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Outdoor Adventure

Around the World in 110 Days: Meet the Cyclist Hoping to Break a World Record

Chasing170 the Guinness World Record, Lael Wilcox will cycle an average of 170 miles a day.

June 07, 2024 08:50 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

An overhead shot of several small bowls and dishes filled with various foods atop a marble surface at Quintonil, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Mexico City

Food + Drink

Mexico’s First Michelin Guide Debuts With 18 Starred Restaurants—Including a Taco Stand

Over a century after its launch, the Michelin Guide has finally made it to Mexico, the third Latin American country to get a dedicated guide, following Brazil and Argentina.

June 07, 2024 08:40 AM

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Katherine Alex Beaven

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Loyalty + Rewards

The 7 Best Travel Credit Cards to Apply for This June

Kick off summer with a big-time boost to your points balances.

June 06, 2024 07:57 PM

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Paul Rubio

Cities We Love

Detroit Is Alive With New Possibilities—but Don’t Call It a Comeback

As the city forges a new identity, three tastemakers explain what a revitalized Detroit means to them—and what it can offer visitors.

June 06, 2024 04:42 PM

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Sarah Bence

18 Fantastic Worldwide Destinations for Families—and Where to Stay There

Family Travel

18 Fantastic Family Vacation Destinations—and Where to Stay There

Why settle for the easy option close to home? Try one of these far-flung picks instead.

June 06, 2024 04:00 PM

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Tim Chester

A woman in a blue sweater is opening a bottle of white wine using the Opinel knife with a corkscrew in the handle. There is a bottle of beer, tomato, and baguette on a stone wall blurred out in the background behind the wine. You cannot see her face.

Camping

26 Great Camping Gift Ideas, According to an Avid Camper

Artisanal s’mores, comfy loungewear, and a flask with camp-ready features are only a few of our ideas for the outdoor adventurers on your list.

June 06, 2024 02:50 PM

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Jessie Beck

Global Entry Will Soon Be Quicker—but at What Privacy Cost?

LGBTQ Travel

Why I’m Grateful for Global Entry, as a Gender Non-Binary Traveler

Probing questions and unwanted pat downs can mean extra stress for LGBTQ travelers. Here’s how TSA’s Trusted Traveler programs can unexpectedly help.

June 06, 2024 02:28 PM

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Lindsey Danis

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Fact or Fiction: Does Red Luggage Get Loaded Into Airplanes First?

A viral TikTok video caused an uproar for suggesting that airplane baggage handlers put red suitcases into the cargo hold first. We talked to airline staff to find out if that’s true.

June 06, 2024 10:26 AM

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Bailey Berg

The pool at the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi surrounded by palm trees, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a four-story yellow hotel building

Air Travel News

This Airline’s New Flight Stopover Program Includes Free Luxury Hotel Nights

Turn a connecting flight into a restorative retreat.

June 06, 2024 08:44 AM

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Bailey Berg

An overhead shot of a bull running through the streets surrounded by people, many dressed in white

Festivals + Events

How to Prepare for the Running of the Bulls at Pamplona’s Festival of San Fermín

Follow these 12 tips to make the most of this annual festival in Spain.

June 05, 2024 02:00 PM

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Lisa Abend

A curved and elevated stretch of the Banks-Vernonia State Trail in Oregon, an abandoned railroad bed traversing foggy fields and forests.

Outdoor Adventure

33.5 Miles Were Just Added to The Country’s National Trails System

Four new recreational trails in four states have joined the nationwide network, which includes recreational, scenic, and historic paths.

June 05, 2024 01:14 PM

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Bailey Berg

Lourdes: A Pilgrimage to France’s Holy Waters

In the Magazine

A Skeptic Visits the Holy Waters of Lourdes—And Surprises Even Himself

For centuries, millions of people have visited the town in southwestern France, hoping for healing.

June 05, 2024 09:40 AM

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Edward Readicker-Henderson

Lone tent on a grassy field by the ocean

U.S. Beaches

California’s Most Stunning Beach Campsites, From Luxurious Glamping to Secluded Hiking Spots

The Golden State boasts 840 miles of biodiverse coastline and an abundance of beachside campsites.

June 05, 2024 05:13 AM

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Jessie Beck

The only thing better than the rail trip of a lifetime is one that is fully planned an organized for you by a well-established tour operator.

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