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Why Visit Australia Now—And How to Make It Happen

Want to experience the Australia lifestyle but only have two weeks to do it? Take these trip ideas and dive into the country’s extraordinary experiences.

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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

River Cruises

River Cruising Grows in the US

Plus: Thomas Keller partners with Seabourn and Costa Cruises makes fresh mozzarella

February 24, 2016 07:57 PM

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Anne Kalosh

Art + Architecture

Life Artists: Where Fashion Designer Sheena Sood Finds Inspiration

With her cheery clothing designs, the globally minded designer of abacaxi gives new life to traditional handmade fabrics.

September 13, 2017 03:49 PM

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Illy, the iconic coffee company

Wooden tree house cabin surrounded by pine forest

Hotels

Take Leaf Peeping to the Next Level at These 16 Tree House Airbnbs

These properties prove that, while money doesn’t grow on trees, a great vacation just might.

September 11, 2023 10:16 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cruise

7 Cool Things You Can Now Do on a Cruise

From laser tag to an underwater lounge, these new features go way beyond the standard cruise-ship offerings.

April 10, 2018 01:25 PM

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Sherri Eisenberg

History + Culture

What to Know if You’re in Bali on the Annual Day of Silence

During Nyepi, the Hindu holiday honoring the new year, stillness and quiet sweep the island. Here’s what it’s like—and what to know if it’s happening when you’re visiting.

March 7, 2019 03:38 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The New-Old Reason You Need to Go Wine Tasting on Long Island

Long Island’s wine country has grown up.

April 24, 2017 06:07 PM

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Jackie Bryant

The Future of Travel

Work, Play, and Stay: The Hotels That Have Mastered Coworking

It’s easier than ever to get away without clocking out, now that more hotels are opening their own dedicated coworking spaces. Here are the places leading the pack.

September 25, 2018 06:53 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Food + Drink

Everything You Need to Know About Korean Banchan

What you need to know about the history, etiquette, and ingredients behind banchan, the small dishes that accompany most Korean meals.

August 30, 2021 06:24 PM

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Lavinia Spalding

Tips + News

Puerto Rico Is Open for Tourism, Despite All Those Grim Earthquake Headlines

Nervous about going to Puerto Rico? This map shows exactly where the earthquake swarm is on the island—and everywhere else where it’s still safe to visit.

January 16, 2020 05:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

All Hail the Swiss Farm Stand

The success of the humble hofladen lies in a long-standing pillar of Swiss culture—trust.

September 23, 2021 03:30 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Tips + News

Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)

The country is ready to receive a lot more visitors—here’s what we know.

June 10, 2020 07:44 PM

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Sara Button

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Engage More With Locals on Your Next Trip

Travel is as much about the people we meet as the places we go, but making those on-the-ground connections can be challenging. These sites are here to help.

May 10, 2019 04:15 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Founder’s Note

On the Life-Changing Power of Travel

Travel clues us into how we can—and why we should—build a more just society.

September 26, 2016 06:04 PM

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Greg Sullivan

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