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The writer looking at reliefs among the gargantuan columns of the Temple of Edfu situated along the Nile.

Cruise

“Traveling Like a Celebrity” on the Nile—How to Get Exclusive Access to Egypt’s Ancient Sites Without Crowds

Luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent has decades of experience bringing travelers to Egypt and offers one of the most private ways to sail the Nile River—on the six-cabin Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau.

December 6, 2024 05:24 PM

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Jeri Clausing

The Mayan ruins at Xunantunich are smaller than nearby Tikal but no less impressive.

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Things to Do in Belize—From Jungle Adventures to Epic Reef Diving

Go ziplining or snorkeling in the land of wild jungles and coral reefs.

June 30, 2023 04:58 PM

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Tim Chester

Left: Boca Chita Lighthouse Biscayne National Park; right: EVERGLADES, USA - NOVEMBER 30, 2013: group of international tourists leaving from the airboat pier. The Everglades are a natural region of wetlands in the southern portion of the US state of Florida.

National Parks

Which Florida National Park Fits You Better? Everglades Versus Biscayne

Both national parks are near Miami but seem worlds away from each other.

January 23, 2026 06:19 PM

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Jesse Scott

A high view of people canoeing on a lake surrounded by trees in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Minnesota.

Water Sports

12 Stunning Lake Getaways from the Twin Cities

In driving distance of Minneapolis and St. Paul, these Minnesota lakes have the perfect adventure for everyone.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

An aerial view of the Amazon River in Peru winding through lush green rainforests with a couple boats creating ripples in the water and a small grouping of homes jutting out over the water

River Cruises

Pink Dolphins, Piranhas, and Wine-Paired Tasting Menus—Sailing the Peruvian Amazon on a New Luxury Riverboat

The newly launched ‘Pure Amazon’ from high-end operator Abercrombie & Kent takes guests on the ultimate floating safari through the lush, flora- and fauna-filled Peruvian Amazon rainforest.

October 21, 2025 07:24 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Road Trips

7 Coastal U.S. Road Trips With Incredible Views

Skip the views of seemingly endless interstate for an inspiring expanse of blue.

June 17, 2025 01:52 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

COVID + Travel

Travelers Still Need a COVID Test to Enter the U.S.

Neither the White House nor the CDC has provided any indication that the mandatory testing rule will be relaxed anytime soon.

May 19, 2022 07:58 PM

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Michelle Baran

National Park of American Samoa, Tutuila island, American Samoa, South Pacific

National Parks

This Remote U.S. National Park Is Home to Bats, Beaches, and Tropical Rainforests

You may be the only traveler in sight at the National Park of American Samoa.

February 27, 2026 03:02 PM

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Maggie Fuller

The Linn Cove Viaduct, at mile marker 304.4, was one of the most ambitious and technically challenging segments of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Road Trips

8 Road Trips Through Iconic U.S. National Parks

Short coastal stretches, long drives through the desert, and gorgeous natural scenery for hundreds of miles

June 11, 2025 02:43 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

A man paddleboarding in a European lake during the fall.

Outdoor Adventure

From Portugal to Japan, These Are the Best Multi-Adventure Trips

Explore new regions through hikes, rides, paddles, and cultural activities led by local guides.

Sponsored by Roam by Tauck

International Beaches

This European Country Has 300 Miles of Coastline and Some of the Continent’s Most Underrated Beaches

Trade the packed beaches of Greece for the shores of this lesser-visited neighbor.

July 9, 2025 11:58 AM

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Joel Balsam

A high view of bridges over a river leading to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

Road Trips

This U.S. Road Trip Is Full of Small Towns, Mountains, and Stargazing

Slow down and explore charming towns, scenic hikes, and dark skies across West Virginia.

Sponsored by West Virginia Department of Tourism

Winter 2024

This Tiny European Country Is Home to Cliffside Castles, Emerald Lakes, and a Green Capital City

Everything you need to know in order to get the most out of a trip to Slovenia.

December 1, 2023 02:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

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