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Travelers who had hoped to visit Machu Picchu will need to cancel or postpone their plans.

The Inca Trail has also been closed to travelers as antigovernment unrest that started last month gains momentum.

January 24, 2023 11:31 AM

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Longreads

What It’s Like to Visit Mars on Earth

After spending three months in one of the driest places in the world, writer Mark Johanson is eager to return.

November 6, 2024 11:28 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

COVID + Travel

Airbnb Offers Free and Subsidized Housing to Coronavirus Healthcare Workers

The company aims to house 100,000 doctors, nurses, and other workers on the front line around the world.

March 26, 2020 03:51 PM

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Tim Chester

Hotels

6 Ways Hotels Around the World Are Working to Become More Sustainable

Lodgings are shrinking their footprints and benefiting their communities. Here’s what they’re doing to make it happen.

May 10, 2019 04:04 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

A person anchored with climbing gear to a cliff face, leaning back over the Fox Via Ferrata mountain in Alberta.

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Off-the-Grid Adventures in Alberta

Wander off the beaten path in Western Canada to find expansive Prairie landscapes, learn about Indigenous culture, and explore spectacular nature.

Sponsored by Travel Alberta

Weekend Getaways

Why a Weekend Getaway in San Antonio Hill Country Will Surprise You

Wining, dining, and those central Texas sunsets that smear the sky hot pink.

March 4, 2022 12:15 PM

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Diana Spechler

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Road Trips

Driving Across Norway, the Most Electric Car–Friendly Country in the World

Be sure to factor in charging stops—but also random stops—to take in all of Norway’s natural beauty.

July 12, 2023 01:08 PM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

Art + Culture

Airbnb Is Bringing Broadway Back via Online Experiences

Tituss Burgess, Ann Reinking, and other Broadway stars are hosting Airbnb Online Experiences over the next month.

August 19, 2020 06:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hiking + Cycling

The Old Florida Keys Bridge Is Now a Scenic Walkway and Bike Path

A section of the more than 100-year-old overpass has been restored.

January 12, 2022 05:26 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Style + Design

A Design Lover’s Guide to Art Nouveau in Europe

Despite a relatively short period of popularity, art nouveau left its mark in cities across Europe; these are the best places to spot the ornate, elegant style.

September 13, 2018 07:43 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Festivals + Events

One of Spain’s Cities Is About to Light Itself on Fire

Don’t worry—it’s for an annual festival.

March 16, 2017 01:19 PM

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Matt Villano

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Hotels

8 of the Coziest Winter Cabins on Airbnb, According to Guests

It’s easy to see why these ski chalets and mountain cabins are among the highest rated on Airbnb.

November 17, 2023 11:59 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Tips + News

Airbnb Is Giving Away a Night at Juliet’s Verona House This Valentine’s Day

The winning couple will get to sleep in the actual bed used in the 1968 Franco Zeffirelli film.

January 21, 2020 07:08 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

12 Movies Set in Tokyo to Stream Right Now

If you’re longing for a trip to Tokyo, get a shot of Japanese culture by watching these movies—from anime to film festival favorites—all set in the capital city.

May 15, 2020 05:30 PM

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Staff

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Discover Colombia’s Diverse Music Scene

Different regions of this gorgeous country have given birth to a wide variety of incredible music. Here’s how you can sample it.

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