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Burns Lake in Big Cypress National Preserve (L); Aerial of Big Cypress National Preserve (R)

Road Trips

Stargaze, Tour Observatories, and Visit NASA on This Cosmic Road Trip in Florida

Explore the cosmos beyond the Space Coast on a three-day adventure in the Sunshine State.

March 13, 2026 02:31 PM

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Nick Dauk

The Infinity Suite at the Langham Chicago features a neutral palette and views of Chicago's skyline.

Hotels

6 Ways to Get a Better Hotel Deal

Looking for a deal on a hotel? Try these pro tips.

November 27, 2023 01:28 PM

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Chris Dong

Murrieta Hot Springs Resort (Oasis Pool shown on the left)

Road Trips

7 Detour-Worthy Hot Springs Within an Hour’s Drive of Route 66

Cars refuel in gas stations, and humans recharge in thermal waters.

February 18, 2026 12:03 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Albuquerque is home to the annual Balloon Fiesta, where more than 500 balloons take off in one mass ascension for nine days each fall.

Destination Spotlight

8 Things to Do in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Ride in the basket of a hot air balloon, paddleboard on the Rio Grande, and nosh on chile-covered everything in New Mexico’s largest city.

October 7, 2022 03:59 PM

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Bailey Berg

Beaches

Stock Island: Where Old Key West Is Hiding

With two new hotels, Stock Island, an under-the-radar spot in the Florida Keys known for its laid-back, vintage vibe, may not be a locals-only spot for much longer.

February 20, 2018 01:25 PM

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Shayne Benowitz

Northern Lights in the starry night sky above the frozen forest.

Where to Travel Next

Lesser-Known Spots for Northern Lights and Innovative Hotels—Reasons to Visit Scandinavia Right Now

Get some insider tips on where to go next in Scandinavia.

August 30, 2024 09:00 AM

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Laura Hall

Small Ship Cruises

How to Plan and Book the Perfect Yacht Charter

For those who have been dreaming about sailing on a yacht, maybe it’s time to finally go for it.

November 10, 2021 04:23 PM

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Fran Golden

The Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New York, is located on Lake Mohonk and has a Victorian exterior.

Hotels

The 9 Best Historic Hotels in the United States

Book a storied stay at one of these winners of the 2023 Historic Hotels of America Annual Awards of Excellence.

October 13, 2023 10:51 AM

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Jill K. Robinson

A horse and carriage and a camel in front of one of the pyramids of Giza in Egypt

The Israel-Hamas war has affected tourism in neighboring Middle Eastern countries. Local tour operators and travel companies report on the current conditions on the ground.

May 15, 2024 06:17 PM

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Joel Balsam

Lassen Peak perfectly mirrored in Manzanita Lake

National Parks

These Cooler, Less-Crowded National Parks Are Best in Summer

From Alaska to Maine, here’s where to swim, hike, and camp all summer long.

May 21, 2025 03:34 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

National Parks

The Best Ways to Explore the Smallest National Parks in the U.S.

These pint-sized parks offer outsized fun.

June 18, 2022 01:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

British Airways CEO Replaced as Company Fights for Survival

This is the one of the biggest shakeups at an international airline in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

October 12, 2020 06:27 PM

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Danica Kirka

A guest of Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, a woman with brown hair in a white swimsuit, enters the aquamarine water of a cenote.

Art + Culture

Local Experiences to Try on Your Winter Getaway

With Maya-inspired cooking, Costa Rican coffee, and traditional Hawaiian workshops, these resorts highlight the heritage of the communities they serve.

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