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This U.S. City Is the Paris of the Midwest

From renowned museums to legendary music history, visit the places that inspire artist Tiff Massey for a Parisian-style cultural experience right in the heart of the Midwest.

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Packing Tips + Gear

I’m a Professional Gear Reviewer, and I’d Never Buy New Luggage Without Considering These 7 Things

Good luggage should be an investment. Before you make a purchase, you’ll want to keep these things in mind.

September 10, 2024 07:03 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A Christmas market in Salzburg around sunset with warm yellow lights illuminating the stalls and a string of lights covered with garland strung between a large Christmas tree and the edges of the market. People in warm coats are milling about.

Where to Go in Winter

This European City Is the Ultimate Must-Visit for Christmas Lovers

In this Austrian city, traditions include historic Christmas markets, delicious pastries, and some more unusual holiday festivities.

November 28, 2023 02:57 PM

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Joe Flick

10 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

Travel Tips + Etiquette

12 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

A beginner’s guide to which words to watch out for where.

January 19, 2024 05:30 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Hotels We Love

The Best Luxury Hotels in Napa Valley for Staying Near the Vineyards

Build a Napa Valley weekend around hotels that connect you to the region’s landscape, food, and wine.

December 12, 2025 12:39 PM

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Matt Villano

Hotel Unique's oversized porthole windows offer a striking view of São Paulo.

Hotels

The 6 Best Hotels in São Paulo, Brazil

Among the jardins of Brazil’s hustling, creative city, hotels like the Rosewood São Paulo and the Fasano offer respite from city life.

August 23, 2022 04:18 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Here’s How Much and When You Should Tip When Traveling in Mexico

Tipping in Mexico is the best way to say “gracias” for stellar hospitality.

July 26, 2024 12:59 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

The Alpina Gstaad is located a short walk from the center of town.

Stay Here Next

Stay Here Next: The Alpina Gstaad in Switzerland

With a sexy new Japanese whisky bar and an extended summer season, the Alpina Gstaad remains a standard bearer in the Swiss Alps for design lovers and après aficionados.

February 28, 2023 08:23 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.

Stay Here Next

Stay Here Next: Playa Viva in Juluchuca, Mexico

This resort on Mexico’s Pacific Coast just became a certified B Corporation for its environmentally and socially responsible hospitality.

February 27, 2023 06:15 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Mountain Music and Sparkling Streams: The Ultimate Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip

Road Trips

This Is One of the Most Beautiful Drives in the U.S—Here’s How to Experience It

Two lanes, five days, nine tunnels, and endless diversions on this scenic drive through Virginia and North Carolina.

October 19, 2023 12:30 PM

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Jess Graves

The exterior of Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel

Hotels

5 of Switzerland’s Most Stylish Boutique Hotels

From a minimalist sanctuary in Zurich to a modernist retreat nestled in the Alps, check into these inspiring properties during your next visit to what’s known as the Playground of Europe.

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