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Longreads

This Centuries-Old Indigenous Sport Is Having a Renaissance

Across North America, Native communities are carrying on relay racing—a time-honored, high-adrenaline tradition.

November 25, 2024 08:51 AM

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Kate Nelson

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Loyalty + Rewards

How to Maximize Travel Benefits With Multiple Credit Cards

Juggling multiple credit cards can majorly boost your points and miles balance. But before you sign up, consider these tips for minimizing your financial housekeeping.

April 25, 2024 02:40 PM

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Paul Rubio

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Cities We Love

The 10 Best Cities in Europe in 2026 Promise Culture, Creativity, and Green Space

Copenhagen climbs from 14, and the top three cities hold firm in Resonance’s annual rankings.

March 3, 2026 07:52 AM

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Lucy Kehoe

Visas + Passports

United States Issues Its First Passport With “X” Gender Marker

The U.S. joins over a dozen countries that allow a third-gender option on passports.

October 28, 2021 05:32 PM

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Colleen Slevin

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Outdoor Adventure

Must-Do Nature Escapes in Western Québec

Swim, hike, and unwind when you Voyage Through Nature in Québec’s summer playground.

Sponsored by Bonjour Québec

Travel for Good

How to Honor Indigenous Communities When You Travel

Today, there are 546 federally recognized tribes. Here’s how to engage respectfully and thoughtfully with Indigenous cultures domestically.

March 28, 2022 01:27 PM

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Iona Brannon

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Food + Drink

5 Delicious Ways to Taste Your Way Around the World

Let your tastebuds—and experts—guide you on these mouthwatering culinary tours throughout the globe.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

Le Panoramic restaurant, located at the top of a ski resort in Courchevel, France

Winter Sports

Onsen Soaks in Japan, Poutine in Canada, and Fondue in Switzerland—This Is Après-Ski Around the World

Discover the best après-ski scenes around the world from Colorado to Chile, including where to go, what to drink, and what to wear for après-ski after a day on the slopes.

November 4, 2025 01:31 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Travel Inspiration

Award-Winning Activist Grace Young’s Guide to Manhattan’s Chinatown

There’s no place on Earth that Grace Young loves more than Manhattan’s Chinatown—here’s her guide to the iconic neighborhood.

September 13, 2022 03:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Hiking + Cycling

The Great Way to See Canada’s Scenic Beauty That Many Travelers Miss

The best way to explore the country’s wilderness in winter? Fat biking.

March 20, 2025 03:09 PM

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Steve Lyons

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Water Sports

From Fishing to the Grateful Dead—Why Asheville’s French Broad River is a Must-Visit

With riverside brewery and culinary scenes, inclusive bars, and a thriving arts district, one of the world’s oldest rivers inspired an outdoor renaissance in Western North Carolina.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Jenn Rice

An Indigenous American dishes on a table made fresh vegetables and toppings, saserved at Owamni restaurant in Minnesota.

Food + Drink

This State’s Food Scene Is Gaining National Attention

Minnesota’s food scene is thriving, with award-winning restaurants and diverse culinary influences from all around the world.

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