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Lifeguard Tower at Bolsa Chica State Beach Huntington Beach California

Why Huntington Beach Is Perfect for a Long Weekend

With picture-perfect waves, scenic coastal trails, and a thriving craft brewery scene, Huntington Beach deserves a closer look.

Sponsored by Visit Huntington Beach

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Cities We Love

Seattle Is Booming—Here’s How Locals Are Keeping the Emerald City Green

Three tastemakers—in fashion, farming, and at an aquarium—share how Seattle’s sustainability credentials are shaping it. Plus, how to explore the city as a local.

June 18, 2024 12:20 PM

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Allison Williams

A bar area at the Capital One Landing lounge in LaGuardia Airport with rose-tinted stools surrounding the bar, seats and plants in the space around, and a large dramatic ceiling feature that hangs down above the bar

Air Travel News

This Is NYC’s Most Exciting New Airport Lounge—and It Includes Killer Tapas From Chef José Andrés

A new culinary-focused lounge concept is the latest enhancement to the LaGuardia experience. We took a look around.

February 17, 2026 05:42 PM

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Chris Dong

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel's family pool and beach near the Pacific Ocean

Hotel News + Openings

On the Island of Hawaiʻi, an Iconic Midcentury Resort Is Reborn

Upgrades to the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel include renovated guest rooms and suites, two new pools, and improved restaurants—all in time for its 60th anniversary.

February 10, 2026 03:13 PM

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Catherine Toth Fox

The swimming pool at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc has views of the sea.

Hotels We Love

The 14 Dreamiest Hotels on the French Riviera

From a cliffside aerie to a hideout on the sand, France’s Mediterranean coastline is filled with outstanding luxury hotels—and these are the 14 best places to stay.

November 14, 2025 12:08 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Epic Trips

A World of Wonder

Now, more than ever, we want to deepen our appreciation of nature around the planet—but rather than just see and do, we want to serve and protect.

May 4, 2022 07:52 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Travel for Good

How Global Travel Can Change for the Better

Six organizations make up a new coalition calling on tourism agencies and travel companies to commit to responsible tourism in the wake of COVID-19.

June 17, 2020 02:30 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Six people hike along Switzerland's Great Aletsch Glacier.

Fall 2023

What It Was Like to Hike the Alps’ Largest Glacier

Glaciers are one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena—they’re also extremely vulnerable to climate change.

October 19, 2023 07:48 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

National Parks

The United States Just Got a New National Park

The New River Gorge in West Virginia marks the country’s 63rd national park.

January 5, 2021 05:18 PM

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Sarah Buder

Epic Trips

Why Georgia’s Coastal Magnificence Is the Epic Trip You Need Right Now

From farm-to-table cuisine to private islands and architectural gems, explore four seaside spots that take southern hospitality to new heights in the Peach State.

Sponsored by Explore Georgia

Martinhal Lisbon Oriente is located 30 minutes outside the city center and has a white exterior with balconies.

Hotels We Love

The 10 Best Hotels in Lisbon

Beauty, charm, and history infuse scores of hotels in Portugal’s capital city. To help you choose where to stay, here are 10 of the best hotels in Lisbon.

May 30, 2024 11:05 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Outdoor Adventure

The Adventure Lover’s Guide to Aruba

From otherworldly hiking and scenic skydiving to walking the ocean floor, there are unlimited ways to get your adrenaline pumping on this Caribbean island.

April 25, 2022 12:14 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Where to Travel Next

8 Reasons to Relax and Recharge in Arizona

From five-star spas to energy vortexes, here’s how to find the right wellness experience for you in the healing hub of Central Arizona.

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