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Hotels

The New Paris Hotels to Book for the Summer Olympics—or Anytime

These are the 8 most exciting new hotels to book in Paris—whether you plan to attend the Paris Summer Olympics or are simply plotting your next trip to the City of Light.

January 5, 2024 09:00 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Travel Tips + Etiquette

I Did a Road Trip Overseas. Here’s What I Wish I Knew Beforehand.

A handful of essential tips helps make the unpredictable a little less, well, unpredictable.

October 3, 2024 07:00 AM

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James Oliver Cury

Travel for Good

3 Island Experiences That Are Good for You and the Environment

Explore some of the world’s most breathtaking islands—without putting them in harm’s way.

February 24, 2023 05:56 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Two people wearing robes on a deck outside of a sauna surrounded by trees and snow in Minnesota.

Health + Wellness

This State Is a Must-Visit for Winter Wellness

Cozy up with sauna sessions, snow trails, and scenic dining along Minnesota’s lakes.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

Roseate spoonbills at J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Where to Travel Next

Why Fort Myers Is an Epic Getaway for Outdoor Adventure

From island hopping and paddling to birdwatching and golfing, Southwest Florida is paradise for nature enthusiasts.

Sponsored by Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Packing Tips + Gear

Please Don’t Put Your Suitcase on the Bed, Ever

The real reason there’s a luggage rack in your hotel room.

May 8, 2026 03:33 PM

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Shayla Martin

Packing Tips + Gear

Paravel Just Launched Its First Checked Luggage Line

Like Paravel’s carry-on suitcases, the larger Aviator Grand will also be carbon neutral and made with upcycled plastic water bottles.

November 10, 2020 05:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

JR stands atop his L'Observatoire sleeper car in front of the famed Venice skyline.

Trains

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Unveils an Over-the-Top Sleeper Carriage

Not yet on the rails, the new L’Observatoire carriage by French street artist JR made its grand debut at the Venice Biennale.

May 1, 2024 06:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

Left: Zion National Park; right: Arches National Park

National Parks

Zion Versus Arches: How to Choose Between Utah’s Mighty National Parks

We asked experts to compare two of the most iconic national parks in Utah.

December 4, 2025 02:51 PM

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Francesca Krempa

Outdoor Adventure

Where to Find Luxury in California’s National Parks

From spa escapes to fine dining under the stars, these parks show how nature and luxury converge.

Sponsored by Visit California

Road Trips

Hoxton Hotels Is Launching Glamping-Style Road Trips This Summer

The hotel brand’s “Camp Hox” experience now offers curated road trips with a kitted-out camper van using its properties in L.A., London, Paris, and Amsterdam as the start and end points.

May 6, 2021 03:56 PM

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Chadner Navarro

6 Surprising U.S. Places That Go All Out for St. Patrick’s Day

Festivals + Events

8 Surprising U.S. Cities and Towns That Go Big for St. Patrick’s Day

Skip the well-known extravaganzas this year and raise your pint of Guinness at one of these rollicking events instead.

March 14, 2024 06:53 PM

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Anna Mazurek

National Parks

U.S. National Parks Are Getting a Facelift

The Great American Outdoors Act will fund maintenance at national parks and other areas over the next five years.

December 10, 2021 11:44 AM

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Rebecca Reynolds

Outdoor Adventure

Meet the First Woman to Cross Africa by Electric Motorcycle

Sinje Gottwald rode from Tangier, Morocco, to Cape Town, South Africa in 124 days.

March 28, 2023 02:42 PM

The forests of Arlberg are just a part of its natural beauty.

Outdoor Adventure

Relax and Rejuvenate in the Austrian Alps

In the unspoiled Arlberg region, enjoy adventure in style.

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