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Fall 2025

8 Epic Cruises for the Seriously Intrepid Traveler to Take in 2026

From luxury icebreakers to yachts with pool decks, these ships—and sailings—are on our list.

November 6, 2025 11:44 AM

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Jeri Clausing

A few of the facade and pool of Auberge de Soleil in Napa Valley.

Health + Wellness

California Wellness Retreats Worth the Trip

Whether by the beach, in the desert, or among the redwoods, these wellness stays redefine self-care

Sponsored by Visit California

The restaurant car on the Eastern and Oriental Express with antique red velvet dining chairs and white-linen tabletops with formal place settings and small table lamps

Trains

The Most Luxurious Train in Asia Has Returned—Here’s a First Look

Jungle treks by day and cocktail parties at night—it doesn’t get more decadent than traveling in Asia on Belmond’s Eastern and Orient Express.

June 14, 2024 02:45 PM

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Tiana Attride

LGBTQ Travel

Transgender Activists Will Be Honored With First-of-Its-Kind Monument in NYC

The city announced plans to memorialize Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera, irreplaceable—though often overlooked—leaders in LGBTQ history.

June 7, 2019 09:36 AM

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Sarah Buder

Hotel News + Openings

These Hotels Around the Globe Were Just Given Michelin’s Elite Three-Keys Distinction

Anonymous inspectors awarded 143 hotels the highest Michelin honor of three keys: 23 located in France, 16 in the U.S., and 14 in the U.K.

October 10, 2025 04:50 PM

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Rachel Chang

Beautiful look down travel aerial photograph of the abandoned railroad bridge crossing the Ontonagon River and scenic Agate Falls waterfall below surrounded by forest of evergreen and deciduous trees.

Outdoor Adventure

Michigan’s Spectacular Scenery Is Best Seen From an Electric Off-Road Vehicle

A new trail offers a more sustainable—and quieter—way to traverse the countryside.

August 29, 2024 03:21 PM

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Jaclyn Trop

(Left) Glenaeagles bedroom with wooden canopy bed and pink sofa, (Right) Fife arms bedroom with bed with tartan throw

Hotels

These Are the 2 Best Hotels in Scotland. And I’m Declaring a Winner.

This round of “Which Stay Wins?” puts Gleneagles’ rambunctious energy against the Fife Arms’ maximalist whimsy. Which comes out on top?

September 9, 2025 03:57 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Chicari Camp is surrounded by wilderness in Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique.

Stay Here Next

I’ve Been on Dozens of Safaris. This Camp Taught Me Something New

Chicari Camp in Mozambique puts you at the heart of Gorongosa National Park, where lions, pangolins, and other keystone wildlife are returning after decades of war and poaching.

September 3, 2025 11:51 AM

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Melanie van Zyl

Food + Drink

Eat Well, Do Good: Restaurants That Give Back

Feed your belly and your soul at these philanthropic spots around the world.

November 30, 2021 07:15 PM

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Billie Cohen

U.S. Beaches

From Secret Coral Reefs to Historic Sites, How to Road Trip in the Lesser-Known Florida Keys

On The Florida Keys Scenic Highway, taking time to go off the beaten path is the key to a rewarding vacation.

Sponsored by Monroe County Tourist Development Council

Bars + Nightlife

This Bar Was Just Named the Best in North America

The second annual North America’s 50 Best Bars list has been released—and a New York City venue has (once again) grabbed the top spot.

May 18, 2023 07:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels

Best Fort Lauderdale Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay

There will always be swimming pools—but these hotels and resorts in the South Florida city have an extra bit of soul.

February 24, 2021 11:11 AM

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Paul Rubio

Road Trips

7 Coastal U.S. Road Trips With Incredible Views

Skip the views of seemingly endless interstate for an inspiring expanse of blue.

June 17, 2025 01:52 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

The islands of Greece are a perfect destination for summer travel.

AFAR Advisor

This Intimate Cruise Makes Peak Seasonal Travel Easy

Explore tulips, wine harvests, and Christmas markets without the stress on Emerald Cruises.

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