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In Hiroshima, Japan, a Teenager Finds an Unexpected Home

A trip to Japan’s most misunderstood city teaches a young traveler what it means to belong.

July 31, 2020 02:15 PM

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Daisy Okazaki

Cities We Love

The Peninsula Beijing Unveils an Exclusive Cultural Program

Here are Peninsula Beijing’s new cultural programs that travelers can experience.

Sponsored by The Peninsula Hotels

Where to Travel Next

18 Places to Go in 2018

Wondering where to travel in 2018? We’ve got you covered.

December 7, 2017 02:24 PM

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Staff

Get the Inside Scoop on Cape Town’s New Zeitz MOCAA

Art + Architecture

There’s a New Art Museum Opening in Cape Town, South Africa

Zeitz MoCAA Pavilion is slated to open in 2017.

August 24, 2015 06:58 PM

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Lisa Trottier

Travel for Good

8 Ways to Give Back on Black Friday

Why we are skipping Black Friday and donating to help the Syrian refugee crisis instead

November 30, 2015 04:07 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Festivals + Events

Why Copenhagen Is the Christmas Capital of the World

In a world where Christmas feels more and more similar around the world, festivities in Copenhagen remain traditional, charming, and unique.

December 14, 2015 06:10 PM

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Andrew Evans

Beaches

The Isles of Scilly Are Britain’s Most Beautiful Hidden Secret

Possibly the most laid-back place in the country, this beautiful archipelago offers island hopping and coastal walking just off the coast of Cornwall—an excellent British break for fall.

August 16, 2018 06:25 PM

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Lottie Gross

UNESCO World Heritage

The Best Way to Adjust to Expat Life in Asia Is This Obscure Irish Sport

Move over, Guinness—Ireland’s most popular export to Asia is a little-known sport called Gaelic football.

March 6, 2018 05:26 PM

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Edna Zhou

Art + Culture

13 U.S. Music Halls That Raise the Bar

From Knoxville’s Tennessee Theatre to Pasadena’s Ambassador Auditorium, these concert venues hit just the right note.

February 13, 2019 01:45 PM

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Brooke Vaughan

Family Travel

The Strangeness and Delight of Taking Your Parents on Vacation

A Disney vacation, no less

February 28, 2017 05:28 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Where to Travel Next

Experience Palmetto Bluff’s Southern Wonderland

Paddle three rivers, tee up at a signature golf course, and hop on the saddle for a trail ride through the forest at the enchanting Palmetto Bluff resort.

July 6, 2017 04:36 PM

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Palmetto Bluff

Tips + News

What Life Looks Like in Locked-Down Countries

Across the globe, countries are closing borders and asking citizens to stay home in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak. Here’s what people are doing to cope.

April 24, 2020 02:00 PM

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Terry Ward

Winter Sports

Inside Chile’s Old School Ski Portillo, the Ultimate Summer Ski Resort

Find world-class skiing and old-world glamour at the Southern Hemisphere’s most iconic ski destination.

July 10, 2017 02:08 PM

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Frederick Reimers

History + Culture

To Uncover the Heart of Beirut, Take a Walk With This Local

After a four-year hiatus, Ronnie Chatah’s popular walking tours are once again helping locals and visitors dive deeper into the Lebanese capital.

April 26, 2018 04:56 PM

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Alexandra Talty

In the Magazine

Resident: Shanghai Served Neat

A cocktail pioneer shows us a French Concession of tall trees, quiet streets, and classic drinks.

December 3, 2014 07:25 PM

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Jen Murphy

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