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Two Women in French Broad River with Oxbow River Snorkeling
Outdoor Adventure
The Most Unusual Snorkeling Experience in the United States Isn’t in the Ocean
River snorkeling in the Blue Ridge Mountains will show you a shocking amount of iridescent, ancient, dazzling wildlife.
June 18, 2026 05:08 PM
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Annie Brown Verdin
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Hotels
These Are the Best Hotels in Vancouver
June 18, 2026 04:20 PM
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Ann Shields
the façade of Mount Rushmore, with a purple sky illuminated by an array of orange fireworks behind the presidents' faces
America 250
Mount Rushmore Festivities and a 1,900-mile Pony Ride: America 250 Celebrations in the Midwest
June 18, 2026 03:20 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
A dining table and chairs as well as some loungers on an outdoor deck on the Windstar Star Seeker cruise ship
Small Ship Cruises
Are You an Introvert or an Extrovert? This Newly Launched Yacht-Style Cruise Ship Is Ideal for Both
June 18, 2026 02:54 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
A safari vehicle stops at a health checkpoint along a dirt road in Uganda
Trending News
What Travel in Central and East Africa Really Looks Like Amid the Ebola Outbreak
June 17, 2026 06:17 PM
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Alicia Erickson
Villa Argentina terrace with view of Dubrovnik's Old Town
Hotel News + Openings
One of Dubrovnik’s Most Beloved Waterfront Hotels Is Back
June 17, 2026 06:05 PM
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Kristin Vuković
Garner state park hiking views.
Road Trips
The Ultimate Texas Hill Country Road Trip Includes Tree Houses, Tubing, and Tacos
June 17, 2026 05:49 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
The spire of the Copenhagen Old Stock Exchange on fire with billowing smoke
Trending News
One of Copenhagen’s Most Iconic Buildings Has Been Destroyed by Fire—Here’s What to Know
April 19, 2024 12:39 PM
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Blane Bachelor
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Family Travel
5 Places to Travel Abroad With Your Kids This Year
April 19, 2024 11:09 AM
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Tim Chester
Korres Foaming Cream Cleanser bottle on a Greek beach scene
Health + Wellness
This Greek Beauty Brand Transports Me to the Islands
April 19, 2024 10:03 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Aerial view of beach and town
Longreads
Is Zero-Waste Travel Actually Even Possible?
April 19, 2024 09:55 AM
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Kathleen Rellihan
On certain peak days in 2024, you won't be allowed to enter Yosemite National Park without an advance reservation.
Sustainable Travel
Climate Change Is Here. Are National Parks Ready?
April 19, 2024 09:54 AM
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Hannah Singleton
Head to the beaches of Bartolome Island in the Galapagos to see hermit crabs, blue-footed boobies, and other creatures.
Sustainable Travel
I Have Climate Anxiety. Can I Travel Guilt-Free?
April 19, 2024 09:42 AM
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Anu Taranath
Airplane parked at a flooded airport
Sustainable Travel
How to Plan Travel in a Climate-Changing World
April 19, 2024 09:32 AM
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Michelle Baran
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Loyalty + Rewards
Where to Use Hotel Points for Free Stays in Major U.S. Cities
April 19, 2024 07:24 AM
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Paul Rubio
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Packing Tips + Gear
Why Clogs Are the Perfect Travel Shoe
April 18, 2024 02:02 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
This bedroom of a treehouse accommodation at Twin Farms in Vermont has floor to ceiling windows with views of the area's birch forest.
Stay Here Next
Treehouses for Grown-Ups? Yes, Please. A Review of Vermont’s Elevated New Lodgings
April 18, 2024 12:59 PM
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Greg Sullivan
The Seabourn Pursuit in Kuri Bay in the Western Australia's Kimberley region
Expedition Cruises
Indigenous Landowners in Kimberley, Australia, to Serve as Stewards of a New Luxury Cruise Ship
April 18, 2024 11:45 AM
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Susan B. Barnes
Low dunes and seagrass frame one of Amelia Island’s serene beaches.
Where to Travel Next
5 Lesser-Known Gems You Shouldn’t Miss on This Florida Barrier Island
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Sunset in Australia with a bubble tent and outdoor bath in the foreground
Hotels
Go Stargazing at These Bubble Hotels and Airbnbs Around the World
April 17, 2024 04:48 PM
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Maya Kroth
Accommodations at Singita Mara River Tented Camp in Tanzania feature canvas walls and large king-size beds with gauze netting.
Stay Here Next
Great Migration Without Crowds? That’s the Promise of This Refurbished Safari Camp in Tanzania
April 17, 2024 12:54 PM
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Jane Broughton
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Food + Drink
7 Rooftop Bars with the Best Drinks (and Views) of Asheville
April 17, 2024 12:37 PM
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Erin McGrady
A black and white ice breaker ship sailing in royal blue waters
Cruise News
Is the Future of Cruising . . . Nuclear?
April 17, 2024 09:14 AM
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Scott Laird
modern adobe-style homes dotted among the green trees and mountains by Santa Fe
Cities We Love
Art, Adventure, Spas, and Chiles: The Best Things to Do in Santa Fe
April 17, 2024 08:36 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
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
April 16, 2024 06:18 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
The New American Perimeter Trail Will Be the Longest Hiking Route in the U.S.
Hiking + Cycling
An Expert Hiker’s Guide to the 3 Most Legendary Trails in the U.S.
April 16, 2024 05:29 PM
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Bailey Berg
Stone exterior of the Ahwahnee in Yosemite
Hotels
7 Great Camps and Remote Lodges Across the United States
April 16, 2024 04:47 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
The 223-passenger paddlewheeler American Empress with a bright red bow
Cruise News
After an Iconic River Cruise Line Shuts Down, Here’s What You Should Know About Protecting Your Cruise Booking
April 16, 2024 02:32 PM
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Bailey Berg
Kauai spots like Kōke'e State Park are easier to explore in July, when the island receives less rain.
Outdoor Adventure
Reserve a Spot at These Stunning U.S. State Park Campgrounds Before It’s Too Late
April 15, 2024 07:12 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Beach in Bahamas as seen from above with turquoise and white striped umbrellas
Air Travel News
Getting to the Caribbean From the West Coast Is Now Easier Than Ever
April 12, 2024 06:53 PM
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Bill Fink
Videos
5 Easy Ways to Pack Less When You Travel [VIDEO]
April 12, 2024 06:06 PM
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Jessie Beck
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Where to Travel Next
The Sweetest Small Towns in California
April 12, 2024 04:36 PM
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Michelle Konstantinovsky
A black marble covered sprawling bathroom with double vanity and large window in the Regent Suite on the Seven Seas Splendor
Cruise News
The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Runs Up to Nearly $1 Million Per Person And Will Sail to 40 Countries
April 11, 2024 06:34 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Rooftop view of historic homes in Montepulciano, Italy with a green countryside in the background
Visas + Passports
Italy Just Launched a New Digital Nomad Visa—Here’s How to Apply
April 11, 2024 03:30 PM
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Erica Firpo
A man in a backpack walking through a red shrine entrance in Shingu, Japan.
Hiking + Cycling
This Epic Hike in Japan Takes You Through Ancient Shrines, Onsen Towns, and Magical Forests
April 10, 2024 07:14 PM
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Miranda Smith
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