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A chef preparing sushi for guests at a wooden bar in Tatsu Dallas, Texas.

The Ultimate Guide to New Michelin-Worthy Dining in Dallas

Michelin comes to Texas, and Dallas gets its first star.

Sponsored by Visit Dallas

Travel That Transforms With GoPhilanthropic

Our Tour Operators That Give Back series meets a company offering travelers a deeper understanding of pressing issues facing the countries they visit.

September 24, 2021 04:32 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

History + Culture

What in the World Are You Wearing?

Unravel the social status, historic figures, and far-flung places behind your clothes to go around the world in your closet.

July 2, 2020 09:45 AM

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Pat Tompkins

Cherry blossom trees bloom each spring in D.C.

Where to Travel Next

Discover a Diverse World of Possibilities on a Trip to Washington, D.C.

From legendary museums to globally inspired events and restaurants serving international cuisines, here’s how you can take a trip around the world without leaving the District.

Sponsored by washington.org

A view of Marksburg Castle along the Rhine River in Germany

Family Travel

This Fun, Jam-Packed Itinerary Will Have Your Family Saying “Ja” to Germany

More than bratwurst and pretzels, delights like chocolate museums, UNESCO-recognized castles, and Roman ruins fill Germany to keep kids delighted on the ultimate family vacation.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

view of a total solar eclipse from an airplane

Air Travel News

On This Rare Flight, You’ll Be Able to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse From the Plane

Delta Air Lines is hosting a special flight along the path of totality on April 8, 2024.

February 20, 2024 06:16 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Aerial view of Waterlemon Cay with the North Shore of St. John in the distance in the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park.

Cruise

A Local’s Guide to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Make the most of your time on this spectacular Caribbean island, whether you have a few hours or a few days.

February 20, 2025 05:18 PM

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Carol M. Bareuther

An American Bison roams the prairie at Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve near Pawhuska, Oklahoma

Outdoor Adventure

Here’s How to Experience North America’s Most Endangered (and Underrated) Ecosystem

The prairie is disappearing, but these seven parks and preserves are working to protect a biodiverse habitat filled with bison, pronghorn, prairie dogs, and plenty of homesteader history.

August 29, 2024 03:00 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

The aurora borealis could be visible in the Lower 48 through September 30 through October 3.

Natural Wonders

The Northern Lights Could Appear in Lower 48 Tonight

If you live in Washington, Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, or the Northeast, look up—you might catch a glimpse.

September 18, 2023 06:59 PM

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Bailey Berg

COVID + Travel

U.K.’s Heathrow Airport Opens Terminal for High-Risk Travelers

As of June 1, travelers arriving from a “red list” of coronavirus hot spots will pass through the London airport’s Terminal 3.

June 2, 2021 02:53 PM

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Jill Lawless

a big blue sky with white clouds over a landscape of green prairie grass and a river at Valles Caldera National Preserve New Mexico

National Parks

Fall Travel Idea: The Southwestern City That’s a Gateway to Three National Parks

Get nature, art, history—and three national park sites—in one easy weekend getaway.

August 16, 2024 09:25 AM

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Billie Cohen

Natural Wonders

Why Your Next Flight Will Be Shorter Than You Expect

United Airlines’ huge expansion of new routes means more nonstops to the places you love to travel.

Sponsored by United Airlines

Cities We Love

Little Cities That Think Big: 8 Forward-Thinking Destinations Across the U.S.

Major metropolises are often known for their innovation and creativity, but these smaller towns and cities punch above their weight.

October 17, 2022 06:11 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Travel for Good

A New Partnership Aims to Protect Our Fragile Oceans—Here’s How Travelers Can Help

Conservation International and Pew Charitable Trusts are teaming up to protect 7 million square miles of ocean. There are many ways travelers can join the effort to preserve oceans as well.

April 20, 2021 05:39 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Sunset on Lake Michigan at Saugatuck, Michigan

Where to Go in Summer

7 Beautiful Lakeside Getaways Across the U.S.

A weekend getaway at one of these lakes is good for the soul.

April 25, 2023 08:17 AM

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Amy Bizzarri

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