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How to Take the Houseboat Vacation of Your Dreams This Summer

The relaxing vacation that’s a little like a camping trip with all the amenities, a little like a private river cruise, and a whole lot of fun.

May 24, 2019 12:15 PM

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Sherry Ott

Water Sports

How the UNESCO of Surf Is Saving the Planet—One Beach at a Time

Through a number of different approaches, this organization is preserving some of the world’s most beautiful coastal regions for surfers and non-surfers alike.

November 21, 2017 05:38 PM

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Dean LaTourrette

A guide speaking to a tour group near a body of water in Shark Bay, Australia.

History + Culture

12 Meaningful Ways to Experience Indigenous Culture in Australia

Get to know the world’s oldest continuously living culture through these dozen enlightening (and fun) tours.

November 17, 2023 01:55 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Where to Travel Next

Where to Escape the Summer Crowds in Italy

Save the big Italian cities for the off-season—during summer, head for under-the-radar islands and towns that offer all the ancient history with none of the modern mobs.

May 22, 2019 01:40 PM

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Rebecca Holland

Bird watchers will delight in the fact that they have a chance at spotting scarlet macaws in the Amazon.

South America

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June 9, 2025 03:16 PM

Tips + News

Europe, U.S. Reel as Virus Infections Surge at Record Pace

After easing restrictions just a few months ago, many governments are reimposing curfews and closing restaurants once again.

October 16, 2020 02:26 PM

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David Crary

Epic Trips

Here’s Why Your Next Retreat Should Be to Bermuda

Relaxation in every form awaits you amid the natural beauty of Bermuda.

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

Art + Architecture

This Detroit Neighborhood Is an Architecture Fan’s Dream

Mies van der Rohe designed 186 residences at Lafayette Park, where several tours let you enjoy his work from every angle.

August 7, 2018 04:24 PM

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Amy S. Eckert

Where to Travel Next

Spain Just Named This Small Town Its Most Beautiful Village

The medieval town of Albarracín beat out 249 other places in a survey in the newspaper El País.

October 10, 2018 01:20 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A stylish lobby with a dramatic fringe-like light chandelier, velvety pink sofa, dark oval bench, plenty of mirrors, and a spiky art installation on the right wall

Hotels

The 15 Best Hotels in Montreal

This vibrant Québec city is experiencing a major hotel boom—and these are the best hotels to check into right now.

March 29, 2024 04:42 PM

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Catherine Maisonneuve

Tips + News

How a Travel Tax Credit Could Help U.S. Citizens Get Back on the Road

In Europe, some governments are subsidizing travel to get people back on the road and revive flailing tourism industries. The U.S. might follow suit.

June 30, 2020 03:25 PM

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Tim Chester

Hotels

This Tiny House Is in the Craziest Place

It’s got all the charm of a cottage, right in the middle of the action.

April 25, 2017 07:23 PM

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Matt Villano

Where to Go in Fall

Why You Should Go to Barcelona This Fall

Between hotel openings, a robust calendar of festivals, a new tribute to soccer star Leo Messi, plus up-and-coming neighborhoods to explore, Barcelona packs in plenty this autumn.

September 3, 2019 03:55 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

Cities We Love

Beyond the French Quarter: Discovering New Orleans’s Downriver Delights

The Crescent City checklist is full of things to see and do, but New Orleans rewards those who dive a little deeper.

August 8, 2018 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The World’s Best City for Expats Is All About Street Food, High-Speed Trains, and Friendly Locals

Taipei claimed the number one spot in the annual Expat City Ranking by InterNations, which rates the best cities for expats to live and work in around the world.

December 4, 2019 06:08 PM

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Sarah Buder

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