Yalta, Sudak, Alushta are cities with great beaches, sanatoriums and a rich cultural life. Aside from that, wine tourism is very developed here – visiting wineries and tasting wines is a must!

4. Chemal, the Republic of Altai

A journey through the mountains of Altai is a dream for many fans of hiking. There are trails for different training levels, hiking bases, but what’s most important – the opportunity to witness the unique beauty of Siberia. The small village of Chemal turns into a true tourist center during summer. Nearby, there’s the rock island Patmos with a monastery, the Museum of Altai Life, trout lakes, equestrian bases, as well as hiking bases for travelers who enjoy river rafting.

5. Lake Elton, Volgograd Region

The largest salt lake in Europe (with a surface area of more than 150 square kilometers) is located in the south of Russia. At sundowns and sunrises, the lake turns golden-pink – because of Dunaliella salina microorganisms and the reflection of its sandy bottom in clear water. There are hiking bases on the shores of Lake Elton, where all those who want to enjoy the beauty of this lake stay (read more about Russia’s many colorful lakes here ).

6. Lake Baikal, Irkutsk Region and the Republic of Buryatia

Lake Baikal is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Russia year-round. While people visit in winter to see the extraordinary ice , summer is the time for outdoor recreation, trips along the Circum–Baikal railway  and, of course, for getting acquainted with the ancient culture of these parts.

7. Zelenogradsk, Kaliningrad Region

The resorts of the Baltic Sea are colder than the south of the country, but they are no less interesting. The city of Zelenogradsk is one of the most visited places in summer, famous for its wide sandy beaches with dunes and for its old European architecture. It’s also dubbed the “city of cats”. Zelenogradsk has a cat museum ‘Murarium’, a lot of cat-themed art objects, a cat traffic light and even a special personality – a cat-chief – who ensures that all the street cats are vigorous, cheerful and well-fed!

8. Lake Seliger, Tver Region

This is an unbelievably popular place for outdoor camping. In reality, Seliger is not just one lake, but about thirty bodies of water of different depths and sizes. Aside from beaches and kayaking, Seliger also attracts pilgrims. Seliger has one of the most beautiful island monasteries , the Nilo-Stolobensky Monastery.

9. St. Petersburg

June in the Russian north is the time of White Nights and many citizens of the country strive to witness them specifically in St. Petersburg. Drawn bridges, old architecture and rooftop walks – this is a truly romantic adventure. Read more about what happens in the city in summer here .

10. Ladoga Skerries National Park, the Republic of Karelia

This small republic in the northwest of Russia is rich with blue lakes, marble canyons and mountain forests with colossal boulders. Ladoga Skerries is one of the most beautiful national parks with a hundred islands and bays lost in the Karelian forests. There’s also Baltic seals!

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Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey.

The Moscow Metro is among the city's most popular tourist attractions; from Soviet design to hyper-modern architecture, each station has a unique history and identity. But while the Metro is still functioning, the city's recent lockdown means the best option is to enjoy its iconic stations online.

A few weeks ago, the Moscow Metro Career Guidance Center announced that it will be offering five virtual activities per day, including guided tours and history talks about all things underground, through its official Instagram account. Each morning Moscow time, @profmetro posts a schedule of events that will be aired in their stories. These include architecture tours, behind-the-scenes footage of control rooms and training centers, and even access to historic stations that have been closed for years. Most of the content is in Russian, without subtitles, but English-language lectures are launching next week.

Operating since 1935, the Moscow Metro is the sixth busiest rapid transit system in the world, and the fifth in terms of track length. At time of writing, it has 236 working stations, with dozens more coming by 2023.

Can't-miss stations include Mayakovskaya, named after Vladimir Mayakovsky, one of the most renowned Russian poets of the 20 th century — it feels more like a swanky ballroom than a busy central subway station. Don't forget to look up: there are 34 different ceiling mosaics based on the work of prominent Soviet artist Aleksandr Deineka. The 1938 Ploshchad Revolyutsii station, near Red Square, features 76 bronze statues by socialist realist sculptor Matvey Manizer. Novoslobodskaya station, opened in 1952, is famous for its 32 stained glass windows, while the palace-like Komsomolskaya station blends grand French Empire style with Soviet aesthetics. Slavyanskiy Bulvar, a newer station opened in 2008, has a geometric vaulted ceiling with many shades of marble and Art Nouveau elements inspired by the Paris Metro.

Want even more ways to explore? The website Metro 360 lets you take immersive tours of the Koltsevaya circle line, which has some of the most beautiful stations in the city, and is compatible with VR technology. Metro Walks offers photography and historical background for some of the most exquisitely designed stations, and for a meditative moment, YouTube user Anton V. has uploaded a relaxing video of a late-night ride on the newer Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya line.

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Looking for the best summer travel deals for 2024? Whether you’re booking a fun family trip, beachfront hideaway, golf retreat, or just a weekend away from the daily demands of life — relax, reset and have a care-free vacation with one (or more) of these amazing deals we found. 

