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Tips for Surviving a Close Encounter With Red-Hot Lava in Hawaii

A lava expert’s tips prove that getting up close and personal with lava isn’t just possible—it’ll probably be the coolest thing you do on your next trip to Hawaii.

March 2, 2018 01:26 PM

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Alex Schechter

Expedition Cruises

The Best Destinations for a Cruise in Iceland

Many of Iceland’s other-worldly landscapes, charming villages, marine life, and rugged coastlines are best seen from the comfort, convenience, and unique vantage point of a cruise.

September 20, 2021 09:19 PM

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Fran Golden

Restaurants + Cafés

Could Hawaii’s Traditional Culinary Practices Help Save the Planet?

Culinary pioneer Peter Merriman talks the traditional—and slightly controversial—food trend that began on the islands and took the world by storm.

August 10, 2017 07:45 PM

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Sarah Buder

Three bottles of sunscreen in different formats on a sandy beach

Health + Wellness

Spray vs. Lotion Sunscreens: Which One Is Safer?

Spray sunscreens are popular and convenient. But are they as safe as lotion sunscreens?

August 8, 2024 07:15 AM

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Nathalie Alonso

Open House. A book store, co-working space, with multiple cafes and restaurant on the top floor of Central Embassy Shopping Mall.

A new report from global market research company Euromonitor International highlights the most visited cities in the world based on international arrivals.

January 31, 2024 10:16 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Ponta da Ferraria, Rua Padre Fernando Vieira Gomes, Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Outdoor Adventure

Multicolored Thermal Pools Make This Portuguese Island the Ultimate Hot Springs Crawl

On São Miguel, you could drive to the pools in one day or over a long weekend.

April 10, 2026 12:24 PM

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Regan Stephens

Water Sports

The Best Inflatable Paddleboards for Travelers

Surf the waves, run the rapids, practice your floating downward dog, or simply paddle calm waters anywhere in the world with these packable, inflatable SUP boards.

December 13, 2022 07:48 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Epic Trips

Social Distancing With Gorillas in Rwanda

Rwanda reopened its international airport in August, and we touched down not long after, eager to see how responsible tourism can support the gorillas of Volcanoes National Park.

September 24, 2020 10:48 AM

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Greg Sullivan

A small wooden boat with a flag tied to an anchor in the sand and soaring island rocks in the background on the beach in Phuket, Thailand

The new Destination Thailand Visa will allow remote workers to stay for up to five years. Here’s what you need to know.

June 19, 2024 09:08 AM

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Bailey Berg

National Parks

You Can Get Into U.S. National Parks for Free This Saturday

In addition to free entry, you can take part in dozens of volunteer opportunities in national parks across the United States to celebrate National Public Lands Day.

September 21, 2018 01:57 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

The Best Airfares for February—Which Will Be the Lowest They’ve Been in Years

These are the domestic and international flights to book ASAP.

January 29, 2020 01:06 AM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Delta Tops List of Best U.S. Airlines for the First Time Since 2000

The 29th annual Airline Quality Rating ranks the major airlines in the United States based on mishandled baggage, consumer complaints, on-time performance, and involuntary denied boardings.

April 11, 2019 04:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Aerial view of people at an airport, with passengers visible on two levels

Air Travel News

This Underused Option Is the Quickest Way to Get Through TSA

It’s currently available at more than 60 U.S. airports.

May 5, 2026 07:00 PM

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Iona Brannon

Black and white image of a beverage cart on an airplane featuring a coffee pot and a few other drinks

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