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Get nature, art, history—and three national park sites—in one easy weekend getaway.

Surf in Rincón, kayak a bioluminescent bay, enjoy beaches in Vieques and Culebra, and more.

The National Park Service unveiled a revamped calendar for when Americans can enter the national parks for free in 2026, dropping Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth for Flag Day (also President Trump’s birthday) and Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday.

A solo trip to a Costa Rica surf camp helps a single mother crest one of the most difficult waves of her life.

Of the 63 national parks in the United States, about a third are free to visit every day of the year.

Mountain bike parks, vineyard stays, chef-driven dining, and hands-on agritourism experiences are among the many ways to enjoy Puerto Rico beyond sun and sand.

From spa escapes to fine dining under the stars, these parks show how nature and luxury converge.

Added bonus: The airline is running a limited-time fare sale with one-way flights from $39, which includes holiday travel dates on select routes.

The Andean condor is Colombia’s national bird, and it’s one among more than 130 avian species on display at the National Aviary (Aviario Nacional de Colombia) outside Cartagena. But the condor is the least impressive of the birds here—at least in the looks department. Keep an eye out for a glimpse of some more-colorful tropical beauties, such as scarlet macaws, and the more diminutive but equally vivid and gorgeous tángara primavera (blue-winged mountain tanager) and carriquí verdiamarillo (green jay).

Short coastal stretches, long drives through the desert, and gorgeous natural scenery for hundreds of miles

As the federal shutdown continues into its fourth week, travelers may be wondering whether the country’s national parks are open and if visiting puts undue strain on the treasured public lands. Here’s what to know.

In the wake of budget cuts, one travel company has launched environmental advocacy trips to the Grand Canyon, Zion, and Yellowstone.

Glaciers, volcanoes, wildlife-rich wetlands, and Stone Age calendars: These are among the wonders you can find in Europe’s national parks.

Budget changes mean that how you support the national parks—either in person or from afar—is more important than ever.

Stay warm and celebrate during the cold-weather months with a trip to vibrant Puerto Rico.