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These Efforts in the Maldives Are Making Tourism More Sustainable

A number of new initiatives in the Maldives aim to protect the islands’ biodiverse ecosystem for generations to come.

May 10, 2022 05:35 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Hotels

Best BVI Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay

Known for their friendly service, locally inspired decor, sustainable measures, and more, these 10 properties will get you closer to the real BVI.

June 1, 2021 05:21 PM

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Lori A. May

A 'ring of fire' solar eclipse with the sun still visible behind the moon in a darkened sky with trees down below

If you missed the opportunity to catch the total eclipse over the United States in April, you’ll soon have the chance to catch an exciting “ring of fire” eclipse. Here’s what to know.

August 29, 2024 03:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

The bathtubs at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape face the Balinese jungle.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Luxury Resorts in Bali and the Indonesian Islands

Surf, sand, culture, and craftsmanship—these are the 15 most incredible properties in Bali and the Indonesian archipelago.

January 10, 2024 01:12 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

A white lighthouse and keeper's cottage on the coast in Cape Cod

Hotels

12 Lighthouses You Can Rent on Airbnb for a Coastal Getaway

Live inside a bit of maritime history at these dreamy Airbnb lighthouses.

September 15, 2023 10:55 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Destination Spotlight

10 Things to Do on the Candy-Colored Caribbean Island That Sits Outside the Hurricane Belt

Go beyond the beach with history lessons, hikes, and a swinging bridge.

April 27, 2026 04:56 AM

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Tracy E. Hopkins

Hotels

The Hotel Industry Has Traditionally Been a Man’s World. These 6 Women Leaders Are Shaking It Up.

These women aren’t just breaking barriers. They’re building a more inclusive, dynamic future for hospitality—and your hotel experience will be the better for it.

March 28, 2025 03:30 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Myrtle Beach is known as one of the world’s golf capitals.

Where to Travel Next

Discover This Golf Paradise for Adults, Kids, and Kids at Heart

There are more than a few good reasons to hit the green in Myrtle Beach—from the sheer number of courses set amid Lowcountry landscapes to sustainability, job creation, and much more.

Sponsored by Visit Myrtle Beach

Hiking + Cycling

Discover the “Last Wild Coast of Tahiti” on a Guided Hike

Guided trekking takes travelers up into the islands’ valleys where wild adventures await.

February 3, 2022 06:38 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

Books

Author Brandon Presser on the Pacific’s Most Remote and Infamous Islands

All about the ill-fated voyage of the HMS “Bounty,” how Presser spent six weeks on the Pitcairn Islands, and the finer points of free tropical fruit.

June 7, 2022 11:35 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Although St. Lucia is less than 250 square miles, it has plenty of places to relax.

Beaches

St. Lucia is a Year-Round Vacation Spot—A Local Reveals 4 of Its Best Beaches

Some of the country’s best stretches of sand, according to acclaimed athlete and St. Lucia local Julien Alfred.

December 26, 2024 09:00 AM

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Mariette Williams

This guest room at San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel, features a large bed that faces the Mediterranean Sea, which is on view through French doors.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Sicily

Baroque cities. Archaeological ruins. Sun and sand. Multicultural cuisine. Sicily has it all—and these are its top 10 hotels and resorts.

April 26, 2024 10:01 AM

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Erica Firpo

The Next List

8 Can’t-Miss Places to Visit in New Zealand Right Now

Sculpture gardens, epic hiking trails, and food steeped in Māori history await.

September 19, 2024 02:10 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

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

Gentoo penguins walking toward the camera on a patch of snow with people in expedition gear in the background

Cruise News

Calling All Birders—These Cruises Were Made Just for You

The National Audubon Society and HX (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions) have partnered to launch an exclusive series of bird-watching expedition cruises.

July 15, 2024 06:27 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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