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Indonesia Wants to Develop Tourism Sites Beyond Bali

More than 6 million tourists visited Bali last year, and Indonesian President Joko Widodo has an ambitious plan to boost tourism and create “10 new Balis.”

August 14, 2019 04:57 PM

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Karin Laub

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Serious Traveler’s Guide to the Gig Economy

How to leverage sites like Thumbtack, TaskRabbit, and Fiverr to make your travels smarter, safer, and simpler.

October 16, 2017 03:25 PM

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David K. Gibson

Tips + News

Powerful Quake Destroys Famed Natural Wonder in Puerto Rico

The Punta Ventana natural arch was a popular tourist draw in the southwest town of Guayanilla.

January 8, 2020 02:20 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

People sitting and sub bathing on docks and boats at the La Banchina restaurant in Copenhagen's Refshaleøen neighborhood with a red building and sloped power plant in the background.

Cities We Love

The 6 Essential Copenhagen Neighborhoods—and What to See, Do, and Eat There

Escape the crowds in central Indre By or venture out to hip Refshaleøen and ultramodern Nordhavn. This is your complete guide to Copenhagen’s must-visit neighborhoods.

August 27, 2024 06:45 PM

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Lisa Abend

Outdoor Adventure

The Puerto Rico Most Travelers Miss

Ditch the crowds at the beach and venture into Puerto Rico’s remote central mountain region to find waterfalls, hidden lakes, and plenty of peace and quiet.

January 7, 2022 11:57 AM

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Jhoni Jackson

Food + Drink

Discover Art, Architecture, and Fine Wine at These Napa Valley Spots

At tasting rooms across Napa Valley, galleries let visitors wander with a glass of wine, and picnicking is not only allowed in sculpture gardens—it’s encouraged.

November 15, 2022 04:54 PM

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Layne Randolph

U.S. Beaches

The Joys of Cleaning Up a Beach on Vacation

Whether you join an organized cleanup or simply spend 15 minutes tidying the sand around your towel, picking up trash on a beach can help you connect more deeply with your destination.

May 21, 2019 02:40 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Restaurants + Cafés

Travelers Are Going Nuts for Vegan Vacations (Even the Omnivores Want In)

With new vegan travel experiences sprouting up every day, it’s easier than ever for the vegan, vegetarian, and vegan-curious eaters of the world to follow their taste buds.

July 26, 2018 03:04 PM

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Rachel Krantz

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Best Wineries in the U.S. for Rosé Lovers

Head to one of these 11 wineries for your next rosé holiday.

July 31, 2017 04:08 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Books

Want to Support Black-Owned Businesses While Traveling? Make This Book Your Bible.

The new “ABC Travel Green Book” is a modern take on Victor Hugo Green’s iconic guide—and it’s meant for all travelers.

August 21, 2020 05:49 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Art + Culture

How Madrid Artists Brought Flamenco Back Amid the Pandemic

Performers dance behind plastic screens and customers get a temperature check, but the show does go on.

October 8, 2020 05:58 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

History + Culture

Meet Mexico’s Youngest Generation of Rodeo Riders

Women rodeo riders, known as “escaramuzas,” perform highly choreographed equestrian dances—some start as young as five years old.

June 10, 2022 11:02 AM

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Ayesha Habib

Art + Culture

Sounds Like Puerto Rico: Music to the Ear

Tropical yet familiar, the many sounds—and sights, tastes, and experiences—on this U.S. Caribbean outpost are a joyful noise to U.S. travelers eager for a refresh.

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