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This Southern City Is Topping Our Travel Wishlist This Year—Here’s Why

New destination restaurants, updated historic hotels, and a bevy of arts events make Charleston the place to get some Southern flavor.

November 5, 2024 03:56 PM

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Ellen Schmedinghoff

An outcropping of dense pine trees at Emerald Point at sunset in South Lake Tahoe, California

Outdoor Adventure

This California Destination is Perfect for All Types of Travelers

Enjoy fine dining, outdoor adventure, and spa days against one of the world’s most stunning backdrops on Lake Tahoe’s South Shore (which technically includes Nevada, too).

The hit HBO series’ third season has scenes shot in Koh Samui and Bangkok. Here’s an in-depth look at the Thailand resorts and destinations featured.

February 14, 2025 06:45 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Cities We Love

Move Over Marfa: This Is the New Art Hot Spot in Texas

The border city of 1 million people, along the Rio Grande between Mexico and New Mexico, is just a three-hour drive from that high desert town of minimalism and conceptual art.

February 13, 2025 05:18 PM

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Sunshine Flint

photo illustration of a view through an airline window onto a stunning vista of an open-air room in the mountains with a bed and a wooden table and chairs

Loyalty + Rewards

These Are the Airline Loyalty Programs That Are Actually Worth It, According to Experts

Airline loyalty programs, many travelers say, aren’t what they used to be. But some are still well worth it—just for different purposes.

February 13, 2025 08:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

A dining table and chairs as well as some loungers on an outdoor deck on the Windstar Star Seeker cruise ship

Small Ship Cruises

Are You an Introvert or an Extrovert? This Newly Launched Yacht-Style Cruise Ship Is Ideal for Both

Windstar Cruises’ new 224-passenger “Star Seeker” is the perfect example of why small-ship sailing is such an attractive travel option, allowing passengers to be as anonymous or outgoing as they like.

June 18, 2026 02:54 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Epic Trips

How to Get the Best Parthenon Views in Athens? Go Rock Climbing

The growing sport has new bouldering routes that merge history with modern life.

May 19, 2026 06:18 PM

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Ryleigh Norgrove

Beaches

10 Beautiful Beaches in the British Virgin Islands to Visit on Your Next Trip

Whether you’re looking to sunbathe, snorkel, or sip a tropical cocktail or two, the BVI has the perfect beach for you.

September 14, 2023 08:05 AM

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Terry Ward

Air Travel News

What It’s Like to Be a Pilot During the Coronavirus Pandemic

While many travelers have been grounded, pilots and flight crew still operate what flights remain in the sky.

March 26, 2020 02:25 PM

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Charlie Page

Claridge's, one of London's most historic hotels, first opened in 1812.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Hotels in London

As the city undergoes a hotel boom in the run-up to the Coronation, we round up the 15 best hotels, classic and contemporary alike.

April 27, 2023 01:12 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Red car parked at scenic overlook in the Blue Ridge mountains. The view is of green hills and mountains

Accessible Travel

Finding Freedom on the Road: Solo Road Tripping While Hard of Hearing

For a hard-of-hearing traveler, an unexpected road trip brings back the joy—and confidence—of solo travel.

September 20, 2024 08:31 AM

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Laken Brooks

Packing Tips + Gear

Pack Like a Pro: What the Founder of Brooklyn Brewery Never Leaves Behind

In this series, we interview figures in business, entertainment, and fashion about their travel essentials.

August 20, 2018 02:55 PM

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Mike Arnot

A view of the White House as seen from the back of the building with its columns, curved balconies, and a fountain and lawn in the foreground

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