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Portland, Maine, Is America’s Best Bakery Town

From James Beard Award–winning sourdough to miso-scallion scones, Portland, Maine, is one of the country’s most exciting places to eat pastries and bread. Here’s where to go.

April 15, 2026 11:20 AM

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Regan Stephens

Cities We Love

Little Cities That Think Big: 8 Forward-Thinking Destinations Across the U.S.

Major metropolises are often known for their innovation and creativity, but these smaller towns and cities punch above their weight.

October 17, 2022 06:11 PM

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Elaine Glusac

LGBTQ Travel

Why a Drag Reality Series Is the Best Travel Show in America

HBO’s “We’re Here” teaches us to slow down, listen, and leave places we visit the better for it.

June 16, 2022 12:51 PM

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Sally Kohn

Hotel News + Openings

Alpine Dining, Local Artwork, and an Adventure Concierge—Larch House Brings Elegant Lodging to Whitefish

Situated minutes from ski slopes and Glacier National Park, the opening of Larch House marks the first design-centric accommodation for Whitefish, Montana.

January 12, 2026 01:10 PM

River Cruises

The Secret to Exploring Europe’s Popular Christmas Markets That Most People Don’t Know About

Gingerbread and mulled wine, artisan crafts, and festive lights—there’s a wonderful way to be delivered directly to Europe’s enchanting holiday markets in comfort and style.

November 4, 2024 07:20 PM

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Fran Golden

Hotels

Historic Colorado Mining Towns Are Experiencing a Design Hotel Boom

From Leadville to Silverton, hoteliers are drawing on the Rocky Mountains’ rich mining history for their new projects.

April 15, 2022 04:10 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Destination Spotlight

The Most Fun You’ll Have in Europe Might Just Be at a Vegetable Festival

Celebrate the tastiest seasons of the year with asparagus queens, bean cannons, and tomato battles.

April 3, 2025 07:02 AM

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Naomi Tomky

Longreads

Is Zero-Waste Travel Actually Even Possible?

Travelers today are more conscious of their environmental footprint, even if it often seems abstract. But what about the trail of waste travelers create?

April 19, 2024 09:55 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

A year after twin wildfires tore through Los Angeles and destroyed her home, a writer looks at how survivors across the region are still grieving, demanding accountability, and rebuilding.

January 29, 2026 01:37 PM

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Juliana Shallcross

Expedition Cruises

7 Cruises That Will Bring You Directly to the Northern Lights in Seafaring Style

On these sailings, passengers can witness the aurora borealis from the comfort and convenience of a cruise ship with ample amenities.

April 15, 2025 07:05 PM

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Bailey Berg

Cabins set in a forest surrounded by snow

Outdoor Adventure

10 Cozy California Cabins Where You Can Escape to Nature

Rent one of these cabins in California located everywhere from the mountains of the High Sierras to the coastal cliffs of Big Sur.

March 29, 2024 12:51 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Natural Wonders

This Underrated State Has Over 200 Hot Springs—Here Are 5 Favorites, According to a Local Travel Expert

From a steamy shower only accessible by boat to a natural warm infinity pool, have your next spa session in the Idaho wilderness.

December 12, 2025 02:07 PM

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Teddy Minford

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