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How to Share Points and Miles Among Your Friends and Family—for Free

Need more points for a redemption? In select loyalty programs, you can simply turn to your loved ones to pool points together as a group or transfer them among individuals at no extra cost.

May 24, 2024 01:33 PM

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Paul Rubio

Puerto Rico is a small dot in the Caribbean—the whole island takes mere hours to drive through—but its true identity takes months or even years to fully unravel. That said, it is easy to see why Puerto Rico immediately enchants visitors: The diversity of its beautiful coastline is suitable for those who seek peace and those who seek adventure; the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan—lined with colorful houses, museums, and stores—provide a glimpse into the island’s past; the roadside kiosks sell handmade fritters and coconut water; and the island’s many festivals entertain with art and food.

People

Puerto Rico Is Calling to Pulitzer Prize–Nominated Poet Elizabeth Alexander

And she can’t help but listen. The poet who read at President Obama’s inauguration is now heading up an arts foundation, and she’s traveling to connect with the creators they support.

April 26, 2023 09:34 AM

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Kaitlin Menza

Restaurateur Laurent Martin, chef Pascal Guillaumin, Steve Smith, and Rick Steves in Paris, 2022.

People

Rick Steves Wants to Honor the People Who Made Him What He Is

In a year of reconnection travel, the loveable travel icon is all about returning the affection. Ask him about his Uncle Thor in Norway.

April 26, 2023 09:32 AM

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Kaitlin Menza

National Parks

Beyond the Safari in Africa’s Other National Parks

Lions, elephants, and zebras are great, but you don’t have to go on safari to fall in love with these less-visited parklands in countries across the continent.

November 8, 2018 07:22 PM

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Will McGough

Barnes Bay, Anguilla island British West Indies

LGBTQ Travel

My Queer Family Was Out and Proud on a Tiny Caribbean Island

What happens when luxury travelers show up as their full queer selves in places that don’t condone homosexuality?

June 6, 2023 05:24 PM

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Sally Kohn

The railing and side of a cruise ship sailing Antarctica.

Summer 2023

Which Cruise is for You?

23 itineraries for every type of adventure and every type of traveler, on every continent.

September 13, 2023 08:00 AM

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Kelsey Lindsey

Illustrated header for Sisonke Msimang's piece "A Big Family"

Fall 2022

Two Children, One Closed Border: How Australian Lockdowns Affected One Big International Family

When the COVID-19 pandemic ground her globe-trotting life to a halt, writer Sisonke Msimang learned deeper truths about travel.

October 25, 2022 01:40 PM

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Sisonke Msimang

Books

The Top 5 New International Libraries Are Definitely Worth a Detour

From China to the Netherlands, the International Federation of Library Association’s top picks include several creatively repurposed buildings.

August 30, 2021 06:45 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Hiking + Cycling

You Can Visit Countryside Inns, Idyllic Beaches, and Rugged Mountains on These 8 Canadian Hut-to-Hut Hikes

These trails showcase Canadian nature, with wilderness huts and cozy inns en route.

November 20, 2025 06:27 PM

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Chloe Bergé

Safari

4 Great Countries in Africa for Your First Safari

These experiences and operators offer a range of price points and embrace sustainable tourism practices.

June 28, 2022 05:40 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

As we trekked from Namche to Thame, we stopped in Thamo for lunch. The village was busier than usual, as the community worked on building a new stupa. These Buddhist dome-shaped monuments are frequently found throughout the area, and are filled with relics. Tree branches and pine needles burned on a pile of rocks to fill the air with incense as the men worked hard to construct the stupa.

In the Magazine

I Spent 12 Days Trekking to Everest Base Camp. Here’s the Story in Photos.

Images from a quieter hike to Everest Base Camp, filled with visits to monasteries, walks through ancient forests, and stops in local villages

November 6, 2024 08:43 AM

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Michelle Heimerman

Aman Rosa Alpina reopens in July 2025 following a top-to-bottom renovation. The hotel has a wooden facade and sits amid rocky peaks.

Hotels

The Dolomites Are Getting 3 Luxury Hotels Before the Winter Olympics, With Alpine Jacuzzis and Dreamy Views

With the Olympics on the horizon, the most historic luxury hotels in Italy’s Dolomites are getting reimagined—and one will soon become an Aman resort.

June 25, 2025 11:14 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Beach Pavilion accommodations at Amanzoe in Greece feature a private pool.

Fall 2024

These Are the 16 Best Hotels and Resorts in Greece

Greece is always a good idea. Here are the 16 best hotels and resorts across the country, whether you’re looking for a beach retreat, a high-design city escape, or a mountain getaway.

October 29, 2024 10:27 AM

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Nicola Chilton

COVID + Travel

Just in Time for Summer, Greece Drops All COVID Entry Restrictions

Travelers can go island hopping minus the proof of vaccination or prearrival COVID test.

May 4, 2022 06:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Architecture

Why Macao Is the Hidden Gem You Need to See Next

With fascinating history and art, multicultural cuisine, and several new hotels, this bustling city in Asia makes for a rewarding dream trip.

Sponsored by Macao Government Tourism Office

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