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Alyeska Nordic Spa - Relaxation Pool (L) & Signate Sauna Building (R)
Winter Sports
The Après-Ski Trend That Ditches Alcohol for a Different Kind of Relaxation
Spas are changing the game for post-ski recovery, with IV treatments, cryo-ultrasound therapy, and AI massages.
January 16, 2026 04:25 PM
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Bailey Berg
View of the rock Big Sur coast as seen through some tree branches in the foreground
Weekend Getaways
Big Sur, We Missed You. How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in California’s Coastal Paradise
January 16, 2026 04:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
A wooden building surrounded by trees covered in snow and Christmas lights, with a mountain in the background.
Winter Sports
These 7 U.S. Ski Towns Have Schnitzel, Spätzle, and Plenty of European Charm
January 16, 2026 03:00 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
Overhead view of a tray of Texas barbecue, including brisket, chicken and sausage and sides of mac and cheese and greens
Air Travel News
Is Barbecue What First-Class Travelers Want? This Major U.S. Airline Thinks So
January 15, 2026 05:06 PM
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Bailey Berg
Different foreign passports from many countries
Visas + Passports
The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?
January 15, 2026 03:15 PM
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Bailey Berg
L-R (clockwise): Summer at Meijer Gardens; Route 66, Tulsa, Oklahoma; Spoleto Festival; Ohio BLINK 2024 - The Mystic Eye Drone Show by Durham Studio & Sky Elements; Remi Wolf performing at Treefort Music Fest 2025; New Hampshire's Highland Games & Festival - Highland Dancers compete while attendees watch the artistry of each dancer; a second line parade weaves through the fairgrounds at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.
Art + Culture
Your Month-by-Month Guide to the Most Exciting Cultural Events in the U.S. in 2026
January 15, 2026 12:23 PM
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Ellen Carpenter
Aerial view of the beach in Santa Monica with numerous beach goers both in the water and on the sand and office buildings and hotels in the background
Air Travel News
Forget LAX—This Regional Los Angeles Airport Is Getting Its First Regular Flights
January 14, 2026 06:04 PM
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Chris Dong
Retro Charm Lives on at These Independent U.S. Ski Resorts
Winter Sports
Where to Ski in the U.S. for Fewer Crowds, Lower Prices, and Local Charm
January 14, 2026 02:44 AM
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Anna Fiorentino
St. Pete Beach
U.S. Beaches
The 11 Best Beaches in Florida, From Cityside Shores to Uninhabited Islands
January 13, 2026 03:21 PM
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Terry Ward
Left: los angeles skyline view; right:
Trending News
Registration for the 2028 L.A. Olympics Opens January 14—Here’s How to Get Tickets and Plan Your Trip
January 13, 2026 03:17 PM
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Meredith Heil Bock
Los Milics Vineyards - steel columns almost hidden by vineyard vineys; exterior tasting room in vinyard
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
This Southwestern State Is Producing Some of the Most Interesting Wines in the U.S.
January 13, 2026 01:25 PM
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Naomi Tomky
The Tree Haus accommodations at the Green O are elevated 23 feet off the ground.
The Tree Haus accommodations at the Green O are elevated 23 feet off the ground.
Hotels We Love
America’s 13 Coziest Hotels to Visit This Winter
January 13, 2026 12:55 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Hue House food
Trending News
Taiwanese Street Food, a Vinyl Speakeasy, and Chinese Wellness—a Look Inside NYC’s New Asian Cultural Center
January 13, 2026 09:46 AM
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Chris Dong
L-R: Atacama, Chile; Komodo Island, Indonesia; winter skiing in the Alps
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Where to Travel in 2026 Based on Your New Year’s Resolution
January 12, 2026 03:01 PM
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Terry Ward
Larch House - SUITE BEDROOM
Hotel News + Openings
Alpine Dining, Local Artwork, and an Adventure Concierge—Larch House Brings Elegant Lodging to Whitefish
January 12, 2026 01:10 PM
FORT WORTH, TEXAS, USA - SEPTEMBER 24: Cowboys in the Fort Worth Stockyards historic district. Septemberl 24, 2013 in Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Where to Go in Spring
10 Best Places to Travel in March
January 12, 2026 06:30 AM
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Mark Ellwood
Young black woman with curly hair sitting in airport, tired, with red rolling suitcase
Travel Tips + Etiquette
We Tried These 5 Unusual Jet Lag Remedies to See If They Work
January 12, 2026 05:58 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Palm Springs, California - March 2018: Residential Desert Architecture
Off The Tourist Trail
Escape Crowds in Palm Springs With This Tucked-Away Bar, Oasis Hike, and Joshua Tree-Adjacent Adventures
January 09, 2026 02:51 PM
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Joey Skladany
Domaine des Etangs, Auberge Resorts Collection, is housed in a castle dating back to the 13th century.
