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A single boat glides along the dark-blue water in Malta with a large, sand-colored cliff along the shore
Where to Travel Next
The Mediterranean’s Best-Kept Secret Is Now Easier Than Ever to Reach—Here’s Why You Should Go
Travelers looking for warmth and history without the crowds of Santorini or the Amalfi Coast have a new destination to add to their wish list.
July 8, 2026 12:09 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Vista of green cliffs along West Texas Highway 170 on Mexico Border and Rio Grande River
Road Trips
The 10 Best Scenic Drives in Texas, From Wildflower Fields to Cajun Country
July 8, 2026 10:05 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Turquoise cardboard containers of raspberries, blackberries, cherries, and strawberries
Travel Tips + Etiquette
At U.S. Customs, a Single Piece of Fruit Can Cost You $300. Here’s How to Avoid Being Fined.
July 8, 2026 02:20 AM
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Sophie Friedman
Rocky hill with some trees, turquoise water with sunbathers and some white boats
Where to Travel Next
5 Easy Alternatives to Crowded Summer Destinations in France
July 7, 2026 03:49 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA
Road Trips
This Summer Road Trip Crosses 700 Miles of One of the Most Underrated U.S. States
July 7, 2026 02:59 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Different foreign passports from many countries
Visas + Passports
The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?
July 7, 2026 02:23 AM
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Bailey Berg
United States Of America Florida Florida Keys Key Largo John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park snorkeling on the coral reef
Water Sports
This Florida Island Is One of the Best in the World for Snorkeling
July 6, 2026 10:36 PM
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Charlene Fang
An outcropping of dense pine trees at Emerald Point at sunset in South Lake Tahoe, California
Outdoor Adventure
This California Destination is Perfect for All Types of Travelers
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A view of the exterior of The Tahoe Beach Club along the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.
Festivals + Events
Why Lake Tahoe Is More Than Its Famous Lake
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Propeller plane by the shoreline of a beach
Off The Tourist Trail
Skip the Crowds: The Best Places in Florida to Visit Next
February 21, 2025 12:05 PM
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Terry Ward
The Rockley is just steps from the beach on Barbados and is lined with yellow lounge umbrellas.
Hotels
My Favorite New Caribbean Hotel Is Less Than 300 Steps From the Ocean—and Only Costs $223 a Night
February 21, 2025 12:03 PM
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Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
The craggy, snow-dusted mountains of Grand Teton National Park as viewed at dusk with a smattering of clouds in the sky, and a body of water in the foreground reflecting the mountains
Trending News
The National Parks Are at Risk Following Mass Layoffs—Here’s What That Means for Travelers Visiting the Parks
February 20, 2025 07:22 PM
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Bailey Berg
Aerial view of Waterlemon Cay with the North Shore of St. John in the distance in the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park.
Cruise
A Local’s Guide to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands
February 20, 2025 05:18 PM
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Carol M. Bareuther
Packing packing cubes with clothes
Packing Tips + Gear
The 9 Best Packing Cubes for Travel
February 20, 2025 01:56 AM
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Mike Arnot
The Teton mountains rising in the background of a field filled with brown horses and a forest of trees behind them
Family Travel
6 Underrated Spring Break Destinations for Families, According to a Well-Traveled Mom of 4
February 19, 2025 03:30 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
The 16 Films that Inspired Us to Travel
Art + Culture
The 16 Best Travel Movies for Inspiring Wanderlust
February 19, 2025 09:41 AM
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Aislyn Greene
Overhead view of map, camera, pencil, notebook, backpack and travel guide books
Trending News
How to Budget for Your Trip—and Track Spending on the Road
February 19, 2025 01:51 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
The pool at Dar Tantora The House Hotel is surrounded by candlelit lanterns.
Stay Here Next
This Ancient Desert Town’s Newest Hotel Is Lit Only by Candlelight
February 18, 2025 04:54 PM
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Nicola Chilton
Chiang Mai,Thailand-May 5th 2024:Exterior view of Wat Chiang Man-3th-century temple with a gold chedi offering ancient Buddha and elephant statues on scenic grounds.
Off The Tourist Trail
Beat the White Lotus Crowds at These Lesser-Known Thailand Destinations
February 18, 2025 12:41 PM
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Cat Sposato
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Longreads
“Moon” Travel Is The Latest Trend in Tourism. But What Is It?
February 18, 2025 09:53 AM
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Jen Rose Smith
Anantara Lowana Koh Samui Resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, an outdoor lounge space dotted with thatched roof cabanas
Trending News
The White Lotus Season 3 Was Filmed at These Thailand Resorts and Landmarks
February 14, 2025 06:45 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
A collage of two images, one of a blurred flying plane on the left, and of the interior of an airplane on the right
Air Travel News
Feeling Nervous About Flying? These Tips and Expert Advice Can Help
February 14, 2025 01:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
The Shore House Pool at sunset at the Hotel del Coronado in California
Hotels
12 Hotels Opening This Year Worth Planning an Entire Trip Around
February 14, 2025 12:54 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
(Left) La Nube (Right) El Paso
Cities We Love
Move Over Marfa: This Is the New Art Hot Spot in Texas
February 13, 2025 05:18 PM
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Sunshine Flint
Wadi Bani Khalid Oasis
Where to Travel Next
Plan Your Travel Year
February 13, 2025 03:37 PM
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Tim Chester
Spectacular Castles Built in the Name of Love
History + Culture
9 Beautiful Landmarks With Real-Life Love Stories
February 13, 2025 02:36 PM
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Gulnaz Khan
A boat in the ocean at sun rise in Virginia Beach.
U.S. Beaches
This Coastal City Was Just Chosen as the Location for a New Travel Show
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Concept art combining photos of hands holding three cards with the logos of Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton on them against a purple background
Hotel News + Openings
Hotel Loyalty Programs Aren’t What They Used to Be
February 13, 2025 11:35 AM
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Chris Dong
photo illustration of a view through an airline window onto a stunning vista of an open-air room in the mountains with a bed and a wooden table and chairs
Loyalty + Rewards
These Are the Airline Loyalty Programs That Are Actually Worth It, According to Experts
February 13, 2025 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
Las Vegas, DEC 25, 2020 - Beautiful sunset view of the Tivoli Village
Cities We Love
Locals and Travel Advisors Reveal How to Do Vegas Like a Pro
February 12, 2025 04:00 PM
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Cat Sposato
A person in a pink hooded jacket standing at the railing of a ship looking out at soaring green and rocky mountain rising from the water
Cruise
Is This the Best Way to Travel Solo?
February 12, 2025 03:44 PM
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Katie Chang
A tiger resting its head on a rock, gazing into the camera, with greenery in the background
Epic Trips
The Magical Place Where You Can See Tigers in the Wild—and the Best Ways to Seek Them Out
February 12, 2025 03:22 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Blue, grey, and pink shops covered in ornamental white painting line Koon Seng Road in Singapore
Cities We Love
This Is the Best City in Asia in 2025
February 12, 2025 02:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Longreads
Why I Always Visit a Cemetery When I Travel
February 12, 2025 05:21 AM
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Blane Bachelor
A small pool flanked by three lounge chairs and a shaded hut behind with a pink-tinted sunset filling the sky above rolling hills in the background
Safari
I’ve Taken My Kids on Safaris Since They Were Babies, and These Are the Family-Friendly Ones I Trust Most
February 11, 2025 03:25 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
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