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This Mediterranean Country Is the Latest to Launch a Digital Nomad Visa

To qualify, you’ll need a monthly income of at least $3,000, and if approved, you can live and work there for up to one year (with the option to renew).

May 9, 2024 05:49 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotel News + Openings

Santa’s Cabin Is Open for a Free 3-Night Stay This Holiday Season

Airbnb is giving away a stay at Santa’s home in Finnish Lapland to one lucky family. The only catch? The elves might put you to work in the post office.

December 4, 2023 04:58 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

LGBTQ Travel

Tips for LGBTQ+ Travel in Africa

Why Namibia and Botswana should be on your radar, and what LGBTQ+ travelers can experience while traveling in Africa.

June 25, 2021 02:07 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

What’s New In...

What’s New in Santa Barbara

With a new crop of hotels, restaurants, and outdoor adventures, this sunshiny, food-loving city—nicknamed the American Riviera—has grown even headier.

November 12, 2021 06:05 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Cities We Love

7 Ways to Uncover History in Nuremberg

From the Middle Ages to WWII, the past is never far away in Bavaria’s second-largest city.

Sponsored by the German National Tourist Board

A dhow boat sailing off the coast of Lamu.

In the Magazine

On This East African Island, Getting Lost Is Half the Fun

Lamu, Kenya, encourages visitors to slow down and appreciate life without cars.

November 28, 2023 08:59 AM

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Sarika Bansal

Tips + News

Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)

The country is ready to receive a lot more visitors—here’s what we know.

June 10, 2020 07:44 PM

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Sara Button

Stay Here Next

This New South African Safari Camp Offers Bold Design, Regionally Inspired Cuisine, and Epic Wildlife Viewing

South Africa’s new Masiya’s Camp is a riot of color in the bushveld, with burgundy tents, curated African art, and a strong design point of view.

July 24, 2025 11:25 AM

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Richard Holmes

Restaurants + Cafés

The World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant Opens in Europe

On the southern tip of Norway’s coast, the aptly named “Under” restaurant offers fine dining among the fishes.

March 20, 2019 03:41 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Italy’s Underrated National and Regional Parks

National Parks

7 of Italy’s Most Underrated National and Regional Parks You Should Visit

In Italy, these trails and parks provide breathing space for everyone.

June 16, 2021 04:12 PM

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Adam H. Graham

A flight attendant standing in an airplane aisle, with seats on either side. Her hands are raised to the luggage bins.

Air Travel News

Why Do Airplanes Dim the Cabin Lights During Takeoff and Landing?

One of the many mysteries of air travel actually has a very simple—and smart—explanation.

November 15, 2023 08:00 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

People playing in a riverbed in Slovenia.

Fall 2023

Learning the Value of Slowing Down on Slovenia’s Juliana Trail

Cheese dumplings, medieval towns, and ancient mountains—one writer hikes the 167-mile-long Juliana Trail.

December 1, 2023 01:06 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

Food + Drink

10 Types of European Breads With Fascinating Stories

Sure, you know Germany has pretzels and France has baguettes, but do you know how these carby delights came to be?

February 13, 2018 01:27 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Tips + News

U.S. Airports Will No Longer Screen International Arrivals for COVID-19

Consequently, international flights will not be required to come into 1 of only 13 U.S. airports where enhanced coronavirus screening measures were being carried out.

September 9, 2020 09:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

River Cruises

Why This Rhine Cruise Is a Feast for All the Senses

AmaWaterways heightens the experience by going beyond the Rhine’s magical scenery. Here’s how.

December 10, 2019 10:10 AM

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AmaWaterways

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