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Solo Travel

As a Solo Female Traveler, Here’s What to Know and Where to Go

These are the best destinations for women traveling solo, plus tips for how to go.

March 3, 2025 09:47 AM

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Sarah Buder

Graz’s iconic clock tower hovers above the city, where from high above the past blends into the contemporary.

Food + Drink

Love Food? Here’s Why Graz Should Top Your List

From local truffles to pumpkin seed oil, here’s what to experience in Austria’s culinary capital.

Sponsored by Austria Tourism

Live out your best desert island life at the likes of Playa Fronton in the Dominican Republic.

Beaches

The Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic—and the Hotels to Stay At

Whether you’re after lively bars and adventure, or a more remote spot to relax, there’s a stretch of sand for you.

December 19, 2023 05:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

COVID + Travel

Los Angeles Encourages Staycations With Dozens of Hotel and Restaurant Deals

The city has launched a new campaign to encourage locals to stay in hotels, visit restaurants, and explore attractions closer to home.

August 24, 2020 06:30 PM

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Tim Chester

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Where to Travel Next

4 Charming Small Towns in Switzerland Every Traveler Should Visit

Immerse yourself in medieval history or retreat to a mountaintop.

September 15, 2022 11:38 AM

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Melanie Haiken

A thundering waterfall flowing beneath a wooden lodge tucked into a forest.

Hotels

6 Native American–Owned Hotels for Your Next Trip

Gain a better understanding of Native American history and culture through these hotels.

November 13, 2024 01:25 AM

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Carrie Back

A high view of Avalon Bay in California, with Catalina Casino in the foreground.

Road Trips

The Ultimate Southern California Road Trip

From coastal luxury to desert escapes, these ten iconic locations will guide you through the heart of Southern California.

Sponsored by Visit SLO CAL

A photo of a guest room at the Muir hotel in Halifax, with a tartan blanket designed exclusively for the hotel on the bed.

Stay Here Next

Stay Here Next: The Muir Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia

A new addition to the Halifax waterfront channels Nova Scotia’s maritime history—and future.

February 28, 2023 08:45 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Chef Andrew Zimmern of 'Bizarre Foods' wears a white bucket hat and denim apron as he tends a barbecue grill along with some helpers

Ocean Cruises

Learn to Cook from Star Chefs on This New Culinary-Themed Cruise

The Chefs Making Waves cruise includes cooking demonstrations, tastings, and nonstop culinary geeking out with Food Network stars like Robert Irvine of ‘Restaurant: Impossible’ and Scott Conant of ‘Chopped.’

May 31, 2024 07:24 PM

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Fran Golden

A studio king guest room at the Hotel Chelsea, with a big white bed, a fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows with stained-glass details overlooking a balcony.

Stay Here Next

Stay Here Next: Hotel Chelsea in New York City

After a decade of closure, the revived NYC landmark is welcoming a new generation of travelers and local creatives into its legend-filled spaces.

February 24, 2023 05:11 PM

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Billie Cohen

The Katha Reading Lounge has large archways and sofas with views out to the surrounding landscape.

Hotels

Hotels That Feel like $1,000 a Night but Are Only $300

These hotels feel like thousand dollar per night stays but actually cost much less.

November 21, 2023 01:14 PM

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Mark Ellwood

A rectangular outdoor pool with attached hot tub is on the property of an adobe style house. Chaise lounges and striped sun umbrellas are on the pool deck

Loyalty + Rewards

The 5 Best Credit Cards for Travelers Right Now Have Unprecedented Sign-Up Bonuses and Unexpected Perks

Combine some of the highest-value welcome bonuses we’ve ever seen with perks for travel and home.

July 2, 2025 02:04 PM

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Paul Rubio

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