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Spring flower bloom at Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, California.
U.S. Beaches
These Are Southern California’s Most Beautiful Beaches
From Santa Barbara to San Diego, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of miles of sand to 11 magnificent beaches for your next sunny getaway.
July 3, 2026 03:18 AM
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Michelle Konstantinovsky
Maracas Bay, Trinidad
Trending News
Trinidad’s Tourism Industry Is at a Tipping Point
July 2, 2026 05:36 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
Big Sur, California
Road Trips
24 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.
July 2, 2026 05:27 PM
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Ciera Velarde
A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.
A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.
Hotels We Love
Tokyo Has No Shortage of Great Luxury Hotels. These Are the Ones to Book
July 2, 2026 09:11 AM
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Adam H. Graham
A line of US passport covers with the president peeking through.
Trending News
So . . . Is Trump Really in the New U.S. Passport? What the July Rollout Clarifies
July 1, 2026 06:14 PM
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Terry Ward
a landscape of tofino covered in greenery surrounded by the sea in the vancouver islands canada
Islands
Canada Has More Islands Than the U.S.—Here Are Its 7 Most Spectacular
July 1, 2026 04:12 PM
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Joel Balsam
Hiking
Trending News
How Gear Libraries Are Making Outdoor Adventure More Accessible—and Affordable
July 1, 2026 02:52 PM
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Kris Ann Valdez
Barriere Hotel
Stay Here Next
Stay Here Next: Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York
March 27, 2023 12:42 PM
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Kristin Braswell
The famous dining room in Oxford which inspired Hogwarts.
Books
Are You a Potterhead? Here Are 7 Filming Locations You Can Visit
March 25, 2023 01:00 PM
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Mae Hamilton
A houseboat in Minnesota's Voyageurs National Park sits beneath the green and magenta ribbons of the northern lights.
Hotels
The Best Hotels for Seeing the Northern Lights in the Lower 48 States
March 25, 2023 09:00 AM
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Stephanie Vermillion
view of rocks jutting out from the water at Kenai Fjords National Park
Ocean Cruises
The World’s Most Beautiful Fjords—and the Cruises That Will Take You There
March 23, 2023 08:09 PM
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Fran Golden
A person harvesting wild golden chanterelle mushrooms in the forest
Outdoor Adventure
After a Record Winter of Rain, California Is Experiencing a “Super Shroom”
March 23, 2023 11:57 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Sunset in Gulf Shores Alabama
U.S. Beaches
This Southern State is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.
March 23, 2023 06:51 AM
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Victoria M. Walker
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere
AFAR Approved
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere Is Now on Sale
March 23, 2023 03:08 AM
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Tim Chester
beach with palm trees and ocean in the Dominican Republic
Air Travel News
Delta Is Adding Mexico, Costa Rica, and Caribbean Flights from These U.S. Hubs
March 22, 2023 03:44 PM
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Bailey Berg
Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape is surrounded by Bali's dense green jungle.
Hotels
These Are Bali’s Most Stunning—and Environmentally Friendly—Hotels
March 22, 2023 02:44 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Shopping in vibrant, modern downtown Riyadh
Where to Travel Next
6 Ways to Embrace Saudi’s Past and Future in Riyadh
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Finding adventure paired with unmatched levels of tranquility in the desert
Outdoor Adventure
Why Saudi Makes an Epic Getaway for Outdoor Lovers
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Riyadh is home to an array of galleries, festivals, arts, and more.
Where to Travel Next
How Riyadh Is Transforming into a Must-Visit Center of Saudi Art
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Health + Wellness
5 Ways to Refresh at the Caribbean’s Ultimate Holistic Wellness Spot
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LaGuardia's new Terminal B is unrecognizable for those who haven't flown through the hub recently.
Air Travel News
You’ll Never Guess Which Airport Terminal Was Just Named Best in the World
March 20, 2023 08:56 PM
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Chris Dong
Exploring AlUla’s incredible ruins
Where to Travel Next
How to Travel Deeper in AlUla, the Must-Visit Destination of 2023
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The coast of the Red Sea in Jeddah
Where to Travel Next
How This Saudi Port City Is Experiencing a Cultural Renaissance
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Traditional Saudi cuisine
Food + Drink
From Palm Dates to Cardamom, a Beginner’s Guide to Saudi Cuisine
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Tourists travelling on scooters on a tropical island's dirt road
Trending News
Bali Tells Tourists: No More Motorbike Rentals
March 20, 2023 07:55 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
A serene setting combining the Arizona Biltmore’s distinctive architecture with a desert backdrop
Hotels
How This Hotel’s Stunning Architecture and Rich Legacy Make for a Dream Getaway
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Disputes between local taxi driver unions and Uber drivers earlier this year in Quintana Roo, the Mexican state that is home to Cancun, turned violent.
Trending News
Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico?
March 17, 2023 02:56 PM
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Jeri Clausing
view of Istanbul from the water
Trending News
What to Know About Traveling to Türkiye in the Aftermath of the Earthquakes
March 17, 2023 02:49 PM
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Michelle Baran
Amex Centurion Lounge Seattle
Air Travel News
Amex’s Seattle Centurion Lounge Just Got a Massive Upgrade
March 17, 2023 02:04 PM
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Bailey Berg
Matt Johnson's Sleeping Figure at Desert X 2023
Art + Culture
Desert X Is Coachella Valley’s Biggest Art Event—Here’s How to See It
March 16, 2023 04:21 PM
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Mae Hamilton
6 Great Hikes That Showcase Scotland’s Dramatic Scenery
Quizzes
Can You Guess the Answer to These Travel Trivia Questions?
March 16, 2023 04:11 PM
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Pat Tompkins
What Is Turbulence—and How Can Understanding It Help Anxious Flyers?
Air Travel News
What Causes Turbulence on Flights?
March 15, 2023 01:01 PM
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Ali Wunderman
Wartburg Castle in Eisenach
Where to Travel Next
Discover Fascinating Heritage, Stunning Landscapes, and More in Luther’s Germany
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The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands sits on the turquoise waters of the Fari Islands Archipelago.
Hotels
6 Ways to Use Your Marriott Bonvoy Points for an Epic Vacation in 2023
March 14, 2023 08:08 PM
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Paul Rubio
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Travel for Good
These BIPOC-Owned Businesses Are Thriving in Napa Valley
March 14, 2023 07:10 PM
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J’nai Gaither
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