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Big City Escapes: 8 National Park Service Treasures Within Easy Reach

These sites offer starry skies, pristine deserts, and tales of our multicultural history—and they’re all close to some of the nation’s biggest cities.

July 25, 2018 02:26 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Rewards Credit Cards for International Travel

Look for a credit card that waives foreign transaction fees and covers the cost of Global Entry.

December 15, 2020 03:05 PM

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Eric Rosen

Howth Beacon a seaside cliff outside of Dublin, Ireland

Books

10 Essential Books to Read Before You Go to Ireland

From Yeats poems to a once-banned novel, these books by Irish writers are must-reads if you’re planning an Ireland adventure.

November 30, 2023 09:50 AM

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Pat Tompkins

Food + Drink

Sipping Kentucky Bourbon With Master Distiller Marianne Eaves

As the first woman named master distiller, Marianne Eaves has “big ideas” about the next life of bourbon.

October 29, 2021 03:44 PM

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Kara Newman

Beaches

Where to Get a Glimpse of the Golden Age of Baja

An unpaved road leads to a Baja of the past.

November 8, 2016 12:04 PM

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Jennifer Trandell

History + Culture

“Black Women Travel Podcast” Creates Community for Black Entrepreneurs on the Go

Digital nomad Wanda Duncan is creating a nurturing environment for women just like her.

January 7, 2022 02:36 PM

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Mae Hamilton

An illustration depicting a family gathered around a person playing an instrument.

Fall 2022

The Future of Travel: Longer, More Meaningful Trips That Uplift Local Communities

Modern travelers hunger for cultural connection and emotional resonance on their trips.

November 7, 2022 02:30 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Cities We Love

Our Sights Are on Charleston This Year—and This Neighborhood Is Especially Worth a Visit

Just north of the heart of downtown, this historic residential area is the place to stay, shop, and especially eat.

January 16, 2025 02:54 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Food + Drink

Raising a Glass to Boston’s Seaport District

Cisco brought island vibes to Boston’s hippest new neighborhood

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Tips + News

Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)

The country is ready to receive a lot more visitors—here’s what we know.

June 10, 2020 07:44 PM

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Sara Button

Art + Architecture

Norway’s New Art Museum Doubles as a Twisting Bridge Above a River

Just north of Oslo, the striking structure designed by the acclaimed Bjarke Ingels Group features works by renowned artists in a spiraling space.

October 11, 2019 04:27 PM

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Terry Ward

Williams flying with his paragliding buggy above Taylors Mistake, Christchurch, New Zealand.

Outdoor Adventure

How One Tetraplegic Paraglider Is Changing Adventure Travel in New Zealand

Jezza Williams is working to evolve inclusive travel—and often using his own body as a litmus test to prove what’s possible.

October 21, 2022 02:48 PM

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Petrina Darrah

Hiking + Cycling

Protecting England’s Public Footpaths One Hike at a Time

A writer discovers that walking Great Britain’s many footpaths is more than a lockdown salvation—it’s a civic duty.

September 3, 2020 04:05 PM

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Emma John

New Routes and Airline Deals for January

Air Travel News

Airlines Expand Routes in 2017 for More Nonstop Flights

New fuel-efficient planes mean longer (read: more nonstop) flights.

January 19, 2017 11:46 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Epic Trips

Orlando’s Best Outdoor Adventures

The theme parks may get all the attention, but Orlando, Florida is also a great base if you want to experience some of the state’s natural beauty or try a new sport

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