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Why Madeira Is a Fantastic Long Getaway for Nature (and Food) Lovers

You don’t have to travel far to slow down and savor the scenic beauty and delicious cuisine of this lush Portuguese archipelago.

Sponsored by Madeira Promotion Bureau

LGBTQ Travel

The Great American Lesbian Bar Pilgrimage

A surprisingly small number of lesbian bars still exist in the U.S. A few road-trippers are making sure they’re not forgotten.

June 2, 2022 04:03 PM

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Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Food + Drink

Gullah-Geechee Cuisine Is Finally Getting Its Due in Charleston

In South Carolina’s Lowcountry, descendants of the Gullah-Geechee, Africans brought to the state during slavery, are reviving the cuisine that defined the city.

November 17, 2022 12:33 PM

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Tara Donaldson

Lands End offers a patch of rugged wilderness on the edge of San Francisco.

Style + Design

Where to Find California’s Most Inspiring Landscapes

Three creative Californians share the landscapes, neighborhoods, and lesser-known places that inspire their work.

Sponsored by Visit California

Left: Jean-Pierre-Cavigelli; right: Tate Geological Center exterior

Epic Trips

This Man Will Take You to Wyoming’s Best Dinosaur Digs

Fossil-rich Wyoming draws amateur paleontologists from all over the world. Jean-Pierre Cavigelli shows them how it’s done.

April 9, 2026 03:15 PM

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Leilani Marie Labong

Road Trips

The West Texas Road Trip You Didn’t Know You Were Missing

Also known as the “Get-Out-of-Marfa” road trip.

July 21, 2017 12:57 PM

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Sarah Theeboom

Epic Trips

A Distillery Is Opening in One of Scotland’s Loveliest National Parks

File this under: Wish I were here.

May 1, 2020 03:54 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Sakura bloom in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

Where to Go in Spring

15 Places to See Cherry Blossoms Across the United States

You don’t need to fly to Japan to see these legendary pink flowers.

March 10, 2026 01:37 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Open suitcase filled with folded clothes against a striped carpet.

Packing Tips + Gear

This Is Everything You Need to Pack for Your Next Cruise

No need to go overboard packing for your cruise. Here’s exactly what you need to bring for a wide range of activities.

March 3, 2026 05:24 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Outdoor Adventure

This Small City Is One of Canada’s Best-Kept Secrets

With outdoor adventure and wine tours galore, Kelowna is also one of the country’s most accessible cities.

July 7, 2022 04:01 PM

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Lisa Kadane

view of rocks jutting out from the water at Kenai Fjords National Park

Ocean Cruises

The World’s Most Beautiful Fjords—and the Cruises That Will Take You There

From Norway to New Zealand, Greenland to Glacier Bay, Alaska, these sailings offer the best way to view the striking coastal bluffs that make up some of the world’s most stunning fjords.

March 23, 2023 08:09 PM

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Fran Golden

Tips + News

The Highest Outdoor Observation Deck in the Western Hemisphere Is Now Open

The “Edge” in New York City’s Hudson Yards real estate development opened to the public on March 11. Here’s why it’s worth visiting.

March 11, 2020 06:05 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Weekend Getaways

A Weekend Getaway to Sedona Satisfies All the Senses

Eye-popping beauty isn’t the only reason to visit Arizona’s red rock country. Sedona is rich with arts, spirituality, food, and plenty of outdoor adventure.

February 28, 2022 05:51 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

Air Travel News

Emirates Has $878 Flights for Two This Valentine’s Day—but You’ll Have to Act Fast

Dreaming of a romantic getaway to Milan, Bali, or Athens? Don’t miss these two-for-one deals to those destinations (and more) on one of the world’s best airlines.

February 10, 2020 05:19 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

U.S. Beaches

The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California

From Santa Barbara to San Diego, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of miles to 10 magnificent beaches for your next sunny getaway.

November 7, 2022 01:06 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

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