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Hiking + Cycling
Glaciers, Mountain Peaks, and Organic Farms: The Ultimate Alaska Road Trip
This weeklong excursion traverses four scenic byways and juxtaposes bustling Denali National Park, the most popular in the state, with the less visited but no less impressive Wrangell–St. Elias.
June 24, 2019 05:56 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Where to Travel Next
How to Enjoy an Eye-Popping Journey Aboard the Glacier Express
As an AFAR travel expert discovered, a magnificent, best-in-class journey awaits on this legendary train. Here are his tips for doing it right.
Sponsored by
Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade
Trains
From the Swiss Alps to the Outback: 9 Scenic Train Rides to Book Right Now
Planes may be much faster, but trains show you the world in more relaxed, scenic manner.
August 25, 2025 01:48 PM
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Alesandra Dubin
Trains
Feel Like You’re in a Snow Globe on These Scenic Train Rides
Watch the snowy world pass by this winter from within a warm train car.
February 10, 2025 01:10 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Expedition Cruises
Why This Cruise Is the Best Way to See the Northern Lights in Alaska
As the sun’s cycle reaches solar maximum, the aurora borealis will be brighter than ever in 2024 and the “Land of the Midnight Sun” is among the top places to see it. Join the Alaska experts at UnCruise Adventures for a dream trip in the state filled with natural wonders and adventure.
Sponsored by
UnCruise Adventures
National Parks
Yosemite, Arches, and Glacier National Parks Have All Changed Their Entry Requirements for 2026
The Department of the Interior announced the updated rules this week.
February 19, 2026 06:02 PM
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Bailey Berg
Cruise
Sail Alaska’s Coastline on a New Luxury Ship
Sail past glaciers, hike rugged trails, and spot whales along Alaska’s stunning Pacific coastline aboard a new ship built for immersive exploration.
Sponsored by
Explora Journeys
Fall 2023
What It Was Like to Hike the Alps’ Largest Glacier
Glaciers are one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena—they’re also extremely vulnerable to climate change.
October 19, 2023 07:48 PM
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Kathleen Rellihan
Trains
These 6 Glass-Roof Trains Have the Best Scenic Views, From the Grand Canyon to Machu Picchu
Immerse yourself in panoramic railway views thanks to glass domes, skylights, and observation cars.
August 26, 2025 02:09 PM
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Nicole Edenedo
Trending News
These UNESCO World Heritage Glaciers Are Set to Disappear by 2050
Glaciers in beloved travel destinations, including Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Italy’s Dolomites, will be gone within the next 30 years, new research shows. And the effects of that loss will be catastrophic.
November 10, 2022 04:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
Hotel News + Openings
Alpine Dining, Local Artwork, and an Adventure Concierge—Larch House Brings Elegant Lodging to Whitefish
Situated minutes from ski slopes and Glacier National Park, the opening of Larch House marks the first design-centric accommodation for Whitefish, Montana.
January 12, 2026 01:10 PM
Expedition Cruises
Everyone Wants to Go to Antarctica. Here’s Why You Should Sail to This Fjord-Filled Subpolar Region Instead
Striking jagged peaks, impressive icebergs, and hiking through national parks for days—don’t sleep on this up-and-coming expedition cruise destination.
September 12, 2025 07:37 PM
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Stefanie Waldek
National Parks
Alaska Has the Biggest National Parks and Some of the Least Visited. Here’s How to See Them All.
Alaska has the four largest national parks in the U.S.—and four more. Here’s everything you need to know for a visit to these famous (and less famous) natural wonders.
June 3, 2024 01:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
National Parks
How to Avoid the Crowds in America’s Most Visited National Parks
Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Glacier are among the most popular U.S. national parks—here’s how to get off the beaten path when visiting.
July 23, 2025 10:52 AM
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Bailey Berg
Where to Go in Winter
5 Reasons Why Switzerland Is the Ultimate Winter Escape for Every Traveler
From off-piste skiing to a scenic train ride called “the window to the Swiss Alps,” these are the best ways to experience the season in the Playground of Europe.
Sponsored by
Switzerland Tourism
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