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Distant mountains over Mirror Lake, New York in the winter

Winter Sports

5 Places to Try a New Winter Sport Without the Crowds

If the idea of gliding down a mountain among crowds doesn’t appeal to you, you’re not alone.

November 5, 2024 06:57 PM

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Shayla Martin

Plates with Mexican food, including a piece of fish with greens, tostadas, and tartare, being prepared by a chef with tattooed hands

Food + Drink

17 Restaurants That Prove Colorado Has One of America’s Most Exciting Dining Scenes

The perfect eating tour involves elaborate tasting menus, innovative immigrant cooking, and plenty of ingredients foraged from the Rocky Mountains.

September 27, 2024 02:22 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Nicodemus, Kansas. A colony of free African Americans. Homesteaders ca. 1880-1890s

History + Culture

See Where Black Emigrants Forged a New Path on the American Frontier

The history of the American West is often whitewashed, but these museums, monuments, and historic sites help preserve a significant chapter.

April 8, 2026 11:35 AM

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Yolanda Evans

Hotel News + Openings

Aspen’s Newest Hotel Wants to Feel Like Your Private Mountain House

White Elephant Aspen, the first mountain property from the East Coast hotel brand, opens on June 15 in Aspen’s quieter West End neighborhood.

May 28, 2026 06:44 PM

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Bailey Berg

The Cathedral Valley in Garden of the Gods is one of the most visited spots in Colorado Springs.

Cities We Love

In Colorado Springs, Mountains Meet Cool Museums and Creative Restaurants

From historic neighborhoods and major museums to breweries and outdoor pursuits, Colorado Springs has much to offer.

June 21, 2024 12:06 PM

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Bailey Berg

Epic Trips

Stargazing Without the Crowds on the Grand Canyon Floor

A strenuous trek to Phantom Ranch—the only lodging on the base of the Grand Canyon—shows a different, less-crowded side of this world wonder. But you’ll have to work for it.

March 13, 2024 05:06 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

Trains

These 6 Glass-Roof Trains Have the Best Scenic Views, From the Grand Canyon to Machu Picchu

Immerse yourself in panoramic railway views thanks to glass domes, skylights, and observation cars.

August 26, 2025 02:09 PM

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Nicole Edenedo

Camping

8 Beautiful Places to Camp in Colorado

Make the most of Colorado’s gorgeous landscapes at these noteworthy campsites.

April 23, 2024 06:42 PM

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Bailey Berg

Left: Flagstaff, Arizona, USA - September 2, 2022. Aerial view of historic downtown Flagstaff with the famous Hotel Monte Vista; right: Starry night under the clear Flagstaff Sky

Weekend Getaways

This National Park Gateway Town Is Celebrating 25 Years as the World’s First Dark Sky City

Alongside a new astronomy center, Flagstaff is now a hotbed of standout culinary outposts, making it the ideal place to kick off your Grand Canyon–fueled adventure.

April 27, 2026 03:16 PM

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Michelle Baran

Road Trips

23 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.

Whether you’re looking for sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean or a multiday adventure through national parks, these road trips provide plenty of opportunities to explore the United States.

April 4, 2024 07:12 PM

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Ciera Velarde

Air Travel News

Delta Air Lines Is Saying Goodbye to These U.S. Airports

And . . . “Hej” to Stockholm.

December 13, 2021 07:05 PM

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Michelle Baran

A snow-covered mountain reflected in a clear lake, surrounded by evergreen trees

National Parks

10 Less-Crowded Alternatives to the Most Popular U.S. National Parks

With crowds overrunning the U.S.’s most popular national parks, head to these alternative parks, forests, and natural wonders instead.

April 23, 2025 03:04 AM

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Maggie Fuller

Travel for Good

How to Be an Eco-Conscious Hiker in Colorado

With park-filled cities and wilderness everywhere, Colorado makes it easy to experience the outdoors. Here’s how to Care for Colorado like a local.

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