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This Year’s Must-Visit Arts Destination Is Not Where You Might Think

With conservation-minded watercolors and giant fiberglass lobsters, Islamorada’s artists are capturing the essence of the Florida Keys.

January 14, 2025 02:36 PM

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Charlene Fang

In the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, travelers can witness dramatic wildlife river crossings.

Hotels

Your Next Safari Lodge Could Be a Marriott—We Took a Closer Look

In early 2023, the world’s largest hotel chain will open its first safari lodge under the luxury JW Marriott brand in Kenya’s renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.

October 26, 2022 09:00 AM

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Sarika Bansal

U.S. Beaches

Five Reasons Why This Florida Beach Destination Is What You’re Craving Now

The St. Pete/Clearwater area features a gorgeous shoreline and outdoor adventures with plenty of space for fun.

Despite years of warnings about sold-out hotels and sky-high prices, tickets remain available for many matches, and some resale prices are falling.

June 16, 2026 11:47 AM

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Bailey Berg

two people sitting by the lake with mountains in the background and the picture is made to look like it's been ripped in half

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What Happens if Your Relationship Ends Before a Big Trip? Well, Now There’s Insurance for That

An entrepreneur has created an add-on insurance for vacation rentals that lets couples get some money back if they break up before their trip.

June 12, 2026 12:35 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Chimney Rock an abrupt butte near Cortez, 2015

History + Culture

This National Park Alternative in Colorado Allows Only 30 Visitors per Day

Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Park is a similar but less-crowded alternative to Mesa Verde National Park nearby.

June 11, 2026 02:40 PM

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Daliah Singer

Experience the British Isles with fewer crowds on Atlas Ocean Voyages’ fall sailing.

Cruise

The Best Small-Ship Cruises to Take This Fall

From Reykjavík to Dublin and across the Caribbean, these fall cruises include Afar-curated experiences designed for small groups.

Sponsored by Atlas Ocean Voyages

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Outdoor Adventure

This Island Is One of the Only Places Where You Can Swim With Humpback Whales

In the sea surrounding Niue, strong whale songs can vibrate your body underwater.

May 25, 2026 05:10 PM

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Terry Ward

Empty aircraft seats close to emergency door exit

Air Travel News

A Passenger Opened an Airplane Door Mid-Flight. How Was That Possible?

A passenger on an Asiana Airlines flight recently opened an emergency door while the flight was in the air—something that shouldn’t be able to happen. We looked into it.

June 7, 2023 05:41 PM

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Chris Dong

In the Magazine

Find the “Real” Jamaica in This Laid-Back Neighborhood

Avoid the crowds and head to a serene shoreline and the birthplace of jerk chicken.

December 1, 2021 02:26 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Woman in orange shirt touches large incense burner and other hands also touch the object

Art + Culture

The Quest to Create the Most Accessible Museum in the World

The refreshed museum of the American Printing House for the Blind in Louisville, Kentucky, is slated to open in 2026 with a novel invitation to visitors: please touch.

January 3, 2025 10:32 AM

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M. Leona Godin

Outdoor Adventure

Beautiful, Peaceful Places to Visit in Fort Myers

Seashell-covered islands, lush trails, and historic lighthouses reveal the quieter, natural side of this Southwest Florida destination.

Sponsored by Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Rajasthan-based textile collective Saheli Women recently planted a cotton farm in the village of Kali Beri—part of a broader commitment to circularity and local sourcing.

Spring 2026

Rajasthan’s Famous Textile Traditions Were Disappearing. Visit the Women Helping to Revive Them

Saheli Women, a craft collective headquartered outside Jodhpur, works to preserve and promote traditional Indian textile arts—and the livelihoods of its skilled artisans.

April 22, 2026 12:06 PM

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Leslie Pariseau

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