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Pool and view at an Airbnb in Portugal's Douro Valley

Hotels

The Infinity Pool at This Airbnb Might Just Offer the Best View in Portugal’s Douro Valley

A million-dollar view—for less than $500 a night.

October 5, 2023 08:30 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Airbus A321 Neo operated by Play Airlines taxiing for take off at Kevlavik airport.

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

Air Travel News

France Bans Some Shorter Domestic Flights to Curb Emissions

Short flights on select routes where the equivalent train ride is 2.5 hours or less are banned effective April 2022 (unless they connect to an international flight).

December 6, 2022 03:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

airplane window, looking from inside the plane out to the airplane wing, with blue sky and clouds

Air Travel News

Why Is There a Tiny Hole in the Airplane Window?

Don’t panic: That hole at the bottom of your window is supposed to be there—and it serves a vital engineering purpose.

November 20, 2023 07:30 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

7 Famous Pilgrimages Around the World That You Can Walk or Cycle

History + Culture

8 Famous Pilgrimages Around the World That You Can Walk or Cycle

From a Norwegian shrine for a Viking king to the healing waters of mystical lagoons in Peru, these sacred paths will have you lacing up your boots and strapping on a pack.

April 30, 2024 11:36 AM

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Chris Ciolli

Monument Valley is just one of a dozen spectacular parks and monuments in Arizona.

National Parks

The Grand Canyon Gets 5 Million Visitors. These 10 Arizona Parks Offer Pueblos, Hoodoos, and Fewer Crowds

Discover the lesser-known national parks and monuments in the Grand Canyon State.

February 3, 2026 06:30 AM

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Melanie Haiken

Food + Drink

Bakeries, Boutiques, and Beauty Rooms: NYC Is Having a Korean Culture Moment

From a tiny Chinatown wine bar to a Meatpacking District motor showroom doubling as a cultural hub, NYC’s Korean scene is bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever.

February 18, 2026 01:09 PM

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Katie Chang

Guests on AmaWaterways' inaugural Soulful Epicurean Experience sailing look out at vines at Domain de Fond-Vieille in France’s Beaujolais wine region

River Cruises

Black Passengers Are in the Minority on River Cruises—This New France Sailing Aims to Change That

AmaWaterways’ new Soulful Epicurean Experience is the first Black heritage-focused itinerary in the river cruise industry.

November 28, 2023 03:40 PM

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Nicole Edenedo

Hiking sign with a yellow arrow in the foreground, woman walking with an orange backpack in the background

Hiking + Cycling

7 Breathtaking Hikes in Europe That Are Worth the Journey

Mountains, valleys, pilgrimages, and wilderness—these hikes showcase the best of the continent wherever your walking boots take you.

February 2, 2024 10:03 AM

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Phoebe Smith

Natural Wonders

The Southwestern State Hiding Hot Springs, Swimming Holes, and Natural Waterslides

From rocky plunge pools hidden in desert canyons to mineral-rich hot springs with valley views, Arizona hides some unforgettable places to soak.

December 23, 2025 06:01 AM

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Cindy Barks

Islands

6 Unmissable Things to Do in Barbados

Small but mighty, this Caribbean island has activities to occupy any sort of traveler.

April 24, 2023 03:35 PM

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Staff

Trees with amber and green colored leaves line the water's edge. In the distance, a waterfall breaks in the middle of mountains.

National Parks

Everyone Visits Yosemite in the Summer, But Here’s a Smarter Time to Go

Perfect weather, stunning scenery, and more room to roam—here’s why spring and fall are the best times to visit.

Sponsored by Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau

An airport duty-free shop with modern curvy design and counters selling beauty products

Travel Deals

Does Buying Duty-Free Actually Save You Money? Experienced Shoppers Weigh In

How to buy smarter and maximize savings at international airports.

February 22, 2024 01:37 PM

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Iona Brannon

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