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10 Great Travel Destinations for Art Lovers

From a Japanese art island to a creative colony among ancient olive groves in Israel, these are the global art towns, big and small, we’d happily visit.

November 10, 2021 11:18 AM

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Alex V. Cipolle

AFAR Advisor

How Querido Hotels Make for Cherished Travel Memories

At these family-owned properties, a farm-to-table ethos and deep connection to the destination deliver out-of-the-box experiences.

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Hotels We Love

These Are the 25 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC

A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 25 best four-star hotels in New York City.

February 6, 2026 08:13 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Located near the border with Syria, Gaziantep boasts a reputation as one of the region's great foodie cities.

Summer 2022

Syrian Refugees Are Transforming an Ancient Turkish City’s Food Culture

Writer Anya von Bremzen explores the fluid nature of food, identity, and community in Gaziantep, a Turkish city renowned for its cuisine—and reshaped by the Syrian war.

September 27, 2022 01:22 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Hiking + Cycling

Glacial Lakes, Ancient Forests, and Snow-Capped Volcanoes: The Ultimate Patagonia Road Trip

This road trip tops lists for a reason: The fairy-tale scenery comes with adrenaline-spiking nature adventures, authentic South American culture, and world-class hospitality.

December 5, 2019 03:50 PM

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Nora Walsh

Bars + Nightlife

The Best Rooftop Bars in Los Angeles

Get a bird’s-eye view of L.A. from these vertiginous drinking spots.

September 11, 2018 06:26 PM

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Susannah Chen

Longreads

A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World

In 2015, Tom Turcich set out to circumnavigate the globe by foot. He has been walking ever since.

June 22, 2021 11:24 AM

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Ann Babe

National Parks

Pristine Powder and Fields of Flowers: A Seasonal Guide to Banff and Jasper

Selecting the time of year that suits the kind of traveler you are will make your trip to the Canadian Rockies nothing short of epic.

June 11, 2019 04:02 PM

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Carolina Novotny

Hotels

Oregon Coast Vacation Rentals for a Cozy Northwest Getaway

These Airbnbs run the gamut, from cottages ready for nature lovers to sleek condos overlooking the ocean.

November 2, 2020 12:26 PM

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Staff

Travel Inspiration

This Sleepy Valley in Tuscany Is Your Dream Italian Getaway

In the Serchio Valley, visitors can experience the Italy they’ve fantasized about—away from the tourists.

December 14, 2017 01:25 PM

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Jessica Colley Clarke

Tips + News

Saudi Arabia Bans Foreign Pilgrims Over Coronavirus Outbreak

Authorities also suspended entry to travelers from nations affected by the new virus who hold tourist visas for the kingdom.

February 27, 2020 01:03 PM

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Jon Gambrell

This Powerful Exhibit Honors Inspiring Women Who Shaped History

Travel Inspiration

10 Trips Inspired by History-Making Women

Walk, drive, hike, climb, laugh, or sing along the path of these incredible women on adventures in the U.S. and Canada.

March 8, 2022 11:05 AM

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Staff

Founder’s Note

Where to Find the Soul of Dubai

Dubai is growing up fast.

December 18, 2015 06:47 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Outdoor Adventure

The Perfect Long Weekend From Tokyo

Waterfalls, national parks, and UNESCO-listed shrines and temples. Need we say more?

February 25, 2020 12:46 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Bars + Nightlife

This Is the Best Way to Do a Brewery Tour of Vancouver

Rent a bike and get pedaling—there are lots of small-batch breweries worth visiting in this drink-loving city.

January 18, 2017 11:59 AM

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Anna Mazurek

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