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Water Sports

The Best Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Puerto Rico

Marine life is as vibrant as overland life.

March 29, 2021 02:05 PM

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Terry Ward

Aerial view of Kongde Lodge,one of the world’s highest resorts, offers views of the Himalayas.

Fall 2024

I Took the Paths Less Traveled to Everest Base Camp

A long-distance trek through Nepal’s Everest region offers lessons in Sherpa culture, rural mountain living, and humility.

October 30, 2024 12:24 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Next Great Wine Regions Are Not Where You’d Expect

From coastal wineries producing biodynamic varietals to hilltop vineyards where UNESCO-recognized traditions thrive, these are the overlooked regions wine pundits recommend visiting now.

September 5, 2018 12:42 PM

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Sarah Buder

Epic Trips

Orlando’s Best Outdoor Adventures

The theme parks may get all the attention, but Orlando, Florida is also a great base if you want to experience some of the state’s natural beauty or try a new sport

Sponsored by The Peninsula Hotels

Hotels

4 After-Dark Hotel Programs for Night Owls

Stay up past your bedtime for these one-of-a-kind experiences.

June 9, 2016 06:13 PM

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Nicoletta Richardson

Air Travel News

All Major U.S. Airlines Are Now Requiring Passengers to Wear Face Masks

JetBlue, American, Delta, United, and Southwest are all making it mandatory for customers to wear a face covering.

May 1, 2020 07:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

Style + Design

In a Medieval Swiss Town, the Art of Mechanical Timekeeping Keeps on Ticking

For more than 150 years, the International Watch Company has been a standard bearer for fine Swiss time pieces. Here’s what it’s like to go behind the scenes at their new workshop.

July 23, 2019 01:49 PM

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Victoria Gomelsky

Restaurants + Cafés

6 Can’t-Miss Dining Experiences in Orlando

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Packing Tips + Gear

8 Sustainable Accessories for Thoughtful Travelers

Shrink your carbon footprint while traveling with these recycled, reusable, or compostable travel accessories.

October 21, 2019 08:12 PM

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Krista Connor

Travel Tales

Escape From the Modern World on a Pilgrim’s Path Through Japan

No crowds. No cosplay. Just temples, trees, and a warm bath at the end of the day on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.

February 12, 2018 07:00 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

Packing Tips + Gear

The Toiletry Bags and Dopp Kits Our Editors Never Travel Without

Your toiletry bag probably goes on every trip you do, so it needs to be more than simply durable and practical—it should also look really good too.

May 28, 2021 03:11 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Small Ship Cruises

This Cruise Is Making Traditional Nordic Liquor on Its Maiden Voyage

The barrels of booze must cross the equator twice, according to tradition.

March 27, 2018 07:26 PM

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Sherri Eisenberg

Health + Wellness

Places to Exhale

Rediscovering the healing power of breathing in a masked-up world.

December 16, 2020 09:14 AM

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Staff

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Act Quickly to Score a Free Night in the BVI

This sweet British Virgin Islands deal ends February 28: Stay 4 nights for the price of 3 on the island of Anegada.

February 23, 2018 01:26 PM

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Matthew Phenix

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