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Lands End offers a patch of rugged wilderness on the edge of San Francisco.

Style + Design

Where to Find California’s Most Inspiring Landscapes

Three creative Californians share the landscapes, neighborhoods, and lesser-known places that inspire their work.

Sponsored by Visit California

Braille signage featured on an overhead compartment in a United plane

Air Travel News

United Just Became the First U.S. Carrier to Add This Helpful Signage in Its Airplanes

The airline will add Braille to designate seating and bathrooms across its fleet.

July 31, 2023 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

In the Magazine

Trees, Intentional Hiking, and the Beauty of Slime Molds

The translator and editor of “The Hidden Life of Trees” believes that a forest is so much more than a landscape—it’s a place where life happens all around us.

April 22, 2022 04:55 PM

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Sally Kohn

Outdoor Adventure

Lake Life: Experience the Great Outdoors on Georgia’s Pristine Shorelines

Go off the beaten path in the Peach State to reap the scientifically proven benefits of “blue spaces,” Southern style.

Sponsored by Explore Georgia

Aerial view of island panorama with a blue lagoon and sand dropping into the deep ocean.

Outdoor Adventure

Do Underwater Waterfalls Actually Exist?

The truth about this unlikely natural phenomenon.

August 28, 2024 01:48 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A road by the beach in San Diego county.

Travel for Good

An Electric Road Trip in One of America’s Most EV-Friendly Cities

With a host of family-friendly things to do in a small radius—plus plentiful charging—San Diego is a dream EV destination.

February 3, 2023 12:48 PM

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Tim Chester

Where to Travel Next

Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Washington, D.C., Including 6 Less Crowded Places

Everything you need to know about getting your cherry blossom fix in Washington, D.C., including where to go and stay.

March 11, 2026 03:03 PM

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Jessie Beck

Person paddling out to the ocean on a surfboard

Islands

4 Beautiful Caribbean Islands Worth Visiting—No U.S. Passport Required

While you should definitely pack sunscreen, you can leave the passport at home.

January 23, 2025 01:12 PM

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Mariette Williams

View from St. Stephen's Cathedral over Stephansplatz square in Vienna, capital of Austria on sunny day

Loyalty + Rewards

How the Amex Platinum Can Pay You Back Thousands of Dollars Through Statement Credits

The $695 annual fee is steep, but the Platinum Card® from American Express offers nearly $2,000 in statement credits each year.

October 6, 2022 02:58 PM

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Paul Rubio

Sunset by the firepit at the Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe.

Hotels

These Are 6 Great Hotels for Watching October’s Solar Eclipse—and You Can Still Book Them

These are the hotels to book for autumn’s main astronomical event.

August 16, 2023 04:33 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

Family Travel

I’ve Spent Many Happy Summers With My Kids in the Florida Keys. These Are the Best Outdoor Adventures.

Encounter sea turtles, paddle through mangrove mazes, and snorkel in a marine sanctuary on Marathon.

November 15, 2024 04:08 PM

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Terry Ward

Health + Wellness

Transcendent Travel

The right trips—and places—can change your perspective. Here’s how to find them.

July 17, 2025 03:15 PM

Trains

Amtrak’s New Airo Trains Are Ready for Departure—This Is the First Route They Will Travel

The first completed Amtrak Airo trains have arrived in Seattle, where they’re getting ready to debut on the Cascades line in the Pacific Northwest.

May 22, 2026 02:04 PM

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Bailey Berg

Scene at ΟΙ ΣΥΜΠΕΘΕΡΟΙ with owner Thanos Vrettakis serving customers.

Spring 2026

The Most Subversive Neighborhood in Athens Is Also Its Tastiest

Long a refuge for anarchists and artists, Exarcheia today is a nexus for natural wine, moussaka sandwiches, and specialty craft stores at these locally loved shops.

April 28, 2026 03:04 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Navy Pier in Chicago is the official start of Route 66.

Road Trips

4 Can’t-Miss Places to Stop on Illinois’ Route 66

Celebrate 100 years of Route 66 with a scenic 301-mile road trip from Chicago to Madison, filled with historic sites, local eats, and small-town charm in Illinois.

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