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East Nanjing pedestrian shopping street in Shanghai during the evening

China Finally Reopens to Tourists—What You Need to Know

After three years of COVID border restrictions, the Chinese embassy and consulates in the United States will begin issuing tourist visas again on March 15.

March 14, 2023 04:05 PM

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Michelle Baran

Two Buddhist monks walk together in the courtyard of a mountain monastery in Bhutan; the exterior is decorated with painted woodcarvings.

Spring 2026

The Busy Person’s Guide to Slow Travel: 20 Thoughtful Trips for Every Type of Traveler

Trip ideas for staying in the moment, from a music-focused itinerary in the American South to an English garden tour (with plenty of stopping to smell the roses).

April 24, 2026 10:31 AM

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Ellen Carpenter

Ocean Cruises

You Can Now Get a Smithsonian-Level Education at Sea on These Enriching Global Cruises

The renowned Smithsonian Institution is infusing Ponant sailings with high-quality educational programming and exclusive access to notable historical and cultural sites.

June 20, 2022 01:02 PM

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Fran Golden

8 “Game of Thrones” Destinations You Can Visit in Real Life

Art + Culture

Here Are 11 Game of Thrones Locations You Can Visit

The HBO series is as revered for its heart-wrenching plot twists as it is for its stunning filming locations. The good news: The tales might be fictional, but these destinations are not.

July 31, 2023 07:55 PM

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Sarah Buder

Accommodations at Joali Maldives with plunge pool and deck area

Hotels We Love

A Caribbean Island Escape, an Alaska Fishing Lodge, a Venetian Craft Hotel: 7 Women-Owned Hotels

These hotels around the world—all owned and run by women—reflect a wide range of destinations and styles.

March 19, 2026 02:38 PM

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Alicia Erickson

People enjoying the nice summer weather in Meldrum Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada

History + Culture

You Can Camp on Remote Lakes, Soar Over a National Park, and Spot Polar Bears on These Epic Canadian Tours

Explore the nature and culture of the Great White North with these Indigenous-owned companies and organizations.

May 15, 2025 12:54 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What to Do With Leftover Foreign Currency

Some practical tips for using up your extra yen, euros, francs, and beyond.

September 15, 2023 07:05 AM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

8 Great Places Across Canada to Visit This Summer

Get lost in the outdoor regions and bustling centers of the Great White North.

April 24, 2023 09:33 PM

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Elizabeth Warkentin

A biker pedals along Prince Edward Island's Island Walk

In the Magazine

Idyllic Villages, Fresh Lobster Rolls, and a New Trail—Why Now Is the Time to Visit Prince Edward Island

A 435-mile hiking and biking route around Canada’s small but mighty province invites visitors to travel slowly and joyfully.

December 1, 2022 09:00 AM

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Debbie Olsen

Maple syrup season in rural Quebec, Canada. Collection maple sap in spring forest.

History + Culture

The “Maple Syrup Capital of the World” Is Famous for Sugar Shacks, Festivals, and Indigenous History

A visit to a sugar shack run by First Nations people sheds light on maple syrup’s deep roots in northeastern Canada.

March 13, 2025 02:17 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Destination Spotlight

This Canadian Province Is the Ultimate Destination for Iceberg Spotting

Springtime brings a parade of icebergs to Newfoundland and Labrador, and the result is truly a wonder of nature.

Sponsored by Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism

People paddling down a river in a rainforest.

Epic Trips

10 Epic Eco-Friendly Trips, from Tracking Snow Leopards in India to Seeing the Greenland Ice Sheet

Answer the call to adventure on one of these conscientious tours.

July 14, 2025 10:27 AM

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Kelsey Lindsey

The baguette has become a sandwich and charcuterie board staple throughout the world.

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