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A small stretch of beach in the Dominican Republic with some sand, turquoise blue water, palm trees and beach houses.

As Haiti endures severe unrest and political upheaval, travelers may be wondering what the situation on the ground is like in the neighboring Dominican Republic.

March 20, 2024 12:16 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

A total solar eclipse viewed through some foliage

Astrotourism

The Last-Minute Guide to Traveling for April’s Total Solar Eclipse

Haven’t finalized your solar eclipse plans? We’ve got you covered.

March 19, 2024 03:30 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Health + Wellness

“Would a Chinese Grandma Wear This?”

How photographer Andria Lo and writer Valerie Luu—the authors of “Chinatown Pretty”—used senior citizen fashion to get to the heart of Chinatown.

November 22, 2021 04:27 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Loyalty + Rewards

This Is When It’s Actually Worth It to Buy Airline Miles (and When It’s Not)

Buying airline miles can be worth it—but only in specific cases. Here’s how to calculate value and spot the best opportunities to save on flights.

December 20, 2024 07:50 AM

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Paul Rubio

Loyalty + Rewards

Capital One Venture Card Raises Its Sign-Up Bonus to 100,000 Miles

Now, the big question: Should you apply for the Capital One Venture or Chase Sapphire Preferred?

March 31, 2021 05:23 PM

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Eric Rosen

History + Culture

Airbnb Wants to Pay for You to Live in This Italian Village for a Whole Summer

Four lucky people will get to live and work alongside locals on an all-expenses-paid sabbatical in the hillside town of Grottole in southern Italy.

January 16, 2019 12:05 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

10 Border Walls That Artists Have Turned Into Powerful Protests

It takes a creative eye and the audacity to draw outside the lines to turn a symbol of division into a message of unity.

July 30, 2019 05:07 PM

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Maya Kroth

Hotels

5 Things to Look for in a Sustainable Hotel

Go beyond greenwashing and find a responsible retreat that will help you explore your destination while leaving a positive impact.

August 16, 2021 07:32 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Packing Tips + Gear

Away’s Iconic Suitcases Just Got a Major Upgrade

The redesign includes sturdier trolly handles, more pockets, and seven new colors.

August 1, 2023 06:34 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

An Airstream trailer at AutoCamp Zion with a low desert mesa in the background and tree in the midground. A wood fence is behind the trailer and there is a outdoor dining area and fire pit to the left of it.

Stay Here Next

There’s a New Place to Glamp Near Zion National Park—Here’s What It’s Like

For an outdoorsy stay that blends the best of camping and comfort, these retro Airstream trailers offer a fun take on sleeping under the stars.

July 31, 2023 06:35 PM

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Jessie Beck

Road Trips

The 46 Best Podcasts for Your Next Road Trip or Long Flight

The podcasts to listen to on your next long drive or plane ride, whether you’re a history nerd, traveling with kids, or just in need of a true-crime fix.

May 1, 2024 11:02 AM

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Aislyn Greene

a white curved modern building beneath a blue sky

Style + Design

Zaha Hadid Was an Architectural Visionary. Here’s Where to Find Her Most Iconic Buildings.

Futuristic designs by the late architect, “the Queen of the Curve,” are some of the world’s most celebrated structures.

September 9, 2025 04:07 AM

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Sarah Buder

Air Travel News

JetBlue Just Cut These 17 Routes

The low-cost carrier is the latest airline to scale back on its network amid ongoing pandemic adjustments.

January 10, 2022 08:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

rider on horseback in arena with crowd in background

Longreads

This Centuries-Old Indigenous Sport Is Having a Renaissance

Across North America, Native communities are carrying on relay racing—a time-honored, high-adrenaline tradition.

November 25, 2024 08:51 AM

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Kate Nelson

Art + Architecture

10 U.S. Art Exhibitions Worth Traveling for This Fall

The season is filled with thought-provoking displays that you won’t want to miss.

August 27, 2019 09:36 AM

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Allison C. Meier

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