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Weekend Getaways

The Best Weekend Getaways From L.A. for a Mini Road Trip

Desert, beach, or national park? Take your pick.

February 26, 2021 07:48 PM

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Tim Chester

San Francisco, California / United States of America - 5/14/2020: San Francisco Japantown Pagoda During the Day

Cities We Love

Is This San Francisco’s Most Underrated Neighborhood?

Here’s what to do, eat, and see in this tiny San Francisco neighborhood.

April 5, 2024 02:25 PM

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Jessie Beck

Visit lesser-known stretches of the Danube river in Romania.

River Cruises

These New Epic 7-Week River Cruises Sail Through More Than a Dozen Countries in Europe (and Beyond)

Passengers on these weeks-long river journeys will float to and through myriad UNESCO World Heritage sites and European cities—and even travel across continents.

October 20, 2022 03:05 PM

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Fran Golden

Tips + News

Bike for Free in 5 North American Cities This Month, Thanks to Switzerland

May 2, 2018 12:59 PM

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Matthew Phenix

America 250

Now Is the Time to Travel in the United States

Consider this your guide to the boldest, artsiest, buzziest, friendliest, tastiest things going on in all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

July 14, 2025 08:30 AM

White sand on a beach, with some wooden fencing and grass in the background

U.S. Beaches

Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beaches

Pack your sunscreen, sunglasses, and something to read, and get ready to discover your next favorite beach.

April 21, 2025 02:41 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Road Trips

Colorado’s Scenic Byways Could Be Your First Electric Road Trip

By electrifying its most scenic byways, the state is inviting sustainable travelers to explore further.

May 28, 2021 02:55 PM

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Ashley Mateo

What’s New In...

New Hotels, Restaurants, and Flight Routes—Why You Should Travel to the Caribbean Right Now

New tours of Cuba, renovated hotels with beachfront rooms, and a very tempting food festival await.

January 23, 2025 03:19 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

The front office building of the Clown Motel in Nevada, a red building with a big sign on top that says Welcome to the World Famous Clown Motel

Hotels

Could You Sleep in a Clown-Themed Hotel?

Check into the World Famous Clown Motel next time you’re in Nevada—but don’t expect a good night’s rest.

November 20, 2023 09:30 AM

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Tiana Attride

Illinois has a designated International Dark Sky Park, along with several other prime stargazing spots.

Outdoor Adventure

This State Is a Surprising Stargazing Destination

State parks and expansive forests serve as the perfect backdrop for stargazing in the Prairie State.

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Where to Travel Next

Horseback Riding Returns to Catalina Island After an 18-Year Hiatus

Guided rides are back on the California island, offering a unique way to explore and a dose of cowboy culture.

April 15, 2026 01:32 PM

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Keri Bridgwater

Longreads

Finders, Keepers

Deep in southwest Arkansas is a state park that charges visitors $10 to search for gems that can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

May 5, 2021 02:35 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Scenery of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, Shari-cho, Midsummer

Outdoor Adventure

In a Lesser-Known Part of Japan, Outdoor Adventure Awaits

Explore bubbling volcanoes, primeval forests, and fantastical wildlife in the far east of Hokkaido.

March 22, 2024 01:25 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Semi-circle of overwater villas arranged around circular boardwalk in turquoise waters

Hotels

6 Architecturally Ambitious Hotels Attracting Attention at This Buzzy New Beach Spot

The Red Sea region in Saudi Arabia is quickly becoming a playground for next-level hotel design.

December 1, 2025 01:29 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Lourdes: A Pilgrimage to France’s Holy Waters

In the Magazine

A Skeptic Visits the Holy Waters of Lourdes—And Surprises Even Himself

For centuries, millions of people have visited the town in southwestern France, hoping for healing.

June 5, 2024 09:40 AM

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Edward Readicker-Henderson

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