Domaine des Etangs, Auberge Resorts Collection, is housed in a castle dating back to the 13th century.
Hotels We Love
20 Luxury French Hotels Outside of Paris That Are Worth a Special Trip
January 09, 2026 12:40 PM
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Mary Winston Nicklin
Ocean Drive - Miami, FL
4 Days In
4 Days in Miami: Coastal Horseback Rides, Jazz Under the Stars, and Cuban Coffee Culture
January 09, 2026 12:40 PM
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Terry Ward
A 1955 Union Pacific Warren R. Henry train car with glass-dome windows, brown arm chairs, and a bench seat with cushions at the end of the car
Trending News
Private Luxury Rail Travel Is Coming to These Scenic U.S. Train Routes
January 09, 2026 11:29 AM
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Bailey Berg
A guest room at the Hoxton Edinburgh with slate-blue walls, a large bed with a bright red fabric Art Deco-style headboard, wood floors, various lamps and sconces, and a full-length mirror on the wall
Loyalty + Rewards
If You Like Staying in Independent, Boutique Hotels but Dig Loyalty Perks, Too—We Have a Solution for You
January 08, 2026 07:21 PM
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Katherine Fan
Mask mandates may have faded, but some travelers still opt to wear face coverings while navigating busy airports.
Air Travel News
Why Aren’t We Wearing Masks Anymore When We Travel?
January 08, 2026 04:24 PM
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Stacey Lastoe
Snow in Paris tops statues and lightposts
Trending News
Rare Heavy Snowfall in Western Europe Brings Joy—and Travel Problems
January 08, 2026 01:09 PM
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Blane Bachelor
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Off The Tourist Trail
The Ultimate Guide to New Orleans’s Hidden Gems, From Mausoleums to a Monster Shop
January 07, 2026 02:49 PM
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Jenny Adams
AMAALA - Triple Bay
Health + Wellness
This New Wellness Destination Will Let You Try Longevity Treatments and Help Restore Coral Reefs
January 07, 2026 01:12 PM
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Nicola Chilton
Five Maskc KN95 masks in blush tones
Packing Tips + Gear
Are Lots of People Coughing on Your Flight? Stay Healthy With These Face Masks That Are Perfect for Travel
January 07, 2026 11:52 AM
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Michelle Baran
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Winter 2026
Big Flavors, Small Villages: Why Spain’s Star Chefs Are Setting Up Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Tiny Towns
January 07, 2026 09:45 AM
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Lisa Abend
The sun shining over a wooden walking path along an oceanfront cliff
National Parks
7 Less-Crowded Canadian National Parks for Backcountry Skiing, Rainforest Hikes, and Stunning Ocean Vistas
January 07, 2026 05:53 AM
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Nick Hilden
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Winter 2026
Why We’re Flocking to Boston in 2026
January 06, 2026 09:35 AM
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Negin Farsad
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Winter 2026
Cleopatra Once Visited This Remote Desert Destination—Now You Can, Too
January 06, 2026 09:31 AM
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Anthon Jackson
View of a train passing by the Mediterranean, with pastel houses on cliffs on the righthand side
Trains
Europe’s Most Beautiful Train Rides Roll Along the Mediterranean, Past Fjords, and Across the Highlands
January 06, 2026 04:40 AM
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Catherine Bennett
Colorful buildings dotted by palm trees and homes along a stretch of coast in the Perla neighborhood of San Juan, Puerto Rico
Trending News
Travelers in the Caribbean Experience Major Flight Disruptions Following Airspace Closure
January 05, 2026 05:40 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
An exotic cactus garden on top of the medieval village of Eze in the south of France, French Riviera.
Where to Travel Next
These 8 Desert Gardens Feel Like a Small Dose of Summer Year-Round
January 05, 2026 11:11 AM
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James Oliver Cury
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Winter 2026
Should You Have to Change How You Dress When You Travel?
January 05, 2026 10:27 AM
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Anu Taranath
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