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Why the Insta360 GO 2 Is the Best Action Camera for Spur-of-the-Moment Travel Videos

If you’re in the market for a GoPro alternative, consider the Insta360 GO 2.

December 15, 2021 02:24 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Coffee advent calendar in front of a Christmas tree with someone making a cup of coffee in the foreground

Holiday Travel

15 Advent Calendars Travelers Will Love

Count down the days to Christmas with these Advent calendars filled with chocolate, coffee, and travel-size beauty products from around the world.

October 27, 2023 01:38 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Camping

The Borscht Belt Goes Glamping

Opened in June 2018, the Catskills’ stylish Eastwind Hotel could be the antidote to a sticky summer in the city.

March 26, 2018 01:43 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Bars + Nightlife

Singapore, Crazy Rich Experiences Without The Crazy Rich Price Tags

Authentic Experiences Here Do Not Have to Cost a Fortune.

Sponsored by Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore Airlines, Changi Airport Group

Cities We Love

The 9 Best Things to Do in Charleston

Learn how to do the Charleston by following the locals’ lead. Master these easy steps to find out what makes the Holy City so charming.

March 15, 2019 11:01 AM

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Stratton Lawrence

UNESCO World Heritage

Study Shows Mediterranean UNESCO World Heritage Sites Are at Risk of Major Flooding by 2100

Nearly 50 World Heritage sites are at risk of coastal flooding or erosion from sea-level rise by 2100.

December 6, 2018 06:04 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

Is MIMA the Most Progressive Museum in Europe?

The art is only part of the reason this is one of Europe’s edgiest museums.

February 7, 2017 02:00 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Beaches

Puerto Rico, Revived

As residents of the Caribbean island rebuild in the wake of two devastating hurricanes, the commitment to community—and each other—is stronger than ever.

December 6, 2019 05:02 PM

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Ramona Ausubel

Cities We Love

The Best New Restaurants in Copenhagen

Just when it seemed this foodie city couldn’t get any more delicious, a new round of restaurants, wine bars, and bakeries took flight.

December 2, 2021 05:14 PM

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Lisa Abend

Hotels

Three Eco-Resorts Are Introducing Visitors to Indonesia’s Overlooked Island

Community consciousness and sustainability define a trio of beach hotels on Sumba, an island known for its pristine beaches, remote villages, and ancient rituals.

August 25, 2023 10:18 AM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Restaurants + Cafés

8 Fresh, Flavorful Spring Foods Worth Traveling For

Hungry for springtime? Try one of these global dishes.

January 22, 2018 05:25 PM

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Sarah Baird

COVID + Travel

People Did Travel in 2020—Here’s How

The founder of experience booking platform Peek.com looks at the trends of pandemic travel.

December 23, 2020 06:55 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Books

International Cookbooks That Will Bring the Spirit of Travel to Your Table

For travelers who are fans of fine food, spring offers a bounty of evocative cookbooks. Here are eight of our picks.

April 4, 2018 04:57 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Books

Sail Away: 8 Books That Will Turn Your Couch Into a Cruise Ship

Eager to get back on a ship? While we wait for the cruising seas to calm, get your fill of ocean adventures through these 8 novels and nonfiction books.

May 3, 2021 03:14 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Tips + News

No, the Kincade Fire Didn’t Level Sonoma County. So Go Visit.

In the aftermath of the fire that ravaged part of Sonoma County in October, a local journalist shares how travelers can best help the region.

November 11, 2019 07:12 PM

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Matt Villano

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