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Centuries of history, world-class dining, Van Leeuwen ice cream (!): NYC's South Street Seaport has it all.

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in NYC’s South Street Seaport

Whether you’re here for a memorable night out or a scoop of ice cream and a stroll, use this guide to explore NYC’s South Street Seaport neighborhood.

August 25, 2022 12:33 PM

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Jane L. Levere

Devils Lake State Park, Devils Lake, hiking, walking, Devils Doorway, East Bluff Trail, couple, smiling

Where to Travel Next

This Midwestern Road Trip Takes in Scenic Small Towns and Landscapes That Inspired Frank Lloyd Wright

Organic farming, architecture, and culture flourish in the Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin.

June 26, 2025 02:43 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Aerial Photos of the Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise Aboard Chicago’s First Lady, Summer 2018, Photographer: Barry Butler

4 Days In

A Local’s Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend in Chicago

Sample gourmet Ukrainian food, watch a comedy show with puppets, and catch an all-ages jazz show.

May 19, 2025 08:50 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Weekend Getaways

Why Big Bear Is One of Southern California’s Favorite Mountain Retreats

The mountain town offers outdoor fun all year round.

May 30, 2024 04:03 PM

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Tim Chester

Hotels

Summer Like a Rockefeller at These Historic Adirondack Great Camps

Former vacation homes of the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers are among the beautiful, remote lodgings now open to the public.

May 30, 2024 10:59 AM

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Suzanne Rowan Kelleher

A birds-eye view of sailboats anchored near the shore of Lake Harriet in Minnesota.

Water Sports

7 Picture-Perfect Minnesota Lakes You Need to Visit

Go canoeing, relax by the shore while sipping wine, and shop in these charming lake towns.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

The TSA security area at Newark Liberty International Airport's new Terminal A

Air Travel News

Newark Airport’s Seriously Upgraded New Terminal A Is Now Open

The much-anticipated improvement over its worn-out predecessor officially opened to the flying public on January 12.

January 12, 2023 12:26 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Touring Barkers Bay in Barkers National Park by ATV

Where to Travel Next

How to Explore Beyond the Beaches in the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands is an idyllic destination for beach lovers. See a whole different side of it when you hike and bike, go rock climbing, play golf, and more.

Sponsored by Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

Water Sports

Ask a Local: Where Can I Go Boating Around Fort Lauderdale?

A boat is your key to exploring Fort Lauderdale, Florida, be it on the New River, the 165 miles of canals, or out on the Atlantic.

February 24, 2021 10:01 AM

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Terry Ward

A high view of Avalon Bay in California, with Catalina Casino in the foreground.

Road Trips

The Ultimate Southern California Road Trip

From coastal luxury to desert escapes, these ten iconic locations will guide you through the heart of Southern California.

Enhanced technology allows agents to confirm passengers’ flight details simply by scanning their government-issued ID.

March 28, 2024 02:00 PM

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Michelle Baran

Rock formations at a beach, with turquoise and dark blue water in the foreground

Beaches

These 8 Beaches Have the Bluest Water in the World

Whether in Australia or the U.S. Virgin Islands, the water at these beaches is astoundingly blue.

January 13, 2025 02:31 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Bars + Nightlife

How Charleston Became a Drinking Town

Charleston’s enduring taste for the hard stuff—evident both in posh hotel bars along Upper King Street and low-down dives on the harbor—can be traced all the way back to its colonial days.

April 18, 2019 03:34 PM

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Stratton Lawrence

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