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Been There, Seen That: Alternatives to Europe’s Biggest Cities

Been There, Seen That: 7 Compelling Alternatives to Europe’s Busiest Cities

Where to go when Rome, Berlin, and Barcelona are too crowded.

March 17, 2025 12:52 PM

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The Sagrada Família church rising up behind some trees in Barcelona with cranes and construction scaffolding on the church

The iconic Barcelona church is set to be completed during the 100-year anniversary of the death of its esteemed architect, Antoni Gaudí.

June 13, 2024 05:59 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Honeymoon Beach is one of many dreamy beaches in St. Thomas.

Family Travel

Where to Go With Kids in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Find kid-friendly beaches, hikes, and tours across all three islands.

Sponsored by U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

Hotels

The Seaside Mediterranean City Is Having a Moment—Here’s Why It’s Worth the Trip

New hotels along the Athens coastline are helping to redefine what it means to live, and stay, in the Greek capital.

May 9, 2025 10:57 AM

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Nicola Chilton

COVID + Travel

COVID Passes Now Required to Enter Eiffel Tower, Paris Museums

To get the pass, visitors must show they are either fully vaccinated, have a negative COVID test result, or show proof that they recently recovered from COVID.

July 21, 2021 06:16 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Paris, France - 06 April 2025: Tuileries gardens in spring

Cities We Love

How to Spend One Perfect Day in Paris

Locals recommend neighborhoods, antique book stalls, gallery-like designer shops, and—most importantly—towers of pastries, seafood, and natural wine.

February 11, 2026 01:38 PM

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Lane Nieset

El Capricho is a building, located in in Comillas in Cantabria region of Spain

Art + Architecture

See Gaudí Architecture Without the Crowds in These Spanish Cities Beyond Barcelona

On the 100th anniversary of his death, there’s never been a better time to seek out Antoni Gaudí’s lesser-known works across northern Spain.

May 29, 2026 01:18 PM

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Robin Catalano

Sky Vacations introduces you to incredible UAE design, including the stunning architecture of Louvre Abu Dhabi.

Where to Travel Next

From Architectural Wonders to Urban Islands, Enjoy an Unforgettable Trip in Abu Dhabi

Representing the pinnacle of design, engineering, and innovation, Sky Vacations’ six-day tour provides an enriching look at the modern marvels of the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Following the Olympic cleanup, the public can now swim in the Seine near the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, or East Paris.

July 15, 2025 01:53 PM

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Kinsey Gidick

History + Culture

14 Beautiful Medieval Castles in Europe You Can Visit

Indulge your medieval castle fantasies in Europe.

October 18, 2023 12:24 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

An exotic cactus garden on top of the medieval village of Eze in the south of France, French Riviera.

Where to Travel Next

These 8 Desert Gardens Feel Like a Small Dose of Summer Year-Round

From a sprawling botanical museum in Arizona to a cliffside succulent sanctuary in France, these gardens prove the desert is anything but desolate.

January 5, 2026 11:11 AM

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James Oliver Cury

Where to Travel Next

Toronto’s Best Neighborhoods for Exploring on Foot

These pedestrian-friendly areas offer a colorful array of experiences.

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