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National Parks, Hot Springs, and the Wild West: The Ultimate Wyoming Road Trip

A journey through this vast wilderness offers iconic parks, ancient forests, wildlife, and a history tour of the Wild West. One of the best ways to visit Wyoming is to hit the open road.

August 19, 2022 06:50 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

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Outdoor Adventure

3 Ways to Experience Innsbruck, the Capital of the Alps

Whether you’re an artist, athlete, or historian, Innsbruck offers discoveries for all.

Sponsored by Austria Tourism

Lassen Peak perfectly mirrored in Manzanita Lake

National Parks

These Cooler, Less-Crowded National Parks Are Best in Summer

From Alaska to Maine, here’s where to swim, hike, and camp all summer long.

May 21, 2025 03:34 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

History + Culture

See Mexico’s Sacred “New Fire” Ceremony Through an Indigenous Photographer’s Eyes

Photographer Joanna García Cherán shares a glimpse of the ancient fire lighting ritual, which has been practiced by her indigenous Purépecha community since the pre-Hispanic period.

February 14, 2020 10:40 AM

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Sarah Buder

A view of water and a shoreline from out a window of a floating sauna in Lillesand, Norway

Health + Wellness

An Insider’s Guide to Wellness Travel in Sweden and Norway

From forest bathing and sunbathing to reflective moments and reflections on placid mountain lakes, nature in the Nordics offers opportunities for mindfulness and self care.

Sponsored by The Nordics

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Loyalty + Rewards

You Can Now Book Premium Vacation Rentals Through Capital One Travel

Capital One cardholders can earn and redeem miles for vacation rentals across North America—just as they would for hotels.

August 13, 2024 12:18 PM

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Paul Rubio

Packing Tips + Gear

Target’s Stylish New Luggage Line Is All Priced $180 or Less

The lower price point doesn’t sacrifice quality—or fun color options.

February 6, 2020 07:06 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Hiking + Cycling

7 Breathtaking Hikes in Europe That Are Worth the Journey

Mountains, valleys, pilgrimages, and wilderness—these hikes showcase the best of the continent wherever your walking boots take you.

February 2, 2024 10:03 AM

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Phoebe Smith

Epic Trips

In Patagonia, You Can White-Water Raft for 62 Miles from Lodge to Lodge

Chile’s Futaleufú River provides a rare, thrilling experience that’s possible only with continued environmental protection.

May 12, 2026 01:43 PM

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Jessica Vincent

Fliers in smaller markets are about to have less options.

Los Angeles and San Francisco are among the hubs that will see the most service cuts.

October 3, 2022 04:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Famed Judgment of Paris Wine Showdown Is Being Recreated in Napa Valley

Tickets are available now to take part in a blind tasting inspired by the 1976 event that put California wine on the map.

February 4, 2020 07:19 PM

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Sara Button

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Bucket List Reimagined: Mindful Return to the Greek Islands

Starting May 1, Greece will stop requiring travelers to show proof of vaccination, a negative test, or proof of recovery to enter—it may be the perfect time to visit. Here’s where to go.

April 27, 2022 12:44 PM

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Giovanna Dell’Orto

Books

Behind the Scenes of the Best-Selling Novel “Of Women and Salt”

Author Gabriela Garcia on Cuban history, writing matriarchal fiction, and what it was like growing up in Miami as the daughter of Cuban and Mexican immigrants.

August 25, 2021 06:09 PM

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Aislyn Greene

(Left) Luxor Egypt, (Middle) Avalon River Cruise in Budapest, (Right) Food market in Provence France, Christian Mackie/Unsplash

River Cruises

How to Pick the Right River Cruise for You—a Sailing for Every Style of Traveler

A travel writer who’s been covering river cruises for years offers her top picks for families, foodies, solo travelers, wellness seekers, history lovers, and more.

February 26, 2025 08:03 AM

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Jeri Clausing

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in Napa Valley at Home

While you’re stuck inside, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate a trip to wine country.

May 6, 2020 05:09 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

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