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4 Hotels That Are Redefining Caribbean Luxury

These new and revamped resorts from The St. Regis and The Ritz-Carlton bring sophisticated design and refined dining to travelers seeking unparalleled elegant havens by the shore.

Sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton and The St. Regis Hotels

Aerial view of Messina Sicily showing the harbor, the town and mountains in the distance

Trains

The World’s Longest Bridge Will Soon Connect Sicily to Mainland Italy (and Some People Aren’t Happy About It)

If built, the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world would connect mainland Italy with Sicily. But it comes with risks—and controversy.

October 10, 2025 03:34 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Packing Tips + Gear

The Psychology Behind Overpacking

Therapists and travel experts explain our tendency to stash that extra sweater or phone charger

February 22, 2024 01:38 PM

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Nathalie Alonso

History + Culture

5 Immersive Trips That Reward Slowing Down

From Kenya’s wildlife preserves to Ireland’s quiet countryside, these journeys prioritize depth over speed.

Sponsored by The United States Tour Operators Association

Road Trips

Road-Trip Through California’s Asian American Women’s History

Follow the legacy of Hollywood stars, activists, and pioneers who fought racism from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

March 8, 2022 03:31 PM

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Kaila Yu

Family Travel

Not Just for Kids: Theme Parks and Museums We’re Obsessing Over

As Disneyland announces its reopening, we round up the museums, exhibits, and theme parks we would plan a trip around.

March 23, 2021 02:48 PM

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Staff

The French-inspired Brasserie sit-down restaurant at the new Delta One lounge at JFK with rows of light-yellow chairs, orange banquettes, hanging lights throughout and mirrored walls

Air Travel News

Delta One’s New JFK Lounge Has Raised the Bar—Here Are 5 Reasons We’re Impressed

Delta’s largest lounge to date doesn’t shy away from perks and pampering services.

June 28, 2024 12:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

Weekend Getaways

Find a Quiet Summer Hideaway in Carbondale, Colorado

This Colorado charmer packs in plenty of appeal—restaurants, galleries, museums, hot springs, and spas—all with lodging priced at a fraction of the cost of an Aspen-based vacation.

July 7, 2020 07:13 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Le Dune Piscinas is located on Sardinia's Costa Verde.

Stay Here Next

What It’s Like to Spend the Night Amid Europe’s Tallest Sand Dunes

Serene and secluded, Le Dune Piscinas feels a world away from the typical Italian vacation hot spots.

January 22, 2025 09:21 AM

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Jenn Rice

Gondolas in a canal on the Adriatic Coast of Italy

Cruise

These Fun, New Themed Cruises Are Calling Your Name

Are you a food lover, a wine enthusiast, a history buff? Ponant has you covered with its inspiring new collection of themed cruises.

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