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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
The commemorative passport begins rolling out July 6. Here’s who can get one—and who won’t.
July 1, 2026 06:14 PM
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Terry Ward
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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
A living room area with a couch, arm chairs, and a large outdoor deck within a suite on the Four Seasons I yacht
Small Ship Cruises
The New Four Seasons Yacht Takes an Approach to Pricing Not Seen on Other Cruises. Will It Work?
June 30, 2026 07:25 PM
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Fran Golden
The topsail schooner 'Pride of Baltimore II' seen at a bit of a distance sailing along the water with four sails and an American flag flapping off the back
Outdoor Adventure
Slow Travel in Style—Where to Sail on a Tall Ship in the U.S. This Summer
June 30, 2026 06:42 PM
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Pat Tompkins
The white facade of Mission San Juan Bautista with a two-tiered bell tower with three bells on the right and a large cross in front of the building
Trending News
California Is Giving Away a Free Pass to 30 Historic State Parks This Summer
June 30, 2026 02:28 PM
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Bailey Berg
People walking around and making selections from a food bar at Alaska Airlines' new lounge at Portland International Airport
Air Travel News
A First Look at Alaska Airlines’ Ambitious New Airport Lounge
June 29, 2026 05:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
Touring Barkers Bay in Barkers National Park by ATV
Where to Travel Next
How to Explore Beyond the Beaches in the Cayman Islands
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A bellman carries suitcases up a staircase at the Raffles OWO.
Spring 2024
It’s a Big Year for Hotels
April 23, 2024 12:36 PM
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Greg Sullivan
The Tower Bridge in London as seen from a cobblestone path with old lampposts and a big tree
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Best London Neighborhoods for Every Kind of Traveler
April 23, 2024 08:23 AM
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Emma John
View of a dome room at Clear Sky Resorts-Bryce Canyon, including a bed, sitting area and floor-to-ceiling windows
Hotel News + Openings
A New Glass Dome Resort Is Coming to Bryce Canyon National Park
April 22, 2024 05:46 PM
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Bailey Berg
A passenger with a backpack standing in the aisle of a Delta ariplane
Air Travel News
Delta Is Making Some Changes to Its Boarding Process
April 22, 2024 12:58 PM
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Bill Fink
Luxury goods on sale at Unclaimed Baggage's Alabama store
Packing Tips + Gear
Where to Buy High-Quality Used Travel Gear
April 22, 2024 12:18 PM
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Juliet Izon
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
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