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Surfer with a surfboard goes into the ocean in winter in the background of mountains. Flakstad, Lofoten islands/Norway - 04 may 2019

Winter Sports

Après Ski on a Beach? 10 Places Where You Can Hit the Slopes and Sand in the Same Day

From California to Spain, enjoy snow in the morning and ocean waves in the afternoon.

December 5, 2025 03:01 PM

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Andy Cochrane

The writer looking at reliefs among the gargantuan columns of the Temple of Edfu situated along the Nile.

Cruise

“Traveling Like a Celebrity” on the Nile—How to Get Exclusive Access to Egypt’s Ancient Sites Without Crowds

Luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent has decades of experience bringing travelers to Egypt and offers one of the most private ways to sail the Nile River—on the six-cabin Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau.

December 6, 2024 05:24 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Standup paddleboarding is one of many beach activities to enjoy in Corpus Christi.

Where to Travel Next

5 Ways Corpus Christi Takes Your Beach Vacation to the Next Level

From off-roading in a jeep and windsurfing to fishing in a floating cabin and beach picnics in style, this Gulf Coast destination’s seaside delights will exceed your expectations.

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

This pool at Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island is flanked by white chairs and palm trees.

Stay Here Next

A Look Inside the Most Exciting New Luxury Resort in the Seychelles

This new private island resort in the Seychelles has villas with private pools, candlelit dinners, and wildlife watching.

March 7, 2024 11:35 AM

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Chris Schalkx

A rendering of an aerial view of the Scenic Ikon surrounding by floating ice

Expedition Cruises

This New Ultra-Luxury Polar Yacht Will Sail in Antarctica and Africa, the Falklands, and the Fjords of Chile

Luxury expedition cruising trailblazer Scenic Group is one-upping itself in the world of yacht-style adventure sailing.

October 21, 2025 10:45 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Pregnancy is a great time to travel. But being armed with good information makes the experience all the more impactful.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What You Should Know About Traveling While Pregnant

You can absolutely travel while pregnant. But there are some steps you can take to make your trip more enjoyable—and more comfortable.

September 3, 2024 07:00 AM

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Daliah Singer

Three women in white about to jump into the ocean beneath fireworks

Festivals + Events

New Year’s Traditions Around the World Go Way Beyond Fireworks—These Are the 15 Coolest

Zhuzh up your classic New Year’s Eve celebration with these fun customs from elsewhere.

December 15, 2025 04:27 AM

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Chris Ciolli

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

The Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area in California, an important migration route for gray and humpback whales, is among the newly designated Wildlife Heritage Areas.

Travel for Good

New Wildlife Heritage Areas Help Travelers Find Responsible Animal Experiences

A new global initiative designates destinations where you can have both extraordinary and ethical interactions with animals in the wild.

October 23, 2023 01:40 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Astrotourism

The Next Solar Eclipse Tours Are Already Filling Up—Here’s How to Pick Now Between Iceland Versus Spain

See the 2026 eclipse while sipping wine on a vineyard near a castle or from a hot spring overlooking a glacier-topped volcano?

August 21, 2025 11:24 AM

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Cassandra Brooklyn

Epic Trips

This Lesser-Known Island Is Malta’s Quieter Little Sister

From fig festivals and beaches to hiking and rock climbing, here’s a local’s guide to enjoying this lesser-known Mediterranean gem.

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