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Blue Water And Sky Lake Natoma And Rainbow Bridge Folsom California With Trees Reflected In Water People Paddling

This California Gold Rush Site Holds a Hidden Chapter of Black History

Visitors come to paddle, picnic, and bike along Folsom Lake, rarely realizing they’re standing on the site of a once-booming Black Gold Rush settlement.

February 6, 2026 12:43 PM

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Erika Mailman

View of Philadelphia City Hall across the street with international flags of different countries in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA on May 2, 2025.

4 Days In

4 Days in Philadelphia: Cobblestones, Calder Sculptures, and a 24/7 Cheese Vending Machine

Emblems of the country’s birth, winding river trails, and great eating are a few of the city’s draws.

October 14, 2025 09:02 AM

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Regan Stephens

Gentoo penguins walking toward the camera on a patch of snow with people in expedition gear in the background

Cruise News

Calling All Birders—These Cruises Were Made Just for You

The National Audubon Society and HX (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions) have partnered to launch an exclusive series of bird-watching expedition cruises.

July 15, 2024 06:27 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Hotels

At This South African Wine Estate, Farming, Food, and Art Take Center Stage

Spier Wine Farm in South Africa’s Stellenbosch is a 1692 estate that was reimagined through regenerative farming, food, hospitality, and art, all operating as a single system.

April 6, 2026 05:34 PM

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Erica Firpo

Lake Kussharo Covered with Mist from Bihoro Pass in the Winter, Hokkaido, Japan

Epic Trips

Canoeing, Snowshoeing, and Getting Naked With Strangers in Japan

Embracing “slow adventure” among the lakes and mountains of Eastern Hokkaido.

March 13, 2024 05:12 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Rocky cliffs surrounding turquoise Mediterranean water in Malta.

Where to Travel Next

12 Under-the-Radar Places You Should Travel to Now, Before They Get Popular

We asked travel advisors where to go now, before the crowds catch on.

February 17, 2026 12:14 PM

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Shayla Martin

Kayak, Kayaking, Downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee River FY18 Summer Campaign Assets – Matt Scott, retouched image, campaign image, LC retouched image

Cities We Love

The Best Things to Do in Milwaukee, According to an Emmy-Winning Filmmaker Who Calls It Home

Stroll the RiverWalk, catch some live jazz, and explore the historic district of Bronzeville in a city undergoing a renaissance.

May 21, 2025 05:18 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Summer 2025

How a Failed Fishing Trip Changed My Appreciation for Family Traditions

At Oregon’s Timothy Lake, three generations of anglers carry on a family tradition.

August 7, 2025 03:55 PM

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Chris Colin

People enjoying the nice summer weather in Meldrum Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada

History + Culture

You Can Camp on Remote Lakes, Soar Over a National Park, and Spot Polar Bears on These Epic Canadian Tours

Explore the nature and culture of the Great White North with these Indigenous-owned companies and organizations.

May 15, 2025 12:54 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Aerial view of am monastery surrounded by green fields.

Road Trips

Testing Out the Next Evolution of EV Travel—the Electric Camper Van

One writer discovers the joys of slow, sustainable EV travel in a lesser-visited corner of Québec.

July 29, 2024 04:10 PM

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Elissa Garay

Where to Travel Next

7 Beautiful Places in Italy Without the Crowds

Ditch the crowds and spend some time in these destinations instead.

January 15, 2025 03:19 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Walking across the turquoise pond at Plitvice Lakes National Park, which covers nearly 30,000 hectares.

Outdoor Adventure

A First-Timer’s Guide to Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia

The biggest mistake a traveler can make? Attempting to tackle Croatia’s oldest—and largest—park too quickly. Here’s what to know before you go.

August 11, 2022 12:50 PM

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Jonathan Bousfield

The city of Lucerne, Switerland, at sunset.

Epic Trips

15 Days of Slow Travel Through Switzerland’s Scenic Towns

From lakeside cafés to alpine trails, Switzerland rewards travelers who take their time.

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