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

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

Food + Drink

5 Caribbean Foods Worth the Trip

From rich curries to conch salad, the Caribbean is home to culinary traditions steeped in history.

January 7, 2022 12:04 PM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

A United plane flies over the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco (right); and rows of United's new Polaris seats

Air Travel News

United’s New “Elevated” Airplanes Are Launching in April With Bigger and Better Polaris Suites

Plus, new Coastliner planes taking off this summer will bring lie-flat Polaris business-class seats to domestic transcontinental routes for the first time.

March 27, 2026 08:24 PM

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Chris Dong

A beach with golden sand, turquoise water, palm trees, and moss-covered cliff beneath which sits a tunnel carved into the stone.

Visas + Passports

Do You Need a Passport to Go to Puerto Rico?

All you need to know about travel requirements to visit Puerto Rico.

January 8, 2025 03:12 AM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

Cloud Forest Hikes, Night Kayaking, Rare Parrot-Spotting, and More in Puerto Rico’s Great Outdoors

With mountains, rainforest, and the Caribbean Sea—including after-hours bioluminescent bays—there’s so much more to do in Puerto Rico beyond sunbathing.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

Hiking + Cycling

National Parks We Love Around the World

Ten countries, 10 national parks: Now’s the time to disappear off the grid and lose yourself in the great outdoors.

June 14, 2021 05:07 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

A christmas market lit up at night, with a carousel and a grand city hall in the background

Holiday Travel

Where to Find Europe’s Most Festive, Unique, and Family-Friendly Christmas Markets

Visit craft-filled wooden stalls, sip mulled wine and hot chocolate, and take in the glittering lights at these nine Christmas markets.

October 18, 2025 04:54 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Off The Tourist Trail

Make the Most of Rome’s Many Charms—Without the Crowds

Explore neighborhoods outside the Aurelian Walls, eat bucatini all’amatriciana at the restaurant that introduced it to Rome, and visit a winery owned by a prince.

March 4, 2025 07:55 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Two yellow miniature cars in front of the Golden Gate Bridge

Travel for Good

5 EV Tours That Are Changing Sightseeing in the United States

Get a glimpse of the plugged-in future on these tours.

March 29, 2024 10:47 PM

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Elissa Garay

Panoramic view of Seoul city and green forest from Sky park in Korea

Cities We Love

What Makes Seoul, South Korea So Exciting to Visit in 2025

Revamped hotels, Michelin-recognized restaurants, and exciting activities make Seoul one of Asia’s hottest destinations for 2025.

April 15, 2025 07:30 AM

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Leslie Patrick

Air Travel News

JetBlue Just Cut These 17 Routes

The low-cost carrier is the latest airline to scale back on its network amid ongoing pandemic adjustments.

January 10, 2022 08:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

The 8 Best San Diego Airbnbs to Rent

Live like a local in San Diego by basing your stay at one of the city’s top neighborhood Airbnbs.

March 2, 2021 09:24 PM

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Archana Ram

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern and its surrounding gardens

Hotels

7 New and Reimagined Hotels and the California Regions They Call Home

Whether making their debut or unveiling renovations, these are some of the best accommodations to book for a Golden State getaway—and regional travel tips for each.

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