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History + Culture

Egypt Rising

The message from the cradle of ancient civilization is: Go now, before the masses return.

December 5, 2018 07:37 PM
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Elaine Glusac
Health + Wellness

Exploring the Mysteries of Love at Mexico’s Most Romantic Resort

Can a hotel really rekindle romance? Writer Chris Colin and his wife, Amy, brave a gauntlet of moonlit dinners, rose petals, and beach photo shoots to find out.

September 12, 2019 09:51 PM
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Chris Colin
Longreads

Finders, Keepers

Deep in southwest Arkansas is a state park that charges visitors $10 to search for gems that can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

May 5, 2021 02:35 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Weekend Getaways

10 Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit This Winter

Bigger isn’t always better when it’s time to get away. Case in point: These smaller, off-the-radar enclaves across the United States are well worth the wander come wintertime.

December 3, 2019 05:31 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
History + Culture

This Is the Best Way to See Jordan

Follow an ancient trade route on foot to get a new perspective on Jordan.

July 10, 2017 01:37 PM
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Michaela Trimble
Art + Culture

How Magnum Photos Has Changed the Way We See Cities

The agency’s members turn photojournalism into art. Here are seven iconic shots that present famous cities in a different light.

July 25, 2018 03:23 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Solo Travel

I Biked Through Albania. Alone. As a Woman.

And discovered that the headlines have it all wrong.

February 10, 2016 08:17 PM
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Rebecca Lowe
Where to Go in Summer

Why You Should Visit Arizona During Its Hellish Summer Heat

Five reasons why it’s still worth taking a trip during the hottest part of the year.

July 17, 2018 12:05 PM
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Sara Button
Style + Design

This French Crystal Maker Will Change the Way You Look at Wineglasses

Get fired up for a trip to France’s oldest crystal workshop, Saint-Louis Cristallerie.

May 31, 2017 07:31 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Restaurants + Cafés

Shake Shack Is the Perfect Airport Restaurant

There’s a reason there’s always a line at the Shack—especially at its airport locations.

June 26, 2017 12:36 PM
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Danielle Walsh
Festivals + Events

The Halloween Capital of the World Isn’t What You Think It Is

This is the fascinating story of how an otherwise normal suburb came to claim its proud, spooky title.

October 23, 2017 11:51 AM
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Miranda Smith
Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Which Airline Has the Best Wine in the Sky?

Not all airline wine offerings are created equal. We ranked six domestic carriers’ lists, from worst to best.

March 7, 2018 05:28 PM
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Bryce Wiatrak
Epic Trips

What It’s Like to Sleep on a Glacier in Denali’s New (and Only) Luxury Lodge

At Sheldon Chalet, you’ll wake up surrounded by Denali National Park.

July 4, 2018 01:26 PM
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Alex Schechter
Natural Wonders

How to See the August Solar Eclipse, According to an Eclipse Concierge

Where, how, when, and why to watch this phenomenon

July 25, 2017 03:41 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Destination Spotlight

5 Unexpected Reasons to Visit Switzerland Right Now

There’s more to this landlocked country than you might expect.

July 22, 2015 10:09 PM
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Joseph Diaz

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