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A Huge New Center in Dijon Promises Heaven for Fans of French Food and Wine

The Cité internationale de la gastronomie et du vin occupies a centuries-old heritage site in the historical capital of Burgundy.

April 5, 2022 07:06 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Air Travel News

French Bee Launches Los Angeles–Paris Flights From $321

We interrupt the news about skyrocketing airfares with a new low-cost option for West Coast travelers heading to France.

April 22, 2022 08:11 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hiking sign with a yellow arrow in the foreground, woman walking with an orange backpack in the background

Hiking + Cycling

7 Breathtaking Hikes in Europe That Are Worth the Journey

Mountains, valleys, pilgrimages, and wilderness—these hikes showcase the best of the continent wherever your walking boots take you.

February 2, 2024 10:03 AM

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Phoebe Smith

Loyalty + Rewards

Score a Free Annual Hotel Night With These Credit Cards

Select credit cards offer free hotel and resort stays as a perk each year, adding long-term value to card membership.

March 29, 2023 02:02 PM

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Paul Rubio

Art + Architecture

10 U.S. Art Exhibitions Worth Traveling for This Fall

The season is filled with thought-provoking displays that you won’t want to miss.

August 27, 2019 09:36 AM

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Allison C. Meier

Art + Culture

This Tiny New England Island Is Filled With Literal Treasure—Here’s How to Find It

Search for coveted glass orbs on Block Island, and discover your new favorite getaway.

July 1, 2025 11:15 AM

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Stacey Leasca

The Congregation is a laid-back café housed in a former church in Detroit’s Boston-Edison Historic District.

Restaurants + Cafés

The Essential Detroit Travel Guide for Foodies

Try these spots recommended by a local chef, from an authentic French bakery to an East African–inspired lunch joint.

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Where to Go in Fall

Why You Should Go to Barcelona This Fall

Between hotel openings, a robust calendar of festivals, a new tribute to soccer star Leo Messi, plus up-and-coming neighborhoods to explore, Barcelona packs in plenty this autumn.

September 3, 2019 03:55 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

Viking river cruise ship on the Nile River in Egypt with lush shores and a smattering of building

Cruise News

Are Middle East Cruises Canceled? A Line-by-Line Breakdown

Here’s how cruise lines are handling sailings in the Middle East region during the Israel-Hamas War.

November 6, 2023 07:44 PM

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Fran Golden

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Exploring U.S. National Parks Just Got Easier With This New Google Maps Feature

Want to see a trail route? If the path is paved and/or dog friendly? There’s now a helpful app update for that.

April 11, 2023 05:29 PM

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Bailey Berg

A cottage at Firefall Ranch in California with a large veranda featuring a rocking chair and a fireplace

Stay Here Next

There’s a New Luxury Lodge Near Yosemite National Park—Here’s What It’s Like

Just outside the northwest gate to Yosemite National Park, a stylish new lodge invites guests to admire the serene beauty of California’s mountain meadows in every season.

August 29, 2024 11:35 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

Museums + Galleries

Smithsonian Magazine’s Free Museum Day Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears

The 2020 event was supposed to take place on April 4, but was canceled as a public health precaution.

March 12, 2020 05:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A rugged coastline with rolling waves and grass-covered hills

National Parks

Women’s History Is About to Get a Bigger Spotlight in America’s National Park System

A new executive order is designed to strengthen the NPS’s recognition of women’s history landmarks.

April 10, 2024 03:32 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Johnson Lake, an alpine lake in the Snake Range, located inside Great Basin National Park in Nevada.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

U.S. National Parks Are at Risk Amid Staff Shortages and Budget Cuts. Here Are 6 Ways to Support Them

Budget changes mean that how you support the national parks—either in person or from afar—is more important than ever.

April 18, 2025 07:04 AM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

The 17 Best Things to Do in Colorado

With everything from jagged peaks and rushing rivers to hot springs, geological wonders, and a dark sky park, Colorado promises endless adventure.

February 26, 2024 12:31 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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