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Epic Trips

What I Learned From the Famously Fearless Creatures of the Galápagos Islands

Sometimes the lessons we learn while traveling come from the most unexpected teachers.

October 7, 2019 04:10 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cruise News

This Cruise Line Took Florida to Court Over Vaccine Mandates—and Won

A federal judge ruled in favor of Norwegian Cruise Line and against a Florida law banning vaccination requirements.

August 12, 2021 06:12 PM

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Fran Golden

Natural Wonders

6 of Argentina’s Most Iconic Immersive Experiences

From whales and waterfalls to soccer and wine, let these definitive adventures help you plan an authentic, exhilarating trip to Argentina.

Sponsored by Visit Argentina

Art + Culture

Travel TV Host Kim Haas Is Telling Stories She Wants to See

Her new show, “Afro-Latino Travels With Kim Haas,” starts in Costa Rica.

October 5, 2020 04:15 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Air Travel News

French Bee Just Launched $189 Flights to Paris

Croissants with café au lait, French wine and cheese, museum hopping, and strolling endless Paris streets are (suddenly) calling our name.

November 18, 2021 04:10 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Tips + News

Europe Proposes Extending Travel Ban Until June 15

The European Commission has requested another 30-day extension of the restriction on non-essential travel into the European Union.

May 8, 2020 07:38 PM

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Michelle Baran

Borgo Santandrea's pastries and croissants, and a view from the terrace.

Hotels

The Breakfast Test: Why the Morning Meal Is the Most Revealing Way to Judge a Luxury Hotel

Around the world, breakfast is emerging as the moment when a luxury hotel’s ambition—and its core values—become most visible.

November 21, 2025 06:37 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Hotels

Airbnb Seeking Candidates to Live Anywhere in the World for a Year

The company is searching for up to 12 individuals to live remotely in exchange for feedback about the experience.

June 9, 2021 05:48 PM

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Michelle Baran

Weekend Getaways

12 of the Best Small-Town Weekend Getaways in Texas

Whether you’re looking for sandy beaches, a romantic escape, or an outdoor adventure, Texas has it all.

November 2, 2023 01:34 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Two ceramic skulls displayed on a Dia de los Muertos altar.

Festivals + Events

This Vibrant Holiday Is Not the Mexican Version of Halloween. Here’s When and Where to Celebrate It in Mexico.

Taking place over two colorful days in November, Día de los Muertos is a vibrant festival held in memory of passed loved ones.

October 8, 2025 10:02 AM

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Sarah Buder

Books

13 Great Books to Read for Travelers in Summer 2020

Your travel plans might look a little different than you expected, but these new books will transport you to Ireland, Brazil, and Italy at the very least.

May 22, 2020 05:51 PM

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Sara Button

The circular Hirshhorn Museum building with three rows of windows, as viewed from an interior courtyard

What’s New In...

What’s New in Washington, D.C. This Fall

Don’t let election season scare you away: The nation’s capital has plenty of other exciting things to offer in the coming months.

October 9, 2024 09:01 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Pensione America pool with green lounge chairs

Hotels We Love

A Tuscan Estate, a Food Lover’s Retreat in Modena: 17 Hotels in Italy That Let You Live Like an Italian

Italian hospitality is legendary; experience it like a local at these boutique and independently owned hotels. Many of them have been handed down from one generation to the next.

May 21, 2026 05:28 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Packing Tips + Gear

Everyone in Paris Is Wearing These Sustainable Sneakers

And you can buy them easily here in the United States.

August 6, 2020 01:22 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

Pack Like a Pro: What the Founder of Brooklyn Brewery Never Leaves Behind

In this series, we interview figures in business, entertainment, and fashion about their travel essentials.

August 20, 2018 02:55 PM

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Mike Arnot

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