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Hiking + Cycling

Why Hiking Makes a South Africa Trip Even More Amazing

Unforgettable hikes are part of the experience when you travel South Africa with G Adventures.

Sponsored by South African Tourism

Camping

Glamp Like a Fancy Pioneer in One of Yosemite’s New Covered Wagons

It’s just like the Oregon Trail, but with air-conditioning.

August 24, 2018 05:48 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Restaurants + Cafés

The Geniuses Behind Shake Shack Just Opened a Taco Stand in Brooklyn

Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group is giving tacos the Shake Shack–treatment at Tacocina, located inside Williamsburg’s waterfront Domino Park.

June 19, 2018 10:42 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Insiders

The City of Might: Five Locals on the Enduring Appeal of Paris

November 30, 2016 08:30 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Switzerland swimming beach river sunshine

Fall 2024

The Best Way to See Switzerland? Jump Into a River

Writer Bonnie Tsui travels to three Swiss cities to take part in the country’s beloved tradition of river swimming.

November 1, 2024 03:55 PM

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Bonnie Tsui

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Washington, D.C. This Winter

A massive light maze, a major museum closing, a boundary-pushing restaurant, and two new hotels mean you should head to the capital now.

December 13, 2019 09:31 AM

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Natalie Beauregard

Bars + Nightlife

5 Great Places to Drink Matcha in Japan

February 11, 2016 01:04 PM

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Alex Schechter

National Parks

How to Get a Haleakala Sunrise Reservation

The National Park Service’s new permit system combats madding crowds, parking dramas, and other growing problems at the summit.

February 11, 2020 02:14 PM

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Matt Villano

Air Travel News

The Only Nonstop Flight From L.A. to Singapore Takes Off This Fall

United is making it faster to get more than half way around the world with new nonstop service from Los Angeles to Singapore.

October 9, 2017 05:33 PM

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United

History + Culture

How to Experience Elena Ferrante’s Naples—and Ischia, Too

The stars of HBO’s hit TV series “My Brilliant Friend” aren’t just the characters, they’re real-life locations you can visit in Italy.

May 4, 2020 02:07 PM

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Casey Hatfield-Chiotti

Epic Trips

Discovering the Magic of Rwanda

Seeing gorillas in the wild would be reason enough to visit Rwanda, but this beautiful country offers much more.

Sponsored by TCS World Travel

Food + Drink

Meet the Woman Behind Maui’s Best Doughnuts

With vibrant hair and a personality to match, Madame Donut proves just as delicious as her signature treats.

November 14, 2019 06:43 PM

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Amanda Castleman

Small Ship Cruises

This Epic Around-the-World Cruise Takes You to 56 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Clear your calendar for the first half of 2021 for this 117-night, 30-country journey from Regent Seven Sea Cruises.

July 31, 2018 03:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Longreads

The Quest to Save the Pink Apples of Italy

The pink apple’s history goes back at least to Ancient Rome—but its future is a little less certain.

June 28, 2022 12:07 PM

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Agostino Petroni

Travel for Good

In Berlin, Travelers and Recent Immigrants Connect Across Cultures

Refugees and immigrants are bringing their skills and insight to the capital of Germany. Here’s how travelers can engage while on a trip.

February 4, 2020 06:19 PM

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Emma John

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