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How a New American Capsule Hotel Compares to Japan’s Famous Sleeping Pods

Capsule hotels—enclosed spaces with only a bed—are ubiquitous in Japan but still rare elsewhere. A new micro-hotel at Dulles Airport aims to change that.

April 25, 2019 02:47 PM

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Mike Arnot

Longreads

A Very Big Little Country

For the past two decades, the micronation of Westarctica has grown in prominence—and is now using its power for something other than Antarctic domination.

October 13, 2021 09:25 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tips + News

Traveling to Europe in 2020? Here Are Some Things You Can Expect

When it comes to hopping across the pond for vacation, there’s good and bad news.

December 20, 2019 02:31 PM

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Julia Buckley

Road Trips

How an Unplanned Road Trip Helped a California Family Reclaim the Van

Five days. Two kids. One Eurovan. Here’s what happened when writer Chris Colin and his family set out on a Northern California adventure that redefined the concept of #vanlife.

April 1, 2019 04:20 PM

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Chris Colin

Winter Sports

This Winter Wonderland Is Where You’d Least Expect It

Think Morocco is all desert? Think again.

December 22, 2015 04:12 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Cities We Love

How to Make Sense of the Intense, Timeless, Thoroughly Modern Beauty of Bangkok

The Thai capital is sprawling and sometimes frustrating, but always exhilarating. Here are the best ways to dive in.

August 2, 2017 09:10 PM

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Tom Downey

National Parks

Thailand Will Close Many National Parks This Season

It’s all because of an admirable conservation effort.

June 2, 2017 12:11 PM

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Matt Villano

Hiking + Cycling

How the Australian Outback Is Poised to Become the Next Great Adventure Hub

A new 125-mile bike trail will be the newest addition to the Northern Territory’s burgeoning adventure travel scene.

April 5, 2019 08:17 PM

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Robert Annis

Food + Drink

This Hotel Garden Might Just Revive Anguilla’s Food Scene Post-Hurricane Irma

The CuisinArt Resort will open its brand-new soilless farm on November 1, hoping to draw food lovers back to the island.

September 4, 2018 10:56 AM

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Ashley Mateo

Bars + Nightlife

Zurich Is a Surprisingly Amazing City for Nightlife

Yes, you read that right. Locals in this Swiss financial hub may be buttoned-up during the day, but they know how to let their hair down after dark.

January 8, 2018 05:25 PM

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Joel Riddell

Beaches

The Best Beaches in Croatia, From Secret Islands to Movie Locations

Croatia has some of the top beaches in the world. Here’s how to figure out where to go, whether you’re looking for fun on the mainland or want to explore one of the many islands.

March 28, 2019 09:03 PM

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Anja Mutic

Festivals + Events

Rise of the Tigress: Why Now Is the Time to See India’s 200-Year-Old Tiger Festival

Every autumn, hundreds of elaborately painted men dressed as tigers march through the streets of Thrissur, in Kerala. Two years ago, women finally joined for the first time.

June 13, 2018 08:05 PM

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Nikhita Venogupal

Winter Sports

Mushing Mastered: 7 Lessons From a First-Time Dog Sledder

Dog sledding experiences are growing in popularity. Here’s what to keep in mind if you want to try mushing responsibly.

March 25, 2019 07:50 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Solo Travel

The World’s Northernmost Pilgrimage Route Is in Norway—and Almost No One’s Heard of It

Unlike the cramped, crowded Camino and other famous trails, the St. Olav Ways is so unknown that it’s almost a secret.

January 18, 2019 07:33 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Tips + News

The British Virgin Islands Are Back and Ready for Your Visit

In the aftermath of the devastating 2017 Atlantic hurricane season, the British Virgin Islands are working hard to regain their status as a premier travel destination.

June 7, 2018 05:11 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

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