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The World’s Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens for Arctic Plants, Wild Fruit Trees, and Giant Water Lilies

Memorable gardens thrive on nearly every continent, in cities, deserts, and even in the Arctic Circle. Here’s a global tour, with stops at 15 of the prettiest.

December 18, 2025 03:00 PM

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James Oliver Cury

Weekend Getaways

Toronto Is the Perfect Weekend Getaway for Adventurous Eaters

Hungry for a weekend full of world-class art, diverse restaurants, and beautiful nature? You’ve come to the right place.

July 13, 2022 10:07 AM

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Julia Eskins

Two people dancing and one person playing a drum in front of the Dakota Dunes Resort

Hotels

These Are the 7 Best Indigenous–Owned Hotels and Resorts in Canada

These seven Indigenous-owned accommodations are gateways to unforgettable cultural experiences.

November 15, 2023 12:11 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Cruise

How to Experience the Best of Vancouver When Your Cruise Ship Docks

Whether you have three hours or three days, these insider recommendations will help you make the most of your time in this outdoorsy Pacific Northwest city.

October 29, 2024 04:45 PM

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Chloe Bergé

The exterior of an ornate white mansion with manicured gardens and a fountain.

Art + Culture

HBO Max’s Gilded Age Is Back. Experience It for Yourself in Newport, Rhode Island

Explore the famed coastal “cottages,” don tennis whites for a friendly match, and cruise the harbor in a vintage schooner.

July 3, 2025 08:15 AM

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Robin Catalano

Where to Go in Summer

Fitzgerald’s and Picasso’s Favorite French Riviera Beach Town Still Feels Like the Roaring 20s

Once a beloved vacation spot for notable artists in the early 20th century, this town keeps its creative spirit alive.

May 2, 2025 03:26 PM

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Sophie Friedman

The exterior Story Parlor—a brick building with tall arched glass windows.

Art + Culture

Why This Asheville Venue Is a Must-See

Asheville’s creativity is its heartbeat. Story Parlor is the stage. Head there and beyond for authentic experiences that push artistic boundaries.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Joanne O’Sullivan

The Sweetest U.S. Small Towns to Visit This Fall

Where to Go in Fall

Fall Is the Ideal Time to Visit These 8 Charming Small Towns in the U.S.

From Alaska to Arkansas, here’s where to go for perfect fall vibes.

August 1, 2025 03:28 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Hotels

This “Queen’s Gambit”–Inspired Hotel Room Is a Midcentury Dream

The “Harmon Room” at Kentucky’s 21c Museum Hotel Lexington lets you immerse yourself in the world of Netflix’s champion chess player.

January 8, 2021 04:35 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Left: Mexico City, Mexico — October 12, 2025: Editorial aerial view of the Nezahualcóyotl Fountain and Chapultepec Lake, with the Mexico City skyline visible in the background on a clear, bright morning; right: Mexico City, Mexico - March 26, 2026: Banorte Stadium is the new name for the historic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, following its renovation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Off The Tourist Trail

The World Cup Is Coming to Mexico City. Here’s How to Explore the City Away From the Crowds

Luis Barragán’s architectural masterpieces, breakfast on the chinampas, and the best al pastor in the city—a chilango’s guide to getting off the tourist trail in her hometown.

May 21, 2026 09:48 AM

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María Pellicer

Cities We Love

4 Essential Stops in the American South for Your Next Road Trip

Discover flourishing historic districts, tantalizing southern cuisine, and easy access to the outdoors.

February 16, 2022 02:35 PM

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Taryn White

Museums + Galleries

New York City’s Latest Photography Museum Aims to “Inspire a More Conscious World”

Housed in a landmark Renaissance revival building in Manhattan’s Flatiron District, Fotografiska New York will showcase rotating exhibits that focus on human issues and global cultures.

December 13, 2019 01:30 PM

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Sarah Buder

COVID + Travel

COVID Passes Now Required to Enter Eiffel Tower, Paris Museums

To get the pass, visitors must show they are either fully vaccinated, have a negative COVID test result, or show proof that they recently recovered from COVID.

July 21, 2021 06:16 PM

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Longreads

Why I Always Visit a Cemetery When I Travel

Visiting burial sites can boost your health and perspective while offering a unique travel experience.

February 12, 2025 05:21 AM

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Blane Bachelor

Art + Architecture

Dalí and Gaudí’s Surreal Creations Become Psychedelic Installations at This Digital Art Museum

At the Carrières de Lumières in Provence, France, two new exhibits showcase digitized projections of imaginative works by the two eccentric Catalan creators.

March 6, 2020 06:49 PM

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Sarah Buder

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