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History + Culture

Historic Spots to Hit During the RNC

Right in time for the Republican National Convention from July 18-21

July 13, 2016 07:50 PM

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Nicoletta Richardson

Art + Architecture

Life Artists: Where Fashion Designer Sheena Sood Finds Inspiration

With her cheery clothing designs, the globally minded designer of abacaxi gives new life to traditional handmade fabrics.

September 13, 2017 03:49 PM

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Illy, the iconic coffee company

Destination Spotlight

Five Lesser-Known Treasures to Visit in Canada

Stargaze in the middle of a desert, dig for clams, or dine well without breaking the bank in Canada.

December 11, 2015 02:40 PM

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Renee Suen

Packing Tips + Gear

The Avid Traveler’s Guide to Buying Luggage

Whether you travel with a suitcase, backpack, weekender, or duffel, your luggage is an important companion for your adventures. Use this buyer’s guide to help you find the perfect bag.

April 7, 2020 11:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Festivals + Events

8 Exceptional Festivals to Escape to This Winter

Come out of hibernation this winter for travel-worthy festivals that celebrate ice, snow, chills, and thrills in cities around the globe.

January 18, 2019 04:53 PM

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Erin Gifford

Epic Trips

Here’s Why Your Next Retreat Should Be to Bermuda

Relaxation in every form awaits you amid the natural beauty of Bermuda.

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

Health + Wellness

This $30 Hobby Is Keeping Me Sane Right Now

Not just for grannies anymore, cross-stitching allows me to meditate on far-off places while COVID-19 keeps me stuck at home.

May 4, 2020 08:15 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Health + Wellness

Exploring the Mysteries of Love at Mexico’s Most Romantic Resort

Can a hotel really rekindle romance? Writer Chris Colin and his wife, Amy, brave a gauntlet of moonlit dinners, rose petals, and beach photo shoots to find out.

September 12, 2019 09:51 PM

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Chris Colin

St. Kitts

Overview

March 31, 2021 11:40 AM

Travel Vanguard

Italian Architect Piero Lissoni on Why Less Is More in Architecture and Design

There is a guiding force to good design—even if you can’t see it.

Sponsored by illy

The Kellogg Doolittle House with a cantilevered roof built into the Joshua Tree desert

Hotels

16 Airbnbs in Joshua Tree to Book for a Desert Retreat

You’ll want to add these Joshua Tree Airbnbs—with futuristic architecture, firepits, and unparalleled stargazing opportunities—to your wish list.

October 9, 2023 08:54 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Hotels

These 6 Hotels Bridge the Divide Between Travelers and Locals

Don’t just book a place to sleep; check into lodgings that will connect you to locals.

January 22, 2020 12:46 PM

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Staff

Tips + News

Norway’s “Summer Island” Wants to Be the World’s First Time-Free Zone

In the Norwegian island of Sommarøy, locals are pushing to eliminate conventional timekeeping during the midnight sun months.

June 21, 2019 04:15 PM

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Sarah Buder

8 U.S. Hotels With Mind-Blowing Room Service Menus

Restaurants + Cafés

7 U.S. Hotels With Mind-Blowing Room Service Menus

This goes way beyond a burger and fries

January 5, 2016 04:17 PM

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Nile Cappello

Cities We Love

Tokyo’s Long Lines Lead to Magic (and Life-Changing Ramen)

On an impromptu trip to Tokyo, without a single reservation in hand, food writer Helen Rosner explores the Japanese art of standing in line.

July 30, 2018 07:02 PM

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Helen Rosner

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