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Aerial view of U.S. Route 50—the loneliest road in the USA—and a wind farm in rural Nevada, featuring high mountains covered in desert terrain and snow. Clear blue sky.
Road Trips
7 Unforgettable U.S. Cross-Country Road Trips
Go from one side of the country to another on one of these journeys.
July 4, 2026 11:26 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Spring flower bloom at Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, California.
U.S. Beaches
These Are Southern California’s Most Beautiful Beaches
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
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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
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
Fact or Fiction: Does Red Luggage Get Loaded Into Airplanes First?
June 6, 2024 10:26 AM
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Bailey Berg
The pool at the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi surrounded by palm trees, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a four-story yellow hotel building
Air Travel News
This Airline’s New Flight Stopover Program Includes Free Luxury Hotel Nights
June 6, 2024 08:44 AM
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Bailey Berg
An overhead shot of a bull running through the streets surrounded by people, many dressed in white
Festivals + Events
How to Prepare for the Running of the Bulls at Pamplona’s Festival of San Fermín
June 5, 2024 02:00 PM
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Lisa Abend
A curved and elevated stretch of the Banks-Vernonia State Trail in Oregon, an abandoned railroad bed traversing foggy fields and forests.
Outdoor Adventure
33.5 Miles Were Just Added to The Country’s National Trails System
June 5, 2024 01:14 PM
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Bailey Berg
Lourdes: A Pilgrimage to France’s Holy Waters
In the Magazine
A Skeptic Visits the Holy Waters of Lourdes—And Surprises Even Himself
June 5, 2024 09:40 AM
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Edward Readicker-Henderson
The only thing better than the rail trip of a lifetime is one that is fully planned an organized for you by a well-established tour operator.
Trending News
These New Tours Include Epic Train Trips in Paris, Istanbul, China, and Mongolia
June 4, 2024 06:33 PM
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Bailey Berg
A relatively remote stretch of sand with large scattered rocks in Bermuda with crystal blue ocean water
Ocean Cruises
5 Perfectly Dreamy Cruises to Bermuda
June 4, 2024 01:35 PM
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Brittany Chrusciel
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Books
9 New Books Savvy Travelers Should Put on Their Summer Reading List
June 4, 2024 12:45 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, is located on a private peninsula in Mexico's Rivera Nayarit.
Stay Here Next
Cacao Ceremonies, Grilling Classes, and Artisan Crafts: This Beach Resort Goes Beyond Sun and Sand
June 4, 2024 11:33 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Four statues (a pair of men and a pair of women) painted white in a fence-lined park in New York City
LGBTQ Travel
Where to Find Meaningful LGBTQ Monuments Around the World
June 3, 2024 05:59 PM
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Kelsy Chauvin
Large rock off the shoreline on a foggy morning
Beaches
Sunset Bonfires and Colorful Tide Pools Await on a Weekend in Cannon Beach
June 3, 2024 05:47 PM
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Amanda Calnan Vowels
Packs of sushi at a supermarket in Japan.
Trending News
How Affordable Is Japan for U.S. Travelers Right Now, Really?
June 3, 2024 01:40 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Which Alaska National Parks Should You Visit?
National Parks
Alaska Has the Biggest National Parks and Some of the Least Visited. Here’s How to See Them All.
June 3, 2024 01:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Amsterdam Gay Pride 2018
LGBTQ Travel
The World’s Best LGBTQ Pride Celebrations Worth Traveling For
June 1, 2024 11:02 AM
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Adam M Groffman
Interior of mosque with arches and shadows and sunlight
LGBTQ Travel
Sharing Old Delhi’s Queer History, One Walk at a Time
June 1, 2024 08:52 AM
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Manu Moudgil
Chef Andrew Zimmern of 'Bizarre Foods' wears a white bucket hat and denim apron as he tends a barbecue grill along with some helpers
Ocean Cruises
Learn to Cook from Star Chefs on This New Culinary-Themed Cruise
May 31, 2024 07:24 PM
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Fran Golden
Aerial shot of a walled fort over blue water with turqouise patches
National Parks
Dry Tortugas Is One of the Least Visited—and Most Fascinating—National Parks in the U.S.
May 31, 2024 03:42 PM
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Terry Ward
Rosewood Schloss Fuschl opens July 2024 and is located in a restored castle on Lake Fuschl in Austria.
Hotels
Hotel Watchlist: Summer Openings Smart Travelers Should Know About
May 31, 2024 01:48 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Destination Spotlight
Why These 3 American Cities Are Perfect for a Fall Escape
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Where to Travel Next
3 Fabulous Hotels in Historic Southern Cities for Your Next Getaway
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Loyalty + Rewards
Citi’s New Low-Fee Credit Card Offers Big Travel Benefits and Welcome Bonus
May 31, 2024 10:07 AM
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Paul Rubio
On a recent Singapore Airlines flight, the airplane dropped 178 feet in less than one second resulting in one death and dozens of injuries—some severe.
Air Travel News
Why Some Flight Routes Are More Turbulent Than Others
May 31, 2024 09:12 AM
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Barbara Peterson
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Weekend Getaways
Why Big Bear Is One of Southern California’s Favorite Mountain Retreats
May 30, 2024 04:03 PM
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Tim Chester
passengers sleeping and working on laptops in Air Zealand premium economy seats
Air Travel News
When Should You Upgrade to Premium Economy? 9 Airlines That Do It Right
May 30, 2024 03:45 PM
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Billie Cohen
Large flat rocks at shore of Sarakiniko beach on island of Milos
Off The Tourist Trail
How to Get off the Tourist Trail in Greece
May 30, 2024 02:52 PM
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Helen Iatrou
This suite designed by Andre Fu at the Emory Hotel features large gray seating, blond wood walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Stay Here Next
Everyone’s Talking About This New Hotel in London—Here’s Why
May 30, 2024 01:30 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Martinhal Lisbon Oriente is located 30 minutes outside the city center and has a white exterior with balconies.
Hotels We Love
The 10 Best Hotels in Lisbon
May 30, 2024 11:05 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Lake Kora Boat Dock
Hotels
Summer Like a Rockefeller at These Historic Adirondack Great Camps
May 30, 2024 10:59 AM
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Suzanne Rowan Kelleher
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