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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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Mountain Music and Sparkling Streams: The Ultimate Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip

Road Trips

This Is One of the Most Beautiful Drives in the U.S—Here’s How to Experience It

Two lanes, five days, nine tunnels, and endless diversions on this scenic drive through Virginia and North Carolina.

October 19, 2023 12:30 PM

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Jess Graves

Tips + News

You Could Win a Trip to Croatia if You Can Guess How “Game of Thrones” Ends

A lucky fan with the correct prediction will be offered an exclusive tour (for two!) to “GoT” filming locations in the country. But hurry: Entry closes soon.

May 1, 2019 01:00 PM

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Sarah Buder

Hotels

New Zealand’s Best Glamping Retreats

Forget pitching a tent. When you stay in these luxurious huts, domes, and pods, getting close to nature doesn’t mean roughing it.

September 16, 2019 04:44 PM

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Tracy Ziemer

Books

The Best Summer Beach Reads of 2019

Bedside Reading founder Jane Ubell-Meyer shares her picks for the hottest books to pack for your next trip.

May 21, 2019 01:32 PM

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Jane Ubell-Meyer

Train Travel

Virgin’s Hyperloop Could Mean a 30-Minute New York-to-D.C. Journey

The company has confirmed a manufacturing and testing site in West Virginia that brings the zero-emission technology ever closer to commercial operations.

October 8, 2020 04:01 PM

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Michelle Baran

Parisians and tourists enjoy food and drinks outside at a cafe in Paris with a navy blue exterior

Loyalty + Rewards

Why the American Express Gold Card Is Perfect for Food-Loving Travelers

If you frequently spend money at restaurants and on flights, this credit card is one of the best for you.

December 12, 2023 09:11 AM

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Paul Rubio

Air Travel News

Why These Airport Lounges Are Revolutionizing Air Travel

United Polaris lounges are the new generation of airport lounges—and unlike anything you’ve experiened.

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Restaurants + Cafés

How to Eat the Best of Tokyo Without Leaving New York City

A new restaurant from Tokyo’s yakitori master recently opened on the Lower East Side.

January 13, 2020 12:48 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Train Travel

Amtrak Is Having a Half-Off Sale Right Now—but It Ends Soon

The two-day sale ends on August 17, so you’ll have to act quickly.

August 16, 2019 03:51 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A skier in black pants and a grey t-shirt flying down the slopes, with pine trees in the background

Winter Sports

6 U.S. Resorts With Great Spring Skiing

Beyond late-season skiing and snowboarding, these mountains go all out with music, festivals, and competitions.

February 28, 2025 02:32 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

Books

5 Novel Destinations From the Man Who Wrote the Book on Literary Travel

Richard Kreitner takes readers on a journey to places that have inspired literature, poetry, nonfiction, and more. Here are some of his favorite book-inspired spots.

September 12, 2019 05:51 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

Loyalty + Rewards

This Is Your Last Chance to Get Citi Premier’s Best-Ever 80K Point Introductory Offer

The generous limited time offer ends January 9, 2023—and may not happen again.

January 5, 2023 11:19 AM

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Paul Rubio

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