Kristin Braswell

4 days ago | flipboard.com | Kristin Braswell

5 days agoChina: Paraglider survives 30,000ft ascent after 'being sucked into storm cloud'China - May 24, 2025 A Chinese paraglider claimes he survived after being sucked into a storm cloud and carried to an altitude of 8,598 metres during a flight over snow-capped mountains. The incident occurred as the pilot, Liu Ge, flew over the Qilian Mountains in north-western China on May 24. Liu had launched from an elevation of over 3,000 metres (9,800 feet).

5 days ago | nationalgeographic.com | Kristin Braswell

Bermuda’s famed pink sand beaches have drawn travelers to its shores for decades. Still, travelers shouldn’t miss the rich cultural traditions, historical landmarks, and annual events that are just as alluring. The 21-square-mile island encompasses neighborhoods and natural wonders that provide enough options to inspire any trip. Best time to visit BermudaSummer:Join the bacchanalia of Bermuda’s annual Carnival celebration in June.

1 week ago | travelandleisure.com | Kristin Braswell

Credit: Travel + Leisure With summer almost here, I’m already rearranging my closet and packing lists with lightweight travel pants, breezy dresses, and other clothes that prioritize comfort and help make heat waves more bearable. Lucky for me, I’ve already found my “it” outfit for the season: Gap’s Cotton Gauze Easy Barrel Pants and matching Cotton Gauze Dolman Shirt. This set has quickly become a summer essential that I’ve worn in multiple colors, including standout pink and dazzling blue.

1 week ago | ebony.com | Kristin Braswell

There's nothing like leaving the hustle and bustle of New York City and winding up on the shores of the sparkling Caribbean ocean. On this particular day, the journey led me to the tri-island nation of Grenada in the southeastern part of the Caribbean. Nestled near Trinidad and Venezuela, the 120-square-mile country is affectionately known as the Spice Island, due to its abundance of spices. The island is the largest producer of mace in the world and the second largest producer of nutmeg.

2 weeks ago | bonappetit.com | Kristin Braswell

All products featured on Bon Appétit are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. It’s easy to be dazzled by Chicago’s centrally located Loop and River North neighborhoods, especially the bevy of swanky bars. But in a city of 77 diverse communities, we advise you to venture further afield.