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A view of the pool and surrounding desert mountains at Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort in the Greater Palm Springs, California

Treat Yourself to a Wellness Weekend in This Desert Oasis

From sound baths to hot springs and farm-fresh cuisine, this peaceful region makes it easy to care for your body and soul.

Sponsored by Visit Greater Palm Springs

Williamsburg, VA USA - September 16, 2022: Shields Tavern, a historic eating restaurant, in the tourist town of Colonial Williamsburg

Food + Drink

14 Ye Olde Historic Taverns Across 7 U.S. States Where You Can Toast the Revolution

In an excerpt from her newly released book, “Cocked and Boozy,” American Revolution–expert Brooke Barbier recommends taverns where colonists actually drank—and where you still can too.

June 12, 2026 01:27 PM

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Brooke Barbier

Thebe Magugu in his namesake suite at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel. He sits on the terrace with palm trees in the background.

Hotels

The New and Renovated Cape Town Hotels I’m Telling My Design-Loving Friends About

In South Africa’s “Mother City,” boldly designed openings are bringing color and creativity to the hotel scene.

June 8, 2026 05:42 PM

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Travis Levius

Left: Quidi Vidi, St. John's, NL, Canada; right: Close-up of a woman knitting with red yarn using wooden needles in a warm indoor setting

Outdoor Adventure

Hiking Meets Hygge: Welcome to Adventure Knitting

Explore the ends of the earth—with yarn and needles in hand.

June 2, 2026 01:49 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

History + Culture

This Ancient French City Has More Intact Roman Ruins Than Anywhere Outside Italy

Nîmes is a sultry city of lived-in historical monuments and avant-garde architecture. Here’s a quick guide to exploring the “French Rome.”

April 15, 2026 09:28 AM

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Alexander Lobrano

The beach club at Palazzo Avino has a garden that faces the sea with striped red and white chairs, flowers, and trees.

Hotels

Two Women Hoteliers on The Amalfi Coast Turned This Hotel Into a Design Haven

Sisters Mariella and Attilia Avino, the hoteliers behind Palazzo Avino in Ravello, Italy, share the ways their hotel showcases Italian hospitality and design.

June 20, 2024 02:11 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

A rendering of Bruce Munro's Field of Light, which will be disaplyed in Manhattan, New York

Festivals + Events

A Field of Light Is Coming to Manhattan This December

British-Australian artist Bruce Munro’s solar-powered installation combines art, technology, and nature.

November 2, 2023 01:27 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Lassen Peak perfectly mirrored in Manzanita Lake

National Parks

These Cooler, Less-Crowded National Parks Are Best in Summer

From Alaska to Maine, here’s where to swim, hike, and camp all summer long.

May 21, 2025 03:34 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Boats sailing into and out of the Sydney Harbor with the Sydney Opera House in the background and high-rises along the shore

Air Travel News

Travel Tuesday Is Here—These Are the Best Deals on Flights, Hotels, Cruises, Tours, Luggage, and More

When it comes to travel promotions, the savings don’t end on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Enter: Travel Tuesday.

December 2, 2025 03:54 PM

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Bailey Berg

View of rocks and a pond a the Garden at Adachi Musem of Art

Destination Spotlight

This Quiet Coastal Region is Only 1.5 Hours from Tokyo

The San’in region, comprising the Tottori and Shimane prefectures, is a natural haven for those seeking a side of Japan without the crowds.

Sponsored by Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Cruise

Sail Alaska’s Coastline on a New Luxury Ship

Sail past glaciers, hike rugged trails, and spot whales along Alaska’s stunning Pacific coastline aboard a new ship built for immersive exploration.

Curious onlookers flock to see the glowing lava flows and thundering magma on the Canary Islands destination even as residents grapple with the damages.

September 21, 2021 01:43 PM

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Aritz Parra

A birds-eye view of cars driving along the roads at night in Lübeck, Germany

Art + Architecture

An Architecture Lover’s Dream Tour Through Germany’s UNESCO Sites and Beyond

From rococo and baroque facades in Lübeck to Bauhaus in Weimar and Le Corbusier’s modernist neighborhood outside Stuttgart, Germany has a rich architectural history.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

Ocean Cruises

The Best Cruises for Kids at Every Age

When it comes to kids, cruising isn’t one size fits all. From babies to teens, these age-specific recommendations will help you choose the right cruise for your brood.

June 28, 2019 12:07 PM

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Elissa Garay

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