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The Real Reason Travelers Fall in Love With Germany

From pretzels and festivals to Christmas (and Easter!) markets, we talk to an insider about Germany’s appeal.

December 17, 2020 08:56 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

A domed cathedral over a river at twilight.

Art + Culture

The Secret to Seeing the Vatican Without the Crowds

Getting the chance to see the Sistine Chapel without throngs of tourists is an almost religious experience. Here’s how to do it.

August 20, 2024 12:25 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

A christmas market lit up at night, with a carousel and a grand city hall in the background

Holiday Travel

Where to Find Europe’s Most Festive, Unique, and Family-Friendly Christmas Markets

Visit craft-filled wooden stalls, sip mulled wine and hot chocolate, and take in the glittering lights at these nine Christmas markets.

October 18, 2025 04:54 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Two Aldabra giant tortoises leaning in towards each other

Expedition Cruises

Swim with Whale Sharks and Spot Hippos and Tortoises in the “Galápagos of Africa”

A first look at luxury small-ship line Aqua Expeditions’ new sailings in the Seychelles and Zanzibar.

April 30, 2026 06:50 PM

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Fran Golden

Hiking + Cycling

3 Spectacular Places to Hike in Switzerland

Meander through Alpine meadows, scale sheer peaks, and visit centuries-old villages on these top-tier walks.

September 16, 2022 12:34 PM

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Melanie Haiken

Singapore Changi is a treasure trove of unique airport attractions, including this massive indoor garden.

Air Travel News

The World’s Best Airport Has a Semi-Olympic Pool, Giant Trampoline, and More Than 60 Places to Eat

Arriving early encouraged.

March 18, 2026 03:00 PM

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Lottie Gross

The Congregation is a laid-back café housed in a former church in Detroit’s Boston-Edison Historic District.

Restaurants + Cafés

The Essential Detroit Travel Guide for Foodies

Try these spots recommended by a local chef, from an authentic French bakery to an East African–inspired lunch joint.

Sponsored by Visit Detroit

A group of eight ladies in hanbok dance and laugh.

History + Culture

The Best Places to Eat, Stay, and Live It Up in L.A.’s Koreatown

Everything you need to know to get the most out of the largest Koreatown in the world.

April 20, 2023 01:23 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Travel for Good

Video: Around the World, Little Free Pantries Are Providing Relief for Those in Need

Love in the Time of Quarantine is a video series that spotlights solidarity around the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we look at big things in “little” packages.

June 22, 2020 11:58 PM

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Maggie Fuller

A sailboat among the barren and icy landscapes of eastern Greenland with a moonlit sky

Cruise

Want to See the Total Solar Eclipse in 2026? Book One of These Epic Cruises

The August 2026 total solar eclipse will pass above beautiful destinations such as Greenland, Iceland, Portugal, and Spain. These show-stopping sailings will take you there.

November 26, 2024 12:29 PM

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Bailey Berg

Left: An Airbus A220 from Breeze on a landing approach at the John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California, at Golden Hour; right: full menu line-up of Delta's collaboration with chef José Andrés<br/>

Air Travel News

Delta and Chef José Andrés Hope to Shatter the Reputation of Bland Airplane Food with This New In-Flight Menu

“It’s not as if we leave good taste behind when we take off,” the World Central Kitchen founder and chef says of his new collaboration with Delta Air Lines.

October 24, 2025 05:02 PM

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Rachel Chang

Flooding in Venice Worsens Off-Season Amid Climate Change

The Floating City is prone to dramatic, highly damaging floods due to a series of man-made and natural factors that have been exacerbated by climate change.

October 25, 2021 03:41 PM

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Colleen Barry

Key West Snorkelling in the Florida Keys Marine Sanctuary

Water Sports

This Florida Island Is One of the Best in the World for Snorkeling

Tropical fish, brilliant coral formations, and a submerged statue of Jesus are among the many wonders at these Florida dive sites.

November 13, 2024 05:26 PM

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Charlene Fang

A 200-year-old hotel in Dublin is a great place to start tracing your Irish roots, with the help of a genealogy butler.

History + Culture

This Dublin Hotel’s Genealogy Butler Can Find Your Irish Roots

Helen Kelly has helped hundreds of guests at the Shelbourne hotel in Dublin track down their ancestors.

August 19, 2022 03:06 PM

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Juliet Izon

Burj Al Arab is a luxury hotel built on an artificial island in front of Jumeirah beach.

Hotels

Can a Hotel Really Have 7 Stars?

A history of luxury hotel ratings systems—and how the “seven-star” hotel was born.

November 29, 2023 01:53 PM

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Mark Ellwood

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