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Europe’s Summer Hot Spots Are Even Better in Winter

From the Canary Islands to the South of France, these places are worth a visit when the crowds thin and the temperatures cool.

December 29, 2025 02:04 AM

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Tanvi Chheda

Sunset over a bridge with two turrets, with a conical skyscraper on the left

Cities We Love

The 10 Best Cities in Europe in 2026 Promise Culture, Creativity, and Green Space

Copenhagen climbs from 14, and the top three cities hold firm in Resonance’s annual rankings.

March 3, 2026 07:52 AM

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Lucy Kehoe

AquaVault’s packable FlexSafe beach safe locked to a lounge chair on the beach

Packing Tips + Gear

6 Must-Haves to Keep Your Valuables Safe on the Beach

These locking beach bags, portable safes, and other security devices are the best way to avoid theft at the beach this summer.

July 9, 2024 12:31 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Health + Wellness

My Favorite Wellness Travel Tip? Bring Your Dog

Who needs meditation retreats when you have a four-legged wellness guru? Pet-friendly travel delivers all the benefits of a spa break, plus built-in downtime and daily adventure.

January 26, 2026 04:30 AM

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Lottie Gross

buildings and vineyard-laced hills on the Douro River

River Cruises

This Scenic Wine Region Is Europe’s Most Underrated River Cruise Destination

Making the case for escaping the crowds sailing Europe’s Danube and Rhine rivers and heading to Portugal’s UNESCO-protected Douro Valley instead.

June 15, 2023 08:40 PM

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Jeri Clausing

A group of young women dressed in yukatas in front of a shrine in Kyoto

Visas + Passports

Japan Just Announced a New Digital Nomad Visa—Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’ve been dreaming of relocating to Japan and you make more than $68,300 per year, you might be in luck thanks to a new six-month visa program launching this spring.

February 5, 2024 06:54 PM

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Mae Hamilton

The living room of the Three Bedroom Penthouse Suite at the Six Senses Kyoto features a large black and white brush painting, large white sofas, and a large terrace.

Stay Here Next

This Dreamy New Hotel in Kyoto Connects Travelers to Japanese Culture

Six Senses Kyoto is the eco-conscious luxury collection’s second urban hotel, and it’s rich in wellness experiences and cultural encounters.

June 14, 2024 12:19 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Outdoor Adventure

In Southern California, Skip the Road Trip, Take the Boat Trip

Make a splash with these four water-friendly routes through Southern California.

April 20, 2023 06:50 PM

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Michelle Konstantinovsky

Travel for Good

Electric Planes Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

Electric aviation is no flight of fancy: Leading airlines like United and EasyJet are onboard as early adopters, with the first U.S. commercial routes slated for 2026.

March 3, 2022 03:00 PM

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Elissa Garay

A high view of a walkway elevated to the height or treetops and a lookout structure at Laurentian Treetops Trail in Laurentides, Quebec

Outdoor Adventure

10 Must-Try Activities in Québec for Adventure Lovers

This road trip through Western Québec delivers with mountain peaks, forest spas, and outdoor adventures for every traveler.

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