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Left: a white sand beach dotted with subathers in a rocky cove with turquoise water; hikers on a steep trail with Mediterranean flora on either side

With routes inspired by Hercules and Hermes, the 1,000-plus-mile Peloponnese Trails network is scheduled to launch in June.

April 13, 2026 08:46 AM

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Helen Iatrou

Murrieta Hot Springs Resort (Oasis Pool shown on the left)

Road Trips

7 Detour-Worthy Hot Springs Within an Hour’s Drive of Route 66

Cars refuel in gas stations, and humans recharge in thermal waters.

February 18, 2026 12:03 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Hotel News + Openings

A Nutella Hotel Is Opening for 1 Weekend Only—Here’s How to Win a Stay

Nutella wants to treat 3 lucky winners and their guests to a weekend at a Napa Valley pop-up hotel devoted to the Italian hazelnut spread.

November 18, 2019 06:10 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Camping

The 11 Best Hotels, Camping, and Glamping in the Great Smoky Mountains

Among the more than 500,000 acres to explore, these are some of the best places to stay.

April 24, 2024 12:46 PM

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Kellie Walton

Food + Drink

Required Eating: 8 Meals Not to Miss in Charleston

Credit for much of Charleston’s celebrated cuisine goes to the enslaved Africans and downhome cooks of yore who found the tastiest ways to showcase the local bounty.

November 8, 2022 03:05 PM

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Stratton Lawrence

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, a small islet on the coast of the Bay of Biscay in the Basque Country, Spain.

Outdoor Adventure

Epic Multiday Hikes You Must Do Once in Your Life

Multiday hiking trips blend scenic trails with cultural encounters that enrich every day.

From the economy to the environment, from health and wellness to food and friends, these factors are influencing how we travel the world this year.

February 6, 2023 10:38 PM

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Elaine Glusac

A 36-foot-tall statue of Ramesses II is on display in the lobby area of the Grand Egyptian Museum with dots of natural light filtering through from above

Housing more than 100,000 ancient treasures—including 5,000 items from King Tut’s tomb newly on display—the Grand Egyptian Museum fully opened on November 1.

November 4, 2025 06:12 PM

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Bailey Berg

Food + Drink

This Caribbean Food Festival Wasn’t Made for Tourists—and That’s Why It’s So Good

Held every Presidents’ Day weekend, St. Croix’s agricultural fair celebrates farming heritage with performances, rare foods, and a homecoming spirit.

January 30, 2026 09:26 AM

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Nikki Miller-Ka

Prisoner Wine Company - Napa Valley - Tasting Room - Jessie Beck

Food + Drink

This Napa Winery Wants to Talk to You About Prison Reform

From making the luxury wine scene more inclusive to raising awareness and funds for prison reform, The Prisoner Wine Company is using its brand to promote positive change.

January 20, 2023 10:51 PM

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Jessie Beck

The Linn Cove Viaduct, at mile marker 304.4, was one of the most ambitious and technically challenging segments of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Road Trips

Fall Is the Best Season for Road Trips in the USA—Here Are the Top 8

If you’re craving a roadside adventure this autumn, consider one of these trips.

September 12, 2024 12:43 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

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Nicole Mann rocketed into orbit with SpaceX on October 5, where she’ll stay until March.

October 21, 2022 03:26 PM

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