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The Classic NYC Story of Mozzarella Maker Giuseppe “Joe Mozz” Badalamenti

This Staten Island chef traces his journey to New York—from arriving by boat from Sicily to rooftop restaurants, dinner cruises on the Hudson, and more emblematic sights and sounds.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Danielle Bernabe

Visitors stand at the top of a mountain overlooking stunning fjords, islands, and a quaint village in the Lofoten archipelago. Couple hiking the Reinebringen mountain Lofoten Norway

Hiking + Cycling

21 Beautiful Hikes Around the World You Should Do in Your Lifetime

Some of these hikes are well known, some underrated. All are Afar tested and approved, bringing you closer to the Earth.

May 19, 2026 05:23 PM

Hotels

11 Great Hotels in the Cayman Islands

From lively luxury to secluded romance and even laid-back bohemian vibes, these Cayman Island hotels offer something for everyone.

September 22, 2022 11:57 AM

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Mariette Williams

Outdoor Adventure

Lake Life: Experience the Great Outdoors on Georgia’s Pristine Shorelines

Go off the beaten path in the Peach State to reap the scientifically proven benefits of “blue spaces,” Southern style.

Sponsored by Explore Georgia

Hiking + Cycling

The Best Hiking Boots and Shoes for Women

Whether you’re setting out for 1 mile or 10, these adventure-ready shoes and boots will keep your feet happy.

June 25, 2020 02:35 PM

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Jessie Beck

Trains

A New European Night Train Launches Service This May

The route will begin with Brussels–Amsterdam–Berlin service and will extend to Dresden and Prague in 2024.

March 28, 2023 12:08 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Tales

Our New Podcast Is the Perfect Way to Travel Right Now

At a time when most Americans are staying close to home, our new podcast brings the magic of travel to you.

July 16, 2020 02:57 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Where to Travel Next

Where to Go in 2026: Places That Are on the Rise and Off the Beaten Path

Our 2026 picks champion a better way to travel the world: responsibly, creatively, and with eyes on places long overlooked.

December 4, 2025 07:16 AM

The lionfish may be invasive and destructive, but it's also delicious.

Food + Drink

There’s a Surprisingly Delicious Way to Protect the Cayman Islands Ecosystem

How one invasive yet tasty sea creature inadvertently changed Caymanian cuisine forever.

September 21, 2022 12:26 PM

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India-Jayne Trainor

Could This Presidio Project Be SF’s High Line?

Turns out, highways and defunct railways make perfect places for city parks.

November 7, 2019 05:47 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Air Travel News

United Radically Revises Pet Policies

The banning of 25 dog and cat breeds headlines the airline’s new PetSafe rules, set to take effect on June 18.

May 3, 2018 02:06 PM

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Chelsea Bengier

Open window shades help flight attendants, and passengers, spot any unusual occurrences during the most critical phases of the flight.

Air Travel News

The Real Reason Airlines Want You to Raise the Window Shade Before Takeoff and Landing

There’s no universal rule about window shades on flights, but there is a clear safety reason behind why crews often ask passengers to keep them open during takeoff and landing.

April 9, 2026 12:18 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Heather and bog myrtle grow in abundance in the Scottish Highlands.

Longreads

Walking, Biking, and Swimming Through Scotland’s Highlands on a Self-Powered Trip

No cars allowed? One writer sets out to tackle some of the United Kingdom’s most epic landscapes—while leaving as little of a trace as possible.

October 30, 2023 12:45 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Cities We Love

The Essential Tours to Book While You’re in Dubai

These tours in Dubai—which range from lavish desert feasts to vertiginous helicopter tours—are perfect for first-timers.

December 3, 2021 12:57 PM

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Natasha Amar

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