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Some of the wall hangings are decorated with pineapples—considered a sign of wealth during Marie Antoinette's time.

History + Culture

Marie Antoinette’s Rooms Just Reopened at Versailles—Here’s a Look Inside

The apartment of France’s last—and most lavish—queen was closed for five years for restoration.

July 17, 2023 07:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

Sometimes, visiting places like Seneca Rocks are best made by car.

Road Trips

Travel to the Newest U.S. National Park and Other West Virginia Wonders on This Road Trip of a Lifetime

It isn’t heaven, but it’s pretty darn close.

September 9, 2022 06:40 PM

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Madeline Weinfield

Tips + News

When in Quarantine, Do As the Italians Do

Italian tour operator and author Sophie Minchilli shares her tips for finding pleasure in the ordinary.

March 24, 2020 03:10 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Rocky Mountain National Park, Visitors at the overlook on trail ridge road

Road Trips

Five Classic Colorado Road Trips To Take This Year

From Trail Ridge Road to the Peak to Peak Highway, these are some of the best road trips to take in Colorado.

May 5, 2023 06:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

History + Culture

5 Fantastic Reasons to Visit Curaçao Now

Beyond the sublime, crystalline waters of the surrounding Caribbean Sea, Curaçao’s vibrant culture and one-of-a-kind experiences offer travelers a marvelous, mind-opening trip.

Sponsored by Curaçao Tourism Board

view of a pool flanked by palm trees at Carneros Resort and Spa in Napa

Family Travel

Napa Valley With Kids? The Best Family-Friendly Hotels, Restaurants, and Things to Do in Wine Country

After numerous visits to Napa Valley with her kids, one Bay Area writer is convinced that the region is as much for families as it is for foodies and wine lovers.

April 11, 2023 09:47 PM

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Michelle Baran

A view of 7,103-foot Mount Monolith in the Ogilvie Mountain range on a helicopter flight over Tombstone Territorial Park.

Summer 2024

The Most Wintry Place in North America, and Why We Love It

On a trip to the Yukon, writer Debbie Olsen experiences the beauty and bounty of Canada’s westernmost territory—and learns from the locals who call it home.

September 6, 2024 12:11 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Air Travel News

Why American Airlines Just Canceled Hundreds of Flights

The carrier cut more than 1,000 flights on Sunday alone.

November 2, 2021 04:06 PM

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David Koenig

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Shenzhen Now

With a flood of fancy new hotels, gourmet restaurants, and stylish cocktail bars, this rapidly growing city is a must-visit in mainland China.

October 28, 2019 11:48 AM

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Jake Emen

A tent at Wilderness Mokete in Botswana surrounded by trees

Stay Here Next

This Is the Only Safari Camp for Miles in a Corner of Botswana—Here’s What It’s Like

Set deep within Botswana’s remote Mababe Depression, the new Wilderness Mokete offers exclusive access to some of the country’s most awe-inspiring wildlife spectacles.

December 12, 2024 11:37 AM

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Chris Schalkx

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Savannah Weekend Means Lowcountry Food, Art, and Luxury

Charleston’s edgier sibling offers visitors award-winning food, great art, and fascinating history.

July 18, 2019 06:15 PM

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Stratton Lawrence

A view of buildings in downtown San Francisco as seen from a highpoint on a brick walk.

4 Days In

4 Days in San Francisco: Floating Parks, Parrot Spotting, and a Revitalized Hippie Neighborhood

There’s never been a more exciting time to dig into the drama of this storied city.

November 5, 2025 03:10 PM

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Erin Feher

For Sleepy Hong Kong Residents, 5-Hour Bus Tour Is a Snooze

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