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This Is What a Socially Distanced Louvre Looks Like

After a four-month lockdown, the world’s most visited museum reopened to a limited number of visitors on Monday, July 6. Here’s what it looks like now compared to before coronavirus.

July 7, 2020 04:42 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Where to Go in Spring

6 Outdoor Adventures for Spring Break in the United States

Whether you’re looking to dive deep underwater or witness a spectacle in the sky, there’s something for you.

February 24, 2023 12:19 PM

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Terry Ward

Outdoor Adventure

This Sunny Island Is Denmark’s Best-Kept Secret

Danes flock to this dreamy destination to get a much-needed dose of summer.

August 11, 2017 05:39 PM

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Veronica Meewes

Tips + News

Taxi Strikes Spread Across Spain in Backlash to Uber

Taxi drivers in Barcelona began striking against “unfair” competition from ride-sharing apps like Uber and Cabify last week. Now drivers across Spain are joining the protest in solidarity.

July 31, 2018 05:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Restaurants + Cafés

7 Classic and Quirky Foods From Nova Scotia

In Canada’s Maritime provinces, the Nova Scotian culinary scene is quirky, playful, and absolutely delicious.

September 28, 2018 07:32 PM

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Jenny Adams

Epic Trips

The True Magic of Machu Picchu Isn’t Where You Think It Is

Overtourism and new restrictions have made some travelers wary of visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trip can still be life-changing, though—just not in the way you might expect.

June 6, 2018 06:34 PM

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Maggie Fuller

U.S. Beaches

The Best Beaches in North Carolina

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly spot to lay down your towel or an empty sand dune-fringed stretch for long walks, we’ve got you covered.

May 28, 2022 11:58 AM

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Staff

Cities We Love

Where to Find Serenity in Bustling Hong Kong

From hiking trails to beaches to bathrooms, Hong Kong is full of tranquil retreats, if you know where to look.

May 15, 2019 02:00 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

History + Culture

Inside Bangkok’s Hidden Portuguese Village

The Kudichin neighborhood was established before the city’s official founding, but most travelers miss this fascinating spot—and its delicious hybrid cuisine.

February 19, 2018 12:30 PM

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Allison Nicole Smith

Outdoor Adventure

Discover California’s Venerable Giant Trees—Without the Crowds

When crowds are small, these titans of Mother Nature loom larger.

May 26, 2022 04:15 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Off The Tourist Trail

7 Ways to Escape the Tourists on Oahu

Step off the beaten path and fall in love with a different side of Oahu.

June 22, 2017 02:52 PM

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Nick Pachelli

Health + Wellness

8 Great Wellness Getaways That Aren’t Yoga Retreats

From a surfing haven to a shaman-led experience, these trips will reset your mind and body—without a downward dog in sight.

January 16, 2018 09:44 AM

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Niree Noel

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Here’s Why These Day Tours Should Be on Your Bucket List

Real experts lead the in-depth tours from Context Travel, offering deeper knowledge and a richer experience.

July 22, 2019 12:11 PM

Beaches

Where to Get a Glimpse of the Golden Age of Baja

An unpaved road leads to a Baja of the past.

November 8, 2016 12:04 PM

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Jennifer Trandell

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