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Spring 2024

I Took the Most Out-of-This-World Road Trip in America

My solo trip through Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway reminded me why traveling to remote corners of the world is worth it.

May 16, 2024 02:55 PM

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Tiana Attride

Outdoor Adventure

19 U.S. National Parks You Can Visit for Free—Any Time of the Year

Of the 63 national parks in the United States, about a third are free to visit every day of the year.

October 3, 2024 04:16 PM

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Bailey Berg

You Can Still Find Old Hollywood Glamour at These Los Angeles Spots

History + Culture

Relive the Golden Age of Hollywood at These Los Angeles Spots

Duck past the theme park advertisements and explore the old school charm of L.A. on your next trip to the City of Angels.

April 4, 2023 09:18 AM

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Vanita Salisbury

A family of three walks along a wooden beach path past a sign noting sea turtle nests

Water Sports

The Best Ways to See Charleston by Water

Paddleboard alongside dolphins, wander windswept barrier islands, and drift through quiet tidal estuaries.

Sponsored by Explore Charleston

Illustration of a globe depicting a handful of flight routes

Air Travel News

These Are the Busiest Flight Routes in the World

As more travelers took to the skies this year, these flight paths in the United States and globally saw the greatest numbers of passengers.

December 20, 2023 07:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

A remote retreat off Utah’s scenic Byway 12 offers road trippers a desert oasis to disappear to.

Hotels

Finding Calm Amid Crisis at a Desert Retreat in Utah

When personal tragedy strikes, two friends seek healing on an adventure-filled trip to Yonder Escalante.

January 11, 2023 08:02 PM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Culture

The Ballad of Burns, the Country’s Oldest Family-Owned Western Wear Store

Established in 1876 and headquartered in Salina, Utah, Burns has been owned by the same family for six generations.

September 29, 2022 07:27 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Woman with backpack and knit hat walking on path in autumn forest.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

You Don’t Have to Be Young, Single, or Adventurous to Take a Solo Trip. Here’s What I’ve Learned.

Tips from a lifelong solo traveler on how to make solo travel rewarding at any age

May 22, 2024 09:36 AM

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Pat Tompkins

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Cities We Love

The Essential English City to Visit—and the Best Things to Do There

Manchester has always been radical, so it’s no surprise that the northern English city is pushing the country’s arts and culture scenes into new territory as well.

December 12, 2023 09:53 AM

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Billie Cohen

Food + Drink

A Singapore-Style Hawker Center Is Coming to Las Vegas This Summer

The first food hall of its kind in the U.S. will reimagine the hawker experience at the new Resorts World Las Vegas, set to open June 24, 2021.

April 14, 2021 10:37 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

A cottage at Firefall Ranch in California with a large veranda featuring a rocking chair and a fireplace

Stay Here Next

There’s a New Luxury Lodge Near Yosemite National Park—Here’s What It’s Like

Just outside the northwest gate to Yosemite National Park, a stylish new lodge invites guests to admire the serene beauty of California’s mountain meadows in every season.

August 29, 2024 11:35 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

Three people snowshowing towards snow-covered mountains, beneath a blue sky

Family Travel

10 Unexpected Family Travel Destinations Across the U.S. to Visit This Year

Ring in the nation’s 250th birthday with train rides, hikes, and museums, from Wyoming to Florida and beyond.

February 19, 2026 01:02 PM

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Tim Chester

The natural limestone arch, Wied il-Mielaħ

Epic Trips

Where to Stay, Eat, and Swim in Gozo

Use this local’s guide for hotels, restaurants, and more to plan a trip to Gozo, one of Malta’s sister islands, known for its authenticity.

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