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Energetic crowd and colorful flags at Glastonbury Festival in England, showcasing joy and unity.
Art + Culture
6 Music Festivals Worth Traveling for in 2026 and 2027, from a Reykjavík Church to the Shores of Lake Malawi
For a more local experience, build your next trip around an international music festival.
August 8, 2026 02:25 AM
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Tim Chester
View of the ocean and the historic buildings at SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm as seen through a window
Weekend Getaways
This Historic California Coastal Getaway Is Buzzing with New Hotels, Exciting Eateries, and Nature Trails
August 7, 2026 07:25 PM
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Michelle Baran
A bridge-like rock formation in Big Bend National Park with a star-filled night sky up above in hues of dark purple
Trending News
Why This Year’s Perseid Meteor Shower Will Be Particularly Spectacular—and How Best to See It
August 7, 2026 02:34 PM
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Bailey Berg
The Andean lodge and action shot of a dancer
Hotels
These Luxury Hotels Want to Plan Your Entire Trip. Here’s Why You Should Let Them
August 7, 2026 11:57 AM
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Chris Schalkx
The William Vale
The William Vale
Hotels We Love
Brooklyn’s Best Hotels, from Warehouse Lofts to Waterfront Retreats
August 7, 2026 10:40 AM
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Deanna Ting
Athens, Greece
Family Travel
6 Places to Travel Abroad with Your Kids This Year, Including for Northern Lights, Safari, and Snorkeling
August 6, 2026 02:04 PM
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Tim Chester
Image of a rocky landscape overlayed with an illustration of an airplane route map
Air Travel News
Why Flights Are Being Diverted, and How It Could Affect Your Travel Plans
August 6, 2026 01:38 PM
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Barbara Peterson
People flock to Courtland Club for its inventive cocktails.
Food + Drink
Is This New England City Becoming the Nightlife Capital of the U.S.?
July 2, 2025 09:53 AM
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Ellen Carpenter
A plate that has reindeer with crowberry sauce, root vegetables and mushrooms on it
Cruise
New Hurtigruten Cruises Highlight Norway’s Indigenous Sámi Cuisine—and We Got a Sneak Taste
July 1, 2025 07:26 PM
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Nicole Edenedo
A row of vineyard vines in Central California's Paso Robles wine region.
Air Travel News
American Airlines Launches New Domestic Routes—Putting Smaller, Regional Airports in the Spotlight
July 1, 2025 06:51 PM
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Bailey Berg
Photo of an arched bridge surrounded by fall foliage, beneath a blue sky
National Parks
The Newest U.S. National Park Is Home to Bridge Jumping, Scenic Drives, and the World’s Second-Oldest River
July 1, 2025 12:26 PM
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Jessie Beck
A rendering of a bar with floor to ceiling windows at andBeyond Suyian Lodge in Kenya
Hotels
A Luxury Safari Lodge Debuts in Kenya—With Rare Black Leopard Sightings, Camel Treks, and Samburu Experiences
July 1, 2025 11:17 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Block Island's Mohegan Bluffs
Art + Culture
This Tiny New England Island Is Filled With Literal Treasure—Here’s How to Find It
July 1, 2025 11:15 AM
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Stacey Leasca
A lounge area at Eleven Revelstoke Lodge with stone fireplaces and floor to ceiling windows.
Stay Here Next
Ski Runs, Saunas, and Summer Trails: A New Lodge for All Seasons in British Columbia
July 1, 2025 11:09 AM
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Carolyn B. Heller
A three-story pavilion with traditional Japanese architecture behind some foliage in the foreground
Trending News
Japan Airlines Is Giving Away Free Domestic Flights to International Travelers—Is the Deal Worth It?
