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UNESCO World Heritage Sites That Are Even Better to Visit During Winter

Crack open your history books and then dig out your mittens: The past comes alive as temperatures fall at these primed-for-winter UNESCO sites.

December 4, 2019 08:28 PM

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Eleanor Aldridge

The Future of Travel

U.K. Bans Gasoline and Diesel Car Sales by 2030

On November 17, Prime Minister Boris Johnson made the pledge as part of plans for a “green industrial revolution.”

November 19, 2020 02:10 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Tips + News

How to Snag a Seat at the World’s Most Coveted Pop-Up Picnic

Sofitel’s all-inclusive package includes highly coveted tickets to the all-white pop-up picnic, plus tables and chairs so you don’t have to schlep it all yourself.

August 8, 2018 04:41 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Festivals + Events

There’s a Season for Everything in Bermuda

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

A dragon dance to celebrate lunar new year in the streets of ho chi minh city

Festivals + Events

It’s the Year of the Wood Snake—How and Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2025

Firecrackers. Feasts. Red envelopes.

January 28, 2025 02:47 AM

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Mae Hamilton

A view of Marksburg Castle along the Rhine River in Germany

Family Travel

This Fun, Jam-Packed Itinerary Will Have Your Family Saying “Ja” to Germany

More than bratwurst and pretzels, delights like chocolate museums, UNESCO-recognized castles, and Roman ruins fill Germany to keep kids delighted on the ultimate family vacation.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

How Chile’s Oldest Grape Became the Unlikely Star of a Natural Wine Movement

In a leafy valley between the Andes and the coastal range, Chile’s ancient vines are producing the country’s freshest natural wines.

June 5, 2019 05:53 PM

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Alice Feiring

Small Ship Cruises

Virgin Voyages’ First Season to Be as Progressive as Its Rule-Breaking Ship

The new cruise line from Richard Branson will be piloted by a Canadian woman, host an LGBTQ voyage, and have midnight sail-aways. Why are we not surprised?

June 28, 2019 08:11 PM

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Michelle Baran

In the Magazine

Italy Up Close

A self-taught photographer uses his iPhone to share small-town Puglia with the world.

October 25, 2019 10:35 AM

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Sara Button

Food + Drink

A Guide to Costa Rican Food: 10 Essential Dishes to Eat in Costa Rica

Discover fresh seafood and fruit-packed batido smoothies among the country’s culinary delights.

September 14, 2023 07:55 AM

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Nina Kokotas Hahn

Beaches

Puerto Rico, Revived

As residents of the Caribbean island rebuild in the wake of two devastating hurricanes, the commitment to community—and each other—is stronger than ever.

December 6, 2019 05:02 PM

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Ramona Ausubel

A person in a brightly colored, elaborate costume with a head dress and mask in Chile's Arica’s La Fuerza del Sol festival.

Food + Drink

7 Food Festivals in Chile Worth Planning Your Trip Around

From Santiago to Patagonia, follow this roadmap to the country’s best culinary events.

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