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Nature and Adventure on a Road Trip Through the American West

In Wyoming and South Dakota, stunning settings and exciting ways to explore make for the ultimate getaway.

Sponsored by Travel South Dakota and Travel Wyoming

Castle Hot Springs in Arizona - grounds shot with mountains in the background and palm trees and a pool

Few Hotels and Restaurants Join Relais & Châteaux Each Year. Here Are the Latest Additions—and How They Got In

The newest members include a forest retreat in Georgia, a reef-side resort in Belize, and a Michelin-starred restaurant in Alsace.

March 16, 2026 10:17 AM

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Vicki Denig

Large swaths of the United States will get an arctic blast this week, leading to heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain in parts of the country. Here’s what that means for travelers.

January 21, 2026 05:48 PM

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Bailey Berg

The new bar inside the recently expanded Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport.

Air Travel News

Accessing Airport Lounges Is About to Get a Lot Harder

But with more new lounges coming in 2023, there’s also a lot to look forward to when it comes to these airport sanctuaries.

January 3, 2023 05:04 PM

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Paul Rubio

Tips + News

These Are the World’s Most Expensive Cities for Expats

Mercer’s 25th annual Cost of Living Survey ranks cities across a number of factors, including costs of goods and services.

June 26, 2019 03:01 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Frank Lloyd Wright designed some of his most well-known buildings on America's best coast.

Art + Architecture

5 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings to Visit on the West Coast

The legendary American architect may have gotten his start in the Windy City, but he created some of his most iconic works out west.

September 28, 2022 05:13 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Other

California’s Most Exciting Arts Scene Is Hiding in Laguna Beach

Originally founded as an arts colony, Laguna Beach continues to draw art lovers with its many galleries, museums, festivals, and public artworks.

October 30, 2019 03:02 PM

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Stacey Leasca

May / June 2021

Embracing the Unknown in Rio de Janeiro

On a last-minute trip to Rio de Janeiro, author Carmen Maria Machado luxuriates in beach feasts, practices small talk—and confronts her travel anxiety.

January 12, 2021 04:30 PM

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Carmen Maria Machado

Tips + News

Costa Rica Opens to All U.S. Travelers—No COVID Test or Quarantine Required

Starting November 1, any American can travel to Costa Rica. All that’s needed? A medical form and health insurance.

October 26, 2020 09:45 PM

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Michelle Baran

Teexeeshe’ Jones-Scott, Tsinte Steinruck, Ch’vski Jones-Scott, Delaina Bommelyn, and Allie Castellaw pictured in their Ch’a~lh wvn Srdee-yvn (Flower Dance) regalia in Tolowa Dee-Ni’ Nation.

Spring 2023

Project 562 Will Make You Change the Way You See Native America

For over a decade, Matika Wilbur traveled North America with the intention to photograph all of the continent’s tribal nations.

April 25, 2023 03:08 PM

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Matika Wilbur

Where to Travel Next

Where We’ll Go in 2021—When We Can

12 writers on the quarandreams they can’t wait to make a reality.

November 30, 2020 09:15 AM

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Staff

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Miami This Winter

The temps are cooler and so is the art scene. Head south to sample the newest hotels, the tastiest bites, the latest art, and, of course, the always-buzzing beach.

October 23, 2019 09:46 PM

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Ann Shields

Two suitcases in the departure airport terminal waiting for the area

Packing Tips + Gear

I’m a Professional Gear Reviewer, and I’d Never Buy New Luggage Without Considering These 7 Things

Good luggage should be an investment. Before you make a purchase, you’ll want to keep these things in mind.

September 10, 2024 07:03 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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