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This Laid-Back Wine Region Is All About Pinot, Redwoods, and Apples

Rich reds, bright whites, and delicious plates: Why Anderson Valley, a hidden wine enclave two hours north of San Francisco, deserves a spot on your tour of Northern California.

April 19, 2019 06:33 PM

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Brooke Vaughan

Destination Spotlight

6 Lesser-Known Things to Do in Estonia

Estonia is a multifaceted country that has more to learn about than what meets the eye.

October 14, 2015 04:15 PM

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Jenny Miller

Hotels

Urban Cowboy Lodge Is the Escape We All Need Right Now

The Catskills hotel reopens on June 4 with outdoor activities, a surplus of nature, and a Roberta’s pizza stand on the lawn.

May 29, 2020 04:26 PM

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Sunshine Flint

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in Napa Valley at Home

While you’re stuck inside, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate a trip to wine country.

May 6, 2020 05:09 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Food + Drink

This Is the Best Keepsake to Smuggle Home From Spain

In sherry country, track down a rare bottle that echoes the past

August 8, 2016 11:37 AM

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Talia Baiocchi

UNESCO World Heritage

In a First, Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Become UNESCO World Heritage Sites

These 8 iconic works from the 20th-century American architect are the first examples of modern architecture in the United States to be added to the global list of landmarks.

July 8, 2019 08:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

The U.S. Ban on Travel Now Includes Europe, the U.K., and Ireland—What You Need to Know

The temporary ban has been extended to the U.K. and Ireland, effective midnight March 16, but U.S. citizens and their families are exempt.

March 14, 2020 02:06 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hiking + Cycling

This Land Is Our Land: Places in Europe Where Access to Nature Is a Basic Human Right

In some countries, you’re welcome to roam wherever you want. On an extended bike tour, one writer experienced the ins and outs of exercising that freedom. Here’s what she learned.

May 9, 2018 05:11 PM

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Jen Sotolongo

Hiking + Cycling

Glacial Lakes, Ancient Forests, and Snow-Capped Volcanoes: The Ultimate Patagonia Road Trip

This road trip tops lists for a reason: The fairy-tale scenery comes with adrenaline-spiking nature adventures, authentic South American culture, and world-class hospitality.

December 5, 2019 03:50 PM

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Nora Walsh

Ocean Cruises

7 Rules for Surviving a Cruise With Your Mother

A Baltic Sea voyage on Viking Cruises proves just the ticket to satisfy both our 30-something writer and her baby-boomer mom.

November 6, 2018 05:18 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Art + Architecture

Everything You Need to Know About the 2019 Venice Biennale

The massive art event happens every two years and draws visitors from all over the world. Here’s how to navigate the show—and what to know while you’re in town.

April 8, 2019 06:22 PM

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Allison C. Meier

Air Travel News

Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?

Following the collapse of Primera Air earlier this month, travelers may be wondering what the risks are when booking with Europe’s low-cost carriers.

October 26, 2018 04:26 PM

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Mike Arnot

Where to Travel Next

Where to Go in 2020

36 destinations to kick-start your travel dreaming and scheming.

December 9, 2019 09:45 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Avoid an Embarrassing Spa Experience Abroad

From Japan to Iceland, we’ve got you covered on spa etiquette.

March 3, 2017 01:59 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Road Trips

Spain’s Death Coast Is Actually Your Dream Road Trip

A 4-day road trip to land’s end shows an entirely enchanting side of Spain.

February 1, 2016 08:20 PM

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Chris Ciolli

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