An incredible journey, oysters in Maine, and a primary support equipment that may address the larger boo-boos

The newly opened Hilltop Lodge on the reserve.Handout

NEW SPORTY RESORT ON RHODE ISLAND

Go over, Wyoming. Sit down, Montana. New England now has its own full-featured sports and luxury hotel in Richmond, RI. Spa, fully equipped fitness center, outdoor pool, and a variety of dining options including the adults-only Safari Tent Experience with Cohiba cigars and Laphroaig scotch. The reserve’s 3,500 acres are home to a variety of sporting activities available for all ages, including 19-station and 12-station sports fields on sand; Sand and lawn tennis courts; Zipper lining; Bathe; Archery; 10 fly fishing ponds; Kayaking and canoeing; Yoga; 18-hole par 3 golf course; Equestrian center; and more. Prices start at $ 500. 844-451-5913, protectsportingclub.com/lodging/hilltop-lodge-suites

Origin and Theory are run like floating boutique hotels and are the only Galapagos ships in the Relais & Chateaux collection with 10 spacious cabins overlooking the sea. Handout

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GALAPAGOS ECO ADVENTURE

Ready for adventure but hesitate to take a cruise? You might want to consider the seven-day Galapagos itineraries – limited to 20 passengers – that Ecoventure offers on its identical Origin and Theory yachts (named after Charles Darwin’s “On The Origin of Species” and Evolution Theory). Run like floating boutique hotels, with 10 spacious cabins with sea views, they are the only Galapagos ships in the Relais & Chateaux collection. Excursions and training courses are led by two certified naturalists; Daily activities include snorkeling, kayaking, beach walks, zodiac rides, and hiking tours that will bring you close to the most fascinating species of the destination. Two unique routes start every Sunday all year round. During two consecutive trips this fall (October 31 to November 7 and November 7 to 14), naturalist and National Geographic certified photography teacher Antonio Adrian will be hosting themed photo descents. Strict security protocols for COVID-19 are detailed on the website. Fares from $ 8,050 per person, double occupancy. 800-633-7972, www.ecoventura.com

History and contemporary design are perfectly intertwined at the Industrialist Hotel, Autograph Collection, the latest addition to the renaissance of historic downtown Pittsburgh. Handout

SNAZZY HOTEL LAUNCHES IN STEEL CITY

History and contemporary design are perfectly intertwined at the Industrialist Hotel, Autograph Collection, the latest addition to the renaissance of historic downtown Pittsburgh. I have to love the backstory: the original 18-story building was built in 1902 for James Arrott, known as the “Bathtub King of Pittsburgh” for being the first in the area to make enameled iron bathtubs. Today, the carefully restored and modernized interiors (including original marble walls, ornate ceilings, and iconic arched windows) feature designs inspired by Pittsburgh’s resilient history as the steel capital. Located in the legendary Golden Triangle overlooking the Monongahela River, the hotel offers 124 rooms, a lobby bar, a communal lounge with a fireplace and communal seating, a fitness center and a modern American restaurant, The Rebel Room. Prices start at $ 229. 888-236-2427, www.theindustrialisthotel.com

For only – um – $ 125,000, you and up to seven other space explorers can gently ascend above 99 percent of the earth’s atmosphere for an impressive tour of the planet’s biosphere from the comfortable capsule of the spaceship Neptune.Handout

Who says space travel is only for mega-billionaires? For only – um – $ 125,000, you and up to seven other space explorers can gently ascend above 99 percent of the earth’s atmosphere for an impressive tour of the planet’s biosphere from the comfortable capsule of the spaceship Neptune. During the six-hour ride, powered by a state-of-the-art space balloon the size of a soccer stadium, guests can enjoy the 450-mile 360-degree view in reclining chairs. Refreshment bar, toilet and Wi-Fi connection (to stream your trip live, of course) are available in the pressurized, spacious capsule. Offered by the groundbreaking space perspective operating at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Space flights for 2024 are sold out. Book now to reserve for 2025 and beyond. www.spaceperspective.com

Upgrade your first aid supplies for hiking, camping and other adventure trips this fall with the MyFAK First Aid Kit from MyMedic. Handout

EVERYWHERE, EVERYWHERE, EVERYWHERE:

COMPREHENSIVE FIRST AID TRAVEL KIT

Upgrade your first aid supplies for hiking, camping and other adventure trips this fall with the MyFAK First Aid Kit from MyMedic. Don’t be fooled by the small size (7.5 x 6.5 x 5 inches) and weight (less than 3 pounds). This kit contains over 100 high quality medical and traumatic materials that are effective in real life situations including bleeding, burns, sprains, fractures and more. The robust, durable and easily accessible backpack is made of high quality nylon Cordura. Available in five colors. The company also offers a selection of larger and smaller kits and accessories. $ 120. mymedic.com

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Necee Regis can be reached at neceeregis@gmail.com.