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Josephine Baker Becomes First Black Woman Inducted at the Panthéon in Paris

The late entertainer and activist has received France’s highest honor, joining French luminaries such as Voltaire, Marie Curie, and Victor Hugo.

November 30, 2021 07:28 PM

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Sylvie Corbet

National Parks

Alaska Has the Biggest National Parks and Some of the Least Visited. Here’s How to See Them All.

Alaska has the four largest national parks in the U.S.—and four more. Here’s everything you need to know for a visit to these famous (and less famous) natural wonders.

June 3, 2024 01:36 PM

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Bailey Berg

Restaurants + Cafés

The Korean BBQ Scene Is Sizzling More Than Ever—Here’s What to Know and Where to Go in the U.S.

Brush up on your knowledge of meat cuts and banchan usage before heading to one of these best KBBQ restaurants in America.

April 17, 2026 03:57 PM

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Tae Yoon

Hotels

Three Eco-Resorts Are Introducing Visitors to Indonesia’s Overlooked Island

Community consciousness and sustainability define a trio of beach hotels on Sumba, an island known for its pristine beaches, remote villages, and ancient rituals.

August 25, 2023 10:18 AM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Winter Sports

Who Wears It Well? The Best in Après-Ski Outfits

The top après-ski style contenders come from Switzerland and Colorado, where the “little black dress” of ski comes into play.

December 21, 2020 06:37 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A photo of the village of Albarracin, Spain at sunset, with rocky blue mountains in the background and pink-ish buildings perched on a mountain ledge.

The hydrogen-powered rail will only emit water vapor while shuttling between destinations in Canada.

March 13, 2023 06:28 AM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels

The Best New Hotels in the World: The 2020 Stay List

These new hotels also build genuine connections between their guests and their local communities.

April 8, 2020 11:45 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Art + Culture

The Secrets To Doing Carnival in Venice Like a Local

The city-wide celebration is back and ready to transport revelers to the 1700s.

December 29, 2025 08:22 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

A hill villa at the Maxx Royal Bodrum in Türkiye with a private infinity-edged pool facing the sea.

Stay Here Next

Inside Türkiye’s Most Glamorous New Resort

The luxurious new Maxx Royal Bodrum offers world-class design, gourmet dining, and a secluded Aegean location ideal for both relaxation and high-energy nightlife.

October 11, 2024 12:33 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Reception at the Twenty Two New York with dark wood features

Stay Here Next

This Fashion Crowd-Favorite British Members Club Just Opened a Hotel in NYC—and Anyone Can Book a Stay

A new outpost of a London-based members’ club, the Twenty Two New York offers a mix of British charm, intimate dining, and elevated exclusivity, all with a dash of whimsy.

May 28, 2025 10:04 AM

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Tiana Attride

A cove with cliffs, people on paddle boards, and a crowded beach

International Beaches

7 Northern European Beaches Where You Can Beat the Heat This Summer

What they might lack in blazing sunshine these beaches more than make up for with postcard-worthy scenery and opportunities for coastal adventures.

July 29, 2024 03:44 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

History + Culture

The Most Spirited Day of the Dead Celebrations in the United States

Outside of Mexico, some of the liveliest observances of Día de los Muertos take place in U.S. cities—and they’re totally free to attend.

October 9, 2023 12:07 PM

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Sarah Buder

A flight attendant holding an open bottle of champagne walking in the central aisle of a JetBlue Mint cabin

Air Travel News

For the First Time Ever, JetBlue Will Finally Have Its Own Airport Lounges

Here’s where JetBlue’s first-ever lounges will be, when they will open, and who will have access.

September 20, 2024 11:04 AM

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Chris Dong

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