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EU Officially Proposes Reopening External Borders

The European Commission hopes international travelers will be able to visit Europe this summer.

May 3, 2021 03:29 PM

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Samuel Petrequin

An aerial view of a small forested island on Lake Superior

Small Ship Cruises

Beautiful Beaches, Forested Boulders, Endless Lighthouses—the North American Cruise Destination Not to Miss

One of the most fascinating places to sail is right in our own backyard.

August 22, 2025 06:46 PM

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Jeri Clausing

The rideshare company unveiled several new eco-friendly initiatives this week, including discounted fares and access to preferred airport pickup zones when selecting Uber Green.

June 8, 2023 06:11 PM

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Chris Dong

Longreads

How My Autism Makes Me a Better Traveler

Traveling with autism has its challenges. It can also have some unexpected benefits.

April 2, 2024 10:02 AM

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Kiernyn Orne-Adams

Stay Here Next

This Luxurious New Hotel Just Opened in Costa Rica With a Treehouse Spa and Spectacular Views of the Pacific

Occupying a peaceful corner of Costa Rica’s biodiverse Peninsula Papagayo, the new Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, lets travelers commune deeply with nature and local culture.

April 3, 2025 01:32 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Travel for Good

How to Honor Indigenous Communities When You Travel

Today, there are 546 federally recognized tribes. Here’s how to engage respectfully and thoughtfully with Indigenous cultures domestically.

March 28, 2022 01:27 PM

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Iona Brannon

Road Trips

On the Road: Epic Trips to Tackle in Your Van

Or RV, or Airstream trailer, or motorhome . . .

April 3, 2019 08:43 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Travel for Good

An Electric Road Trip From L.A. to Las Vegas Is Easier Than You May Think

Many people fly the 300-mile journey, but the eco-option is getting more and more feasible.

December 17, 2021 02:36 PM

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Tim Chester

Ukraine + Travel

At Ukraine’s Largest Art Museum, a Race to Protect Heritage

At the Andrey Sheptytsky National Museum in the western city of Lviv, Ukraine, staff hurry to pack up and relocate its vast collection in the event of an attack by Russian forces.

March 7, 2022 02:20 PM

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Bernat Armangué

Cities We Love

9 of the Most Surprising Cities in the U.S.

It’s never too soon to dream about your next great road trip.

August 6, 2020 09:21 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Hiking + Cycling

This Lesser-Known Hiking Area in Puerto Rico Is Home to More Than 130 Bird Species

Finding peace, quiet, and endemic animals in Puerto Rico.

May 30, 2023 10:36 PM

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Jen Ruiz

History + Culture

Celebrate Women’s Suffrage on an Epic, Self-Guided Road Trip

Trace the route of the national women’s suffrage movement and stand in the spots where history happened.

March 6, 2020 07:35 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Everdene Restaurant at Virgin Hotels New York City

Loyalty + Rewards

Capital One Adds Major Perks for Boutique Hotel Bookings

When booking through Capital One’s new Lifestyle Collection of design-forward hotels, select credit cardholders will get $50 experience credits, space-available room upgrades, and more.

August 29, 2023 05:23 PM

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Paul Rubio

COVID + Travel

The CDC Has a New “Do Not Travel” Advisory System

Under the new system, countries will be placed on the agency’s Level 4 “do not travel” list only if there are extreme pandemic-related health concerns.

April 20, 2022 08:16 PM

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Michelle Baran

Photo Essays

This “Elephant Village” Is Incredibly Hard to Reach. That’s a Good Thing

For those who make it to Dzanga Bai, a reward awaits: This elephant stronghold remains one of Africa’s least visited spectacles.

August 20, 2025 10:12 AM

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Chris Schalkx

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