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National Parks

7 U.S. National Parks That Shine in the Spring

There’s no bad time of year to visit a national park, but these spots are truly at their best in the springtime.

March 12, 2020 01:33 PM

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Erika Hueneke

Cities We Love

The Ultimate Palm Springs Travel Guide

Less than two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs has long been the city’s popular desert getaway, welcoming both Hollywood stars and less famous visitors.

January 31, 2019 07:00 PM

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Staff

Hotels

Here’s What the Future of Glamping Looks Like

Across the US, companies are ramping up the glamping game. Here’s where to stay when you want the great outdoors, creature comforts, and next-level hospitality all rolled into one.

April 30, 2018 04:07 PM

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Sara Button

Epic Trips

In Fiji, Preserving an Underwater Paradise—One Tree at a Time

It all starts with a mangrove sapling at Nanuku Resort on Viti Levu.

March 29, 2023 05:40 PM

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Tim Chester

Actor and TV host Alan Cumming has a new entertainment venture, this time focused on bringing you relaxation while flying.

“Traitors U.S.” host Alan Cumming dishes on airport lounges, the essential preflight cocktail, and his new partnership with Virgin Atlantic.

March 27, 2025 03:43 PM

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Cat Sposato

Beaches

You Could Win a Trip to Hawaii—if You Buy a New York MetroCard

Your next Hawaiian vacation could be free with the purchase of a subway ticket this week.

April 23, 2019 01:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

Travel TV Host Kim Haas Is Telling Stories She Wants to See

Her new show, “Afro-Latino Travels With Kim Haas,” starts in Costa Rica.

October 5, 2020 04:15 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Natural Wonders

Crawfish, Cranberries, and Cannabis: U.S. Farm Tours You Should Take

If your definition of a farm tour involves corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and hayrides full of screaming children, it’s time for a rewrite.

July 22, 2019 07:59 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Restaurants + Cafés

This Bistro Was Just Voted the Best New Restaurant in the United States

New York’s Frenchette won the coveted Best New Restaurant award out of 30 newcomers nominated by the James Beard Foundation this year.

May 7, 2019 01:14 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

U.S. Beaches

7 Gorgeous East Coast Beach Towns That Are Even Better in the Fall

A beach trip during autumn may be even better than in summer.

September 6, 2024 05:53 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Aboard an accessible catamaran off of Miami, Florida

Travel for Good

Florida Wants to Be a Leader in Accessible Travel. Is It?

In recent years, the state has invested significantly in accessible tourism.

October 19, 2022 11:13 AM

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Victoria M. Walker

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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

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Travel for Good

These BIPOC-Owned Businesses Are Thriving in Napa Valley

Several entrepreneurs have helped change the face and the landscape of the region.

March 14, 2023 07:10 PM

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J’nai Gaither

Longreads

The Man Who Sits With the Sky

In Yellowknife, Canada, Joe Bailey has earned the nickname “Aurora Hunter” for his uncanny ability to find and follow one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena: the Northern Lights.

February 22, 2022 08:44 AM

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Shruti Swamy

What Is Turbulence—and How Can Understanding It Help Anxious Flyers?

Air Travel News

What Causes Turbulence on Flights?

Reports of severe turbulence on planes (and in some cases, injuries) can make flying stressful. But understanding what turbulence is—and why it’s not so bad—can help ease fears.

March 15, 2023 01:01 PM

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Ali Wunderman

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