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A view of the pool and surrounding desert mountains at Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort in the Greater Palm Springs, California

Treat Yourself to a Wellness Weekend in This Desert Oasis

From sound baths to hot springs and farm-fresh cuisine, this peaceful region makes it easy to care for your body and soul.

Sponsored by Visit Greater Palm Springs

Coral Hill villa at Bequia Beach Hotel overlooks the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Hotels

Why Your Next Hotel Booking Could Be . . . a Villa Rental

More hotels than ever are offering villa rentals that pair ultra-private experiences with resort-style amenities.

March 31, 2023 02:05 PM

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Mary Holland

Two adults and a child bike on a wooden path that cuts through the green grass in the mountain valley. Behind them, green trees and large gray mountains loom.

Festivals + Events

7 Festivals Near Yosemite That Are Worth Planning Your Trip Around

Come for the waterfalls and wildflowers; stay for the festivals and live music.

Sponsored by Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau

Trees with amber and green colored leaves line the water's edge. In the distance, a waterfall breaks in the middle of mountains.

National Parks

Everyone Visits Yosemite in the Summer, But Here’s a Smarter Time to Go

Perfect weather, stunning scenery, and more room to roam—here’s why spring and fall are the best times to visit.

Sponsored by Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau

There’s always something lively happening at Dallas’ Latino Cultural Center.

Art + Culture

8 Ways to Experience Dallas’ Culturally Diverse Arts Scene

From Latinx and LGBTQ+ theater to dance performances set to Motown, the stories of all Dallasites come to life through the arts.

Sponsored by Visit Dallas

A family enjoys a walking trail at Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve East.

Family Travel

Where to Go in Fort Myers with the Whole Family

White-sand beaches, outdoor adventures, and all-ages activities make family time in the Fort Myers area effortless.

Sponsored by Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Islands

The 8 Best Things to Do in the BVI

You’ll notice the British Virgin Islands offer a throwback Caribbean experience: a tranquil, easygoing atmosphere—exactly the stuff travel dreams are made of.

June 2, 2021 07:35 PM

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Brian Major

View of the Amaterasu Railway cars on Japan's highest bridge with mountains in the background.

Destination Spotlight

Seek Nature, Onsen, and Food Culture on This Less-Visited Japanese Island

Sip shochu made from local sweet potatoes, eat sashimi from Kinkowan Bay, hike forest trails, and relax in mineral-rich baths in Kyushu.

Sponsored by Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Book Your Dream European Vacation Using Points

Why pay hundreds—even thousands—per night at Europe’s top hotels, when you can book directly with a reasonable number of points?

July 7, 2022 06:40 PM

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Paul Rubio

A man checks rates at a money exchange house in Buenos Aires, Argentina

The Argentinian government implemented a new regulation on November 4, 2022, allowing visitors using credit and debit cards to obtain a more favorable exchange rate than the official rate.

November 8, 2022 07:07 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Food + Drink

Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break

What actually is “fika”? How do you pronounce it? Best yet, how do you do it right?

February 8, 2021 03:03 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Art + Architecture

Banksy Debuts His First Solo Art Show in 14 Years in Glasgow

“Banksy: Cut and Run,” presents a 25-year retrospective of the enigmatic graffiti artist’s work.

June 22, 2023 05:23 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Where to Travel Next

Why This Mexican Caribbean Magic Town Needs to Be on Your Radar

From outdoor adventures to stunning Mayan archaeological sites, Bacalar makes for a truly magical getaway.

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