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Making the case for escaping the crowds sailing Europe’s Danube and Rhine rivers and heading to Portugal’s UNESCO-protected Douro Valley instead.

In Portugal, novelist Charmaine Craig searches for the ghost of her hero, goes on a high-speed chase for delicious pork, and ponders the mystery of a writer’s trunk.

Rich cultural heritage with natural wonders around every bend make for a thrilling, soulful vacation.

After a year when most were canceled, some of Europe’s festive markets are back on again for the 2021 holiday season. Not all have been spared, though, as pandemic problems linger.

Why do monks wear saffron robes, what does rambutan taste like, and how does it feel to wear necklaces of brass rings? Join one of these tours in “The Land of Smiles” for a chance to chat with a monk, help a farmer, or meet Lisu villagers.

It isn’t heaven, but it’s pretty darn close.

Even when it’s cold and rainy, Paris is still Paris—here’s how to make the most out of an off-season visit.

Between royal celebrations, the return of large-scale events (ahem, Elton John at Hyde Park), and a flock of new hotels and restaurants, now is the time to hop the pond.

The 25 most exciting places around the world to visit next

There’s plenty of sunshine, sand, and celebration to go around come July.

Get to know the American South on these top road trips. We’ve got one for every state, spotlighting Gulf Coast beaches and bayous to Civil Rights landmarks, mountain drives, music trails, and unforgettable food stops.

Find the perfect hotel for your visit to this dreamy British Columbia city.

The newest ship on the Nile River is an 82-passenger vessel from Viking, complete with distinctly modern spaces, a sun deck with a pool, and some of the world’s most priceless views of antiquities.

Need a quick trip to bask in the sun? Here are 3 great options across Florida.

From pink cherry blossoms and emerald forests to hot springs in the silvery snow, the kaleidoscopic hues of this Japanese region are a magnificent setting for outdoor activities, vibrant culture, and more.