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In Panama’s Guna Yala Archipelago, a Different Sort of Caribbean Vacation Awaits

On the front lines of climate change, the archipelago of 365 islands may all be underwater by 2050. But there is hope.

April 22, 2025 11:06 AM

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Mark Johanson

What’s New In...

This Artsy City in Switzerland Will Host Eurovision in 2025—Here’s Why It Should Top Your Travel Wishlist

New developments make Switzerland’s third-largest city a place worth visiting right now.

February 10, 2025 12:29 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Beaches

Where to Find the Very Best Beaches in California

From San Francisco to San Diego, there’s a stretch of coast for you.

October 13, 2023 02:08 PM

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Michelle Konstantinovsky

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

Hotels

6 Great New Hotels in Los Angeles

Hotel development has continued apace in the city in recent years, and these places represent the best of the best.

August 3, 2022 10:11 AM

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Tim Chester

Where to Travel Next

5 Charming Villages in the South of France

Leave behind the famous cities of the French Riviera to discover these lesser-known gems.

April 9, 2024 07:53 AM

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Chloe Braithwaite

U.S. Beaches

The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California

From Santa Barbara to San Diego, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of miles to 10 magnificent beaches for your next sunny getaway.

November 7, 2022 01:06 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Tips + News

From WFH to WFP (Work From Paradise) in Puerto Rico

Forget your passport and forget your couch—whether you’re flying solo or bringing the crew, here’s how to turn remote work into an extended vacation in Puerto Rico.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

Shrimp, mussels, and other seafoods in a bed of yellow rice and peas.

Food + Drink

12 Iconic Spanish Foods and Where to Try Them

From patatas bravas to paella, these Spanish dishes are a must-try.

October 10, 2023 09:33 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

As cities rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, urban centers are back and better than ever.

Summer 2022

It’s a Brave New World for Cities

Urban areas are emerging from the pandemic with big ideas and audacious goals.

August 24, 2022 05:39 PM

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Azzurra Cox

Kai Izumo sits on a remote clifftop facing a chain of rocky islets in the Sea Of Japan

Hotels We Love

You’ll Want to Stay at These Hotels in Japan Before They Get Too Hard to Book

Escape the crowds and discover a quieter Japan at these 12 hotels, from mountaintop ryokan to island hideaways.

April 11, 2025 04:58 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Travel for Good

An Electric Road Trip From L.A. to Las Vegas Is Easier Than You May Think

Many people fly the 300-mile journey, but the eco-option is getting more and more feasible.

December 17, 2021 02:36 PM

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Tim Chester

Museums + Galleries

This New Monument in Paris Is Like a Mini Versailles

You’ve been to the Louvre. You’ve visited Versailles. Now you can wander the grand halls of the Hôtel de la Marine once again.

June 24, 2021 12:56 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit Paris in the Winter

Even when it’s cold and rainy, Paris is still Paris—here’s how to make the most out of an off-season visit.

January 31, 2022 12:11 PM

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Sarika Bansal

The chalets at Ultima Courchevel Belvédère sit right next to the ski slopes.

Hotels

5 New Ski Retreats Around the World to Book in 2023

World-class slopes, notable architecture, and cozy après scenes make these new ski hotels worthy of a wintertime escape.

January 18, 2023 06:50 AM

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Adam H. Graham

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