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Strolling along Las Ramblas through Barcelona’s atmospheric Gothic Quarter, past the bustling Boqueria food market, and on to elegant Place de Catalunya is one of the planet’s great pedestrian pleasures. Save time to explore the creations of visionary architect Antoni Gaudí, including his hallucinogenic, and as yet unfinished Sagrada Familia basilica, as well shopping on Passeig de Gracia, and the beaches and cafés of trendy Barceloneta, a haven for locals on hot summer weekends. <br /><br /><strong>Travel Tip:</strong> It’s not too late: Passengers traveling on Lufthansa will find a full range of shops for souvenir hunting in Terminal 1 of Barcelona Airport—including retailers selling branded FC Barcelona goods.

Primavera Music Founder Pablo Soler on Barcelona’s Cool Beat

Pablo Soler, the founder of the Primavera Sound Music Festival, loves new music and great food. He finds plenty of both near his home in El Born. Here, his story.

March 18, 2015 02:20 PM

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Jen Murphy

Travel for Good

Coolest Travel Jobs: What It’s Like to Work for Doctors Without Borders

From fighting Ebola to dealing with the refugee crisis, this doctor has seen it all. This is what his life is like.

September 13, 2017 04:52 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Bars + Nightlife

You Won’t Believe What People in Tofino Put In Their Drinks

The surf town takes serious advantage of their local ingredients—and not just in their food.

November 9, 2015 07:30 PM

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Charyn Pfeuffer

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Yes, You Can Travel to Georgia

A mini guide to planning your big trip.

April 21, 2016 05:21 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Solo Travel

Travel Tips From an Adventurer Who Walked 7,456 Miles Across Africa

Mario Rigby recently returned from a walk across Africa, traversing the continent from Capetown to Cairo. The journey took two years and three months. Here’s what he learned.

June 15, 2018 04:30 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Tips + News

What Life Looks Like in Locked-Down Countries

Across the globe, countries are closing borders and asking citizens to stay home in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak. Here’s what people are doing to cope.

April 24, 2020 02:00 PM

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Terry Ward

The Future of Travel

How Your Hotel Might Be Helping to End Hunger

Luxury hotels are stepping up to feed their communities—literally.

February 16, 2017 06:23 PM

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Allyson Reedy

Dramatic cliffs line the shoreline on the island of Ponza in Italy

Destination Spotlight

5 Reasons You’ll Fall In Love With This Hidden Italian Island

September 14, 2015 02:28 PM

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Nick Pachelli

Festivals + Events

7 Ways to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love in San Francisco

From a big-deal exhibit to hotel deals, here’s how you can get groovy in the Bay Area this summer.

May 18, 2017 06:50 PM

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Tamara Palmer

Founder’s Note

How to Travel Beyond the Postcard

Travel deeper.

April 5, 2016 07:28 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Outdoor Adventure

Norway Is One of the World’s Happiest Countries. Is Friluftsliv the Secret?

Fjordside farms, foraged cuisine, and the Mountain Code: Norwegians claim to have a unique relationship with nature. Perhaps it’s something in their nature.

July 24, 2019 01:50 PM

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Lisa Abend

Books

Required Reading: 29 New Books for Every Type of Traveler

From a history of the German punk movement to an illustrated, kid-friendly guide to the world’s greatest mountain, there’s a book on this list for each adventurer in your life.

October 10, 2018 04:43 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Answers to Every Question You Might Have About Traveling to Cuba

What you need to know to book and plan your trip to Cuba.

July 29, 2016 07:26 PM

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Staff

Festivals + Events

How to Survive and Thrive at America’s Cup 35

If you’re in Bermuda for the big event, here’s how to make the most of your time in—and out of—the America’s Cup Village.

June 13, 2017 05:39 PM

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David LaHuta

Other

The Best Amenity Kits in First Class

Sometimes, it’s the small things.

July 14, 2015 11:23 AM

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Maggie Parker

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