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Mexico’s Caribbean Coast Is Ideal for Kids. Here’s Where to Go and What to Do.

This stretch of Mexican beach paradise achieves what many destinations can only wish for: a family vacation that makes everyone happy.

December 2, 2025 12:06 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Beaches

Puerto Rico Has Nearly 300 Beaches—These Are the Least Crowded

Step into Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent waters, white sands, and bathtub temperatures—in solitude.

November 29, 2024 09:25 AM

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Terry Ward

Boats on the sandbar in the Florida Keys

4 Days In

4 Days in the Florida Keys: Shipwreck Dives, Teeny-Tiny Deer, and Legendary Key Lime Pie

Water, water everywhere—and all that goes with it in the stunning Florida Keys

November 5, 2025 07:23 AM

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Terry Ward

In the Magazine

How a Shifting Climate Is Transforming Florida

Rahawa Haile grew up surrounded by the beauty and kitsch of South Florida. Now she returns and wonders what happens when the places we love start to disappear.

January 22, 2019 07:00 PM

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Rahawa Haile

Trains

Eurail Just Added Two New Countries to Its Global Pass

Travelers can now access Estonia and Latvia with the all-in-one train pass in 2020.

January 2, 2020 04:44 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

4 Days In

4 Days in Milan: A Wes Anderson–Designed Art Café, Risotto Alla Milanese, and a Must-See da Vinci

Ahead of the Olympics, all eyes are on Milan. From the classic landmarks to hip new restaurants and bars, these are the places to hit up on a long weekend in the city.

October 3, 2025 08:19 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

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Hiking + Cycling

Via Ferratas Are Having a Moment—Here’s Where You Can Tackle These Alpine-Style Climbing Routes Across the USA

Via ferratas require no climbing experience and allow users to enjoy the same cliffs as seasoned mountaineers.

September 30, 2025 03:48 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do You Tip in Italy? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give

Basic tipping etiquette in Italia should be as easy to grasp as learning to love vino, da Vinci, and Vespas.

April 26, 2023 12:09 AM

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Becca Blond

Beaches

Make the Most of Croatia’s Many Charms—Without the Crowds

Go truffle hunting in the Istrian countryside, find quiet beaches on car-free islands, and rethink shoulder season.

August 26, 2024 03:05 PM

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Kristin Vuković

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Tulum and Beyond: How to Experience the Best of the Mexican Caribbean

Mayan archaeological sites, endless watersports, and authentic cuisine make this Mexican destination a must.

Sponsored by Quintana Roo Tourism Board

What’s New In...

New Hotels, Restaurants, and Flight Routes—Why You Should Travel to the Caribbean Right Now

New tours of Cuba, renovated hotels with beachfront rooms, and a very tempting food festival await.

January 23, 2025 03:19 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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U.S. Beaches

Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beaches

Pack your sunscreen, sunglasses, and something to read, and get ready to discover your next favorite beach.

April 21, 2025 02:41 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

Millennials Can’t Get Enough of This Stretch of Florida Coast

Why people of a certain age are flocking to Tampa and St. Petersburg.

January 28, 2022 01:53 PM

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Terry Ward

COVID + Travel

CDC Further Relaxes Mask Guidance for Vaccinated People

Those who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no longer need to wear a mask outdoors, except when in a crowded environment.

April 27, 2021 03:29 PM

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Michelle Baran

International Beaches

The Best Beaches in Grenada

From a pristine stretch shaded by coconut palms to a party spot known for its Sunday barbecues, here are Grenada’s top beaches.

May 14, 2020 11:47 AM

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Terry Ward

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