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Banff National Park is full of rugged mountain peaks, emerald lakes, and vast glaciers. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your time there.

Disappointed by the low percentages of people of color visiting U.S. national parks, Diamon Clark and Kristen Walker are creating a sense of ownership through Our Parks Too.

There are several challenges threatening UNESCO’s beloved World Heritage sites.

The beloved glamping brand now offers a new way to experience the great outdoors in the Golden State.

As another summer of national park crowds leads to the inevitable run-ins between humans and animals—sometimes with tragic consequences—follow these expert tips on how best to proceed when you spot animals in the wild.

Mexico is implementing a new cruise tax in 2025 to combat overcrowding—a growing problem in popular cruise ports. Rather than join the masses, head to these lesser-visited coastal destinations instead.

Catch the sunrise on canyon hikes, take an aerial tram to a forested mountaintop, then squeeze in a few rounds of night golf on a world-renowned course in Greater Palm Springs.

Basing yourself near the actual soccer stadiums, not the marquee cities, will save time, lessen the crowds, and unlock local experiences.

The best way to explore the country’s wilderness in winter? Fat biking.

Plan the ultimate American West road trip with 13 state-by-state itineraries that’ll take you to glaciers, canyons, hot springs, beaches, volcanoes, and wide-open skies.

California dreaming? Make it a reality at one or more of these unmissable spots.

From conservation and education groups to organizations helping with recovery efforts in places hit hard by natural disasters like North Carolina and Maui, here’s how travelers can show their support this giving season.

Canada’s largest and most popular national park is closed for the foreseeable future, and the town of Jasper in Alberta has been evacuated as the region battles treacherous blazes.

Sometimes the hardest part of a hike is obtaining the permit, but the crowd-free experience in these pristine destinations is worth the effort.

In January, Ecuador designated a new marine reserve in the Galápagos, preserving a critical migratory route for the islands’ most at-risk wildlife.