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The Girl Wrestlers of Varanasi, India, Are Changing the Rules of the Game

Inspired by a Bollywood film, young girls and women in northern India are taking up “kushti”—an ancient form of wrestling traditionally only practiced by men.

March 15, 2022 06:41 PM

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Eileen McDougall

Books

The Best Summer Beach Reads of 2019

Bedside Reading founder Jane Ubell-Meyer shares her picks for the hottest books to pack for your next trip.

May 21, 2019 01:32 PM

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Jane Ubell-Meyer

An intact stone pyramid in the jungle in mexico

History + Culture

The Most Impressive Pyramids to Visit in Mexico

Marvel at the incredible work of ancient civilizations like the Toltecs, Zapotecs, and Olmecs.

January 24, 2025 01:38 AM

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John Newton

A lounge area at Eleven Revelstoke Lodge with stone fireplaces and floor to ceiling windows.

Stay Here Next

Ski Runs, Saunas, and Summer Trails: A New Lodge for All Seasons in British Columbia

Heli-ski in winter, or hike, bike, and paddle in summer at Eleven Revelstoke Lodge, a revamped heritage property in Revelstoke, British Columbia.

July 1, 2025 11:09 AM

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Carolyn B. Heller

Off The Tourist Trail

Why You Should Book Your Next Trip in the Off Season

Book outside peak periods to experience a more relaxed and intimate kind of travel.

September 13, 2019 06:48 PM

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Tim Chester

History + Culture

Hygge: The Danish Concept of Comfort We Need Now More Than Ever

The Scandinavian term encompasses a feeling of coziness, contentment, and well-being found through cherishing the little things.

January 20, 2025 01:44 PM

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Sarah Buder

Islands

A First-Timer’s Guide to the Marquesas Islands

Tourism is relatively new to the Marquesas Islands, making it an ideal place for thoughtful travelers to explore.

February 3, 2022 06:24 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Food + Drink

Diving into the Flavors of Bermuda

A Conversation with Chef Keith DeShields of Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

National Parks

California’s Best National Parks and Monuments

The Golden State boasts more national parks than any other in the nation and they protect some of the most iconic natural wonders in the world.

July 29, 2019 07:36 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Washington, D.C. This Winter

A massive light maze, a major museum closing, a boundary-pushing restaurant, and two new hotels mean you should head to the capital now.

December 13, 2019 09:31 AM

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Natalie Beauregard

Travel for Good

VIDEO: Norway Recycles 97 Percent of Its Plastic Bottles

World of Good is a video series featuring feel-good stories that often get buried in our newsfeeds. In this episode, we look at another reason to love Norway.

May 14, 2020 08:33 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Packing Tips + Gear

Subscription Boxes and Membership Gifts That Are Perfect for Travelers

Open your world with these monthly subscription boxes that keep on giving.

November 10, 2020 12:05 PM

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Dana Brindle

people walking on street during daytime in Osaka Japan, with signs in Japanese. Some of the storefronts have giant sculptures of animals as their signs, like a chicken or a turtle. A TV tower is visible at the end of the street

The video app’s hashtags tell a story of the cities, states, and countries that are grabbing travelers’ attention.

December 21, 2023 09:50 AM

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Tiana Attride

A cove with cliffs, people on paddle boards, and a crowded beach

International Beaches

7 Northern European Beaches Where You Can Beat the Heat This Summer

What they might lack in blazing sunshine these beaches more than make up for with postcard-worthy scenery and opportunities for coastal adventures.

July 29, 2024 03:44 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

An aerial view of Washington's Lummi Island, with a meandering stream, pine forests, and a mountain in the distance

Where to Travel Next

Skip the Crowds on These Lesser-Known Islands Across the U.S.

These under-the-radar islands are all about nature, serenity, and getting away from it all.

January 6, 2025 02:59 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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