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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
Books

The Miracle of Strange Encounters in Travel

Who are the people you just can’t shake? In the new book “Letter to a Stranger,” 65 writers explore the remarkable power of those they’ll never really know.

March 23, 2022 08:54 AM
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Aislyn Greene
Tips + News

Europe’s Internal Borders Reopen, but Restrictions Remain

On June 15, tourists from within Europe were able to start crossing borders, but travelers from outside the continent must still remain at bay.

June 16, 2020 02:13 PM
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Geir Moulson
Hotels

What Are the Best Hotel Perks?

From unlimited massages and spa credits to free breakfast and lounge access, here are some of our favorite perks.

August 8, 2019 09:47 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
History + Culture

Montreal’s Historic Churches Are Being Reborn as Public Spaces

Old religious buildings are finding new life as locals get creative about preserving their city’s heritage.

July 27, 2018 03:52 PM
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Will McGough
Restaurants + Cafés

Miami’s Oldest Neighborhood Is Turning Up the Heat

The city’s most modern food is emerging from one of its oldest neighborhoods: Coconut Grove.

April 18, 2017 01:23 PM
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Evan S. Benn
Festivals + Events

7 Weird and Wonderful State Fair Traditions

7 Weird and Wonderful State Fair Traditions

June 25, 2015 05:56 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Travel for Good

If You Need Me, I’ll Be Cuddling Rescued Animals at This Upstate Farm Stay

Happy animals in a beautiful location? Take us to New York’s Farm Sanctuary right now.

March 13, 2020 06:58 PM
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Maggie Fuller
California

Overview

July 20, 2020 08:36 PM
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Jessie Beck
Winter Sports

10 Crowd-Free Ski Resorts in Europe to Plan a Trip Around

Sure, you know St. Moritz. But have you ever considered Bulgaria’s Pamporovo, Baqueira-Beret in Spain, or any of these other lesser-known European ski resorts?

July 8, 2020 02:46 PM
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Sissi Pärsch
Outdoor Adventure

China Doubles Down on Everest Tourism

The country is beginning to develop the Tibet-facing side of the mountain.

December 21, 2016 01:15 PM
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Matt Villano
Restaurants + Cafés

Chefs Would Travel for These 4 Ingredients

From caper leaves to the perfect chicken, here’s what have chefs hopping on a plane.

April 14, 2017 11:46 AM
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Danielle Walsh
Fall 2023

The Otherworldly, Overwhelming, Oftentimes Unbelievable Natural Wonders of Oman

Rock climbing. Wadi hiking. Sinkhole swimming. Author Sarah Thankam Mathews seeks out adventure in her childhood home.

December 5, 2023 01:30 PM
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Sarah Thankam Mathews
Cities We Love

14 Things to Do in Belgrade

Where to eat, stay, and play in the Serbian capital.

April 14, 2020 03:07 PM
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Mekalyn Rose
National Parks

Love It or Hate It, Sequoia National Park Is Getting Its First Cell Tower

A new cell tower disguised as a pine tree will soon join the skyline at Sequoia National Park.

April 23, 2019 06:54 PM
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Maggie Fuller

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