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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 6, 2024 08:43 AM
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Michelle Heimerman
Where to Travel Next
Midtown Manhattan Is Having a Moment—Here’s What to See and Do There
Discover playful hotel rooms, excellent tacos, and an interactive history of Broadway.
May 19, 2023 12:27 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
UNESCO World Heritage
18 of the World’s Most Incredible Ancient Ruins
These UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lebanon, Scotland, and Ethiopia are all worth the trip.
December 6, 2024 11:57 AM
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Pat Tompkins
Health + Wellness
Find Your Zen, No Passport Required, at These 8 Meditation Retreats
You don’t need to go halfway around the world to escape from the stress of daily life.
July 9, 2025 02:09 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Epic Trips
I Fed Elephants and Drifted Through Mangroves in Thailand—All in My Wheelchair
Tour operators are offering more accessible adventures throughout the country.
April 30, 2025 05:33 PM
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Cory Lee
History + Culture
5 Off-the-Path Experiences You’ll Never Forget
Whether you’re hunting for rare Italian truffles or meeting Japan’s legendary pearl divers, these five adventures prove that the most memorable journeys often happen far from the well-trodden path.
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Fall 2024
I Took the Paths Less Traveled to Everest Base Camp
A long-distance trek through Nepal’s Everest region offers lessons in Sherpa culture, rural mountain living, and humility.
October 30, 2024 12:24 PM
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Sarika Bansal
Outdoor Adventure
This New 250-Mile Trail Crosses Bhutan, From Forests to Temples
Four days on foot walking the Trans Bhutan Trail, which runs east to west across the Himalayan nation.
October 20, 2022 01:40 PM
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Lacy Morris
Longreads
A Travel Manifesto: 5 Ways to Be a Better Traveler
Our future trips may still be uncertain, but one thing is clear: We can make travel better. Here’s how to begin.
December 2, 2020 09:05 AM
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Eric Weiner
History + Culture
The Thai Touch: Mingle with Locals on a Thailand Tour
Why do monks wear saffron robes, what does rambutan taste like, and how does it feel to wear necklaces of brass rings? Join one of these tours in “The Land of Smiles” for a chance to chat with a monk, help a farmer, or meet Lisu villagers.
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United States Tour Operators Association
AFAR Travelers’ Awards
The Best Trips Around the World: AFAR Travelers’ Awards
There’s never been a better time to dream about your next great trip—starting with these epic adventures.
December 2, 2020 02:25 PM
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Staff
Spring 2026
The Busy Person’s Guide to Slow Travel: 20 Thoughtful Trips for Every Type of Traveler
Trip ideas for staying in the moment, from a music-focused itinerary in the American South to an English garden tour (with plenty of stopping to smell the roses).
April 24, 2026 10:31 AM
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Ellen Carpenter
Nepal
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July 21, 2025 03:53 PM
Hotels
The 11 Best Hotels in Bangkok
These are the best places to stay in Bangkok, whether you’re looking for a contemporary boutique hotel or a riverside grande dame.
November 15, 2022 01:52 PM
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Chris Schalkx
Hotels We Love
These Are the 25 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC
A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 25 best four-star hotels in New York City.
February 6, 2026 08:13 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
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