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Peter Knego with the former <i>Augustus</i> Italian liner of 1952 in Alang, India. Much of the ship is now with Knego in his home in Oceanside, California.

Longreads

This Is Where Cruise Ships Go to Die. Meet the Man Saving Them

Peter Knego has gone to extremes salvaging at-risk history. He says it’s worth the gamble.

October 24, 2024 10:26 AM

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Jen Rose Smith

Mature man having a siesta next to an old blue wooden boat at La Malvarrosa Beach, in Valcencia Spain

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Real Reason Spaniards Take Siestas

Spanish culture has long embraced the midday nap. But why do they do it? And do they still? Here’s what travelers need to know.

March 29, 2024 08:00 AM

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Paul Richardson

Men jump off a white rock into turquoise water

Cities We Love

When Is the Best Time to Visit Italy? It Depends on Your Travel Plans.

Ready to plan your trip to Italy, but unsure of the perfect time to go?

February 22, 2024 03:44 PM

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Erica Firpo

Books

A Posthumous Travel Guide by Anthony Bourdain Is On Sale Now

“World Travel: An Irreverent Guide,” coauthored by Bourdain’s longtime assistant, Laurie Woolever, hits stores on April 20, 2021.

April 20, 2021 09:44 AM

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Sarah Buder

Expedition Cruises

Dreamy, Over-the-Top Trips for 2021

With vaccines on the horizon, now is the time to dream big for next year.

January 8, 2021 02:48 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Camping

Stylish Camping Gear That Will Transform Your Campsite

With design-forward camp furniture, mood lighting, and accents, you can transform your next camping trip into a seriously chic glamp-out.

September 22, 2020 03:13 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Old Town Lisbon. Street view of typical houses in Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Air Travel News

The Best International Flight Deals Right Now to Inspire Your Next Big Adventure

Shoulder season is the best season for global airfare offers.

September 9, 2022 12:24 PM

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Michelle Baran

Manchester England - Midland Hotel - Billie Cohen.jpg

Cities We Love

The Essential English City to Visit—and the Best Things to Do There

Manchester has always been radical, so it’s no surprise that the northern English city is pushing the country’s arts and culture scenes into new territory as well.

December 12, 2023 09:53 AM

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Billie Cohen

The rooms at Gora Kadan have views of intimate gardens with maple trees.

Hotels

What to Know Before Staying in a Ryokan in Japan

A ryokan is one of the coolest hotel experiences you can have in Japan—here’s how to navigate one.

November 8, 2023 09:00 AM

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Nicola Chilton

Family Travel

Hotels With Truly Genius Kids’ Amenities

Change a good family vacation into a really awesome one by staying at a place where kids get to do the coolest things.

July 28, 2021 11:45 AM

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Ann Shields

Cities We Love

Neighborhoods Not to Miss in Dubai

Go beyond the skyscrapers by venturing into these culture- and history-rich neighborhoods.

December 3, 2021 02:28 PM

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Natasha Amar

Where to Travel Next

Istanbul Is Brimming With Exciting New Restaurants, Hotels, and Museums

Tempting dishes, inventive cocktails, and several art exhibits await travelers.

August 28, 2024 05:15 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Road Trips

11 National and State Parks to Add to Your Route 66 Road Trip

The Mother Road cuts through some of the most dramatic landscapes in the U.S., filled with canyons, petroglyphs, lava flows, and lakes.

November 18, 2025 02:09 PM

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Jackie Bryant

Mashpi Ecological Reserve, Ecuador, Highlands, Cloud Forest

Sustainable Travel

Can A.I. Make Travel More Climate-Friendly?

Artificial intelligence is poised to help the travel industry reduce emissions and support conservation. But the technology comes with challenges.

August 23, 2024 09:36 AM

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Chloe Bergé

Longreads

Cooking Lessons From the Ghosts of Black Appalachians

In an excerpt from her new book, poet and writer Crystal Wilkinson explores the idea of legacy.

February 1, 2024 07:29 AM

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