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The stunning coastline of the Algarve, Portugal

This Airline’s Stopover Program Lets You See Portugal’s Hot Springs, Villages, and Waterfalls—For Free

TAP Air Portugal’s direct U.S. flights and stopover program make it easy to rest and relax during an extended layover in the country.

Sponsored by Visit Portugal and TAP Air Portugal

A ship anchored in the bay of a mountainous island in Indonesia

Cruise

This Remote Archipelago Has Become a Secret Hot Spot for Dreamy Island Cruises

It’s the perfect way to fully get off the grid.

November 08, 2024 12:21 PM

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Chris Dong

Islands

Which Caribbean Island Should You Visit?

Whether you’re looking for adventure, pristine beaches, family fun, or a budget getaway, there’s a perfect destination for your ideal Caribbean vacation.

November 08, 2024 09:55 AM

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Brian Major

Air Travel News

United Is Changing Its Loyalty Program for 2025, Making It Harder Than Ever to Earn Status

There are benefits and drawbacks to increasing the thresholds for frequent flier tiers. Here’s what they are.

November 07, 2024 05:57 PM

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Bailey Berg

International Beaches

I’ve Lived in the Caribbean for 8 Years, and These Are My Absolute Favorite Beaches

As a travel writer, I have spent time in stunning places all over the world—but I haven’t found any region that rivals the Caribbean.

November 07, 2024 09:54 AM

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Amy Gordon

A wooden building surrounded by trees covered in snow and Christmas lights, with a mountain in the background.

Winter Sports

5 Best U.S. Ski Towns with European Charm

You’ll be treated to Swiss chalets, Austrian cuisine, and dramatic pistes at these historic resorts.

November 07, 2024 02:54 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

Visit Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and you'll experience an ecosystem that interweaves the land and ocean.

National Parks

9 Canadian National Parks to Visit for a Beautiful Escape

Nothing solves a bad case of cabin fever like a national park, and Canada is in good supply.

November 06, 2024 04:21 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

New York gets even more exciting during the most wonderful time of the year.

Holiday Travel

8 U.S. Cities Where You Can Get in the Holiday Spirit

Across the nation, cities like Nashville, Boston, and New York put their own regional spin on holiday festivities.

November 06, 2024 12:01 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

person walking above a body of water with mountain in the background

Longreads

What It’s Like to Visit Mars on Earth

After spending three months in one of the driest places in the world, writer Mark Johanson is eager to return.

November 06, 2024 11:28 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

As we trekked from Namche to Thame, we stopped in Thamo for lunch. The village was busier than usual, as the community worked on building a new stupa. These Buddhist dome-shaped monuments are frequently found throughout the area, and are filled with relics. Tree branches and pine needles burned on a pile of rocks to fill the air with incense as the men worked hard to construct the stupa.

In the Magazine

I Spent 12 Days Trekking to Everest Base Camp. Here’s the Story in Photos.

Images from a quieter hike to Everest Base Camp, filled with visits to monasteries, walks through ancient forests, and stops in local villages

November 06, 2024 08:43 AM

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Michelle Heimerman

The Puffy Vest drink coozy in Seafoam, Banana Yellow Brown, Tan, Green Blue1

Camping

25 Great Camping Gift Ideas, According to an Avid Camper

Camping cookbooks, comfy loungewear, and a flask with camp-ready features are only a few of our ideas for the outdoor adventurers on your list.

November 05, 2024 07:21 PM

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Jessie Beck

Distant mountains over Mirror Lake, New York in the winter

Winter Sports

5 Places to Try a New Winter Sport Without the Crowds

If the idea of gliding down a mountain among crowds doesn’t appeal to you, you’re not alone.

November 05, 2024 06:57 PM

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Shayla Martin

Cities We Love

This Southern City Is Topping Our Travel Wishlist This Year—Here’s Why

New destination restaurants, updated historic hotels, and a bevy of arts events make Charleston the place to get some Southern flavor.

November 05, 2024 03:56 PM

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Ellen Schmedinghoff

European-Style Christmas Markets Right Here in the States

Holiday Travel

8 European-Style Christmas Markets to Visit in the U.S.

These markets have all the fairy-tale appeal—no passport required.

November 04, 2024 11:27 PM

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Caitlin Morton

The swimming pool at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc has views of the sea.

Hotels We Love

The 10 Dreamiest Hotels on the French Riviera

From a cliffside aerie to a hideout on the sand, France’s Mediterranean coastline is filled with outstanding luxury hotels—and these are the 10 best places to stay.

November 04, 2024 05:06 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

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