June 30, 2025 06:33 PM
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Bailey Berg
An aerial view of Bora Bora in French Polynesia's Society Islands with a few lush green islands, including some with larger mountains in the background, and some overwater bungalows in the foreground
Cruise
13 Gorgeous South Pacific Island Destinations for Every Type of Traveler—and the Cruises That Sail There
June 30, 2025 06:32 PM
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Jeri Clausing
A beach with a wall of rocks and dry grass and people swimming
Where to Travel Next
7 Places in Italy You Should Visit in 2025
June 30, 2025 12:24 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
A historic photo of the Mad Tea Party spinning teacups ride at Disneyland
Family Travel
As Disneyland Turns 70, These Are the Park’s Best Historic Rides—and the Most Exciting New Attractions
June 27, 2025 05:18 PM
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Michelle Baran
Beautiful sunset over Bologna, Italy cityscape
Visas + Passports
The Secret Hack for Staying in a Country Longer
June 27, 2025 11:55 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees
Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees
Stay Here Next
Sauna Rituals, Lake Plunges, and Cabins From $175—All a 3-Hour Drive From NYC
June 27, 2025 11:23 AM
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Danielle Hallock
Devils Lake State Park, Devils Lake, hiking, walking, Devils Doorway, East Bluff Trail, couple, smiling
Where to Travel Next
This Midwestern Road Trip Takes in Scenic Small Towns and Landscapes That Inspired Frank Lloyd Wright
June 26, 2025 02:43 PM
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Elaine Glusac
An iPhone screen displaying a digital passport
Air Travel News
Should You Ditch Your Passport and Real ID Thanks to Apple’s New Digital ID?
June 26, 2025 01:32 PM
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Kinsey Gidick
One of the best ways to see the Northern Lights is aboard a Hurtigruten cruise.
Cruise
The Best Way to See Northern Lights in Norway
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Longreads
The Mayor of the Corner Has Seen It All
June 26, 2025 11:33 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Telluride, Colorado
Outdoor Adventure
There’s More to Telluride Than Trails and Ski Lifts
Sponsored by
A Seabourn chef in a white coat standing in front of an olive stand at a market speaking with someone (seen from behind) who is wearing a hat
Cruise
Are Shore Excursions Worth It? Our Cruise Expert Weighs In
June 25, 2025 07:14 PM
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Fran Golden
Milwaukee, WI USA - June 01, 2022: The Milwaukee Public Market and downtown area bustle with activity; vehicles and pedestrians.
Food + Drink
This Midwestern City Is Known for Butter Burgers, Bratwurst, and Custard—Here Are the Essential Meals to Try
June 25, 2025 02:44 PM
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Elaine Glusac
Aman Rosa Alpina reopens in July 2025 following a top-to-bottom renovation. The hotel has a wooden facade and sits amid rocky peaks.
Hotels
The Dolomites Are Getting 3 Luxury Hotels Before the Winter Olympics, With Alpine Jacuzzis and Dreamy Views
June 25, 2025 11:14 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Longreads
Who Gets to Decide What Names Go on Digital Maps?
June 25, 2025 10:01 AM
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Sonya Bennett-Brandt
The front half of a Qatar Airways aircraft seen in the air with the wheels down
Air Travel News
Can You Fly Through the Middle East Right Now? The Current State of Air Travel in the Region
June 24, 2025 07:28 PM
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Blane Bachelor
View of a street in old town Tallinn, Estonia lined with numerous historic buildings and storefronts with red tiled roofs
Cruise
Sailings That Will Make You Smarter—the Case for Taking a “Nerd” Cruise
June 24, 2025 06:54 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Young people relaxing on the grass at Hampstead Heath
4 Days In
How to Have the Perfect Long Weekend in London, According to Locals
June 24, 2025 01:43 PM
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Emma John
A map of the Middle East with Iran in focus and the rest of the region a bit blurred out
Trending News
U.S. Issues Worldwide Travel Alert—Here’s What Travelers Should Know
June 23, 2025 06:39 PM
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Blane Bachelor
Aerial view of the Seixal region of Portugal's Madeira island, featuring a plateau dotted with homes dramatically jutting out into the ocean from a valley nestled between soaring green mountains
Air Travel News
You Can Now Fly Directly to One of Europe’s Most Underrated Island Destinations
June 23, 2025 02:49 PM
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Chris Dong
Mari Vineyards grows and produces Italian-style reds.
Food + Drink
No One Thought This State Would Start Making Some of the Best Wine in the U.S.
June 23, 2025 12:33 PM
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Alexandra Gillespie
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