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Pixar’s “Luca” Invites You to Summer in the Italian Riviera

Genoa-born director Enrico Casarosa draws on his childhood—from the films and the music to the 1959 Vespa—for Pixar’s new animated release, out Friday.

June 16, 2021 06:13 PM

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Lindsey Bahr

Food + Drink

America’s Tuscany: 9 Amazing Olive Oil Orchards to Visit in the U.S.

Tired of winetasting? Try olive oil tasting.

August 18, 2020 09:29 AM

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Dawn Reiss

Beaches

Where to Find the Very Best Beaches in California

From San Francisco to San Diego, there’s a stretch of coast for you.

October 13, 2023 02:08 PM

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Michelle Konstantinovsky

COVID + Travel

U.S. Justice Department Appeals Decision to Drop Federal Mask Mandate

The CDC has asked the Justice Department to take legal action, stating that the mask requirement for public transportation is “well within CDC’s legal authority to protect public health.”

April 20, 2022 08:31 PM

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Michael Balsamo

The Largo di Torre Argentina, where Julius Caesar was killed, in Rome.

In the Magazine

New Hotels, Restaurants, and Experiences: Why Now Is the Time to Book a Trip to Rome

Sophisticated new accommodations and increased access to archaeological sites offer fresh reasons to visit the Eternal City.

November 28, 2023 08:59 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Museums + Galleries

Revitalized Gateway Arch National Park Reopens in St. Louis

After a five-year, $380 million project, a revamped Gateway Arch National Park celebrated its grand opening on July 3.

July 3, 2018 06:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

LGBTQ Travel

Why I’m Proud That Pride Is Canceled

We can’t travel for Pride this year—but that’s not a bad thing, argues author and activist Sally Kohn.

June 11, 2020 06:02 PM

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Sally Kohn

A view of Craggy Pinnacle at sunset with flowery foliage in the foreground.

Journeys: United States

The Perfect Asheville Travel Itinerary, According to a Local Hotelier

Enjoy river adventures, mountaintops, and art walks in one of the cities that pioneered farm-to-fork dining with this four-day guide by Foundry Hotel General Manager Larry Crosby.

May 30, 2024 11:33 AM

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Explore Asheville

National Parks

Yosemite’s Giant Sequoia Grove Reopens After Nearly Three Years

One of Yosemite National Park’s most popular attractions is finally open to the public again after being closed to improve access to the site’s giant sequoias.

June 15, 2018 03:29 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cities We Love

Why You Should Go to Charleston This Summer

This being Charleston, summer means heat, history, and plenty of opportunities for drinking.

June 26, 2019 06:19 PM

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Ann Shields

Restaurants + Cafés

A Chef’s Guide to the Best Restaurants in Phoenix and Scottsdale

Samantha Sanz of Talavera at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale shares her favorite places to eat and drink when she’s not working.

January 14, 2020 03:49 PM

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Andi Berlin

Camping

How to See 7 National Parks in 7 Days—Without Driving

A new luxury adventure with Under Canvas takes guests on an ultra-exclusive glamping tour of 7 iconic U.S. national parks across the West. (Did we mention the private jet?)

May 2, 2018 02:18 PM

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Sara Button

In the Magazine

Find the “Real” Jamaica in This Laid-Back Neighborhood

Avoid the crowds and head to a serene shoreline and the birthplace of jerk chicken.

December 1, 2021 02:26 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Tips + News

Yosemite Valley Is Closed Indefinitely Due to Wildfire

Here’s what travelers need to know about the Ferguson Fire that has already burned 94,992 acres near Yosemite National Park.

August 9, 2018 09:51 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

Recreate Travel Experiences at Home With Airbnb’s New Online Platform

Now you can learn how to make pasta like an Italian nonna, meditate with sheep in Scotland, and more with the new Airbnb Online Experiences.

April 9, 2020 08:57 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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