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Is Zero-Waste Travel Actually Even Possible?

Travelers today are more conscious of their environmental footprint, even if it often seems abstract. But what about the trail of waste travelers create?

April 19, 2024 09:55 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

The best Airbnbs in Costa Rica take advantage of the country's abundant nature and unbeatable views.

Hotels

From Surf Towns to Cloud Forests, These Are Costa Rica’s Dreamiest Airbnbs

The best way to embrace the country’s pura vida is by staying in one of these nature-surrounded rental properties.

April 16, 2024 06:18 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Discover Lake Tahoe on Foot With These Incredible Hikes

Hiking + Cycling

6 of the Most Beautiful Hikes in Lake Tahoe

These hiking trails in North and South Lake Tahoe provide options for a scenic adventure at every skill level.

April 03, 2024 03:23 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Epic Trips

Stargazing Without the Crowds on the Grand Canyon Floor

A strenuous trek to Phantom Ranch—the only lodging on the base of the Grand Canyon—shows a different, less-crowded side of this world wonder. But you’ll have to work for it.

March 13, 2024 05:06 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

View of Kauai's Na Pali Coast as seen from the Kalalau Trail.

Hotels

10 Airbnb Stays Near Spectacular Hiking Trails

Lace up your hiking boots: These vacation rentals are perfectly situated for adventurers who love to explore on foot.

March 05, 2024 02:49 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Outdoor Adventure

The 17 Best Things to Do in Colorado

With everything from jagged peaks and rushing rivers to hot springs, geological wonders, and a dark sky park, Colorado promises endless adventure.

February 26, 2024 12:31 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Beaches

These Beaches Have the Bluest Water in the World

Whether in Australia or the U.S. Virgin Islands, these dramatic beaches offer water so bright blue you gotta wear shades.

January 03, 2024 01:43 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

A turquoise rectangular swimming pool located immediately next to the ocean with swimmers sitting on the edge and doing laps and a crowded sandy beach in the background

Where to Go in Winter

Escape the Cold in These 7 Places Where It’s Summer Right Now

Sick of winter? These Southern Hemisphere spots offer summer sunshine from December through February.

December 06, 2023 09:36 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

People playing in a riverbed in Slovenia.

In the Magazine

Learning the Value of Slowing Down on Slovenia’s Juliana Trail

Cheese dumplings, medieval towns, and ancient mountains—one writer hikes the 167-mile-long Juliana Trail.

December 01, 2023 01:06 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

Scenic view of Gap of Dunloe, County Kerry, Ireland.

Outdoor Adventure

New Tours for Boomers Prove That Travel Adventures Don’t Have an Age Limit

One writer learns what “pace yourself” means while hiking in Ireland.

November 26, 2023 12:00 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Snow-covered mountain with snow-blanketed earth in the foreground

Where to Go in Winter

10 Best Places to Travel in February

Make your February raucous, restful, or a little of both with these destinations.

November 17, 2023 02:45 PM

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Mark Ellwood

This oceanfront one bedroom suite at Rock House in Turks & Caicos features a sea-facing plunge pool.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Luxury Resorts and Hotels in the Caribbean

Natural beauty is the star attraction at these luxury hotels and resorts in the Caribbean.

November 13, 2023 02:29 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Highway 170 in West Texas flowering with blue bonnets.

Road Trips

The 8 Most Scenic Road Trips in Texas

Even if you only have a day or two to explore, these road trips deliver natural swimming holes, stunning views, and good eats aplenty.

November 10, 2023 11:27 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Epic Trips

Why Southern Utah Is a Perfect Canyoneering Destination

Leap into the unknown from the Beehive State’s rocky cliffs.

October 20, 2023 10:53 AM

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Erik Trinidad

Hiking + Cycling

20 Incredible Hikes Around the World

Some of these hikes are well known, some underrated. All are AFAR tested and approved, bringing you closer to the Earth.

October 19, 2023 11:59 AM

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