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Meet the First Woman to Cross Africa by Electric Motorcycle

Sinje Gottwald rode from Tangier, Morocco, to Cape Town, South Africa in 124 days.

March 28, 2023 02:42 PM

Venice Hit by Third High Tide in 1 Week. Can the City Be Saved?

Damage could run up to hundreds of millions of euros during these historic floods. Here’s why November 2019’s “acqua alta” is different from previous ones.

November 18, 2019 12:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

the interior of El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires. The store is in an old theater and you can see the stage, red curtains, and all the balconies where the seats used to be. The floor is lined with bookcases.

Cities We Love

5 Reasons to Go to Buenos Aires That Aren’t Steak and Wine

Argentina’s capital city has something for everyone. But these five are a little less expected than the usuals.

July 26, 2024 09:02 AM

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Billie Cohen

Tips + News

That Sand You Brought Back From Vacation? Totally Illegal

Although it might seem tempting to pack a vial of sand from your favorite beach, it can be against the law, and it harms the environment.

August 21, 2019 03:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Health + Wellness

The History and Mysteries of Lake Como’s Most Romantic Hotel

This glamorous honeymoon destination in northern Italy has seen its fair share of love stories—but one grand dame hotel still has a few secrets to reveal.

February 7, 2019 12:59 PM

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Valentina Valentini

Walking street with apricot-colored buildings along the coast.

Where to Travel Next

Why Monaco Deserves More Than a Day Trip

From historic streets to waterfront escapes, Monaco rewards travelers who slow down.

Sponsored by Visit Monaco

Three-story building with wraparound white galleries at the John Rutledge House Inn in Charleston

Hotels We Love

18 Hotels in Charleston for a Truly Local Stay

Gilded Age mansions, beachfront resorts, and stylish boutiques offer plenty of places to experience Southern hospitality in Charleston.

September 24, 2024 10:44 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Longreads

A Very Big Little Country

For the past two decades, the micronation of Westarctica has grown in prominence—and is now using its power for something other than Antarctic domination.

October 13, 2021 09:25 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Cities We Love

10 Years After Studying in Prague, One Writer Returns

More than a decade after she first called the city home, one writer finds Prague—and herself—changed.

June 30, 2022 02:35 PM

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Kelly Dawson

Boston Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club

Loyalty + Rewards

Inside the First Chase Sapphire Airport Lounge in the United States

The much-anticipated lounge debuts on May 16 in Boston Logan International Airport’s recently completed Terminal B to C Connector.

May 11, 2023 12:59 PM

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Paul Rubio

East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Cody - Wyoming - USA

Outdoor Adventure

4 Best Wyoming Mountain Towns to Visit for National Park and Wild West Adventures

These big little cities and frontier towns are great bases for exploring Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

May 1, 2026 07:42 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

Night view of the main public library in central Calgary. The facade is white and has geometric cut-outs through which the interior lights shine.

Books

These Are the Most Beautiful Libraries Around the World

Libraries might be the best way to get to know a place. And they look amazing too. These are among our favorites.

April 19, 2026 02:55 PM

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Billie Cohen

Hotels

The Trips We’re Most Excited About

Where are we actually going in 2020?

January 3, 2020 04:15 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Off The Tourist Trail

The Ultimate Guide to New Orleans’s Hidden Gems, From Mausoleums to a Monster Shop

Roam the French Quarter at daybreak, discover mini cities or a lighthouse, and find locally loved Indian-spiced catfish.

January 7, 2026 02:49 PM

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Jenny Adams

Aerial photo of Buckhead neighborhood at Sunset (L); Pastries at Little Tart Bakeshop (R)

4 Days In

Whiskey Slushies, Green Eggs, and Georgia Shrimp: 4 Days Eating Your Way Through Atlanta

A food writer’s essential itinerary for a long weekend in Georgia’s state capital.

January 29, 2026 10:47 AM

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Lia Picard

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