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Breathtaking View of Tumon Bay with Clear Blue Waters and Palm Trees in Guam

If you’re itching for a last-minute tropical getaway but don’t have a passport, there are still a few enticing options.

April 16, 2026 03:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

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

Sunset in Australia with a bubble tent and outdoor bath in the foreground

Hotels

Go Stargazing at These Bubble Hotels and Airbnbs Around the World

Take glamping to a whole new level at one of these bubble hotels and vacation rentals, many with see-through roofs for stargazing.

April 17, 2024 04:48 PM

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Maya Kroth

Restaurants + Cafés

How Heirloom Corn Is Making a Comeback in Mexico City

Our formerly Mexico City–based writer reveals a culinary movement afoot in the city to help save—and celebrate—the country’s native corn.

January 31, 2019 04:53 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

Tips + News

Smokey Bear Is Turning 75: Here’s Where You Can Celebrate

Birthday parties for the forest fire prevention icon are happening in New Mexico, Washington, and at Filson stores across the country this week.

August 8, 2019 06:43 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A thundering waterfall flowing beneath a wooden lodge tucked into a forest.

Hotels

6 Native American–Owned Hotels for Your Next Trip

Gain a better understanding of Native American history and culture through these hotels.

November 13, 2024 01:25 AM

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Carrie Back

The Future of Travel

Virgin Galactic Is Giving Away 2 Seats on a Flight to Space

Don’t have $250,000? You still have a chance to go to space with Sir Richard Branson’s space tourism company.

July 12, 2021 05:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Books

3 Book Festivals Around the Country to Dog-Ear This Spring

Bookworms unite! From Santa Fe to L.A., here are three events you can attend to celebrate the glory of the written word.

April 22, 2022 01:24 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Praia da Adraga is on the edge of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park in Portugal.

International Beaches

For Unrivaled Diving, Coastal Walks, and Crystalline Waters, These Are the World’s Most Beautiful Beaches

There’s a beach for every type of traveler, whether you’re drawn to the blustery Scottish coast or Brazil’s most iconic stretch of sand.

April 7, 2026 05:04 AM

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Lottie Gross

A traditional Turkish breakfast with tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, butter, eggs, honey, bread, bagels, olives and cups of tea.

Food + Drink

Noodle Soup, Grilled Fish, Dim Sum: This Is What Breakfast Looks Like in 26 Countries

Coffee and tea are drunk nearly everywhere, but what people around the world eat to start the day varies widely.

February 3, 2026 12:34 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Road Trips

12 U.S. Fall Foliage Drives Full of Winding Roads, Gorgeous Colors, and Scenic Overlooks

From Maine to New Mexico, these fall foliage scenic drives will show you the season at its best.

August 6, 2025 06:51 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Alaska Airlines plane ascending through the sky with some light clouds

Air Travel News

Flying Economy with Alaska Airlines This Summer? You Might Get a Free Upgrade

To court greater appreciation from fliers during what is predicted to be the busiest summer travel season on record, Alaska Airlines is giving away surprise upgrades.

May 30, 2024 08:03 AM

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Bailey Berg

Superhero costume behind a glass wall with two chairs in front of it

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