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How This Wyoming Town’s Artisans Are Continuing a Proud Handcrafting Heritage

From intricate leatherwork to hand-forged steel, the creative soul of the West lives on in Sheridan’s devoted craftspeople.

As Haiti endures severe unrest and political upheaval, travelers may be wondering what the situation on the ground is like in the neighboring Dominican Republic.

March 20, 2024 12:16 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

Travel Insiders

How Women in Paris Are Changing the Stereotypes of Women in Paris

A new book tackles the tropes of the “Parisian woman” and introduces readers to some of the game-changers reshaping the City of Light.

January 23, 2020 03:20 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

How to Select the Right Charity After a Disaster Like Hurricane Dorian

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Find the Right Charity After a Disaster Like a Hurricane

For travelers who want to give but feel unsure about the long list of fund-raising efforts that crop up in the wake of a natural disaster, a philanthropy scholar offers some advice.

September 10, 2019 08:26 PM

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David Campbell

Hiking + Cycling

7 Incredible Hikes in Australia

Hike through a subtropical rain forest by day, drink great wine in a luxury lodge by night on a Great Walk of Australia.

February 3, 2021 05:15 PM

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Celeste Mitchell

Longreads

The Vacation Situation

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American vacation has once again been thrown into harsh relief.

July 9, 2020 04:12 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Food + Drink

How Minnesota Became One of America’s Great Food Destinations

From lefse potato “tortillas” to Hmong cuisine, Minnesota offers a wealth of mouth-watering options.

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Tips + News

U.K. to Enter COVID Lockdown for At Least Four Weeks

Under the new restrictions, bars and restaurants can only offer take-out, nonessential shops must close, and people can only leave home for specific reasons, such as exercise.

November 2, 2020 06:36 PM

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Jill Lawless

Why Only Some Flights Are Canceled in Bad Weather

Air Travel News

Will My Flight Get Canceled Due to Bad Weather?

When there’s snowfall, heavy rain, a big storm, or extreme winds, here’s how airlines decide which flights to operate and which ones to cancel or delay.

November 27, 2024 02:05 PM

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Barbara Peterson

South Dakota

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West Virginia

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Travel for Good

If You Need Me, I’ll Be Cuddling Rescued Animals at This Upstate Farm Stay

Happy animals in a beautiful location? Take us to New York’s Farm Sanctuary right now.

March 13, 2020 06:58 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Outdoor Adventure

A Competition for Clever Dogs Draws Thousands to Colorado

Each September, quick-witted dogs and their handlers gather in a Rocky Mountain town to test their herding skills—and travelers flock to see it.

August 26, 2022 01:33 PM

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Andria Hautamaki

Ode Toronto Black and Yellow room (left) and Red room (Right)

Stay Here Next

Toronto’s Only Black-Owned Hotel Sits in One of the City’s Most Creative Neighborhoods

At the 10-room Ode Toronto, local art, vintage shopping, and neighborhood restaurants in Dundas West define the experience.

March 13, 2026 02:49 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Winter Sports

7 Winter Gear Picks From an Avalanche-Fighting Ski Patroller

Serious cold requires serious equipment. Choose smartly.

January 23, 2018 01:26 PM

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Adrienne Jordan

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