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A pastel, cloudy sky reflected in the water at Virginia Beach.

Why Virginia Beach Shines in the Off-Season

Cooler weather and fewer visitors make this coastal Virginia destination ideal for off-season outdoor adventures, like kayaking and hiking in state parks.

Sponsored by Visit Virginia Beach

Touring Barkers Bay in Barkers National Park by ATV

Where to Travel Next

How to Explore Beyond the Beaches in the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands is an idyllic destination for beach lovers. See a whole different side of it when you hike and bike, go rock climbing, play golf, and more.

Sponsored by Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

Epic Trips

The World’s Most Magical Places to See the Northern Lights

This is your year to see the aurora borealis. Here’s where and how to see this most astounding of celestial shows in 2026.

March 9, 2026 08:42 AM

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Sarah Buder

People enjoying the nice summer weather in Meldrum Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada

History + Culture

You Can Camp on Remote Lakes, Soar Over a National Park, and Spot Polar Bears on These Epic Canadian Tours

Explore the nature and culture of the Great White North with these Indigenous-owned companies and organizations.

May 15, 2025 12:54 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Surfers catching waves at The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay

Outdoor Adventure

How The Ritz-Carlton Hawaiʻi Elevates Outdoor Travel

Adventure meets culture across Maui and Oʻahu, where hiking, surfing, snorkeling, and horseback riding come layered with storytelling, tradition, and unforgettable views.

Sponsored by Curaçao Tourist Board

Community-based tourism destinations give local communities the power to curate authentic trips for travelers.

Sustainable Travel

Hike, Stay, and Make Cheese With Local Residents on These International Trips

Community-based projects in Ecuador, Nepal, and beyond help locals achieve economic independence while providing travelers a chance to experience everyday life.

July 31, 2024 02:59 PM

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Hannah Singleton

View of Manhattan skyline from the water. A woman with blond hair is holding up a camera to take a photo. Two other people are standing in front of her

Where to Travel Next

New York City Was Shaped by Women. This Walking Tour Wants You to Know Their Stories.

The She Shapes History tours highlight the pioneering women NYC has overlooked.

March 2, 2026 12:25 PM

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Lucy Kehoe

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

Socotra, Yemen - January 19, 2025: Discovering Socotra Islands breathtaking landscapes and coastlines on an adventure

Longreads

Can the “Galápagos of the Arabian Sea” Survive Its Popularity?

The UNESCO-listed island of Socotra faces an onslaught of sustainability challenges, from climate change to an Instagram-fueled tourism surge.

January 29, 2026 11:10 AM

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Rachel Nuwer

Abstract aerial view of blue-green water in shifting red deposition of sediment gradually moving through alluvial plains of Francois Peron National Park and surround area in Western Australia.

Outdoor Adventure

This Beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site Is Reversing the Damage of European Settlement

Indigenous-owned tours in Western Australia’s Shark Bay offer travelers the chance to see conservation firsthand.

January 16, 2025 11:56 AM

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Keith Drew

Bolt Farm Treehouse's new luxury cabins are meant to put nature front and center.

Hotel News + Openings

You Can Now Stay in a Luxury “Mirror Cabin” in Tennessee

Bookings are now open for Bolt Farm Treehouse’s five new mirrored cabins in Tennessee.

August 24, 2022 07:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

A woman gazing out at the view from an infinity pool at Banyan Tree Mayakoba.

Health + Wellness

A Coastal Wellness Retreat Rooted in Mayan Traditions

At Mayakoba, create your restorative getaway exactly the way you want it.

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