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Take a Tour of the Weird, Stunning Architecture of Brasília

In Brazil’s capital, modernist buildings act as time capsules that show what we once thought the future would look like.

August 1, 2016 12:45 PM

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Mimi Zeiger

Cruise

Cruise Ship Crash Sparks Renewed Call for Ban in Venice

Italian officials said Sunday’s collision underscored the need to ban cruise ships from using the busy Giudecca Canal.

June 3, 2019 03:05 PM

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Cain Burdeau

Longreads

Why Ben’s Chili Bowl, Home of the Half-Smoke, Is Hallowed Ground in D.C.

One of D.C.’s ultimate dining destinations, Ben’s has been a neighborhood stalwart for decades.

February 17, 2020 09:38 AM

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Korsha Wilson

Art + Culture

10 Stops on a Tour of Jewish Budapest

A Guide to Sites that Embody the Fascinating History and Dynamic Present of the Hungarian Capital’s Jewish Community

Sponsored by Hungarian Tourism Agency

Festivals + Events

You Can Still Book an Eclipse Trip to Chile

There are just a few weeks until the next total solar eclipse, but last-minute chasers can still snag a spot on some incredible experiences.

May 6, 2019 07:09 PM

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Maggie Fuller

National Parks

The Ideal Southwest Road Trip Through U.S. National Parks

This route takes you through some of the most unforgettable national parks in the southwestern section of the United States.

February 12, 2019 08:47 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Art + Architecture

An Architecture Pilgrimage to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Scottsdale Retreat

A trip to see Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West winter retreat and school—and the Sonoran Desert that inspired him—is a must for architecture lovers.

March 3, 2020 08:24 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

The Future of Travel

Would You Spend Your Vacation in Silence?

With monastic simplicity or five-star extravagance, more travelers are discovering the wellness benefits of quietude.

December 7, 2017 05:25 PM

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Samantha Shankman

International Beaches

Mexico’s Secret Caribbean Coast

From laid-back beach towns to Maya sites, travelers are discovering all that the Grand Costa Maya offers

Sponsored by Mexican Caribbean

Art + Architecture

The Weekend Getaway in Spain Every Art Lover Should Do

In Spain’s underrated Navarra region, an off-the-beaten-path winery boasts a contemporary art program to rival some galleries.

February 15, 2019 07:34 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Air Travel News

Everything You Need to Know About the Marriott, Starwood, and Ritz-Carlton Rewards Merger

The Marriott Rewards, Ritz-Carlton Rewards, and Starwood Preferred Guest programs merge this month. Here’s what you need to know to maximize your points and your status.

August 15, 2018 12:09 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

History + Culture

Why (and How) Mount Rushmore Was Built

The story behind one of the United States’ biggest man-made tourist attractions

October 17, 2016 05:56 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Where to Go in Fall

Why You Should Go to Barcelona This Fall

Between hotel openings, a robust calendar of festivals, a new tribute to soccer star Leo Messi, plus up-and-coming neighborhoods to explore, Barcelona packs in plenty this autumn.

September 3, 2019 03:55 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

AFAR Advisor

These Under-the-Radar German Cities Will Please Your Most Discerning Clients

Discover 17 hidden gems in “the country of poets and thinkers” that combine luxury, history, wellness, wine, and more passion-led activities for some quality time away.

Sponsored by German National Tourist Board

Longreads

Why You Should Visit Indian Country

As tourism to reservations and Native-run destinations increases, tribes are developing distinctive experiences.

February 13, 2020 03:02 PM

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Rebecca Nagle

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