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Father and son, Xavier and Jeronimo Cervantes, canoe in a lake on the family's Pope Valley ranch.

The In-the-Know Guide to Napa Valley According to Its Stars

We sat down with five local tastemakers from this iconic California destination to discover their favorite restaurants, bars, hiking trails, and other go-to spots. Here are their picks.

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A road surrounded by buildings in Beacon, New York

Hotel News + Openings

French Country Interiors, Monet-Inspired Gardens, a Massive Spa—a New Hudson Valley Retreat Opens Bookings

Reservations open today for stays between June and December 2026.

December 16, 2025 05:10 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Hiking + Cycling

The Great Way to See Canada’s Scenic Beauty That Many Travelers Miss

The best way to explore the country’s wilderness in winter? Fat biking.

March 20, 2025 03:09 PM

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Steve Lyons

The suites at the Shinola Hotel in Detroit feature turntables that guests can use during their stay.

Hotels

Things You Can And Cannot Take From Hotel Rooms

Before you swipe that hotel souvenir, here’s a primer on what you can (and can’t) bring home.

September 9, 2023 10:03 PM

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Nora Zelevansky

(Left) Luxor Egypt, (Middle) Avalon River Cruise in Budapest, (Right) Food market in Provence France, Christian Mackie/Unsplash

River Cruises

How to Pick the Right River Cruise for You—a Sailing for Every Style of Traveler

A travel writer who’s been covering river cruises for years offers her top picks for families, foodies, solo travelers, wellness seekers, history lovers, and more.

February 26, 2025 08:03 AM

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Jeri Clausing

Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel is a shining example of Belle Époque-era architecture.

Stay Here Next

A Grande Dame Hotel Is Reborn in Cannes. Here’s a First Look.

The Carlton, which turned Cannes into a well-heeled summer beach destination, has just emerged from a major restoration.

April 10, 2023 04:21 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Sip Your Way Along Türkiye’s Oldest Wine Route

A relatively unexplored wine route in Türkiye offers a variety of Indigenous grapes that are ready to take center stage.

April 6, 2023 05:43 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Aerial view of the coastal town of Eden, Australia, a green and rocky peninsula jutting out into a deep blue ocean

Cruise

Need a Quick Getaway? Book One of These Amazing 3-Night Cruises

Sometimes, we literally need to sail away for a few days.

July 12, 2024 05:01 PM

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Brittany Chrusciel

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

This Sleepy French Town Is an Essential Pilgrimage for Any True Wine Fan

In search of world-famous wines and secretive drinking societies? Dijon might be Burgundy’s capital, but the sleepy town of Beaune is the true heart of this hallowed wine region.

September 26, 2019 03:08 PM

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Eleanor Aldridge

Winter cityscape of Florence with Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore on the background, as seen from Piazzale Michelangelo. Italy.

Where to Travel Next

The Beauty of Traveling in Tuscany During the Off Season

One Rome-based journalist who has visited the Italian region in every season offers tips for those visiting.

September 26, 2024 08:15 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Wide angle view of the flowing sulfurous water at the hot water field (Yubatake) at Kusatsu Onsen hot spring resort in Gunma, Japan, on a cloudy day.

National Parks

This National Park in Japan Has Hundreds of Hot Spring Pools and the Country’s Most Popular Onsen

Japanese locals have been voting these the top thermal waters since the 1400s.

January 30, 2026 03:17 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

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

Art + Architecture

A Walking Tour in America’s Most Car-Happy City

Los Angeles isn’t what one might call the most walkable city in the U.S.—unless you know where to look.

April 25, 2022 08:15 PM

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Hillary Richard

Outdoor Adventure

Storm Tourism Is Surging—and Vancouver Island Is Leading the Charge

British Columbia’s wild winter weather makes it the epicenter of a growing travel trend.

September 23, 2025 10:10 AM

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Alexandra Marvar

History + Culture

A History Lover’s Guide to Martinique

Venture beyond the beaches to museums, memorials, and even castle ruins to learn more about Martinique’s unique heritage.

March 31, 2022 04:47 PM

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Dana Givens

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