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Where to Go in Spring

6 Outdoor Adventures for Spring Break in the United States

Whether you’re looking to dive deep underwater or witness a spectacle in the sky, there’s something for you.

February 24, 2023 12:19 PM

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Terry Ward

Millions of participants gather at Times Square in New York City to celebrate New Year’s Eve.

Holiday Travel

7 Festive Places to Visit for New Year’s Celebrations

For your countdowns and midnight kisses, plan a New Year’s celebration in these jubilant places around the world.

December 10, 2025 03:56 AM

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Lottie Gross

Summer 2023

Experience Nairobi’s Thriving Art Scene Without Leaving Your Hotel

At a boutique hotel in Nairobi, guests get a front-row seat to the city’s thriving creative scene.

September 16, 2023 06:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Longreads

We Love to Hate the Travel Bucket List. Why?

In recent years, the travel bucket list has been much maligned—and for good reason. But one writer makes the case for not throwing it out completely.

July 18, 2023 11:48 AM

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Carey Baraka

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Packing Tips + Gear

How REI Is Making the Outdoors Accessible for People of More Sizes

The outdoor gear retailer’s updated guidelines on extended sizes encourage brands to join its journey toward inclusivity.

April 6, 2023 12:29 PM

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Naomi Tomky

Emmett Till's status was erected in Mississippi more than 60 years after his murder.

National Parks

A New National Monument Has Been Named, Protecting a Civil Rights Legacy

The new Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument is the latest in a series of national monuments recognizing the civil rights movement.

July 26, 2023 03:52 PM

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Bailey Berg

Winter 2025

I’m a Fiddle Player Who Felt Disconnected from the Blues. A Trip On the Mississippi Blues Trail Changed That

Writer and musician Emma John travels south to find the beat—and birthplace—of a special kind of Mississippi music.

January 7, 2025 03:07 PM

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Emma John

Outdoor Adventure

12 Reasons Alabama Beaches Are Perfect for Families

Alabama’s Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer everything you need for a family-friendly vacation.

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Winter Sports

The Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List

Follow this guide to the best things to take on a ski trip, for both on and off the slopes.

January 30, 2024 05:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Dollywood sign near the entrance to the theme park in Pigeon Forge, TN.

Family Travel

A First-Timer’s Guide to Dollywood, Dolly Parton’s Theme Park in the Smokies

Before you head to the famous theme park, there are some things to keep in mind.

January 2, 2024 01:58 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Illustration of a blue station wagon with two dark skinned people in the front seats and two suitcases on the roof rack.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

TSA and AAA’s Tips on How to Handle Thanksgiving Travel

If you’re traveling for Thanksgiving, you’re not alone—so are more than 55 million other people. Here’s what to know before heading out.

October 25, 2024 12:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Long Flights vs. Layovers: The Pros and Cons of Flying Nonstop

Is 19 hours on a plane too long?

July 5, 2024 07:25 AM

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Michelle Baran

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