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U.S. Beaches

The 7 Best Beaches in South Carolina

Get ready for some incredible sunrises.

October 31, 2022 11:07 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Expedition Cruises

The Best Cruise Lines You’ve Never Heard Of

From intimate polar expedition cruises to sailing the Caribbean on a clipper ship, these independent brands are changing the way we think about cruising.

February 8, 2022 04:34 PM

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Fran Golden

Woman holding two Aer carry ons—one pink, one black—on the streets of San Francisco

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best High-Quality Luggage Brands Frequent Travelers Love

A bag that reflects your personal style and withstands the rigors of travel makes the journey all the more enjoyable. Start your search with some of our favorite luggage brands.

June 12, 2024 05:15 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Family Travel

A Beginner’s Guide to Taking an RV Trip With Kids

It might not be the idyllic #vanlife but it will build character and bonds.

November 5, 2019 07:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

Following the Trails of the Stoney-Nakoda People

Go for it.

March 28, 2018 08:00 PM

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Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada

Food + Drink

Waterworld

America’s first water sommelier believes that the more we think about what we drink, the more we will care about the planet. But first, he has to get people to take him seriously.

October 28, 2020 11:13 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tips + News

From WFH to WFP (Work From Paradise) in Puerto Rico

Forget your passport and forget your couch—whether you’re flying solo or bringing the crew, here’s how to turn remote work into an extended vacation in Puerto Rico.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

History + Culture

9 Cool UNESCO Experiences That Aren’t Places

Sometimes treasured World Heritage sites aren’t sites at all.

June 15, 2020 02:19 PM

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Sara Button

A blue and gold train on an arched bridge with fall foliage and mountains in the background.

Trains

The Alaska Railroad Reveals Spectacular Views and Remote Communities

The unique train line traverses 500 miles of unmissable terrain and turns 100 next year.

December 22, 2022 07:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

The Major U.S. Airlines Have All Ditched Their Change Fees—for Good

United, Delta, American, and Alaska have all eliminated their flight change fees in one of the more significant changes to the way airlines do business in recent history.

September 1, 2020 02:39 PM

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Michelle Baran

Epic Trips

Why the Great Barrier Reef Should Be on Your Bucket List

The Australian natural wonder is truly unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

Sponsored by Swain Destinations

A Western-tinged Main Street with colorful shops and a mountain in the background

Weekend Getaways

8 Great Weekend Escapes in Colorado

Skiing in Breckenridge, hiking rock formations in Grand Junction, biking to breweries in Fort Collins—these are a few of our favorite things.

September 11, 2024 11:32 AM

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Bailey Berg

Family Travel

Leap of Faith: 1 Dad, 2 Teenagers, and a Last-Minute Trip to Oman

Pulitzer Prize–winning author Anthony Doerr watches his twin boys jump from cliffs as his preconceptions melt away.

April 1, 2019 03:02 PM

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Anthony Doerr

Health + Wellness

What Traveling With an Anxious Child Has Taught Me

A travel editor discovers that her daughter’s diagnosed anxiety means different kinds of journeys ahead.

January 6, 2020 03:53 PM

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Ann Shields

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Puffins, Koalas, and Pandas: Wildlife Webcams to Watch During Quarantine

Tune into these zoo, aquarium, and wildlife livestreams for a virtual glimpse into the animal kingdom.

April 8, 2020 04:46 PM

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Sarah Buder

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