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Yosemite Might Require Reservations When It Reopens

The popular national park is considering a permitted entry system when it reopens in June.

May 21, 2020 07:02 PM

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Maggie Fuller

COVID + Travel

Iceland to Lift All Travel Restrictions

Starting tomorrow, the island nation will no longer require travelers to have a negative COVID-19 test to visit.

February 24, 2022 12:32 PM

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Bailey Berg

aerial angle of jet ski exiting green lush mangrove channel into blue caribbean sea water during golden hour in turks and caicos islands

Cities We Love

This Caribbean Island Is a Favorite for Cruise Travelers. But You Need to Stay Longer to Fully Appreciate It

In Grand Turk, the beach is only a few steps away from the docking point.

March 10, 2025 04:35 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Tips + News

Spain Plans to Reopen to Travelers in July

The prime minister says Spain will allow the arrival of foreign tourists “under safe conditions” this July but has yet to announce details about exact dates or who will be welcome.

May 26, 2020 05:23 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

How to Get the Best Parthenon Views in Athens? Go Rock Climbing

The growing sport has new bouldering routes that merge history with modern life.

May 19, 2026 06:18 PM

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Ryleigh Norgrove

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Apply for a U.S. Passport

From where you apply to how much it costs, here’s the scoop on how to get (or renew) your passport.

September 24, 2023 08:33 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

a photo of Copenhagen's harbor in the sunset

Eco-rewards, grants, and other perks are among the ways European destinations are experimenting to attract mindful travelers and long-term residents.

April 14, 2026 01:36 PM

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Jessica Benavides Canepa

Tips + News

Which State You Live in Says a Lot About Where You Like to Travel

New Yorkers prefer Florida, Californians are all about Vegas (baby), and Delawarians love Dublin.

November 29, 2018 07:29 PM

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Michelle Baran

Packing Tips + Gear

Subscription Boxes and Membership Gifts That Are Perfect for Travelers

Open your world with these monthly subscription boxes that keep on giving.

November 10, 2020 12:05 PM

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Dana Brindle

Packing Tips + Gear

Away Now Makes Outdoor Gear Like Duffels and Backpacks

Everyone’s go-to company for hard-shell spinners just released its first line of durable duffels and backpacks made with water- and abrasion-resistant recycled materials.

June 29, 2022 05:55 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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

Establishing Aerial view of Paris Cityscape with Eiffel Tower and Seine river on sunrise, France. Landmark Monument as Famous Touristic Destination. Romantic Travel and Urban Skyline Panorama

Following the Olympic cleanup, the public can now swim in the Seine near the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, or East Paris.

July 15, 2025 01:53 PM

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Kinsey Gidick

The Frank Gehry–designed Fondation Louis Vuitton is hosting two major exhibits featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat and Egon Schiele this fall.

Art + Architecture

9 Iconic Frank Gehry–Designed Buildings You Can Visit

The famed architect Frank Gerhy has passed away. He was one of the most beloved—and polarizing—figures in his field.

December 5, 2025 05:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Aerial of boat and snorkelers on the reef

Beaches

Fewer Travelers Visit This Part of the Great Barrier Reef. They’re Missing Out.

Not many people visit Lady Elliot Island, at the Great Barrier Reef’s southern tip. But a lot of people are trying to protect it.

April 17, 2025 12:54 PM

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Tim Chester

Outdoor Adventure

23 Cozy Airbnb Cabins Where You Can Escape From the World

Rent one of these Airbnb cabins and get off the grid.

August 3, 2023 09:41 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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