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Epic Trips

More Travelers Are Testing Their Limits With These “Wild” Adventures in Total Darkness

The cave is a metaphor for everything that’s scary—and more tours are tackling that fear.

October 15, 2025 09:45 AM

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Heide Brandes

Safari

Kenya Reopens to American Travelers. What Does That Actually Mean?

Kenya’s international borders are now open to (most) Americans, and travelers may have the great migration to themselves.

August 10, 2020 03:41 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

More than 21,000 flights were scheduled to take off in the U.S. on Wednesday.

Air Travel News

All Departing U.S. Flights Temporarily Grounded After FAA Computer Outage

The cause of the outage was still being investigated Wednesday morning.

January 11, 2023 09:11 AM

Cruise

Cruises Resume in Italy as U.S. Sailings Still on Hold

As European cruises set sail once again, the United States cruise industry may not reopen again until this fall.

April 2, 2021 01:31 PM

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Maria Grazia Murru

Solo Travel

I Spent a Month Solo Hiking in the Himalayas. I Recommend It to Everyone.

As cliché as it sounds, sometimes you have to lose yourself to find yourself.

August 13, 2025 12:41 PM

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Kate McMahon

Outdoor Adventure

4 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling Solo to a National Park

Come prepared to make the most of this type of solo adventure.

July 17, 2024 06:53 PM

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Bailey Berg

The Tower Bridge in London as seen from a cobblestone path with old lampposts and a big tree

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Best London Neighborhoods for Every Kind of Traveler

In a city of London’s size, knowing your Hackney from your Hampstead, your Bankside from your Bermondsey, can make all the difference in planning the perfect itinerary.

April 23, 2024 08:23 AM

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Emma John

UNESCO World Heritage

Venice in Danger of Losing UNESCO Status

Citing overtourism, UNESCO recommended Venice be placed on its list of World Heritage in Danger sites.

June 28, 2021 12:55 PM

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Colleen Barry

In the Magazine

The True Heart of California’s Bay Area Is in the Russian River Valley

The gods of climate change made some of their first displays of power in this slice of rural California, where there’s much to love and much to protect.

December 1, 2021 02:31 PM

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Chris Colin

In the Magazine

Get Outside in Luxor, Egypt, to Walk Among the Kings

Sometimes, the most enchanting experiences can be found outdoors.

December 1, 2021 02:25 PM

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Colleen Kinder

Family Travel

The Best Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Chicago

To do: Meet the dinosaurs. Swim in the river. Gorge on ice cream.

July 1, 2024 10:36 AM

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Elaine Glusac

Tips + News

Mount Everest Closed for Season Over Coronavirus Fears

Nepal’s government suspended climbing permits for all other peaks in the country and is canceling visas on arrival for tourists.

March 13, 2020 12:34 PM

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Binaj Gurubacharya

The Imperial Suite at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme is decorated in neutral hues with colorful contemporary art in the center of the room.

Art + Culture

6 Must-Visit Hotels for Art Enthusiasts

Stay at hotels where museum-quality artwork is part of the experience.

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