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People sitting and sub bathing on docks and boats at the La Banchina restaurant in Copenhagen's Refshaleøen neighborhood with a red building and sloped power plant in the background.

The 6 Essential Copenhagen Neighborhoods—and What to See, Do, and Eat There

Escape the crowds in central Indre By or venture out to hip Refshaleøen and ultramodern Nordhavn. This is your complete guide to Copenhagen’s must-visit neighborhoods.

August 27, 2024 06:45 PM

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Lisa Abend

Albuquerque is home to the annual Balloon Fiesta, where more than 500 balloons take off in one mass ascension for nine days each fall.

Destination Spotlight

8 Things to Do in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Ride in the basket of a hot air balloon, paddleboard on the Rio Grande, and nosh on chile-covered everything in New Mexico’s largest city.

October 7, 2022 03:59 PM

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Bailey Berg

The Future of Travel

Work, Play, and Stay: The Hotels That Have Mastered Coworking

It’s easier than ever to get away without clocking out, now that more hotels are opening their own dedicated coworking spaces. Here are the places leading the pack.

September 25, 2018 06:53 PM

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Elaine Glusac

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Expedition Cruises

A Cruise to Indonesia’s Spice Islands Shows “How the World Is Supposed to Be”

Breathing in the nutmeg scent and following red-footed boobies in the footsteps of naturalists on this seven-night Aqua Expedition.

March 31, 2023 03:54 PM

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Michelle Jana Chan

London’s Heathrow Sets Limit on Passengers Through September

Air Travel News

London’s Heathrow Extends Limit on Passengers Through October

The passenger cap is likely to result in even more canceled flights at Britain’s busiest hub.

August 15, 2022 01:30 PM

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Epic Trips

I Got Stuck on the World’s Largest Glacier Field During a Whiteout Storm—and You Should Too

Sleeping on a Yukon ice field teaches travelers about Indigenous Gold Rush history, climate change, and getting lost in the fog.

May 12, 2026 01:41 PM

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Danielle Hallock

Where to Go in Summer

10 Best Places to Travel in August

Watch the total solar eclipse in Europe or embrace peak summer with lively fests this month.

April 16, 2026 06:44 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Outdoor Adventure

The 15 Best State Parks in California You Need to Visit

Sometimes it feels as though the Golden State is one vast parkland. Where to peer into tide pools, hike the coast, and get your redwood on.

May 12, 2022 09:55 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Child on skis with a wide stance, leaning on ski poles.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

Aerial view of the Palawan province in the Philippines featuring dramatic green cliffs rising up from turquoise blue waters, and a bay-like alcove full of boats and homes

Visas + Passports

One of the Best Countries for Expats Just Announced a New Digital Nomad Visa

Affordable housing, some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, and delicious cuisine make this vibrant island nation a seriously attractive option for remote workers.

May 16, 2025 05:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Natural Wonders

Promising Texas Bluebonnet Season Predicted Despite Winter Storm

Wildflower experts say all that snow and ice ended up insulating Texas bluebonnets.

March 26, 2021 04:22 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hiking + Cycling

8 Dream Hikes in the United States (and How to Score the Permits)

Sometimes the hardest part of a hike is obtaining the permit, but the crowd-free experience in these pristine destinations is worth the effort.

May 14, 2026 06:35 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Beautiful port of Nafplio city in Greece with small boats, palm trees and Bourtzi castle on the water

Where to Go in Summer

10 Best Places to Travel in July

There’s plenty of sunshine, sand, and celebration to go around come July.

April 1, 2026 09:58 PM

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Mark Ellwood

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