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How Palau Wants to Reward You for Being a Responsible Traveler

Visitors to the Pacific island nation will be offered unique, exclusive experiences based on how they behave.

May 19, 2022 07:44 PM

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Bailey Berg

A group of old friends who are dining at Buzi, a rechao restaurant in Taiwain.

Spring 2023

Move Over, Night Markets—Why Rechao Restaurants Are the Place to Be in Taiwan

Across Taiwan, rechao restaurants offer diners noisy, communal, no-frills, and positively joyful eating experiences.

May 2, 2023 04:19 PM

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Clarissa Wei

Lifeguard Tower at Bolsa Chica State Beach Huntington Beach California

Epic Trips

Why Huntington Beach Is Perfect for a Long Weekend

With picture-perfect waves, scenic coastal trails, and a thriving craft brewery scene, Huntington Beach deserves a closer look.

Sponsored by Visit Huntington Beach

COVID + Travel

New Zealand Plans to Start Reopening Borders Early Next Year

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the borders won’t reopen until the nation’s vaccine rollout is complete.

August 12, 2021 01:26 PM

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Nick Perry

Tips + News

Germany Cancels Oktoberfest for the Second Year in a Row

Bavarian officials called off the festival once again due to coronavirus concerns.

May 3, 2021 12:34 PM

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David Rising

The Best Campsites Near Major U.S. Cities

Camping

The Best Campsites Within an Hour’s Drive of Major U.S. Cities

From New York to San Francisco, these urban-adjacent spots will get you out of the city and into nature fast.

April 5, 2024 08:21 AM

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Shawnté Salabert

What to Know About Traveling in the Caribbean’s Hurricane Season

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Caribbean Hurricane Season Is Here—and This Year Is Likely to Be Different

Here’s everything you need to know to have a great Caribbean vacation during hurricane season, and why this year may not be as rough.

May 22, 2026 08:54 AM

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Ann Abel

Bran Castle in Romania's Transylvania region

Here’s what it means for travelers.

January 10, 2025 05:30 PM

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Bailey Berg

The seaside Les Bassans has a pitched roof and is surrounded by green landscaping, with views of the sea.

Stay Here Next

For a Cooler Summer Escape in France, Head to This Gorgeous New Hotel on the Country’s Western Coast

At Les Bassans in Brittany, travelers will find cool sea air, Nordic-inspired spa rituals, and unfussy hospitality from the French-owned Fontenille Collection.

July 22, 2025 11:52 AM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Exterior of Guggenheim museum in Bilbao, with spider statue out front, next to river

Hotels

Floating Palaces, Olympic Ski Runs, and Crystalline Lagoons—James Bond Filming Locations You Can Visit

Travel like James Bond in these six beautiful destinations, from the beaches of Jamaica to the mountains of Austria.

July 29, 2025 03:25 PM

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Sophie Friedman

COVID + Travel

Europe to Open to Fully Vaccinated Travelers

European Union leaders have agreed to allow fully vaccinated travelers to enter the 27-nation bloc—a move that will end the more than year-long, pandemic-era travel ban.

May 19, 2021 01:00 PM

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Michelle Baran

Safari

How to Really Adventure in Kenya—With Astounding Wildlife and Culture

Search for the Big Five and immerse yourself in incredible cultural experiences on these three unforgettable trips, tailormade for style, romance, and outdoor adventures.

Sponsored by The Kenya Tourism Board

Destination Spotlight

The 10 Best Things to Do in Asheville

This North Carolina city stands out with its singular culture—celebrating craft beer and culinary upstarts, artists and free spirits—and a rich history.

April 1, 2021 02:18 PM

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Lindsay Tigar

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

See the British Virgin Islands from a different perspective aboard a Moorings yacht.

Outdoor Adventure

Enjoy the Ultimate 7-Day Vacation in the British Virgin Islands Aboard a Private Yacht

Forget a weekend break, you’ll want to spend a full week snorkeling turquoise waters and strolling along white-sand beaches when you book your own yacht in this Caribbean paradise.

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