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7 European Countries Where Your Dollar Goes Further

U.S. currency may be struggling against the euro, but these destinations still offer reasonably priced hotel suites, ballets, and Michelin-recommended meals.

May 22, 2026 12:13 PM

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Sophie Friedman

A straight-on view of the Trevi fountain in Rome with a smattering of onlookers in the foreground

Starting in February, nonresidents of Rome will be required to pay a fee for an up-close viewing and coin tossing at the Trevi fountain in an effort to manage crowds and congestion.

December 23, 2025 11:44 AM

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Erica Firpo

Different foreign passports from many countries

Visas + Passports

The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?

The United States is back in the Henley Passport Index’s global top 10—kind of.

January 15, 2026 03:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel for Good

How to Volunteer in the African Wilderness

Channel your inner safari guide while doing meaningful conservation work in Africa—but be sure to vet your program first.

January 25, 2018 02:31 PM

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Adam Welz

The Chicago Athletic Association's public areas feature several fireplaces.

Hotels

These Are the 18 Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Chicago

Find the retreat that best matches your taste in the Windy City.

May 28, 2025 07:30 AM

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Heidi Mitchell

Tips + News

This Grassroots Organization Is Partnering With New York and D.C. Restaurants to Feed Frontline Protesters

Fuel the People works with local BIPOC-owned restaurants to nourish thousands of people at protests and social justice events.

June 18, 2020 11:42 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotels

Japan’s Mount Fuji Has a New Luxury Hotel With Private Hot Springs and Michelin-Worthy Dining

Gora Kadan, one of Japan’s most respected ryokans, opens its second property, bringing its revered hospitality to a stunning new location near Mount Fuji.

July 18, 2025 11:41 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Health + Wellness

Engaging the World Through Touch

If eyes are the windows to the soul, is touch a tether to our memories?

November 22, 2021 04:25 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Hiking + Cycling

Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly

Here’s why that’s a big deal for visitors and locals alike.

February 8, 2021 12:54 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Easter Island Moai sculptures and interior hotel room of Nayara Hangaroa

Hotels

At These Hotels, the Best Souvenir Was Made by You

Around the world, more hotels are inviting travelers into studios and workshops to create unique and highly personal souvenirs.

October 13, 2025 08:47 AM

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Jordi Lippe-McGraw

Most visitors come to Costa Rica for nature. Twenty-five percent of the country is protected, and most natural areas are easily accessible, though some require going off the beaten path. More than 10 conservation areas are within reach of the country’s capital, San José, and each offers a different nature experience. From the last remaining tropical wet forests in the Mesoamerican Pacific, located in Corcovado National Park, to the stalagmite- and stalactite-filled caves of Tempisque Conservation Area, travelers can see a variety of habitats in one trip. As for accommodations, there are plenty of options for roughing it, but Costa Rica also features upscale resorts where you can retreat and recharge after a day outside.

Where to Travel Next

These Are the 5 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad

These places don’t require a high budget for a very high quality of life.

June 16, 2025 02:32 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Why Only Some Flights Are Canceled in Bad Weather

Air Travel News

Will My Flight Get Canceled Due to Bad Weather?

When there’s snowfall, heavy rain, a big storm, or extreme winds, here’s how airlines decide which flights to operate and which ones to cancel or delay.

November 27, 2024 02:05 PM

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Barbara Peterson

A dining room with a long table with a white tablecloth, a framed mirror over a fireplace, and windows with puffy curtains

Hotels

9 Vacation Rentals That Will Make You Feel Like You’re in “Bridgerton”

These historic villas and apartments across England and Ireland evoke the romantic spirit of the hit Netflix romance series.

June 17, 2024 03:05 PM

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Cat Sposato

Art + Culture

Morocco’s Fisherwomen Are Breaking Barriers in a Traditionally Male Realm

In a small coastal village, a group of Moroccan women have formed the first female artisanal fishing cooperative of its kind.

March 4, 2020 04:37 PM

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Amira El-Masaiti

Miraflores in Lima, Peru near the Pacific Ocean

Where to Travel Next

6 Can’t-Miss Places to Visit in Peru, Beyond Machu Picchu

From exploring a coastal city to indulging in Amazonian cuisine, there’s plenty to do in Peru.

May 1, 2023 11:20 PM

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Marianne Perez-Fransius

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