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It’s a Rain Boot. It’s a Snow Boot—and I Pack It All Winter Long

The new-in-2022 Colter Footwear Collection by outdoor lifestyle brand Stio is as versatile as they come.

February 18, 2023 01:19 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

U.S. Beaches

Secluded Seaside Wonders of San Luis Obispo County, California

10 off-the-beaten-path beaches for relaxing and rejuvenating on the Golden State’s Central Coast.

Sponsored by Visit SLO CAL

Visas + Passports

U.S. State Department Will Add a Third Gender Option to Passport Applications

Transgender applicants will also no longer need to provide medical certification when selecting their gender.

July 7, 2021 04:15 PM

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Caitlin Morton

A family walking down the boardwalk towards the beach on Oak Island.

Family Travel

A Slower Family Escape on North Carolina’s Coast

Barrier islands and small coastal towns provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable family vacation in North Carolina.

Sponsored by Brunswick County Tourism Development Authority

Food + Drink

Bakeries, Boutiques, and Beauty Rooms: NYC Is Having a Korean Culture Moment

From a tiny Chinatown wine bar to a Meatpacking District motor showroom doubling as a cultural hub, NYC’s Korean scene is bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever.

February 18, 2026 01:09 PM

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Katie Chang

Overhead view of Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage's pool area with mountains in the background and palm trees all around

Hotels We Love

Wellness, Retro Glam, and Relaxation—Escape to Palm Springs at These 5 New and Renewed Desert Hotels

California’s desert oasis is abuzz with fresh new hotels and recently refreshed resorts, making now the perfect time for a Palm Springs getaway.

February 16, 2026 02:05 PM

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Michelle Baran

COVID + Travel

U.S. to Open Canada and Mexico Land Borders to Vaccinated Travelers

The new policy comes as the Biden administration prepares to lift the international travel ban for vaccinated visitors starting in November.

October 13, 2021 04:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

Xala is only 90 minutes' south of Puerto Vallarta's airport but feels a world away from major development.

Travel for Good

Xanadu? No, It’s Xala, the Anti-Resort on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

The new 3,000-acre idyll will be socially and environmentally conscious, a town and a travel destination in one.

August 1, 2022 10:33 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Left: Fotos Bruno Carvalho - Reserva São Francisco do Perigara Fire (Onçafari); right: Rio Perdido - Center Bungalows

Sponsored by Visit California

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO Just Announced 21 New World Heritage Sites

Which of these would you like to see?

July 19, 2017 01:44 PM

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Matt Villano

Cities We Love

The Best Things to Do in Berlin—From Eating Currywurst to Visiting the Berlin Wall

No place combines past and future like Berlin.

September 30, 2024 10:30 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Alyeska Nordic Spa - Relaxation Pool (L) & Signate Sauna Building (R)

Winter Sports

The Après-Ski Trend That Ditches Alcohol for a Different Kind of Relaxation

Spas are changing the game for post-ski recovery, with IV treatments, cryo-ultrasound therapy, and AI massages.

January 16, 2026 04:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Dark circle with ring of orange around it against a black background

Astrotourism

A Total Solar Eclipse Is Coming This April. These Tour Operators Will Plan Your Trip for You.

If you’re not one of the more than 30 million Americans living inside the path of totality, consider a solar eclipse getaway with these tour operators.

January 4, 2024 04:07 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Packing Tips + Gear

How to Pack a Suitcase Like a Flight Attendant

A flight attendant shares her packing tips from over a decade of living out of a suitcase.

September 27, 2024 01:59 AM

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Aislyn Greene

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