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History + Culture

7 Cities That Honor Women Civil Rights Leaders

From Selma to Little Rock, meet the women who risked their lives to make America’s parchment paperwork mean something.

March 2, 2022 10:18 AM

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Deborah D. Douglas

Health + Wellness

Why This Unexpected Destination Should Be Your Next Wellness Retreat

Find mindfulness, sleep retreats, and much more in the Middle East.

July 25, 2024 02:00 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Cape Town in South Africa is just one of the destinations on Contiki's Garden Route tour.

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

Food + Drink

This Is the World’s First Michelin-Starred Ice Cream Shop

What makes ice cream deserve a Michelin star? We go inside the world’s only designated shop to find out.

May 13, 2025 12:01 PM

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Clarissa Wei

Socotra, Yemen - January 19, 2025: Discovering Socotra Islands breathtaking landscapes and coastlines on an adventure

Longreads

Can the “Galápagos of the Arabian Sea” Survive Its Popularity?

The UNESCO-listed island of Socotra faces an onslaught of sustainability challenges, from climate change to an Instagram-fueled tourism surge.

January 29, 2026 11:10 AM

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Rachel Nuwer

Outdoor Adventure

This Small City Is One of Canada’s Best-Kept Secrets

With outdoor adventure and wine tours galore, Kelowna is also one of the country’s most accessible cities.

July 7, 2022 04:01 PM

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Lisa Kadane

A Vincy Two Story Overwater Villa at Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Family Travel

This Resort Offers the Dreamiest Suites in the Caribbean

With stunning locations, renowned dining, and beachfront accommodations, Sandals Resorts delivers an unforgettable experience.

Sponsored by Sandals Resorts

Minnewaska Park in New York, cliffs and water

Weekend Getaways

10 Weekend Getaways From NYC for Lobster Rolls, Contemporary Art, and Fall Foliage

Getting out of the city is a breath of fresh air; here’s where to go by train, bus, or car.

October 2, 2025 02:20 AM

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Sarah Buder

Museums + Galleries

“I Dream A World: Portraits of Black Women Who Changed America” Is the Photo Exhibit You Need to See Now

The show marks the first time in two decades that these original portraits of leading 20th-century African American women have been publicly on view.

February 24, 2020 03:06 PM

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Sarah Buder

AFAR Approved

This Is the Best Tripod for Travelers—and It’s 30 Percent off This Black Friday

The sleek model from Peak Design is so compact it will fit neatly into the water bottle sleeve of your backpack. Get it for up to $180 off this Cyber Week.

November 24, 2023 09:12 AM

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Rachel McCord

A woman gazing out at the view from an infinity pool at Banyan Tree Mayakoba.

Health + Wellness

A Coastal Wellness Retreat Rooted in Mayan Traditions

At Mayakoba, create your restorative getaway exactly the way you want it.

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