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Winter Sports

How to Find the Very Best Skiing in Europe

From the Alps to the Dolomites, Europe offers an unrivaled selection of slopes for ski and snowboard fun.

December 1, 2023 12:48 PM

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Mary Novakovich

With places like Kāʻanapali Beach only an hour away from the from Kahului airport, it's no wonder 10 million visitors come to Hawai‘i each year.

U.S. Beaches

13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i

These beaches, spread across five Hawaiian islands, showcase the beauty of the Aloha State’s coasts.

April 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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Rachel Ng

National Parks

These U.S. National Parks Are Hosting Free Stargazing Festivals This Summer

Here’s what you need to know about visiting the parks after dark.

May 17, 2023 10:18 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

5 Cool Southwest Towns That Need to Be on Your Radar

These Arizona small towns are big on charm, history, and culture.

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A collage of photos comprising the Twin Cities' Hmong, Somali, and Nordic communities.

In the Magazine

This Midwestern Metropolis Is One of the Most Diverse Places in the Country

An inside look at three dynamic diaspora communities thriving in Minnesota’s Twin Cities.

September 26, 2023 10:59 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Sunday Funday: A Perfect Day in Copenhagen

Cities We Love

How to Spend a Perfect Day in Copenhagen

Three locals on how to make the most of 24 hours in this cosmopolitan Scandinavian capital city.

December 2, 2021 03:54 PM

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Mary Holland

Camping

Explore the Wildest Parts of Chile With This Pop-Up Glamping Experience

Outpost adventure camps make Chile’s backcountry a lot more accessible—and a lot ritzier.

January 30, 2020 08:43 PM

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Zoe Baillargeon

History + Culture

Follow in the Footsteps of Easy Company on This “Band of Brothers” Tour of Europe

The National WWII Museum is recruiting history buffs and fans of the acclaimed HBO miniseries for a 13-day European campaign, from England to the Eagle’s Nest.

March 28, 2018 04:31 PM

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David K. Gibson

Tips + News

You Could Win 25 Years of Free Annual Trips From This Tour Operator

Exodus Travels is offering travelers the chance to receive one free trip every year for the next quarter century—and all you have to do is enter an online contest.

November 6, 2019 05:20 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

Summer Was Europe’s Slowest Travel Season in Recent History

And with the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the fall might not be much better.

September 8, 2020 01:37 PM

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Raf Casert

Food + Drink

In Grand Junction, Wine, Tacos, and Trails Await

Canyons and mesas surround western Colorado’s biggest city, where an influx of outdoorsy transplants is creating a thriving creative scene.

April 15, 2022 12:57 PM

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Kelly Bastone

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Visas + Passports

Brazil Delays Start Date of New Visa Requirement for U.S. Travelers

U.S. citizens won’t need to obtain a visa for leisure or business travel to Brazil until 2025. Here’s what to know about the forthcoming visa requirement.

April 23, 2024 07:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

Weekend Getaways

Local Getaways: The Santa Cruz Mountains Offer a Much-Needed Escape to Nature

Escape to nature with an easy, woodsy weekend retreat to the Santa Cruz Mountains.

October 14, 2020 05:11 PM

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Jessie Beck

Water Sports

This Virtual Tour of the Great Barrier Reef With David Attenborough Is the Escape We Need

Explore one of the greatest wonders of the natural world on an engaging and in-depth interactive journey with a living legend.

April 8, 2020 06:27 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Cities We Love

Little Cities That Think Big: 8 Forward-Thinking Destinations Across the U.S.

Major metropolises are often known for their innovation and creativity, but these smaller towns and cities punch above their weight.

October 17, 2022 06:11 PM

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Elaine Glusac

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