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Trains

New High-Speed Train to Connect Paris and Berlin

By the end of next year, there will be a direct rail connection between two of our favorite cities in Europe.

May 31, 2022 08:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

U.S. Beaches

7 Of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Rhode Island

The Ocean State’s beaches are still a well-kept secret. The state might be small, but there’s a sandy getaway spot for almost everyone here.

August 9, 2023 08:01 PM

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Bob Curley

Art + Architecture

A Love Letter to Toronto’s Underrated Side

Canada’s most populous city is a treasure trove of hidden gems—if you know where to find them.

July 14, 2022 02:47 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

The scenes from Apollonia Corleone's wedding and Vito Corleone's heart attack were filmed outside this mansion, now on Airbnb.

Hotels

The “Godfather” House Is Now on Airbnb

A 30-night stay at Don Vito Corleone’s house is an offer you can’t refuse.

July 25, 2022 10:38 AM

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Bailey Berg

Aerial view of Reykjavik, Iceland, with a large modern church surrounded by buildings, some with red rooftops, and the ocean and snow covered mountains in the distance

LGBTQ Travel

The World’s 25 Safest Countries for LGBTQ Travelers

A 2025 index ranks countries based on how safe and welcoming they are for the queer community, accounting for civil- and human-rights protections and antidiscrimination laws.

June 4, 2025 08:46 AM

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Sarah Buder

National Parks

Alaska Has the Biggest National Parks and Some of the Least Visited. Here’s How to See Them All.

Alaska has the four largest national parks in the U.S.—and four more. Here’s everything you need to know for a visit to these famous (and less famous) natural wonders.

June 3, 2024 01:36 PM

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Bailey Berg

Epic Trips

5 Top Beach Clubs Around the World for the Ultimate Summer Getaway

Grab your passport and get ready for exclusive experiences at these renowned beach clubs along México’s Riviera Maya, the French Riviera, Greece, and beyond.

Sponsored by the United Club℠ Infinite Card

Restaurants + Cafés

The Korean BBQ Scene Is Sizzling More Than Ever—Here’s What to Know and Where to Go in the U.S.

Brush up on your knowledge of meat cuts and banchan usage before heading to one of these best KBBQ restaurants in America.

April 17, 2026 03:57 PM

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Tae Yoon

Air Travel News

Thousands of Flights Canceled and Delayed Amid Winter Storms

These are the airports and regions that are getting hit hardest—and what you can do if your travel plans are affected.

February 23, 2023 04:05 PM

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Michelle Baran

Weekend Getaways

11 Easy, Drivable Weekend Getaway Ideas From San Francisco

Get away from the city with one of these close-by destinations throughout Northern and Central California.

May 9, 2024 03:50 PM

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Jessie Beck

Feminist Artist Cindy Sherman Will Debut Europe’s Largest Retrospective of Her Work in Paris

Art + Architecture

Feminist Artist Cindy Sherman to Debut Retrospective of Her Work in Paris

On view at the Fondation Louis Vuitton starting April 2, the Paris exhibition will feature 300 works by American artist Cindy Sherman—including several that have never been seen before.

March 6, 2020 10:34 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

People visiting the Louvre in Paris, France.

Art + Culture

10 Paris Museums for Every Kind of Traveler

The Louvre may be the most popular museum in the world, but the astounding art you can see in Paris goes way beyond the “Mona Lisa.”

June 27, 2024 08:20 AM

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Mae Hamilton

New York gets even more exciting during the most wonderful time of the year.

Holiday Travel

8 U.S. Cities Putting Their Own Spins on the Holidays, From Festive Boat Parades to Nouveau Nutcrackers

American cities are ringing in the holiday season with unique local traditions, including country music concerts in Nashville and film-focused festivities in Los Angeles.

November 24, 2025 10:37 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Manchester Town Hall seen from across the street at dusk

Travel Tips + Etiquette

This English City Just Became the First in the U.K. to Implement a Tourist Tax

Travelers will now be charged an additional fee for each night they stay in Manchester.

April 4, 2023 07:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

A birds-eye view of rafts on a river in the Kennebec Valley in Maine

Outdoor Adventure

From Lobster Rolls to Scenic Trails, Maine’s Seasonal Adventures Await

Get ready for guided kayaking on historic lakes, snowy bike rides, and amazing coastal cuisine.

Sponsored by the Maine Office of Tourism

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