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5 Ways Tradition Meets Innovation in Leipzig—and Why You Should Visit Now

Home to world-class music festivals, historic landmarks, idyllic nature, and inspiring galleries, the past and future are inextricably intertwined in this charming metropolis.

Sponsored by the German National Tourist Board

Stone exterior of the Ahwahnee in Yosemite

Hotels

7 Great Camps and Remote Lodges Across the United States

Be it a lodge in the Adirondacks or a hot springs resort in an old Colorado mining town, these upscale refuges will make any outdoor adventure more luxurious.

April 16, 2024 04:47 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

The Courtyard Pool Villas at the Siam were designed by Bangkok-based Bill Bensley with a striking cream and black theme.

Hotels

The 11 Best Hotels in Bangkok

These are the best places to stay in Bangkok, whether you’re looking for a contemporary boutique hotel or a riverside grande dame.

November 15, 2022 01:52 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Outdoor Adventure

I’ve Hiked in More Than 100 European National Parks—These Are the Most Beautiful

Glaciers, volcanoes, wildlife-rich wetlands, and Stone Age calendars: These are among the wonders you can find in Europe’s national parks.

December 18, 2024 02:47 PM

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Phoebe Smith

Hotels

You Can Earn Hilton Points on Your Next Glamping Trip

The global hotel brand will allow Hilton Honors members to spend and earn points on AutoCamp stays.

March 13, 2024 12:14 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Fishing on the Peñíscola seaside in the north of the Valencia region

Where to Travel Next

This Is Spain’s Most Underrated Coastal City

With broad beaches, walkable neighborhoods, and a thriving culinary scene, Valencia delivers a different side of Spain.

Sponsored by the Region of Valencia

Garden Villa at Azuma Farm Koiwai with wood ceilings and floors

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This Idyllic Farm Retreat Is Just Two Hours From Tokyo by Train—and We Were the First to Stay

Azuma Farm Koiwai, a new farm retreat a two-hour train trip north from Tokyo, opens a window onto Japan’s craft traditions in a region few travelers reach.

April 21, 2026 09:59 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Left: Midpoint Cafe exterior; right: "Ugly Crust Pie"

Road Trips

7 Tasty Desserts on Route 66 to Stop and Try—From Root Beer Bread Pudding to Oatmeal Pie

Diners and cafés along the Mother Road dish out nostalgic sweet treats, good enough to stay on menus for nearly 100 years.

April 24, 2026 12:50 PM

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Amy Bizzarri

Videos

The Best Places to Travel with Family [VIDEO]

Discover some of the best places to travel with families, along with why you’ll want to add them to your travel plans this year.

September 25, 2024 02:09 AM

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Michelle Baran

Food + Drink

16 Delicious French Pastries to Try—That Aren’t Croissants

Embrace la belle vie, one bite at a time.

July 24, 2024 04:01 AM

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Eleanor Aldridge

The Royal Isabela is one of many stylish resorts where you can celebrate the season in Puerto Rico.

Holiday Travel

This Caribbean Island is Perfect for a Winter Holiday Escape

Stay warm and celebrate during the cold-weather months with a trip to vibrant Puerto Rico.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

Suyian Lodge outdoor lounge area with fireplace and view of the Suyian Conservancy

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At This New Lodge in Kenya, Elusive Black Leopards Get the Attention—but a Slower Safari Is the Real Reward

In Kenya’s Laikipia region, andBeyond’s conservation-minded Suyian Lodge offers a slower, more intimate safari experience shaped by skilled guides on secluded conservancy land.

January 29, 2026 06:02 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Soori Penang courtyard with trees and black and white architecture

Hotel News + Openings

This UNESCO-Designated City in Southeast Asia Just Welcomed a New Heritage Hotel

With the opening of Soori Penang, architect-hotelier Soo K. Chan revisits the city that shaped him, sharing how memory, design, and daily life inform his most personal hotel project.

January 23, 2026 02:32 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

An overlook of the Pacific Ocean near San Luis Obispo

Road Trips

The 8 Best Things to Do, Eat, and See in and Around San Luis Obispo, California

From feasting on pastries at the Madonna Inn to sipping chardonnay at Chamisal Vineyards, these are some of the best things to do in and around the Central Coast city.

July 30, 2023 08:00 AM

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Mae Hamilton

A guest suite at Angama Amboseli with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro

Stay Here Next

This New Safari Lodge in Kenya Offers a Close-Up Look at Africa’s Last Remaining ‘Super Tusker’ Elephants

Opened in Kenya’s first community-owned conservancy, Angama Amboseli pays homage to the large-tusked elephants that roam near the lodge.

April 29, 2024 10:32 AM

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Sarika Bansal

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