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This New “Boatel” Has Its Own Oyster Company on Site

The Shoals opened in May on the North Fork of Long Island, New York.

June 22, 2022 08:22 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Islands

A First Timer’s Guide to Grand Cayman Island

Rare blue iguanas, underwater bronze mermaids, and hundreds of dive sites: This Caribbean island has a lot more to offer than tax breaks.

March 25, 2022 12:25 PM

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Adrienne Jordan

U.S. Beaches

This Southern State is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.

No, it’s not on the East or West Coast.

March 23, 2023 06:51 AM

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Victoria M. Walker

Waters of Waikiki against the city skyline

U.S. Beaches

Where to Find the Best Surf Spots in Hawai‘i

A trip to the Aloha State isn’t complete without riding at least one epic wave.

December 8, 2023 12:20 PM

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Rachel Ng

An Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines aircraft parked almost right next to each other at airport gates

Air Travel News

Alaska and Hawaiian Are Officially Joining Forces. Here’s How That Will Affect Air Travel

More flexible miles, more routes, and (maybe) more expensive flights—here’s your cheat sheet to the Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines merger.

October 8, 2024 08:38 AM

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Chris Dong

People enjoying the nice summer weather in Meldrum Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada

History + Culture

You Can Camp on Remote Lakes, Soar Over a National Park, and Spot Polar Bears on These Epic Canadian Tours

Explore the nature and culture of the Great White North with these Indigenous-owned companies and organizations.

May 15, 2025 12:54 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Coming to an airport near you: new Breeze flights.

Air Travel News

Breeze Airways Is Adding 22 New Routes—Here’s the Full List

The low-cost startup is expanding on the East Coast, West Coast, and in the Midwest—with promotional fares as low as $39 each way.

December 7, 2022 03:35 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel for Good

On Haida Gwaii, Exploring a Thriving Indigenous Culture

On the archipelago off the coast of British Columbia, carvers and cooks, boat captains and botanists are helping revive Haida culture and history.

November 17, 2022 01:38 PM

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Tim Chester

A group of people on a boat off the coast of Malta in the ocean on a sunny day.

Islands

The 15 Best Things to Do in Malta, Mediterranean’s Most Underrated Destination

From ancient ruins and medieval fortresses to beautiful natural wonders, this tiny island nation has a lot to offer.

September 17, 2023 10:34 AM

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Jessie Beck

Homes are flooded on Salinas Beach after the passing of Hurricane Fiona in Salinas, Puerto Rico, Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Alejandro Granadillo)

Hundreds of thousands of Puerto Ricans were still without water and power days after Hurricane Fiona struck the island on September 18.

September 22, 2022 03:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Islands

A First-Timer’s Guide to the Marquesas Islands

Tourism is relatively new to the Marquesas Islands, making it an ideal place for thoughtful travelers to explore.

February 3, 2022 06:24 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Visitors at the poppy fields near the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in Lancaster, Calif., Sunday, April 9, 2023.

Where to Go in Spring

These California Destinations Could Have a Superbloom This Year, Plus Where to Find Wildflowers in the State

From desert blooms in Death Valley to coastal florals in the Channel Islands and popular poppies in the Sierra foothills, here’s where to find California’s wildflowers.

January 29, 2026 01:46 PM

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Deb Hopewell

Outdoor Adventure

Where to Find Luxury in California’s National Parks

From spa escapes to fine dining under the stars, these parks show how nature and luxury converge.

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