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Yuen Bettei Daita is located in Tokyo's Shimokitazawa neighborhood. This guest rooms have traditional shoji screens that frame trees outside.

Hotels

7 Tokyo Hotels That Are Chic, Central, and Under $300

Several new design-forward hotels offer a less-expensive, more-immersive way to visit Japan’s capital city.

May 27, 2025 11:00 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

UNESCO World Heritage

How a Dancer Used Her DNA Test to See the World

In season three of her Emmy Award–winning TV show “Bare Feet,” host and producer Mickela Mallozzi explores her roots—with a twist.

December 18, 2019 12:39 PM

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Mickela Mallozzi

Group of travelers on a camel ride in the desert

Travel for Good

This Is What Autism Acceptance Looks Like in the Travel Industry

Autism awareness isn’t enough. Here’s how some brands are supporting neurodiverse travelers to make trips not just possible but also enjoyable.

April 2, 2024 12:51 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Museums + Galleries

Celebrate LGBTQ Pride at These Powerful U.S. Art Exhibits

These compelling exhibits feature artwork focused on—and created by—members of the LGBTQ community.

June 8, 2018 04:37 PM

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Sarah Buder

The Best Private Tours of Palm Springs and the Desert

Memorable only-in-California experiences for travelers interested in nature, history, food, shopping, and more.

May 8, 2018 09:47 AM

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Visit California

Performers in mime attire at the Fringe advertise their shows on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

Festivals + Events

Everything You Need to Know About the Edinburgh Festival Fringe

How to get tickets to Edinburgh Fringe, where to stay, and what to do in Scotland’s charming capital city.

June 13, 2024 10:40 AM

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Shannon Reed

Food + Drink

Required Eating: Washington, D.C.’s Classic Meals

Eat your way to the real Washington at a hot dog spot, soul-food diner, Salvadoran restaurant, and more.

March 2, 2020 04:43 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Travel for Good

After the Floods, Kauai Is Shining Again—and Ready for Your Visit

This scenic Hawaiian island is still recovering from the April floods, but there’s no need to postpone your trip.

May 4, 2018 07:01 PM

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Michele Bigley

Family Travel

Reconnect With the Whole Family at This Timeless Oceanfront Haven

Now is the time for gathering with loved ones, and there’s perhaps no better place to do it than at Hotel del Coronado, thanks to history, elegance, and seemingly endless options for fun.

Sponsored by Hotel del Coronado

Cruise

News From Ponant With Edie Rodriguez

Edie Rodriguez, Americas Brand Chairwoman at Ponant Cruises, talks about the line’s growth, eco-responsibility, and her favorite places.

September 5, 2019 12:26 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Food + Drink

Savoring the Flavors of Penang

A confluence of cultures makes this Malaysian island’s cuisine—and especially its street food— something special.

Sponsored by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card from Chase

Hotels

Think Inside the Box: The Coolest Revamped Shipping Container Hotels

These eco-chic hotels, hostels, and pop-ups mix modern design, tiny house living, and a sustainable ethos.

November 20, 2018 07:38 PM

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Mandy Ellis

Family Travel

How Summer Camp Became Family Camp With Parents Going Along for the Ride

Summer camp wasn’t the same this year. For many it was better, as they got to experience the annual event as a family.

September 3, 2020 05:17 PM

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Tim Chester

A dome building at CERN science center in Switzerland with a metal sculpture in front

Art + Culture

Is This the Nerdiest Thing You Can Do in Switzerland?

CERN, the nuclear physics science center where the world wide web was invented and the Higgs boson was discovered, is open to the public for free. And it’s awesome.

October 28, 2023 08:00 AM

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Billie Cohen

Shopping in vibrant, modern downtown Riyadh

Where to Travel Next

6 Ways to Embrace Saudi’s Past and Future in Riyadh

From ancient adobe palaces to groundbreaking global cuisine, the Saudi capital is at the center of the country’s cultural renaissance.

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