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Road Trips
Ever Wanted to Play the “Oregon Trail” in Real Life? Now You Can
How to turn the classic video game into the ultimate American road trip.
October 19, 2026 05:41 PM
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Kinsey Gidick
A trio of mules or donkeys carrying belongings in Morocco
Trending News
Work With Chilean Farmers and Learn Irish Storytelling Techniques on These New Tradition-Based Global Trips
October 19, 2026 04:19 PM
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Michelle Baran
A row of United aircraft all parked at airport gates alongside each other
Air Travel News
United Is Scrapping Its Flight-Based Path to Elite Status. Is Chasing Premier Still Worth It?
October 19, 2026 12:09 PM
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Rachel Chang
Train running by colorful houses on cliff overlooking sea.
Train Travel
I’ve Spent More Than 20 Years in Italy. These Are the 6 Beautiful Train Rides I Always Recommend
October 16, 2026 06:12 PM
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Erica Firpo
Sunset light shining on Notre-Dame Cathedral as a boat glides along the Seine River in the foreground
Air Travel News
For the First Time, You Can Fly Nonstop to Paris From These U.S. Cities
October 16, 2026 05:05 PM
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Bailey Berg
Marcus Whitman Hotel interior with fireplace
Hotel News + Openings
The 9 Best Historic Hotels in the United States in 2026 and Why Each Is Worth Traveling For
October 16, 2026 03:26 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
Left: Prince Rupert Bay; right: Free Up Farm
Food + Drink
The Caribbean’s “Nature Island” Is Also Its Next Farm-to-Table Destination
October 16, 2026 03:19 PM
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Chadner Navarro
The tail of a parked Delta airplane with an airport and some lights in the background
Air Travel News
Delta Cuts Several Flights at New York’s JFK Airport Amid Network Adjustments
August 5, 2026 01:11 PM
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Stacey Lastoe
Left: F&B at Chai Pani (okra fries top left); right: Chai Pani interior
Restaurants + Cafés
7 Best Restaurants in Asheville, North Carolina (and What to Order)
August 5, 2026 10:34 AM
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Kay West
Savannah, Georgia
Cities We Love
The Best Small Cities in the United States in 2026
August 5, 2026 02:37 AM
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Sophie Friedman
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection, celebrates the landscapes, flavors, and seasons of the Hudson Valley.
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection, celebrates the landscapes, flavors, and seasons of the Hudson Valley.
Hotels We Love
The 20 Best Hotels in the Catskills and Hudson Valley: Creek Swims, Wood-Fired Saunas, and Cozy Cabins
August 4, 2026 04:07 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Old-fashioned train of the touristic route from Durango to Silverton (USA), running close to a cliff. Green valley on the right.
Cities We Love
The Only Way to Hike the Secluded, Multiday Colorado Trail Is by Riding a Train From This Outdoorsy City
August 4, 2026 11:37 AM
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Matt Kirouac
Two Rose
Food + Drink
These Hot New Eateries Are All Over L.A.—and They’re Not Restaurants, Food Trucks, or Street Stalls
August 3, 2026 02:56 PM
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Dan Nosowitz
Le Sirenuse
Le Sirenuse
Hotels We Love
The 14 Best Hotels on the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Ischia
August 3, 2026 10:33 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
Public Hot Spring
Stay Here Next
This Ryokan Is the Perfect Pause Between Tokyo and Kyoto
August 3, 2026 10:08 AM
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Lindsey Tramuta
Orange Beach, Alabama in July
U.S. Beaches
This Southern State Is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.
