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Treat yourself

Whether you love carving pumpkins for Halloween or cuing up a scary movie, your favorite little fall indulgences boost your health and happiness

BIG ON TRADITION

IN HER HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS AND HER HOME, A DESIGNER EMBRACES CONVENTION WITH A NUDGE TO MODERN TIMES

A ticket to the top of the world

On a luxurious train tour of Peru, Lake Titicaca and Machu Picchu are the headline acts. But, as Monisha Rajesh discovers, witnessing everyday life from the rails can be every bit as memorable.

THE WILDEST ISLE

Compared with its neighbors, the island of Hawaii is bigger, more untamed-and, at times, unpredictable. With her family in tow, Flora Stubbs finds the perfect balance between relaxation and rugged adventure.

EARTHLY DELIGHTS

Come fall, the Italian region of Umbria is a lush, fertile inland oasis. Peter Terzian reaps a bounty of culinary and cultural pleasures.

RUNNER'S HIGH

Some travelers like to move at a faster clip. Alexandra Kleeman crosses the peaks and pastures of Ireland with a group of women who take life in stride.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

A MICHIGAN DESIGNER AND HER FAMILY TURN TO THE MAGIC OF TRADITION THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON

HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL

This cute Pennsylvania town is brimming with artistic and cultural energy.

Chills and Thrills

On an Alaskan wilderness adventure, Sarah Manguso and her son learn the elements of survival.

CLASSIC CHRISTMAS

A YOUNG FAMILY OF FOUR SAVORS THE SEASON IN THEIR RENOVATED HOME WHERE QUIET BACKDROPS WELCOME HOLIDAY SPARKLE

Leave YOUR LEAVES

Those fall leaves all over your yard? Think of them not as a chore but a chance to improve both your garden and the planet.

No Pantry? No Problem

One upper cabinet, one lower, and one drawer can become an efficient food storage system when you give it the right infrastructure.

Money questions answered

\"I want to help my elderly parents manage their finances so they don't forget to pay bills or get scammed. But they want to maintain their independence. How can I help?\"

4 health tests not to skip

You know the importance of getting a routine colonoscopy, mammogram and Pap smear. But other key screenings often go under the radar. See the ones worth getting

Belly gone

Counting calories, measuring portions, hours in the gym—a TikTok trend promises we can skip all that and still get lean. How? By following the 30-30-30 rule.’ Here’s the gist: Within 30 minutes of waking up, you eat 30 grams of protein, then follow it up with 30 minutes of movement. That’s all there is to it, yet experts confirm it’s a very powerful weight-loss tool. I’ve never seen anything strip fat off ahuman being faster than this,” insists biologist and biohacker Gary Brecka, whose videos on the topic have gone viral. Better yet, women using the strategy in the real world confirm the trick makes fat fall off as health soars. Keep reading for the inspiring story of 113-pounds-slimmer Cheri Jackson, 64, and to find out how 30-30-30 could transform your body.

How to reverse a neck hump naturally

Cases of rounded shoulders and a small hump at the base of the neck have surged recently, say UCLA scientists. Everything from smartphone use to stress can cause the slouched appearance. Here, three fixes

Key to strong, happy & sharp!

With fall in full swing and the holidays approaching, we want to look and feel our best. The secret: optimizing the master hormone,” known as DHEA. Produced by the adrenal glands, DHEA builds muscle, strengthens bones, boosts mood and keeps memory sharp. Plus, findings in the Journal of the Endocrine Society suggest that lifting levels of the hormone protects against stroke and heart disease. And while DHEA production can dip over time, you can outsmart a shortfall. Just...

"You deserve

Beloved as part of the musical trio Wilson Phillips, singer, songwriter, chef and radio and TV personality Carnie Wilson, 56, is living the life of her dreams, with a flourishing career, a beautiful family and a thriving health journey. But these wins were hard-fought after years of struggling with self-esteem issues and depression. Here, how positivity and prayer help her through it all.

Side SHOW

We took familiar casseroles and gave them bigger, bolder flavors for a hot-dish lineup that will comfort and amaze.

7 Cleaning Tweaks TO BEAT GERMS

We can all use a checkup on our cleaning routine. Here are a few common mistakes you can fix to help keep you and your family healthy this cold and flu season.

Thanksgiving All-Stars

Behold: Gathered in one place, our most popular, most tried-and-true recipes from 24 years of Turkey Day menus.

WHAT TO DRINK AFTER DINNER

Don't break up the party! Linger around the table with one of these post-supper sips.

COLD COMFORT

You can loathe winter, or you can embrace it with these cool strategies.

how we live

ADVICE, INSPIRATION & A LITTLE PEACE OF MIND

Steel City Shining

A tech boom; a thriving cultural scene; destination dining. Can this be... Pittsburgh?

Down to Earth

Pottery runs deep in Santa Fe, from hallowed Pueblo collections to clay-throwing pubs.

Wheels on Fire

With its blazing fall colors and picturesque villages, the Japanese island of Kyushu was made for cycling.

Bonjour la France

When an American writer retires in Brittany, she learns how to belong again.

HOW SWEET IT IS

A HISTORICAL CONNECTICUT VICTORIAN BOASTS THE INTRICACIES OF A GINGERBREAD HOUSE AND EMBRACES THE SPIRIT OF YOUNG CHILDREN

CHEERS TO SAN MIGUEL

With the restoration of a historic home, tequila brand Casa Dragones is putting its stamp on one of Mexico's best-loved cities.