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Cruise

The National Geographic Society for the first time named the Southern Ocean as the newest of Earth’s five oceans. Dive into what it means for conservation—and travelers.

August 26, 2021 02:00 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Cruise

There’s a New Way to Sail in the Galápagos—With No Crowds and Plenty of Comfort

On the “Aqua Mare” in the Galápagos, close encounters with the resident wildlife come with standard-setting luxury.

May 15, 2025 01:45 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Outdoor Adventure

8 Great Places Across Canada to Visit This Summer

Get lost in the outdoor regions and bustling centers of the Great White North.

April 24, 2023 09:33 PM

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Elizabeth Warkentin

Outdoor Adventure

5 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Thailand

These five sanctuaries across Thailand offer tourists alternative ways to see elephants while providing the gentle giants a safe place to live.

April 25, 2022 03:20 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Astrotourism

The Next Solar Eclipse Tours Are Already Filling Up—Here’s How to Pick Now Between Iceland Versus Spain

See the 2026 eclipse while sipping wine on a vineyard near a castle or from a hot spring overlooking a glacier-topped volcano?

August 21, 2025 11:24 AM

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Cassandra Brooklyn

Tips + News

Yosemite Has Reopened—and Yes, You Need Reservations

The popular California park is finally cracking open its gates, but for now, entry is mostly limited to day use, capacity is restricted, and visitors will need to acquire a permit.

June 24, 2020 02:54 PM

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Maggie Fuller

National Parks

Mesmerizing Wildflowers Are About to Take Over This U.S. National Park

In Washington’s Mount Rainier National Park, wildflower season typically occurs from mid-July through August—but this year, colorful blooms have already started sprouting across the park.

June 27, 2019 04:25 PM

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Sarah Buder

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

Road Trips

These Epic Road Trips Don’t Require a Gas Station

These five EV drives are charged up with plenty of adventure.

June 26, 2023 08:53 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Tips + News

Yosemite Might Require Reservations When It Reopens

The popular national park is considering a permitted entry system when it reopens in June.

May 21, 2020 07:02 PM

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Maggie Fuller

U.S. Beaches

The Ideal Outer Banks, North Carolina, Beach Vacation

Pair an island with an inlet town for a beach-to-bay, approved-by-locals week on the Carolina coast.

July 2, 2022 09:21 AM

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Anna Katherine Clemmons

COVID + Travel

Australia Is Reopening to Vaccinated Travelers This Month

It will have been about 704 days since the borders shut to defend against the COVID crisis—but who’s counting?

February 7, 2022 11:44 AM

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Rod McGuirk

Hotel News + Openings

Far From Bali’s Crowds, a Remote Indonesian Island Resort Just Opened

Opened April 16, 2026, Indonesia’s 21-villa Nihi Rote has oceanfront pool villas, epic surf breaks, and a hospitality academy for local students.

April 16, 2026 11:21 AM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Where to Travel Next

Horseback Riding Returns to Catalina Island After an 18-Year Hiatus

Guided rides are back on the California island, offering a unique way to explore and a dose of cowboy culture.

April 15, 2026 01:32 PM

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Keri Bridgwater

Epic Trips

An Awe-Inspiring Trip Through the Tasmanian Wilderness

Explore the natural beauty of Australia’s island state and come away with a better appreciation of the environment.

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