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Lourdes: A Pilgrimage to France’s Holy Waters

In the Magazine

A Skeptic Visits the Holy Waters of Lourdes—And Surprises Even Himself

For centuries, millions of people have visited the town in southwestern France, hoping for healing.

June 5, 2024 09:40 AM

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Edward Readicker-Henderson

Cruise

There’s a New Way to Sail in the Galápagos—With No Crowds and Plenty of Comfort

On the “Aqua Mare” in the Galápagos, close encounters with the resident wildlife come with standard-setting luxury.

May 15, 2025 01:45 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Longreads

Iceland’s “Golden Circle” Is Famous. You Should Know Its “Woollen Circle”

Meet the woman helping make Iceland more sustainable, one sweater at a time.

April 10, 2025 09:46 AM

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Lauren Breedlove

Travel Tips + Etiquette

6 Ways to Prevent Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness can strike anyone, but travelers have a few ways to reduce the risk—including drinking water, ascending slowly, and getting rescue insurance.

October 22, 2024 08:02 AM

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Sarika Bansal

Live out your best desert island life at the likes of Playa Fronton in the Dominican Republic.

Beaches

The Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic—and the Hotels to Stay At

Whether you’re after lively bars and adventure, or a more remote spot to relax, there’s a stretch of sand for you.

December 19, 2023 05:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

A man with a selfie stick suba diving near the Great Barrier Reef.

Outdoor Adventure

Explore the World’s Oceans on These 7 Eco-Friendly Trips

Here’s how to get out on (and under) the water sustainably.

May 16, 2023 04:16 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

Portugal’s Wildest Islands Have Volcanic Hikes, Black-Sand Beaches, and Natural Hot Springs

The Azores are the closest part of Europe to the United States—and one of the continent’s most dramatic destinations.

May 14, 2026 02:30 PM

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Chadner Navarro

Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge located in southern Washington State, 80 miles northeast of Portland, Oregon. The site is surrounded by hills and evergreens.

Stay Here Next

This New Glamping Retreat in Washington State Offers S’mores, Stargazing, and Soft Adventure

In the Pacific Northwest, guests are encouraged to unplug, embrace the outdoors, and commune over s’mores.

August 18, 2025 01:32 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

The marina decks on the Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection's new 'Ilma' superyacht with couches and loungers overlooking the water

Cruise

Ritz-Carlton Just Launched a New Yacht—We Went Aboard to See if It’s Anything Like the Hotels

On the brand-new 448-passenger “Ilma’” super yacht, you can expect the same glamour of the resorts, with some blue-water bonuses.

September 26, 2024 03:27 PM

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Fran Golden

Family Travel

The Best Weekend Getaways in the U.S. for Families

From Vegas to the Catskills, these are our favorite spots for a mini break with the kids.

August 5, 2024 03:54 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Where to Travel Next

Beyond Tokyo: 7 Lesser-Visited Places to Visit in Japan

From ancient cliffside temples to sake breweries by the sea, consider these stops on your next trip to Japan.

May 11, 2023 06:18 PM

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Kristin Braswell

One of the famous marine iguanas of the Galápagos Islands

In the Magazine

Dedicated Naturalists Help Guests Reconnect with Nature on a Galapagos Sailing

Silverseas elevates the Galapagos cruise experience with a high guide-to-guest ratio.

September 13, 2023 05:19 PM

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Fran Golden

PONANT’s <i>Le Lapérouse </i>will be the staging area for a solar eclipse party in the Timor Sea in 2023.<br/>

Cruise News

4 Stellar Cruises Where You Can Catch an Eclipse

Whether your bucket list includes a solar or lunar eclipse, these sailings deliver.

September 5, 2022 03:41 PM

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Bailey Berg

June 24, 2018. Xilitla, San Luis Potosí Mexico. Panoramic view of the Pools (Las Pozas) a surrealistic garden (Jardín surrealista) located in the subtropical rain forest of the Sierra Madre mountains.

Off The Tourist Trail

7 Ways to Escape the Crowds in Mexico

Here’s how to craft an offbeat adventure a little more removed from the typical places.

January 31, 2025 04:48 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

Smoke seen above a dense collection of apartment buildings in Athens, Greece, with a rocky hilltop in the background

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