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Palm trees downed by tornadoes caused by Hurricane Milton in Palm Beach County in Florida.

This is the current situation in Florida for residents and visitors after back-to-back hurricanes—including which areas are still in recovery and which are open for travelers.

October 17, 2024 06:53 PM

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Terry Ward

COVID + Travel

Europe Votes to Reinstate Restrictions on U.S. Travelers

European countries might now start curbing nonessential travel for unvaccinated travelers or adding stricter entry requirements for vaccinated travelers.

August 30, 2021 03:16 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel for Good

Carbon Offsets Can Really Make a Difference—Here’s How

That money doesn’t just assuage a little ecoguilt; it has an impact where it counts.

April 22, 2021 06:38 PM

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Tim Chester

Camping

What Camping During COVID Is Actually Like

Camping during the COVID-19 pandemic is not only possible, but popular. Here’s how to do it safely.

July 29, 2020 01:37 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Packing Tips + Gear

You Can Now Book Flights Using Your Favorite Instagram Photos

For modern travelers who use the internet as a major source of inspiration, this airline’s new app feature is hugely convenient.

October 16, 2018 04:40 PM

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Sarah Buder

Taking in the views of the city by boat is one of the best ways to get a sense of the scale of Chicago's architecture.

Art + Culture

Chicago Is Known for Its Incredible Architecture—Here’s How to See It

In a city teeming with staggering architecture, it’s worthwhile to take more than a cursory look around.

October 24, 2022 01:59 PM

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Nina Kokotas Hahn

The best Airbnbs in Costa Rica take advantage of the country's abundant nature and unbeatable views.

Hotels

From Surf Towns to Cloud Forests, These Are Costa Rica’s Dreamiest Airbnbs

The best way to embrace the country’s pura vida is by staying in one of these nature-surrounded rental properties.

April 16, 2024 06:18 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Concertgoers get ready for AfroNation Festival on Praia da Rocha beach in Portugal's Algarve region.

Food + Drink

A City to Sea Adventure Through Portugal, With a Side of Wine and Afrobeats

One writer’s journey through coastal towns and bustling cities—with music and food as the perfect pairing.

August 18, 2022 03:19 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Tips + News

What Life Looks Like in Countries Coming Out of Lockdown

As some regions open up from COVID-19 restrictions, we ask citizens what the post-quarantine world looks like.

May 27, 2020 02:46 PM

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Terry Ward

A wooden chalet surrounded by snow and evergreen trees with a snow-covered peak in the distance and bright blue skies

Hotels

8 of the Coziest Winter Cabins on Airbnb, According to Guests

It’s easy to see why these ski chalets and mountain cabins are among the highest rated on Airbnb.

November 17, 2023 11:59 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Art + Architecture

Discover Global Inspiration in This New Line of Tableware

American design meets British pottery, and the result is not only gorgeous—it may cause wanderlust.

Sponsored by Ralph Lauren Home

Hotels

What to Expect from Blackberry Farm’s Dreamy New Project in the Great Smoky Mountains

Plus, how to spend a perfect day there when it opens, according to its proprietor, Mary Celeste Beall

September 8, 2017 04:27 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

Off The Tourist Trail

Skip the Crowds: Smarter Ways to Experience the Caribbean

Step away from the cruise ports and popular spots and explore these fascinating islands more intimately.

June 15, 2026 09:02 AM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Colorful umbrellas form a partial roof above a retail district in Sasebo on Japan's Kyushu Island with some people walking about and a yellow bench in the foreground

Cruise

See Japan’s Quieter Side on This Locally Run Cruise

A recently launched Japanese cruise line is offering a more culturally immersive way to explore lesser-visited corners of Japan.

May 29, 2026 01:19 PM

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Shayla Martin

A view of the exterior of The Tahoe Beach Club along the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.

Festivals + Events

Why Lake Tahoe Is More Than Its Famous Lake

A year-round hub for festivals, concerts, and sports alongside your outdoor adventure.

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