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Heather and bog myrtle grow in abundance in the Scottish Highlands.

Longreads

Walking, Biking, and Swimming Through Scotland’s Highlands on a Self-Powered Trip

No cars allowed? One writer sets out to tackle some of the United Kingdom’s most epic landscapes—while leaving as little of a trace as possible.

October 30, 2023 12:45 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Weekend Getaways

Napa’s in Bloom: How to Plan the Perfect Spring Weekend

Now is the time to plan a visit to wine country.

April 8, 2021 06:42 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Hiking + Cycling

How I Encountered the Kindness of Strangers in One of the Wildest Places in the World

On a bicycle trip through Patagonia, one writer found more than just nature.

June 7, 2017 02:48 PM

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Tommy Alexander

Tips + News

Turkey Converts Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia Museum Back Into a Mosque

The 6th-century cathedral became a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of the city in 1453, but has been a museum since 1934, drawing 3.7 million tourists last year.

July 10, 2020 04:34 PM

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Suzan Fraser

People chatting at a cafe in Thessaloniki, Greece.

In the Magazine

This Greek City Is the Country’s “Capital of Cool”

In the Greek city of Thessaloniki, rich history, creative gastronomy, and laid-back living abound.

September 28, 2023 09:49 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

Boats at the sunset on Fatu Hiva bay, Marquesas island, French Polynesia

Ocean Cruises

Island-Hopping Tahiti Gets an Upgrade on This Revamped Iconic Cruise Ship

The quintessentially French Polynesian luxury cruise ship “Paul Gauguin” has been freshly remodeled and explores some of the region’s more remote island destinations.

September 21, 2022 10:08 PM

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Fran Golden

Wadis are akin to adventure playgrounds in Oman, offering opportunities to hike, swim, rock climb, and more.

Outdoor Adventure

How to Plan the Perfect Wadi-Hopping Adventure in Oman

Oman is home to dozens of “wadis,” rocky river gorges with impossibly blue swimming holes. Here’s a guide to visiting them safely.

April 26, 2024 04:20 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Water Sports

How the UNESCO of Surf Is Saving the Planet—One Beach at a Time

Through a number of different approaches, this organization is preserving some of the world’s most beautiful coastal regions for surfers and non-surfers alike.

November 21, 2017 05:38 PM

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Dean LaTourrette

Safari

So You Wanna Go Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

The popular animal adventure is both a good and a bad thing for gorillas.

April 21, 2017 12:17 PM

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Will McGough

Health + Wellness

Explore Maine’s Most Captivating—and Healing—Coastal Landscapes

Using Portland as your jumping off point, you’ll find a bounty of rejuvenating outdoor adventure and remote, natural beauty in this seafaring state.

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National Parks

California’s Best National Parks and Monuments

The Golden State boasts more national parks than any other in the nation and they protect some of the most iconic natural wonders in the world.

July 29, 2019 07:36 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Natural Wonders

How to Book an Uber Submarine to the Great Barrier Reef

For a limited time—and for about $1,000 a pop—Uber users in Queensland, Australia, will be able to request a submarine ride through the world’s largest coral reef.

May 23, 2019 05:28 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

The Most Exciting Outdoor Adventures in the Sonoran Desert

From hiking and mountain biking to hot air balloon rides and rafting trips, here are the most-thrilling ways to get outside in the Greater Phoenix area.

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