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The World’s First Energy-Positive Hotel Is Coming to Arctic Norway

Designed by award-winning Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta, the sustainable hotel is set to open deep in Norway’s remote northern wilderness.

November 23, 2020 05:32 PM

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Sarah Buder

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Food + Drink

The Best Soup I’ve Ever Eaten Is Served on This Korean Volcanic Island

The wagyu of pork, made from Jeju Black pigs, is treasured for its marbled, nutty-sweet meat. I found a life-changing version of it on a sleepy side street.

April 16, 2026 03:57 PM

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Elyse Inamine

Videos

We Sent a New York City Slicker to a Wyoming Dude Ranch [VIDEO]

See what it’s like to spend a week on a Dude Ranch.

June 27, 2024 01:39 PM

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Tiana Attride

Air Travel News

At Dubai Airport, Travelers’ Eyes Become Their Passports

On Sunday, travelers stepped up to an iris scanner after checking in, gave it a good look, and breezed through passport control within seconds.

March 8, 2021 04:03 PM

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Isabel DeBre

Museums + Galleries

Overlooked American Stories Come to Life at These New Museums

New museums and exhibitions are exploring the underrepresented experiences, histories, and legacies of minorities in the United States.

April 6, 2020 02:28 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

The U.S. government had a beta test of an online passport renewal system, but it's been paused indefinitely.

Visas + Passports

Yes, You Can Renew Your U.S. Passport Online—if You Meet These Requirements

Renewing your U.S. passport online takes less than 15 minutes. Here’s how to do it.

November 4, 2025 08:00 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Travel for Good

These Visionaries Are Helping to Protect the Planet for Tomorrow’s Travelers

As travelers, we roam this planet in search of its most beautiful corners. But most of us don’t know about the people who are working tirelessly to ensure those places don’t vanish.

July 25, 2019 10:46 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Tips + News

The Washington Monument Is Finally Reopening This September

The historic site has been closed for repairs since August 2016.

August 23, 2019 05:05 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Festivals + Events

7 Ways to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love in San Francisco

From a big-deal exhibit to hotel deals, here’s how you can get groovy in the Bay Area this summer.

May 18, 2017 06:50 PM

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Tamara Palmer

Safari

How to Really Adventure in Kenya—With Astounding Wildlife and Culture

Search for the Big Five and immerse yourself in incredible cultural experiences on these three unforgettable trips, tailormade for style, romance, and outdoor adventures.

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Road Trips

Meet the Traveler Making Domestic Road Trips More Inclusive

A new series of road trips—covering everything from California wine country to Southern foodways—put diversity in the driver’s seat.

October 20, 2020 03:20 PM

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Aislyn Greene

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

Air Travel News

Why You May Need a Second Passport

Here’s what U.S. citizens need to know about how to obtain a second passport, including why they’re necessary and when they’re permitted.

August 1, 2022 05:37 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

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