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Yosemite Valley Is Closed Indefinitely Due to Wildfire

Here’s what travelers need to know about the Ferguson Fire that has already burned 94,992 acres near Yosemite National Park.

August 9, 2018 09:51 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Sunrise over colored trees at Shenandoah National Park

Natural Wonders

Charming Small Towns, National Parks, and Road Trips: 18 Beautiful Places to Travel for Fall Foliage

Here’s where to spy those gorgeous hues of gold and vermilion, from New England to northern national parks.

August 25, 2025 04:00 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

National Parks

You Can Get Into U.S. National Parks for Free This Saturday

In addition to free entry, you can take part in dozens of volunteer opportunities in national parks across the United States to celebrate National Public Lands Day.

September 21, 2018 01:57 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

The True Magic of Machu Picchu Isn’t Where You Think It Is

Overtourism and new restrictions have made some travelers wary of visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trip can still be life-changing, though—just not in the way you might expect.

June 6, 2018 06:34 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotels

The 10 Best Hotels for Architecture and Design

From a reimagined safari camp to an art-filled Canadian outpost, these 10 hotels get high marks for their innovative architecture and purposeful design.

September 1, 2023 04:23 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Holiday Travel

The Dos and Don’ts of Gift-Giving Around the World

What should you do when someone refuses a gift in Japan? And what colors should you use when wrapping a gift in Italy? We’ve got the answers.

December 7, 2017 05:26 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Food + Drink

You Can Get America’s Most Iconic Foods Shipped to You, Wherever You Are

The Goldbelly delivery service lets you support small food businesses and enjoy your favorite meals from a distance.

June 7, 2021 04:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Underwater shot of diver in bikini next to large humpback whale

Outdoor Adventure

A Scuba Diver’s Guide to the Best Places in the World to Explore Underwater

From Fiji to Mexico and beyond, these are the essential places to dive deep.

September 11, 2025 03:04 PM

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Terry Ward

Summer 2024

New Orleans Is Ready to Tell a Different Story

Writer Santi Elijah Holley heads to New Orleans to explore how the city’s latest offerings help tell a different, more inclusive story.

September 24, 2024 08:07 AM

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Santi Elijah Holley

Air Travel News

The 12 New Airline Routes to Europe We’re Most Excited About

They include new direct flights to great cities like Copenhagen, Kraków, and Vienna.

December 18, 2019 12:01 AM

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Barbara Peterson

Other

The Best Beaches in Malta

Whether you’re in search of red sand, great swimming, picturesque sunsets, or a place to party, there’s a beach on Malta to suit your needs.

December 16, 2019 10:26 AM

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Dave Seminara

Tips + News

What Life Looks Like in Countries Coming Out of Lockdown

As some regions open up from COVID-19 restrictions, we ask citizens what the post-quarantine world looks like.

May 27, 2020 02:46 PM

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Terry Ward

Food + Drink

A Barbecue-and-Brewery Tour of Kansas City

Pair burnt ends with craft beers for a delicious way to experience KC.

May 25, 2021 12:47 PM

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Pete Dulin

Tips + News

South Africa’s Tourism Industry Pushes to Reopen by September

Despite claims that the country won’t welcome international travelers until 2021, South Africa’s private tourism sector is aiming for a September reopening.

June 18, 2020 12:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

What Travelers Need to Know About the Colorado Wildfires Now

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