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Why Macao Is the Hidden Gem You Need to See Next

With fascinating history and art, multicultural cuisine, and several new hotels, this bustling city in Asia makes for a rewarding dream trip.

Sponsored by Macao Government Tourism Office

Longreads

A Love Letter to Eating in Sri Lanka

What to do when you land in Colombo? Head straight for the curries, rotis, pickles, and more.

February 1, 2023 03:10 PM

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Karan Gokani

Aerial shot of Alila Ventana Big Sur with a view of the pool, nearby lawn area, and building with guestrooms with trees and surrounding hills

Hotels

The Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts in the United States

The best adults-only all inclusive resorts offer privacy, standout dining, and curated experiences.

May 4, 2026 04:50 PM

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Lauren Dana Ellman

Tips + News

You Can Finally Watch the Original Broadway Production of “Hamilton” at Home

The live, filmed version of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit musical is now streaming exclusively on Disney Plus.

July 3, 2020 10:29 AM

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Sarah Buder

Health + Wellness

What We Can Learn From Polar Explorers for Surviving Months of Isolation

Long before the internet, Antarctic explorers of the early 1900s survived tedium with these basic activities.

March 30, 2020 12:36 PM

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Daniella McCahey

COVID + Travel

Italy to Require COVID Pass to Enter Museums, Restaurants

Eligibility will be based on having received at least one vaccine dose, recovered from COVID, or tested negative within the last 48 hours.

July 23, 2021 06:19 PM

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Frances D’Emilio

The exterior of the tall, glass and dark gray architectural structure of the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid, Spain.

Food + Drink

This is One of the Best Ways to Experience Madrid’s Historic Food Scene

Try local flavors in the highly walkable Madrid de Los Austrias, an underrated cultural district that’s one of Madrid’s first neighborhoods.

Sponsored by Madrid City Tourism

Restaurants + Cafés

For a Taste of the Real Harlem, Eat Where the Locals Eat

The storied African American neighborhood has stubbornly weathered gentrification and become even more itself—with even more exciting restaurant options.

September 19, 2019 12:18 PM

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Khalid Salaam

Museums + Galleries

The World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai

The new museum is also one of China’s latest architectural wonders.

July 20, 2021 02:08 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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

Outdoor Adventure

The Adventure Lover’s Guide to Aruba

From otherworldly hiking and scenic skydiving to walking the ocean floor, there are unlimited ways to get your adrenaline pumping on this Caribbean island.

April 25, 2022 12:14 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Cruise

U.S. Cruises Can Resume in Mid-July—if Most Onboard Are Vaccinated

The CDC’s latest guidance is forcing cruise lines to make some difficult decisions regarding their vaccination policy for passengers, including what to do about unvaccinated children.

May 5, 2021 06:19 PM

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Fran Golden

Cities We Love

Singapore’s Neighborhoods Not to Miss

These are the districts to explore for a truly multicultural Singapore experience, from Chinatown to Little India.

January 13, 2022 04:15 PM

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Lester V. Ledesma

A wide view of a man looking out over Lochan Urr in Glen Etive, Scotland, with the snow-capped Buachaille Etive Beag and Buachaille Etive Mor mountains in the background.

Sustainable Travel

These Are Some of Scotland’s Best Eco-Lodges and Sustainable Adventures

Whether hiking, fishing, or whisky tasting, explore Scotland the sustainable way.

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