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An aerial view of the Amazon River in Peru winding through lush green rainforests with a couple boats creating ripples in the water and a small grouping of homes jutting out over the water

Pink Dolphins, Piranhas, and Wine-Paired Tasting Menus—Sailing the Peruvian Amazon on a New Luxury Riverboat

The newly launched ‘Pure Amazon’ from high-end operator Abercrombie & Kent takes guests on the ultimate floating safari through the lush, flora- and fauna-filled Peruvian Amazon rainforest.

October 21, 2025 07:24 PM

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Jeri Clausing

6 Surprising U.S. Places That Go All Out for St. Patrick’s Day

Festivals + Events

8 Surprising U.S. Cities and Towns That Go Big for St. Patrick’s Day

Skip the well-known extravaganzas this year and raise your pint of Guinness at one of these rollicking events instead.

March 14, 2024 06:53 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Hiking + Cycling

San Francisco’s Presidio Tunnel Tops Park Is Set to Open in July

The much-hyped park project will feature numerous trails, a two-acre nature play area for kids, and a pedestrian link to the waterfront for the first time in 80 years.

March 31, 2022 06:14 PM

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Bailey Berg

Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees

Stay Here Next

Sauna Rituals, Lake Plunges, and Cabins From $175—All a 3-Hour Drive From NYC

Recover the Scandinavian way at Prospect in the Berkshires, through nature, clean air, and multiple sauna sessions.

June 27, 2025 11:23 AM

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Danielle Hallock

Outdoor Adventure

There’s More to Telluride Than Trails and Ski Lifts

In Telluride, Colorado, summer brings wine, art, and live music to the San Juan Mountains.

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Aerial view of the Lighthouse in Maunabo, Puerto Rico

Outdoor Adventure

9 Eye-Popping Views in Puerto Rico That Most People Don’t See

Get your camera ready, because you won’t want to forget these postcard-worthy places.

May 27, 2025 02:05 PM

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Herson Guerrero

Outdoor Adventure

The Adventure Lover’s Guide to Aruba

From otherworldly hiking and scenic skydiving to walking the ocean floor, there are unlimited ways to get your adrenaline pumping on this Caribbean island.

April 25, 2022 12:14 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

An illustration of a man's "uprooting" a Greek statue.

Summer 2023

Should You Visit Museums That Have Complicated Histories?

Museums play a powerful role in sharing knowledge and culture. How can we best engage with them, given ethical concerns about the acquisition of artifacts?

August 24, 2023 10:45 AM

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Latria Graham

AFAR-Birchbark-Bookstore-MN-Jaida-Grey-Eagle-Photography.jpg

Art + Culture

6 Bookstores Across the U.S. That Give Back

From raising up underserved communities to fighting book bans, these indie shops are on a mission.

April 8, 2024 03:09 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Destination Spotlight

The Best Places to Eat, Stay, and Hike in Joshua Tree, California

There’s a lot more to Joshua Tree than the “trees.”

December 5, 2022 07:15 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Aerial of Zion's Red Rock Formations and Springdale Community

National Parks

These Gateway Towns Might Be Cooler Than the National Parks Next Door

Use one of these singular towns as a base for your next outdoor adventure.

February 4, 2026 12:05 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Outdoor Adventure

9 Unique Ways to Visit Alaska This Summer

Many cruises may be on hold, but from train journeys to cycling trips, beautiful lodges to intimate expedition vessels, there are still ample ways to explore the Last Frontier this year.

April 30, 2021 03:36 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

Famous marine biologist and oceanographer Syvlia Earle diving among coral

Cruise

Can Cruise Ships Help the World’s Oceans? This Famous Marine Biologist Thinks So.

Marine biologist and oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle serves as the godmother of Explora Journeys’ recently launched ‘Explora I’ cruise ship. Here’s why she doesn’t think that’s a conflict of interest.

March 26, 2024 08:57 AM

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Fran Golden

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