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Rolling green hills are basked in sunlight and the town of San Luis Obispo is seen in the valley.

Slow Travel Is In, and This California Town Does It Right

From scenic bike rides and historic spas to stylish hotels and eco-friendly wineries, there are many ways to enjoy San Luis Obispo mindfully.

Sponsored by Emerald Cruises & Tours

Hiking + Cycling

In Scotland, Hiking Where Royals Roam

Following in the footsteps of British monarchs on a guided ghillie walk in Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park.

November 6, 2023 10:36 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Epic Trips

I Took My Two Year Old on a Global Trip—and Found the Music of This Country Life-Changing

One writer and her two-year-old boy were enchanted by the sounds of India.

April 30, 2025 05:47 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Tanya (Jennifer Coolidge) and Portia (Haley Lu Richardson) chat with White Lotus concierge Valentina (Sabrina Impacciatore).

Art + Culture

5 White Lotus Filming Locations You Can Visit in Sicily

What makes a good vacation? The second season of “The White Lotus” says murder, mystery, and a beautiful hotel in Taormina.

February 17, 2023 11:19 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Aerial view of Cortez beach with sand beach, with wooden piers, and beach houses on Anna Maria Island, Florida.

U.S. Beaches

7 Airbnb Beach Houses Still Available to Rent This Summer

Summer vacation rentals are booking up fast in the United States in 2024—but it’s not too late.

June 7, 2024 01:46 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

This Subscription Snack Box Is Helping Me See the World

Universal Yums is helping me keep the spirit of exploration alive.

March 27, 2020 11:21 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

A birds-eye view of sailboats anchored near the shore of Lake Harriet in Minnesota.

Water Sports

7 Picture-Perfect Minnesota Lakes You Need to Visit

Go canoeing, relax by the shore while sipping wine, and shop in these charming lake towns.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

Spring 2024

I Took the Most Out-of-This-World Road Trip in America

My solo trip through Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway reminded me why traveling to remote corners of the world is worth it.

May 16, 2024 02:55 PM

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Tiana Attride

Minnewaska Park in New York, cliffs and water

Weekend Getaways

10 Weekend Getaways From NYC for Lobster Rolls, Contemporary Art, and Fall Foliage

Getting out of the city is a breath of fresh air; here’s where to go by train, bus, or car.

October 2, 2025 02:20 AM

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Sarah Buder

Aberdeenshire, Scotland - July 27, 2012: The Balmoral castle, summer residence of the British Royal Family.

History + Culture

The Queen’s Beloved Scotland

In the Scottish Highlands, Queen Elizabeth II could just be Lilibet, walking her dogs and breathing the air of (relative) normalcy.

September 19, 2022 04:36 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Style + Design

Rothy’s New Summer Totes Come With a Clever Detail for Travelers

Plus, they’re sustainably made.

April 14, 2021 02:08 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The new A350 that Qantas is building will have six enclosed first-class suites with flat beds, a separate reclining seat, and plenty of room for eating and working.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

8 Mistakes to Avoid When Redeeming Air Miles, According to Experts

Plan ahead and use partner airline programs to maximize the power of those airline miles.

January 7, 2025 08:36 AM

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Bailey Berg

Travel for Good

Briggs & Riley Is Holding a Luggage Drive for Kids in Foster Care

If you donate your gently used luggage—from any brand—you could get up to a $100 credit for a new Briggs & Riley bag.

April 9, 2021 03:41 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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