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A wide view of Neka Bay in Alaska, surrounded by dense forrest and a cloudy sky.

How This Cruise Line Is Redefining Small Ship Travel

“Floating basecamps” reach areas that big ships can’t and provide outdoor adventures, intimate wildlife viewing, and travel that’s immersive, responsible, and transformative.

Sponsored by UnCruise Adventures

Airside Terrace at the new Centurion Lounge at Atlanta International Airport

Loyalty + Rewards

Travel Perk Alert: These Are the Highest Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses We’ve Seen in Years

Prepare for summer travel with premium cards that are offering increased perks and points with new welcome offers.

April 21, 2025 08:31 AM

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Paul Rubio

Where to Travel Next

Plan Your Travel Year

Your complete guide to another 12 months of adventure.

February 13, 2025 03:37 PM

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Tim Chester

A man in a backpack walking through a red shrine entrance in Shingu, Japan.

Solo Travel

These 10 Travel Destinations Are Better as a Solo Traveler

Going solo? Go here.

August 6, 2025 12:12 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

U.S. Beaches

The 10 Best Beaches in Maui—and Where to Stay

With sugary sands, turquoise waters, coral reefs, surf breaks, and more, Maui’s best beaches offer something for everyone.

March 20, 2024 11:32 AM

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Amanda Castleman

Where to Taste San Francisco’s Most Iconic Dish

Restaurants + Cafés

This Iconic San Francisco Dish Has a Fascinating History—Here’s Where to Eat It

Move over, sourdough. This old-school fisherman’s stew is one of the city’s best culinary inventions.

January 31, 2024 02:04 PM

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Serena Renner

Mountains during sunset with a river running in front

Outdoor Adventure

When Is the Best Time to Visit Alaska? It Depends on Your Travel Plans.

What you’re hoping to see and do in the 49th state is key to figuring out when to come.

September 24, 2023 11:02 AM

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Bailey Berg

A white-sand beach alcove surrounded by large rocks, boulders and cliffs with people sunbathing on the beach and a boat out on the turquoise water in Sardinia, Italy

The Next List

7 Places to Visit in Europe for Uncrowded Beaches, Christmas Markets, and English Countryside Vibes

Take advantage of new direct flights, hotel openings, and long shoulder seasons across these seven destinations.

September 26, 2025 05:33 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Red and yellow fireworks over a city skyline at night

Holiday Travel

These 7 Places Are Having the Most Festive July 4 Parties

Because where else would you be?

May 5, 2025 04:29 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

The Next List

6 Places in Australia to Visit Now

As the FIFA Women’s World Cup crisscrosses the country, so do we with these of-the-moment recommendations for where to eat, stay, and play.

August 9, 2023 05:05 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

U.S. Beaches

The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California

From Santa Barbara to San Diego, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of miles to 10 magnificent beaches for your next sunny getaway.

November 7, 2022 01:06 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Beaches

Where to Find the Very Best Beaches in California

From San Francisco to San Diego, there’s a stretch of coast for you.

October 13, 2023 02:08 PM

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Michelle Konstantinovsky

Most visitors come to Costa Rica for nature. Twenty-five percent of the country is protected, and most natural areas are easily accessible, though some require going off the beaten path. More than 10 conservation areas are within reach of the country’s capital, San José, and each offers a different nature experience. From the last remaining tropical wet forests in the Mesoamerican Pacific, located in Corcovado National Park, to the stalagmite- and stalactite-filled caves of Tempisque Conservation Area, travelers can see a variety of habitats in one trip. As for accommodations, there are plenty of options for roughing it, but Costa Rica also features upscale resorts where you can retreat and recharge after a day outside.

Where to Travel Next

These Are the 5 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad

These places don’t require a high budget for a very high quality of life.

June 16, 2025 02:32 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A view of a sunlit church on the Rhine river with pink flowers in the foreground in Strasbourg, France.

Journeys: Cruise

The Best Times to Cruise Without the Crowds

Emerald Cruises & Tours follows the seasons by sailing Europe’s rivers when blossoms and vineyards are at their peak, and heading south for Caribbean warmth in the winter.

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