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Taking in the views of the city by boat is one of the best ways to get a sense of the scale of Chicago's architecture.

Art + Culture

Chicago Is Known for Its Incredible Architecture—Here’s How to See It

In a city teeming with staggering architecture, it’s worthwhile to take more than a cursory look around.

October 24, 2022 01:59 PM

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Nina Kokotas Hahn

The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has more than 700 guest rooms, as well as 17 restaurants and bars on property. It has had an AAA Five Diamond rating for close to 50 years.

Hotels

How Hotels Get Their Star Ratings and What They Mean

There are more hotel rating systems than ever before. Here’s a primer on what they are—and what they mean.

February 29, 2024 08:00 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Three women in white about to jump into the ocean beneath fireworks

Festivals + Events

New Year’s Traditions Around the World Go Way Beyond Fireworks—These Are the 15 Coolest

Zhuzh up your classic New Year’s Eve celebration with these fun customs from elsewhere.

December 15, 2025 04:27 AM

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Chris Ciolli

Numerous boats out on the water and colorful houses in hues of orange, cream, pink, and white stacked along the waterfront cliffs of Positano, Italy

Air Travel News

American Airlines Just Launched 2 New Dreamy Italy Routes

American is doubling down on Italy for 2025, with new routes and expanded service to the Mediterranean country we just can’t seem to get enough of.

November 1, 2024 06:17 PM

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Bailey Berg

Los Milics Vineyards - steel columns almost hidden by vineyard vineys; exterior tasting room in vinyard

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

This Southwestern State Is Producing Some of the Most Interesting Wines in the U.S.

Arizona’s winemakers are crafting distinctive bottles from high-altitude vineyards, making the most of obscure grapes, bold blends, and the desert terroir.

January 13, 2026 01:25 PM

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Naomi Tomky

Rocky coastline of Lake Superior in Big Bay State Park in La Pointe on Madeline Island in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin USA

Outdoor Adventure

Scout For Shipwrecks and Glimpse the Northern Lights on This Underrated Coastline in the Midwest

Wisconsin’s coast—with its cliff jumping, sea kayaking, and winter surfing—offers plenty of fun experiences.

May 21, 2025 02:40 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Food + Drink

This Neighborhood Is the Most Underrated Place for Asian Food in New York City

Soup dumplings, dim sum, and hot pot—need we say more?

May 1, 2025 02:09 PM

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Rachel Chang

Artisan is making traditional pottery by hands in the Cham village of Ninh Thuan province (Vietnam)

Art + Culture

What Are UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists—and What’s on Them?

The lists are designed to protect endangered traditions worldwide.

September 11, 2023 09:48 AM

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Tim Chester

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Outdoor Adventure

Island-Hop on This Small-Ship Cruise in Hawai‘i

Escape the crowds and connect to the aloha spirit with award-winning UnCruise Adventures.

Sponsored by UnCruise Adventures

The Mykines lighthouse in the Faroe Islands

Air Travel News

This New Nonstop Flight Brings Travelers Straight to Europe’s Best-Kept Secret

Atlantic Airways connects New York and the Faroe Islands in under seven hours.

September 13, 2023 10:14 AM

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Laura Hall

Trains

Travel to the Early 1900s on This Glamorous Train Journey Along Vietnam’s Scenic Coast

The Vietage luxury train is Vietnam’s best-kept secret.

August 26, 2025 02:07 PM

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Anna Haines

back of woman with tattoos looking at ocean and boat

Solo Travel

As a Solo Female Traveler, Here’s What to Know and Where to Go

These are the best destinations for women traveling solo, plus tips for how to go.

March 3, 2025 09:47 AM

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Sarah Buder

Batibou beach, northern Dominica, is considered to be the most beautiful beach on the island. This peaceful, sandy beach, surrounded by tropical forest, is being washed by mild waves of Caribbean sea.

International Beaches

I’ve Visited More Than 80 Countries Alone—This Caribbean Island Is One of the Best Places for Solo Travelers

This small island should be on every solo traveler’s radar.

February 11, 2025 03:18 PM

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Kaitlyn Rosati

Circadian Cellars pouring at 2024 Queer Wine Fest

Festivals + Events

This Summer Is the Last Time You’ll Be Able to Attend the World’s First Queer Wine Fest

The five-year festival in Oregon’s Willamette Valley is closing, but it inspired others across the state.

June 3, 2026 02:37 PM

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Erika Mailman

Inglewood, California / USA - February 14, 2020: Randy's Donuts Bakery and drive-in, a landmark building and roadside attraction near LAX Los Angeles International Airport at Manchester and La Cienaga

Food + Drink

From Jollof Rice to Spicy Aguachile, These 7 Restaurants Offer Global Flavor Near L.A.’s World Cup Stadium

Taste your way around the world in the City of Champions.

January 22, 2026 08:14 AM

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Cathy Chaplin

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