Here's a look at the best airline, hotel and resort, car rental, cruise, package and other deals available right now.

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Delta. Delta has dozens of deals on flights this summer, depending on the flight origin and destination. Skymiles members can use or receive points on their summer flights. Traveling from places like Chicago to New York in July? You may qualify for fares as low as $175 round trip. Or, enjoy sandy beaches and endless sun at the Villa La Valencia Beach Resort and Spa , in Los Cabos, Mexico. Kids stay & eat free or, enjoy a free daily breakfast for the whole family. Book your flight by July 8 and travel anytime from June 4 to December 19, 2024. 

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United.   United is offering package deals, weekly deals and promotions to people traveling to countless destinations this summer. And, if you book your next trip by June 25th, you can earn up to 30,000 bonus miles. Fly from Houston to Las Vegas late in  July and book a two-night stay at the Rio Hotel and Casino for only $312 per person. Or, stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in Orlando, FL, from August 10 - 13 for $763 per person. Flight, hotel, taxes and fees included.   

American. Vacationing around the world just got better with American Airlines Vacations and the AAdvantage program. Book your flight by June 30th and earn 20,000 bonus miles when you stay at a Jamaica resort . Soak up the sun for as low as $732 per person. Traveling across the country? Save $100 when you book a vacation using promo code JUNE2024 with a minimum stay of three nights from June 1 - June 30. The average total price per person is based on round-trip flights in the Main Cabin and double occupancy hotel stays. 

Southwest. Southwest Airlines ' summer sale has landed. Save up to $500 anywhere Southwest flies. Plus, save an additional $100 when you book by June 18. Or, plan your dream vacation with RIU Hotels and Resorts and save up to 65% when you book your travel from June 14 - June 20 and travel from June 15 - March 5. Flight and hotel included.

Hotel and resort deals

Hyatt Hotels. Enjoy your Hyatt stay in Mexico or the Caribbean with savings of up to 20% off at participating resorts. Activities such as snorkeling and live entertainment are all included in your room rate. Offers vary per destination and availability.  Rather take in the luxe skyscrapers of Tokyo or the lush gardens of Thailand? Save up to 15% on stays between June 12 and January 4 when you book by July 9 and use special offer code STAYNOW . 

Wyndham. Join Club Wyndham and book your flight, hotel, car rental and package deals all in one place. With Wyndham, you can also save on cruises, tours and more. Not ready to join? You can still take advantage of dozens of discounts on your hotel stay at places like Florida and Tennessee. Celebrate SeaWorld's 60th Anniversary with an unforgettable summer at SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or Aquatica. Now through August 27, save 10% on your hotel and receive a complimentary theme park ticket to a park of your choice. 

Hilton. Plan your next getaway with Hilton and enjoy resort credits to personalize your experience. Book early and save up to 40%, or stay longer in paradise and save even more at many beach, golf, ski, spa and luxury resorts. Choose from Ocean City, Maryland, Virginia Beach, Virginia, Myrtle Beach, SC and more. 

Marriott Bonvoy. Whatever your travel style, you are sure to enjoy your stay at one of Marriott’s 7,300+ hotels around the globe. Right now, if you book by June 19, and use promotional code ES7, you can stay 4+ nights and receive 25% savings and up to a $400 Resort Credit on your Atlantis Paradise Island stay.

Car rental deals

Enterprise. Whether you’re heading off on a romantic break or getting in some much-needed time with the family, consider Enterprise . Travel to New Zealand and get 10% off your car rental plus a free additional driver if you book your rental by July 31, 2024. 

Hertz. Save up to 15% on worldwide rentals when you book your car rental through Hertz by June 25 and pick up between July 1 and September 30, 2024. You can even save on rentals picked up from June 1 in Mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands.

Alamo. Alamo has daily and weekly specials for last-minute travelers and vacationers planning ahead to destinations in the U.S. and Canada. Both last-minute specials and plan-ahead specials require a one-day minimum rental with a four-day maximum. Price varies on pick-up and final destination. 

Budget. Ready for a summer getaway with a Budget car rental? Plan it now and save up to 35% on your car rental reservation from Budget when you select Pay Now. No discount code is needed—simply input your travel information and choose Pay Now to get the discount.

 More ways to save on summer travel

You can also find dozens of summer package deals, including airfare, hotels and car rentals, from Priceline , Kayak , Expedia , and more. Or search for a summer-time deal on Going . Or try Google Flights , the Dollar Flight Club , Thrifty Traveler , Airfarewatchdog or Momondo . 

Ready for a cruise ? Check out the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line and score incredible offers and last-minute deals on weekend getaways to the tropics, week long Euro discoveries, adventures in Alaska and more. Or find other summer deals on cruises at Cruise Critic . Plus, if you’re heading out this summer, we can help you navigate an extra-busy summer travel season . Where will you go next?

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