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Whether you’re looking for sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean or a multiday adventure through national parks, these road trips provide plenty of opportunities to explore the United States.

April 4, 2024 07:12 PM

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Ciera Velarde

Weekend Getaways

This Maritime City Has Canada’s Most Artsy Harbor, Plus Great Lobster Joints and Titanic Lore

The history and lore of Halifax keep the evolving city grounded in its maritime roots.

May 7, 2026 02:49 PM

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Darcy Rhyno

Permet, Albania and surroundings taken in May 2022

Travel for Good

Why Europe’s First Wild River National Park Matters to Us All

In March 2023, Albania slated 32,000 acres of the Vjosa river basin as a protected national park, prohibiting mining and dams. Will it lead the way for more tourism?

June 13, 2023 08:00 AM

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Naomi Tomky

8 Beautiful Waterfalls Around the World You Can Visit

Natural Wonders

9 Waterfalls So Beautiful They’re Worth Traveling For

“Fall” in love with these nine superlative-packed falls, spanning the globe.

September 29, 2023 07:59 AM

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Deb Hopewell

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National Parks

How to Go Fossil Hunting in America’s Dinosaur Country

Meet at the corner of Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming to view ancient fossils and natural wonders and to sleep under star-studded skies.

March 25, 2024 12:44 PM

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Nick Hilden

National Parks

Mask Mandates Are Returning at These National Parks

Due to a rising number of COVID cases, the National Park Service has reinstated mask policies in indoor spaces for some parks.

July 15, 2022 03:41 PM

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Bailey Berg

Scenery of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, Shari-cho, Midsummer

Outdoor Adventure

In a Lesser-Known Part of Japan, Outdoor Adventure Awaits

Explore bubbling volcanoes, primeval forests, and fantastical wildlife in the far east of Hokkaido.

March 22, 2024 01:25 PM

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Sarika Bansal

An elevated thatched pier on the lagoon in Bacalar, Mexico

Where to Go in Winter

Ditch Your Parka. Here’s Where to Travel This Winter for a Warm Weather Escape.

Toasty sunshine is only a plane ticket away.

December 1, 2025 07:33 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

A tiger resting its head on a rock, gazing into the camera, with greenery in the background

Epic Trips

The Magical Place Where You Can See Tigers in the Wild—and the Best Ways to Seek Them Out

Experience the unrivaled highs and lows of chasing the jungle’s most elusive cat.

February 12, 2025 03:22 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Cheyenne Wyoming Curt Gowdy State Park Mountain Bike Visit Cheyenne

Outdoor Adventure

This Wyoming City Is a Great Base for Outdoor Adventure

High plains, granite formations, and forested trails invite hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and more in Wyoming.

Sponsored by Visit Cheyenne

National Parks

9 Ways to Show Your Love for the National Parks (Even When You’re Not There)

A portion of the profits from these T-shirts, posters, and other merchandise supports U.S. national parks.

April 14, 2022 02:06 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

National Parks

The Best Ways to Explore the Smallest National Parks in the U.S.

These pint-sized parks offer outsized fun.

June 18, 2022 01:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

National Parks

The Complete Guide to Visiting the Grand Canyon, From the Best Views to Waterfalls and Tribal Experiences

Everything you need to know to fully experience the natural wonder, whether you’re there for one sunset or a weeklong stay.

April 28, 2026 06:33 PM

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Melanie Haiken

Outdoor Adventure

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

Outdoor Adventure

Many People Don’t Know This Type of Safari Exists—but It’s the Best Way to See Animals Up Close

Weaving along a maze of channels and lagoons, you never know what nature will throw at you.

February 10, 2025 02:57 PM

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Alexandra Owens

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