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Holland America Line's 'MS Nieuw Amsterdam' ship sailing through Alaska's Inside Passage with green snow-capped mountains all around

Cruise

The Best Alaska Cruises to Book in 2026, From New Luxury Yachts to Nature-Focused Expeditions

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure, an adults-only sailing, or a truly luxurious escape, these are the best Alaska cruises for every type of traveler.

January 28, 2026 01:22 PM

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Bailey Berg

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in New York City at Home

During quarantine, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate the best parts of a day in NYC from the safety and comfort of your own home.

April 30, 2020 05:21 PM

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Ann Shields

Restaurants + Cafés

Ditch the Dining Hall: U.S. College Towns With A+ Restaurants

Move over fried cheese sticks, bottled Ranch dressing, and overcooked cafeteria burgers: In these nine cities, destination-worthy cuisine is just as important as academic excellence.

August 31, 2018 08:21 PM

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Kim Westerman

15 Beautiful, Abandoned Places Around the World

History + Culture

17 Beautiful, Abandoned Places Around the World

From a deserted Bolivian “train cemetery” to an empty, Romanian salt mine, these are some of the world’s most fascinating and unusual tourist attractions.

February 26, 2024 08:37 PM

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Sarah Buder

The Future of Travel

How Vaccine Passports Will Actually Work

The high-tech versions of yellow immunization cards are on their way.

December 22, 2020 07:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

The Best Restaurants at Los Angeles International Airport

Whether you want one last great meal before leaving the city or you’re looking for comforting food on a long layover, there are plenty of places worth seeking out in LAX.

January 30, 2019 10:30 AM

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Harriet Baskas

Cities We Love

Where to Shop Now in Los Angeles

Explore the best and most stylish shops in L.A.

June 14, 2018 10:34 AM

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Visit California

Outdoor Adventure

10 Incredible National Parks Around the World

The U.S. may be known for its national parks, but these 10 in other countries―from Costa Rica to China―are worthy rivals.

January 27, 2021 06:54 PM

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Kyana Moghadam

Packing Tips + Gear

How to Apply Marie Kondo’s Life-Changing Magic to Packing

Does your suitcase spark joy? Travel can be messy, but Marie Kondo believes your luggage doesn’t need to be.

February 13, 2019 12:32 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Air Travel News

Which Airlines’ Business Class Is Worth the Upgrade? Our Editors Tested Them Out

The benefits of a business-class seat vary from airline to airline. We’ve flown a bunch of them, and these are our top picks—and they may not all be what you expect.

June 27, 2023 09:13 AM

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Billie Cohen

Camping

The Borscht Belt Goes Glamping

Opened in June 2018, the Catskills’ stylish Eastwind Hotel could be the antidote to a sticky summer in the city.

March 26, 2018 01:43 PM

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Matthew Phenix

This house on Necker Island sits on the coast and is surrounded by the sea.

Hotels We Love

Dreaming of a Private Island Getaway? Here’s How to Make It a Reality

At these 14 luxury resorts, it’s possible to have that dream vacation on a private island—without having to own one.

February 25, 2025 03:31 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Art + Culture

Songs From Around the Globe to Help Keep the Gloom at Bay

Music from Colombia, Japan, Brazil, Greenland, and more is just a click away.

March 20, 2020 01:41 PM

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Sebastian Modak

Trains

How to Explore South Africa by Luxury Train

Kick back in comfort on this South African rail tour with Goway.

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