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A nomadic Raute man carving a bowl while another man watches.

Art + Culture

A Quest to Find the Raute, the Last Nomads of Nepal

A writer sets out on a journey to find Nepal’s elusive Raute nomads—and to buy a wooden bowl from them.

November 1, 2022 01:54 PM

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Eileen McDougall

4 Days In

The Perfect 4 Days in Bangkok, According to Locals

Explore Buddhist temples, learn about traditional textiles, and hop on a motorbike for Michelin-starred fine dining.

September 26, 2024 06:16 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

A modern building with a glass wall under a pink sky

Hotels

14 Airbnb Alternatives for Every Kind of Vacation Home Seeker

Our favorite vacation rental companies offer everything from luxurious villas and design-forward dwellings to stylish family-friendly cribs.

July 23, 2024 09:36 AM

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Michelle Baran

8 Airbnbs in Sedona to Book for a Desert Getaway

Hotels

13 Airbnbs in Sedona to Bookmark for Your Next Desert Getaway

These highly rated Sedona Airbnbs come with private pools, hot tubs, and most importantly—striking red-rock mountain views.

December 18, 2023 10:57 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

River Cruises

What It’s Like to Take a River Cruise Through Europe Right Now

With COVID rules and restrictions varying by country, crossing the border by boat has its own new challenges—but there are some advantages, too.

September 22, 2021 06:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Hiking + Cycling

This 1,200-Mile Colorado Bike Trip Is a Cyclist’s Dream

With bike tour operator Cycle of Life Adventures, you can spend 26 days enjoying some of the state’s most stunning national parks and best trails.

February 13, 2020 07:44 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Beaches

The Best Beaches in Croatia, From Secret Islands to Movie Locations

Croatia has some of the top beaches in the world. Here’s how to figure out where to go, whether you’re looking for fun on the mainland or want to explore one of the many islands.

March 28, 2019 09:03 PM

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Anja Mutic

Small Ship Cruises

Ritz-Carlton Heads to Sea With Luxury Yachts and Slow Itineraries

The hotel brand aims to shake up the cruise scene with the 2020 launch of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. Here’s what to expect.

March 22, 2018 05:44 PM

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Sarah Buder

Packing Tips + Gear

Meet Dripkit, the Easy-to-Pack Coffee Maker

It’s a lay-flat, disposable pour-over coffee maker—that actually brews a great cup.

July 19, 2017 05:37 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Winter Sports

Seven Reasons to Ski the Alps with Club Med

You may think of tropical beaches when you hear the name Club Med, but their resorts in the Alps will tempt you away from the Rockies.

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