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How to Weekend in Cape Town’s Wine Country

Farm-to-fork meals, spa treatments, vineyard hikes, and more—this is how you do a proper weekend in South Africa’s wine country.

February 6, 2017 05:45 PM

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Mary Holland

History + Culture

Hidden Tunnels and Civil War–Era Buildings Found Below Alcatraz Prison

Archeologists have discovered that San Francisco’s notorious prison was built directly on top of a military fort.

March 7, 2019 12:15 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Tips + News

A Stunning New Bridge Offers Vertiginous Views of Norway’s Best Waterfall

The dramatic construction is on the Norwegian Scenic Route Hardangervidda and is part of a years-long project.

August 26, 2020 02:21 PM

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Tim Chester

View from the car at summer of road trip car at Westfjords in Iceland

Destination Spotlight

5 Underrated Things to Do in Iceland

These ideas will help you tap into your Viking spirit.

February 27, 2023 09:42 AM

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Ali Wunderman

Outdoor Adventure

Ways to Celebrate Earth’s Wild Places—at Home and Abroad

The natural landscapes we love to visit need our support. In celebration of Earth Day, here are ways to show our gratitude, whether we’re planning our next trip or helping from home.

April 21, 2022 12:15 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Tips + News

Bali Won’t Open to International Travelers Until 2021

The reopening has been moved back from September.

August 24, 2020 03:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Travel Tips + Etiquette

This Kayak Travel Planning Tool Is a Well-Kept Secret Every Traveler Should Know About

Here’s how to use Kayak Direct as a resource to plan your next trip.

February 23, 2023 10:25 PM

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Paul Rubio

Epic Trips

These 5 Unexpected Destinations Will Inspire You to Go Off the Beaten Path on Your Next Trip

Take the road less traveled for thrilling cities like Cape Town, the distinctive cuisine of Osaka, and exotic wildlife sightings in Australia.

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Travel for Good

Briggs & Riley Is Holding a Luggage Drive for Kids in Foster Care

If you donate your gently used luggage—from any brand—you could get up to a $100 credit for a new Briggs & Riley bag.

April 9, 2021 03:41 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Books

Want to Support Black-Owned Businesses While Traveling? Make This Book Your Bible.

The new “ABC Travel Green Book” is a modern take on Victor Hugo Green’s iconic guide—and it’s meant for all travelers.

August 21, 2020 05:49 PM

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Aislyn Greene

National Parks

Plastic Water Bottles Will Soon Be Off-Limits at U.S. National Parks

The goal is to replace single-use plastics with compostable, biodegradable, or 100 percent recycled materials by 2032.

June 9, 2022 06:20 PM

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Matthew Daly

This guest room at Zambezi Sands by Batoka Africa has a large soaking tubs and views of the Zambezi River.

Hotels

Africa Has Never Had a Black, Female-Owned Safari Lodge Company—Until Now

Meet Vimbai Masiyiwa, the co-founder of Batoka Africa, Africa’s first Black, female-owned safari lodge company.

March 8, 2024 08:00 AM

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Mazuba Kapambwe

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

Dozens of sail boats, yachts and smaller boats are docked along the port of Portofino, Italy, with colorful buildings lining the shore and hills covered in greenery

Cruise

One of the Best Ways to See Italy? On These Intimate Small-Ship Cruises

Whether you want to do a two-week deep dive along the Italian coast or simply dip your toes into some lesser-known harbors, these cruises offer a wonderful way to explore more of Italy.

August 12, 2024 07:25 PM

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Brittany Chrusciel

Due to high demand, Global Entry applications are taking up to 18 months in some cases.

Air Travel News

Your Global Entry Application Could Take More Than a Year—but There Are Ways to Speed It Up

Enrollment on Arrival and Appointment Scanner can help you get Global Entry faster.

August 30, 2022 07:45 PM

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Bailey Berg

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