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7 Stunning Lakes and Rivers to Explore in Appalachia

Kayak, go whitewater rafting, and chase waterfalls through West Virginia this summer.

Sponsored by West Virginia Department of Tourism

the Grotto in Bruce Peninsula National Park featuring a rocky alcove and turquoise blue water

Cruise

These Lakes Are So Big and Beautiful That You Can Take Multiday Cruises Along Them

Some lakes are as big as a small sea, so perhaps it’s little surprise that on these stunning bodies of water, you can take an overnight cruise to better explore their impressive shores.

May 23, 2024 07:10 PM

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Fran Golden

Collage of ski trip packing essentials on a purple and green checkered background

Winter Sports

The Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List

Follow this guide to the best things to take on a ski trip, for both on and off the slopes.

January 30, 2024 05:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A view of the pool, lounge chairs and green landscape behind it at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California.

Health + Wellness

10 Must-Try Wellness Experiences in California

From cosmic yoga in the redwoods to alternative approaches to urban self-care, California is the perfect place to support well-being.

Construction of new EV charging locations across the country could begin by next spring.

September 27, 2022 03:37 PM

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Festivals + Events

Portland Has a New Black Rodeo

The 8 Seconds Juneteenth Rodeo is happening on June 17 in Oregon’s biggest city.

June 9, 2023 06:19 PM

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Sarah Enelow-Snyder

British sculptor Andy Goldsworthy is known for his larger than life pieces that demonstrate the beauty—and power—of nature.

Art + Culture

Rock Walls as Art? Why You Need to See These Andy Goldsworthy Pieces Around the U.S.

To appreciate Andy Goldsworthy’s art, you need to experience it in person.

September 2, 2022 11:40 AM

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Pat Tompkins

A bed with a teal blue plush headboard and foot bench in a hotel room. to the side is part of a 737 airplane that is fitted inside the suite of Corendon Amsterdam New-West hotel

Air Travel News

A Hotel Suite With an Airplane Inside, and 4 Other Aviation-Themed Hotels

A Boeing 737-800 is the main draw of the 1,200-square-foot suite at the Corendon Amsterdam New-West, and the whole room has been recently refurbished to be even cooler.

October 23, 2024 08:00 AM

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Blane Bachelor

Explore the British Virgin Island’s 50 islands, islets, and cays on a private yacht.

Outdoor Adventure

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Adventure in the British Virgin Islands

With only 15 inhabited islands, this Caribbean destination is made for exploration, whether you enjoy diving, snorkeling, hiking, or sun worshiping.

Sponsored by Visit Pasadena

2XK0J6J July 13, 2024: Day 1 of July 2024 Black Mesa photo trip at Black Mesa State Park in Kenton, OK.

Astrotourism

Black Mesa Is One of the Loneliest, Darkest Corners of America. That’s Exactly Why You Should Go.

Come to Oklahoma for petroglyphs, bighorn sheep, and some of the darkest skies in North America.

March 24, 2026 12:08 PM

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Heide Brandes

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Good News: Experts Say Atlantic Hurricane Season Will Be Less Active This Year

Researchers at Colorado State University are predicting a “slightly below-average” Atlantic hurricane season, but people should still be prepared.

April 5, 2019 04:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The stunning coastline of the Algarve, Portugal

Outdoor Adventure

This Airline’s Stopover Program Lets You See Portugal’s Hot Springs, Villages, and Waterfalls—For Free

TAP Air Portugal’s direct U.S. flights and stopover program make it easy to rest and relax during an extended layover in the country.

Sponsored by Visit Portugal and TAP Air Portugal

Image of an Apple digital passport displayed on a phone screen

Visas + Passports

You Can Now Add Your U.S. Passport to Your Apple Wallet. Here’s What That Means for Travel

Apple’s latest Wallet feature allows users to store passports digitally, but is the new digital documentation actually useful?

November 21, 2025 06:53 PM

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Peter Ward

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