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National Parks

The Balkans Are About to Get a Huge New National Park

Lawmakers in North Macedonia are expected to shortly pass a bill granting Shar Mountain national park status.

June 30, 2021 06:10 PM

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Konstantin Testorides

View of Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo.

Hotels

Inside the Riviera Maya Resort Putting Nature First

Dive into cenotes, learn reef care at a coral lab, then unwind with Riviera Maya flavors and spa calm.

Sponsored by Iberostar

6 Cheeses That Require a Flight (and Maybe Even a Hike) to Find

Food + Drink

6 Rare Cheeses Worth Traveling For

From China’s best bleu to an alpine Swiss, these cheeses are worth traveling for.

April 14, 2017 12:31 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Tips + News

Travel TV Host Phil Rosenthal’s Relentless Optimism Is What We All Need Right Now

With new episodes of “Somebody Feel Phil” dropping on Netflix, the host and creator of “Everybody Loves Raymond” opens up about staying “annoyingly positive.”

November 5, 2020 12:29 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Bars + Nightlife

The Best Rooftop Bars in Washington, D.C.

From the shaded terraces of five-star hotels to rowdy wooden decks atop local dives, these rooftops “raise the bar” on alfresco evenings in the nation’s capital.

February 15, 2019 04:54 PM

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Susan Mason

Festivals + Events

Get Beyond the Beads: The 101 on Mardi Gras “Throws” in New Orleans

Ready to start (or restock) your own “Mardi Gras cabinet”? These hand-decorated throws are a total catch.

February 20, 2019 10:48 AM

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Lavinia Spalding

Art + Architecture

Inside the Whimsical World of France’s Most Outrageous Street Theater Company

The innovative street performance company La Machine celebrates 20 years of wonder with an expansive new exhibition space, upcoming show, and more.

August 23, 2019 12:45 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do You Tip Your Uber Driver?

A new study reveals that there’s a good chance you don’t.

November 13, 2019 08:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel for Good

On Haida Gwaii, Exploring a Thriving Indigenous Culture

On the archipelago off the coast of British Columbia, carvers and cooks, boat captains and botanists are helping revive Haida culture and history.

November 17, 2022 01:38 PM

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Tim Chester

Outdoor Adventure

Why Scotland is an Outdoor Adventure Like No Other

This country tops the list of all types of outdoor enthusiasts—and for good reason.

February 18, 2022 05:33 PM

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Sponsored by Visit Scotland

At Waterfall Resort, visitors can try their hand at nabbing some giant salmon with a boat captain.

Outdoor Adventure

There’s More to Travel Than Going to New Places

The return to a well-loved destination is a special type of trip.

August 16, 2022 07:32 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels

10 Stylish Airbnbs in Palm Springs

Whether you’re looking for cozy hideaways or midcentury-modern stunners, these swanky rentals have you covered. (And they all come with private pools.)

December 29, 2021 12:55 PM

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Caitlin Morton

Art + Culture

Movies Set in London to Stream Right Now

Until you can spend more time on the Thames, keep calm and carry on with this list of our favorite films about London.

April 24, 2020 08:15 PM

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Staff

Winter Sports

7 Winter Gear Picks From an Avalanche-Fighting Ski Patroller

Serious cold requires serious equipment. Choose smartly.

January 23, 2018 01:26 PM

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Adrienne Jordan

The Future of Travel

8 New Cruise Ships That Will Make Waves in 2018

Next year, the cruising scene grows with fresh launches, far-reaching new routes, and a focus on sustainability.

December 4, 2017 05:25 PM

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Elissa Garay

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