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History + Culture

These Exquisite Short Films Take You Inside the Real India

Photographer and filmmaker João Canziani explored some of India’s most colorful places—and the results are stunning.

April 5, 2017 03:37 PM

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Sarah Buder

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

Museums + Galleries

5 Must-See Museum Makeovers in the American West

These new or newly expanded museums are works of art all on their own.

August 9, 2016 10:41 AM

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Honora Shea

Longreads

Meeting the Lone Resident of the Highest Village in Europe

Wolves, avalanches, and months of solitude: a glimpse into life in the Caucasian wilderness.

January 20, 2020 11:37 AM

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Benjamin Kemper

History + Culture

The Surprising History of the Açaí Bowl

June 19, 2015 08:03 PM

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Aislyn Greene

History + Culture

Where to Find London’s Victorian Charm

Walk in the footsteps of some of London’s most notable Victorians through the lavish restaurants, opulent theaters, and grand department stores they frequented.

December 12, 2017 08:31 PM

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Edmund Vallance

Restaurants + Cafés

Ditch the Dining Hall: U.S. College Towns With A+ Restaurants

Move over fried cheese sticks, bottled Ranch dressing, and overcooked cafeteria burgers: In these nine cities, destination-worthy cuisine is just as important as academic excellence.

August 31, 2018 08:21 PM

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Kim Westerman

Art + Culture

How to Buy a Turkish Carpet in Istanbul

Four tips from a fifth-generation Turkish carpet dealer on how to buy the rug of your dreams.

September 2, 2015 05:16 PM

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Lara Takenaga

Festivals + Events

14 Events to Travel for in Summer 2018

Your plans for June, July, and August? Check, check, check. Here are our picks around the world for your best summer yet.

April 17, 2018 09:40 AM

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Sara Button

Health + Wellness

7 Unique Chocolate Experiences Around the World

From exploring old-school chocolate-making techniques to getting a cacao-infused spa treatment, here’s how to go beyond the bar.

February 6, 2018 08:43 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Museums + Galleries

The World’s 6 Coolest Museum Openings of 2016

Newbies to the culture landscape feature everything from wine to design.

February 2, 2016 06:59 PM

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Emily Nathan

Hiking + Cycling

Steep Canyons, Crashing Waterfalls, and Whales Galore: Northeastern Iceland’s Ultimate Road Trip

Reykjavík has its charms, but to get the most of all Iceland has to offer, it’s best to hit the road.

June 24, 2019 06:24 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Natural Wonders

How to Explore the World’s Oldest Rain Forest

The UNESCO World Heritage Site is tens of millions of years older than the Amazon. Here’s how to visit.

November 21, 2017 12:00 PM

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Celeste Mitchell

The Influencer: Rachel Khong, Author

Where to go in San Francisco and Sonoma County, according to author Rachel Khong.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Health + Wellness

Exploring the Mysteries of Love at Mexico’s Most Romantic Resort

Can a hotel really rekindle romance? Writer Chris Colin and his wife, Amy, brave a gauntlet of moonlit dinners, rose petals, and beach photo shoots to find out.

September 12, 2019 09:51 PM

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Chris Colin

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