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No 2021 Mardi Gras Parades in New Orleans, City Says

Instead, officials are seeking ideas for COVID-friendly ways to celebrate the holiday.

November 19, 2020 04:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

The Haldane Suite at the Raffles London at The OWO features dark wood paneling and gilt chandeliers.

Hotels

London Is Having a Big Hotels Moment. These Are the 6 Openings of 2023 We’re Most Excited About

Take advantage of the strong dollar at these ultra-luxurious debuts across the pond.

September 29, 2023 06:00 AM

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Heidi Mitchell

A kangaroo standing in a patch of grass between rows of grapevines

Bars + Nightlife

A Coast-to-Coast Guide to Australia’s Best Wine Regions

Consider this your go-to guide to wineries in the Land Down Under.

March 15, 2024 11:03 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Maison Astor Paris, Curio Collection by Hilton

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Earn and Burn Hotel Points This Summer

Five nights in Paris for just 180,000 Amex points? Three nights in Panama for 60,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points? Here’s how.

April 28, 2023 11:43 AM

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Paul Rubio

Islands

Island Hopping in the Seychelles

Come for the pristine turquoise beaches. Stay for the granite boulders, bold curries, wild hiking, and warm-hearted people.

February 14, 2022 01:02 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The World’s Best Vineyard Is All About Modern Architecture, Mountain Views (and Great Wine, of Course)

A family-run spot in Argentina’s Uco Valley came out on top of the inaugural top 50 list, according to a group of 500 global wine experts.

July 10, 2019 01:55 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

Uncovr, the Tour Company That’s All About Spontaneity Over Scheduling

Linger over long meals and learn from—and drink with—locals in the arts, architecture, winemaking, and more.

February 27, 2020 01:10 PM

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Mary Holland

Tips + News

Quarantine. Self-Isolation. Lockdown. Shelter in Place. What’s the Difference?

A glossary of terms in the coronavirus age.

March 20, 2020 03:05 PM

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John Newton

Food + Drink

Mezcal vs. Tequila: Everything You Need to Know

We dive into the differences between the spirits, including how they’re made—and the brands you should be buying.

March 26, 2020 09:48 AM

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Tyler Moss

Restaurants + Cafés

At Copenhagen’s Buzziest New Bakery, Former Tartine Head Baker Is on the Rise

A massive crowd showed up for the opening day of Hart Bageri, which is backed by René Redzepi and will also supply bread to Noma.

October 26, 2018 08:20 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

White woman in a red dress with white sneakers and a red and white suitcase

Packing Tips + Gear

370,000 Redditors Want You to Travel With One Bag. Here’s How to Do It.

Forget checked bag fees. Master the art of minimalist packing with tips gleaned from Reddit.

December 8, 2025 05:20 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Cruise

There’s a New Way to Sail in the Galápagos—With No Crowds and Plenty of Comfort

On the “Aqua Mare” in the Galápagos, close encounters with the resident wildlife come with standard-setting luxury.

May 15, 2025 01:45 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Annular Solar Eclipse through Clouds, Singapore, December 2019

National Parks

A “Ring of Fire” Eclipse Is Coming This Fall: Here’s Where to See It

When the sun, moon, and Earth align in October for an annular solar eclipse, skywatchers can head to a handful of U.S. national parks for the best views.

June 21, 2023 08:20 PM

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Sarah Kuta

Hiking + Cycling

You Can Win North Face Gear by Tracking Your Hikes on Strava This Month

Join the 100-km hiking challenge on the fitness tracking app in March and you could possibly score a new pair of trail runners—and more.

March 1, 2021 04:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

Tokyo’s New Floating Flower Garden Wants You to Become One With the Orchids

The two newest exhibits from teamLab Tokyo encourage visitors to rethink their relationship with the natural world.

August 16, 2021 06:30 PM

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Mae Hamilton

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