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Make Your Next Hotel Stay in California Count—for You and the Destination

Kind Traveler launches first statewide regenerative travel initiative to help travelers give back to communities across California.

January 26, 2023 05:54 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Tips + News

Washington, D.C. Says “Don’t Come” to Inauguration

Airbnb cancels reservations and hotels may be asked to shut in the coming days as the tide turns on what’s normally a joyous event that draws hundreds of thousands of people.

January 13, 2021 05:47 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Rock formations at a beach, with turquoise and dark blue water in the foreground

Beaches

These 8 Beaches Have the Bluest Water in the World

Whether in Australia or the U.S. Virgin Islands, the water at these beaches is astoundingly blue.

January 13, 2025 02:31 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Big Sur bridge spanningn two low mountains with the ocean underneath

Weekend Getaways

11 Easy Weekend Getaways in California—From Wine Country to Coastal Escapes

Take a much-needed break with one of these easy weekend getaways in California—you can taste wines, shuck oysters, go kayaking, visit a field of flowers, or even visit a tattoo museum.

July 29, 2025 10:20 AM

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Jessie Beck

Most visitors come to Costa Rica for nature. Twenty-five percent of the country is protected, and most natural areas are easily accessible, though some require going off the beaten path. More than 10 conservation areas are within reach of the country’s capital, San José, and each offers a different nature experience. From the last remaining tropical wet forests in the Mesoamerican Pacific, located in Corcovado National Park, to the stalagmite- and stalactite-filled caves of Tempisque Conservation Area, travelers can see a variety of habitats in one trip. As for accommodations, there are plenty of options for roughing it, but Costa Rica also features upscale resorts where you can retreat and recharge after a day outside.

Where to Travel Next

These Are the 5 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad

These places don’t require a high budget for a very high quality of life.

June 16, 2025 02:32 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Aerial view of the Palawan province in the Philippines featuring dramatic green cliffs rising up from turquoise blue waters, and a bay-like alcove full of boats and homes

Visas + Passports

One of the Best Countries for Expats Just Announced a New Digital Nomad Visa

Affordable housing, some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, and delicious cuisine make this vibrant island nation a seriously attractive option for remote workers.

May 16, 2025 05:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

This “Island of Eternal Spring” Is 100% Worth a Stopover

Discover the lush Atlantic archipelago of Madeira’s unspoiled beauty with TAP Air Portugal’s U.S. flights and stopover program.

Sponsored by Visit Portugal and TAP Air Portugal

People sitting in the food court at Minneapolis-St.Paul International Airport with a graphic brown-and-white ceiling overhead

Air Travel News

Which North America Airports Are Truly Best in Class? Travelers Have Spoken

A new J.D. Power survey ranks airports in North America based on passenger satisfaction. These airports came out on top across three categories.

September 18, 2025 07:30 PM

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Michelle Baran

Required Eating: 10 Foods Not to Miss in Minnesota

Food + Drink

These Are the 13 Best Places to Try Native American Food in the U.S.

Contemporary restaurants are reimagining what “American” food means with the help of Indigenous chefs and ingredients.

October 10, 2024 03:32 PM

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Andrea Cooper

Art + Architecture

“Diego Rivera’s America” Will Debut at SFMOMA in July

The impressive exhibition will showcase more than 150 works by the famed Mexican muralist, including some that have never been seen before by the public.

March 18, 2022 02:15 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Air Travel News

British Airways Is Adding Direct Flights to These 4 U.S. Cities

British Airways will launch or renew four routes in June, bringing its number of nonstop flight routes from the U.S. to the U.K. to 26.

June 3, 2022 03:29 PM

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Bailey Berg

Emirates airplane on the tarmac with a set of boarding steps drawn up to the plane's left side

Air Travel News

You’ll Never Board a Plane on the Right-Hand Side. Here’s Why.

One of aviation’s little mysteries—solved

January 16, 2024 08:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Two people wearing robes on a deck outside of a sauna surrounded by trees and snow in Minnesota.

Health + Wellness

This State Is a Must-Visit for Winter Wellness

Cozy up with sauna sessions, snow trails, and scenic dining along Minnesota’s lakes.

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