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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Puffins, Koalas, and Pandas: Wildlife Webcams to Watch During Quarantine

Tune into these zoo, aquarium, and wildlife livestreams for a virtual glimpse into the animal kingdom.

April 8, 2020 04:46 PM

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Sarah Buder

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Rewards Credit Cards for International Travel

Look for a credit card that waives foreign transaction fees and covers the cost of Global Entry.

December 15, 2020 03:05 PM

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Eric Rosen

Tips + News

First U.S. Spring Flight to Antarctica Aims to Keep Out Coronavirus

Here’s what incoming scientists and workers are doing to make sure Antarctica remains COVID-19 free.

September 15, 2020 12:33 PM

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Nick Perry

History + Culture

Following in the Footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien in Switzerland’s Mystical Lauterbrunnen Valley

From the Shire to Rivendell to the Misty Mountains, many locations in “The Lord of the Rings” were inspired by real landscapes.

September 16, 2022 01:08 PM

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Melanie Haiken

Where to Go in Spring

6 Outdoor Adventures for Spring Break in the United States

Whether you’re looking to dive deep underwater or witness a spectacle in the sky, there’s something for you.

February 24, 2023 12:19 PM

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Terry Ward

Outdoor Adventure

The Best New Ways to See the Great Barrier Reef

Underwater guest suites, snorkel trips to see coral nurseries, helicopter access to protected lagoons—get up close with the reef around Australia’s Whitsunday Islands.

October 17, 2019 04:28 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Las Vegas, DEC 25, 2020 - Beautiful sunset view of the Tivoli Village

Cities We Love

Locals and Travel Advisors Reveal How to Do Vegas Like a Pro

Sin City is known for casinos and clubs—but it’s also home to great vegan restaurants, outdoor adventure, and top spas.

February 12, 2025 04:00 PM

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Cat Sposato

A collage illustration of bags and tape measures meant to serve as representation of carry-on requirements and restrictions.

Packing Tips + Gear

A Guide to Carry-On Luggage Restrictions

How big is too big?

February 10, 2025 12:34 PM

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Brooke Vaughan

Ski expertise isn't needed to appreciate Japan in the snow.

Where to Go in Winter

6 Cold-Weather Travel Destinations You Should Visit During the Winter

Snowbirds, allow me a minute to change your mind?

October 5, 2022 11:52 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Restaurant employees working in a garden in front of a historic farmhouse restaurant in Norway

Restaurants + Cafés

10 Restaurants Worth Planning a Trip Around

These meals are so special and immersive that they could anchor your entire vacation. Step one: Nab a reservation.

December 27, 2024 09:28 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Outdoor Adventure

The Right Way to Prepare for a Colorado Getaway

Maximize your visit and minimize your impact in Colorado: Here’s what to pack, how to plan, and the lingo to learn.

Sponsored by Visit Colorado

Festivals + Events

What to Know About Spain’s La Tomatina Festival

La Tomatina, a tomato-throwing festival hosted each year in Buñol, Spain, is back on for 2022. Here’s what to know before attending.

May 23, 2022 01:38 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

Hotels

How Sydney’s Hoteliers Are Saving the City’s History

Rather than constructing new glass boxes, hoteliers in Sydney are converting heritage buildings into boutique stays, helping to preserve a piece of the city’s character.

September 11, 2019 02:46 PM

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Sophie Friedman

A train running alongside the ocean, with beach grass in the foreground

Trains

10 Train Routes That Will Take You Straight to a National Park

Amtrak routes like the Empire Builder and the California Zephyr deliver you straight to the country’s wildest places.

September 19, 2025 09:03 PM

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Alexandra Gillespie

Books

The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip

Using settings as characters, the best mysteries can offer a vivid introduction to a city or country. These stories will get you started on your next adventure.

May 21, 2024 06:11 PM

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Pat Tompkins

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