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Engage with Compelling Art at These Top Southern Hotels

From Savannah, Georgia, to Birmingham, Alabama, immerse yourself in inspiring art collections at these hotels and then explore the thriving creative scene of each destination.

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Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit Scottsdale This Fall

New exhibitions and dining options make the most of Scottsdale’s enviable desert location.

September 3, 2021 03:35 PM

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Tim Chester

Weekend Getaways

Local Getaways: The Santa Cruz Mountains Offer a Much-Needed Escape to Nature

Escape to nature with an easy, woodsy weekend retreat to the Santa Cruz Mountains.

October 14, 2020 05:11 PM

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Jessie Beck

Beaches

Which French Polynesian Island Should You Visit?

French Polynesia encompasses 118 islands and atolls scattered across five different archipelagoes. Here are five to consider for your first or next trip.

February 1, 2022 03:28 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

An airplane takes off from Denver International Airport with the Rocky Mountains in the background

Air Travel News

The 15 Largest Airports in the World—and More Than Half Are in the USA

Busy is different than big. When it comes to sheer landmass, these are the most sprawling air travel complexes on the planet.

November 22, 2024 08:27 AM

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Barbara Peterson

Natural Wonders

Why Japan’s Tohoku Region is an Underrated Place to See Cherry Blossoms

With delicious sushi, an Edo-era castle, and thousands and thousands of cherry trees, the Tohoku region in northeastern Japan makes for an off-the-beaten-path dream trip.

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Maine is truly a four-season state, with each one offering new treasures and surprises. In summer, enjoy the coastline at Popham Beach, Higgins Beach, or even a <a href="https://www.afar.com/places/greenville-greenville-61131aa6-6637-43e3-9eec-ded2a5c1bf79" target="_blank">Moose Safari</a>. The leaves put on a show in the fall around the Bigelow Mountains and <a href="https://www.afar.com/places/acadia-national-park-maine" target="_blank">Acadia National Park</a>. Winter offers snow-covered ski trails at Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Shawnee Peak. And spring brings new life blooming along the Appalachian Trail. From Portland's culinary sophistication to the rustic beauty of the Appalachian Trail’s “100 Mile Wilderness,” you can find what you’re looking for in Maine, at any time of year.

Where to Travel Next

A 93-Mile Trail and Hobbit Homes: New England’s Latest Reasons to Visit

Ahead of fall foliage season, New England’s got plenty going on this summer and autumn.

June 24, 2024 08:47 PM

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Miles Howard

Johnson Lake, an alpine lake in the Snake Range, located inside Great Basin National Park in Nevada.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

U.S. National Parks Are at Risk Amid Staff Shortages and Budget Cuts. Here Are 6 Ways to Support Them

Budget changes mean that how you support the national parks—either in person or from afar—is more important than ever.

April 18, 2025 07:04 AM

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Bailey Berg

View of Kauai's Na Pali Coast as seen from the Kalalau Trail.

Hotels

10 Airbnb Stays Near Spectacular Hiking Trails

Lace up your hiking boots: These vacation rentals are perfectly situated for adventurers who love to explore on foot.

March 5, 2024 02:49 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Mont Blanc Express train going over a viaduct, Chamonix, Haute Savoie, Rhone Alpes, France, Europe

Winter Sports

The Most Scenic Ski Trains for Vintage Winter Vibes—Without the Traffic and Icy Roads

From Colorado to Japan, hop on and off the rails to chase the best ski conditions up and down the valley.

December 17, 2025 03:18 PM

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Bailey Berg

A hot tub with reflective water with snow-dusted mountains in the background

Natural Wonders

10 Healing Hot Springs Across the United States

Soak up America’s geothermal wonders in these rugged springs, historic bathhouses, and relaxing wellness retreats.

February 21, 2024 02:53 PM

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Liz Weslander

Spring 2022

The Helicopter Pilot Saving Lives in the Himalayas

The only woman helicopter pilot in Nepal, Priya Adhikari takes travelers on scenic flights and performs rescue missions on some of the world’s highest peaks.

March 31, 2022 04:52 PM

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Kevin Koczwara

Hotels

The Puerto Rico Farm Stay That’s Changing Hospitality

High up in the mountains, at a place called El Pretexto, Crystal Díaz has made a B&B we wish we could call home.

May 23, 2023 06:26 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

The Populus in Denver has a white exterior with eye-shaped windows.

Stay Here Next

Denver’s Newest Hotel Will Make You Feel Like You’re Staying in a 13-Story Tree House

The Mile High City’s new Populus Hotel isn’t just inspired by nature—it also aims to help protect it.

November 11, 2024 02:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Where to Travel Next

13 Incredible Places to Visit in Canada

Come equipped with a coffee from Tim Hortons—you’ll need the caffeine since there’s so much to explore.

October 15, 2024 09:25 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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