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View of a medieval castle and a river cruise ship on the Rhine.

5 European UNESCO Sites You Should See by River Cruise

Explore medieval, Romanesque, Gothic, baroque, and neoclassical architecture—and only unpack once.

March 14, 2023 04:15 PM

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Two people in nature with the night sky above the Warner Valley Overlook in Oregon

The designation is given to destinations with exceptional night sky visibility, allowing for incredible views of the stars and other astronomical phenomena.

March 14, 2024 01:45 PM

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Bailey Berg

In Russia, you don’t put your shot glass down until you’ve emptied it.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Bar Exam: How to Drink Like a Local in 20 Countries

What may seem like normal bar behavior in the United States might not be acceptable elsewhere. Here’s a rundown of drinking etiquette in countries around the world.

March 9, 2018 08:25 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Museums + Galleries

To Disperse Crowds, Florence’s Uffizi Gallery Will Send Its Art Around Tuscany

Masterpieces from the gallery’s famed Renaissance collections could be displayed in up to 100 exhibition spaces across the Italian region as part of the “Uffizi Diffusi” program.

March 5, 2021 03:13 PM

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Sarah Buder

Style + Design

The Future Shines Bright for the Most Iconic Pot-Maker in France

In Mauviel’s Normandy workshop, the best copper pots in the world are forged, shaped, and polished just the way they were two centuries ago.

September 19, 2018 07:26 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Cruise

Much of Cruising Is Canceled Into the Fall. When Will We Be Able to Sail Again?

What it will take for cruises to be able to start back up again is complicated—and much of it is beyond their control.

July 17, 2020 08:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

White doves fly past the Beelitz asparagus women at the opening of the Brandenburg State Garden Show; white asparagus being the German queens of the vegetable world they are (right)

Destination Spotlight

The Single Best Reason to Travel to Germany This Spring Is Asparagus

Spring is when white asparagus shines in Germany. And these are the festivals where you can experience the pale spears at their cultural best.

March 21, 2025 08:01 AM

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Yolanda Evans

Air Travel News

Emirates Expands to This Surprising Florida City

Plus, why you should pay attention to this new route

December 29, 2016 10:08 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Food + Drink

How Home Cooking Transformed My Trip to Israel

Chef Alon Shaya talks about learning recipes from locals—and why it was the highlight of his trip.

May 8, 2020 04:20 PM

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Alon Shaya

Tips + News

Europeans Sing Health Workers’ Praises Nightly From Windows

Residents of Rome, Amsterdam and beyond stand at open windows each night to sing, cheer, and applaud the efforts of those at the frontlines of the coronavirus outbreak.

March 20, 2020 03:23 PM

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Lori Hinnant

Tokyo, Japan - November 23, 2015: Two chefs preparing lunch for customers in a restaurant at Tsukiji market in Tokyo.

Food + Drink

A Guide to Japanese Food: 13 Essential Dishes to Try in Japan

Japan’s world-renowned cuisine is a reflection of its storied history. Don’t leave the country without trying these foods.

June 12, 2025 01:55 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

History + Culture

14 Beautiful Medieval Castles in Europe You Can Visit

Indulge your medieval castle fantasies in Europe.

October 18, 2023 12:24 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Love Gin? Try This Week-Long Tour of Scotland’s Best Distilleries

Get your fix of the drink and its history on a special tour through Scotland.

June 30, 2022 06:45 PM

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Katie MacLeod

Loyalty + Rewards

Five Expert Tips from a Mileage Addict: The Extra Mile

How to earn points from every possible purchase, hotel stay, and Uber ride

March 9, 2016 02:21 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Now’s the Time for an Awe-Inspiring Tour in the Great Outdoors

Outdoor Adventure

5 Reasons to Take an Awe-Inspiring Tour in the Great Outdoors

Why you should immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and see some of the most incredible locations in Europe and North America this year.

June 30, 2022 07:46 AM

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