August 2, 2026 01:38 PM
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Tom Burson
Polish and US passports
Visas + Passports
If You Have Family From These 10 Countries, You Can Get Dual Citizenship
July 31, 2026 02:03 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
Aerial view of the remains of the artificial harbor in Gold Beach, Normandy D-Day Beaches UNESCO site -
History + Culture
UNESCO Just Named 25 New World Heritage Sites—Including America’s First Since 2023
July 31, 2026 12:47 PM
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Pat Tompkins
The German town of Rüdesheim am Rhein lines the shore of the Rhine River with green hills rising behind the town's buildings
Trending News
Could Your European River Cruise Be Thwarted by Low Water Levels? Here’s What to Know
July 31, 2026 10:40 AM
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Jeri Clausing
View of the colorful buildings on the seafront in the town of Aldeburgh, Suffolk. UK
Hiking + Cycling
The Prettiest English Villages Along the World’s Longest Coastal Trail
July 31, 2026 09:10 AM
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Emma John
At Paradisus Cancun, wellness is a personal journey that can begin with a swim in the pool or the Caribbean Sea.
Hotels
This Cancún Icon Just Reinvented What an All-Inclusive Can Be
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Timber interiors and picture windows framing forest views, with rug and wooden floors
Stay Here Next
At This British Columbia Wilderness Lodge, Luxury Has a Larger Purpose
July 30, 2026 02:57 PM
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Mary Holland
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Art + Culture
The Hottest Thing in New Orleans Right Now? Its Literary Scene
July 30, 2026 08:00 AM
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Aube Rey Lescure
A beautiful spring season at Jasna Lake in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Triglav National Park
National Parks
These 6 National Parks in Europe Have Glacial Lakes, Nearby Chalets, and Way Fewer Tourists
July 29, 2026 03:02 PM
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Hayley Domin
Saunasaari Helsinki
Trending News
You Can Now Sauna Like a Finn—Smoke and All—Just Off Helsinki’s Coast
July 29, 2026 03:01 PM
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Bailey Berg
Denver, Colorado, USA-August 15, 2024-A high-angle view of a crowded TSA security checkpoint at Denver International Airport (DIA).
Air Travel News
Three Airports Join TSA’s Privatized Gold+ Security Screening Program. Here’s What It Means for Travelers.
July 29, 2026 02:00 PM
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Blane Bachelor
A farmhouse cooking class in Italy
Food + Drink
4 Food-Focused Trips for Travelers Who Love Culture
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Pulling maple taffy on fresh snow in Québec
Food + Drink
3 Cities, 3 Continents, 3 Unforgettable Food Scenes
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Saltbox Seafood Joint - Ricky Moore (L) & Hush-Honeys (R)
Road Trips
The Ultimate Road Trip Through North Carolina’s Creative Heart
July 28, 2026 02:54 PM
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Sheryl Nance-Nash
A double-decker bar with a thatched roof floating in a turquoise ocean
Bars + Nightlife
10 Cool Floating Bars Around the World, Including a Caribbean Taco Shack and a Wine Spot in Montenegro
July 28, 2026 01:34 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Explore the stunning azure waters and mountainous backdrop of Corfu's coastline in Greece.
Where to Travel Next
These Are the 5 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad
July 28, 2026 12:30 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
A stunning view of Panama City's skyline with the historic Casco Viejo in the foreground under a bright blue sky.
Trending News
The Best Country for Living Abroad Is Closer to the U.S. Than You Might Think
July 28, 2026 12:23 PM
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Michelle Baran
Tarabel Lisbon occupies a restored 19th-century mansion in Lisbon's elegant Lapa neighborhood.
Tarabel Lisbon occupies a restored 19th-century mansion in Lisbon's elegant Lapa neighborhood.
Hotels We Love
The 12 Best Hotels in Lisbon
July 28, 2026 11:14 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Woman holding LifeStraw Go Series plastic filtered water bottle and a tote bag at a train station.
Packing Tips + Gear
The 10 Best Water Bottles for Hiking, Beach Trips, and Urban Walks, Reviewed by Travel Editors
July 27, 2026 12:48 PM
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Kelly Bastone
Left: Blue Ridge Mountains, Western North Carolina; right: Looking Glass Falls
Outdoor Adventure
Best Outdoor Activities in Asheville: 5 Adventures for Every Skill Level
July 27, 2026 09:28 AM
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Erin McGrady
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