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Summer 2022

24 Hours in the World’s Greatest Cities

Photos depicting urban centers around the world, from a morning commute in Addis Ababa to a night out in Havana.

October 6, 2022 12:18 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Tips + News

Intrepid Just Launched Its Biggest-Ever Flash Sale

Take up to 50 percent off select Intrepid Travel tours during this three-day sale that ends August 1, 2019.

July 30, 2019 03:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Air Travel News

These Are the Busiest Flight Routes in the World

As more travelers took to the skies this year, these flight paths in the United States and globally saw the greatest numbers of passengers.

December 20, 2023 07:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

At This South African Wine Estate, Farming, Food, and Art Take Center Stage

Spier Wine Farm in South Africa’s Stellenbosch is a 1692 estate that was reimagined through regenerative farming, food, hospitality, and art, all operating as a single system.

April 6, 2026 05:34 PM

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Erica Firpo

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Family Travel

Mexico’s Caribbean Coast Is Ideal for Kids. Here’s Where to Go and What to Do.

This stretch of Mexican beach paradise achieves what many destinations can only wish for: a family vacation that makes everyone happy.

December 2, 2025 12:06 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Beaches

Which French Polynesian Island Should You Visit?

French Polynesia encompasses 118 islands and atolls scattered across five different archipelagoes. Here are five to consider for your first or next trip.

February 1, 2022 03:28 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

Walking across the turquoise pond at Plitvice Lakes National Park, which covers nearly 30,000 hectares.

Outdoor Adventure

A First-Timer’s Guide to Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia

The biggest mistake a traveler can make? Attempting to tackle Croatia’s oldest—and largest—park too quickly. Here’s what to know before you go.

August 11, 2022 12:50 PM

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Jonathan Bousfield

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Outdoor Adventure

7 Ways That Exploring Southern Africa by Land and Water Is Better

From river cruises to exclusive jungle lodges, the pioneering river cruise line, CroisiEurope, brings its distinctive approach to an extraordinary part of the world.

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a black and white historic photo of a group of black people posing on the beach on historic Butler Beach Florida , part of the St. Johns County Black Heritage Trail

History + Culture

A New Black Heritage Trail Puts Florida’s Civil Rights History in the Spotlight

Florida is often overlooked in conversations about the Civil Rights Movement, but the state—specifically St. Augustine—played an integral role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act.

September 9, 2025 03:05 AM

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Mariette Williams

Hotels We Love

The New Era of B&Bs: Zebra Prints, Cannabis Gardens, and Maximalist Mansions

“We wanted to turn the perception of staying in grandma’s attic on its head.”

October 6, 2025 01:16 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Hotels We Love

24 Wellness Resorts and Hotels You Should Book Right Now

These are the 24 hotels we recommend most for wellness.

January 31, 2025 01:00 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What It’s Like to Travel in China Right Now—And How to Do It

Less stringent visa policies and a flurry of new hotels are strong incentives for U.S. travelers to visit the country. Here’s what to know.

May 22, 2025 03:37 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Outdoor Adventure

Sailing Tahiti by Private Yacht Is Surprisingly Easy

Yacht charters offer a blend of immersive access, eco-friendly exploration, and luxurious digs.

October 13, 2023 12:34 PM

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Rachel Rudwall

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit Scottsdale This Fall

New exhibitions and dining options make the most of Scottsdale’s enviable desert location.

September 3, 2021 03:35 PM

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Tim Chester

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