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We Drove The Extraterrestrial Highway—Here’s What We Found [VIDEO]

UFOs? Aliens? Watch to find out.

December 28, 2023 07:12 PM

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Tiana Attride

Shot of of building in Gion/downtown area of Kyoto

Destination Spotlight

8 Must-Stop Places on a Trip Around Japan

Visit both well-loved and lesser-known places on your next Japan trip.

June 2, 2023 05:19 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

National Landing presents Pride Happy Hour at Freddie’s Beach Bar on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Arlington. (Asico Photo)

LGBTQ Travel

Why You Should Visit This Queer Military Bar Created During a Time of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’

Broadcast as “straight-friendly,” Freddie’s Beach Bar has long provided safe refuge in the D.C. area.

June 12, 2026 09:56 AM

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Katie Chang

Outdoor Adventure

Welcome to Ketchikan, Alaska’s Most Accessible Remote Destination

An abundance of native culture, jaw-dropping wild beauty, and proximity to the lower 48 give this charming small town its outsize appeal.

Sponsored by Ketchikan Visitors Bureau

Travel for Good

This Colombian Tour Company Wants You to See the Medellín Beyond “Narcos”

On its Medellín community tours, Impulse Travel wants to showcase the city’s vibrant, uplifting culture.

January 24, 2022 01:22 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

U.S. Beaches

The Best Beaches in North Carolina

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly spot to lay down your towel or an empty sand dune-fringed stretch for long walks, we’ve got you covered.

May 28, 2022 11:58 AM

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Staff

Museums + Galleries

Off-Menu Las Vegas: Unexpected Things to Do

Beyond the Neon Capital of the World’s casinos and nightlife lies a lesser-known side of Las Vegas, full of hidden restaurants, fascinating museums, outdoor adventures, and other secrets.

Sponsored by The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Where to Travel Next

Some of L.A.’s Best Shopping Is 10 Miles North

From vintage and thrift shops to independent boutiques, support small businesses when you shop off the beaten path in Pasadena. Plus, where to eat.

A CDC advisory covering dozens of countries is a good reminder for travelers to check their vaccination status.

March 12, 2026 12:54 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

Palm Springs, California - March 2018: Residential Desert Architecture

Off The Tourist Trail

Escape Crowds in Palm Springs With This Tucked-Away Bar, Oasis Hike, and Joshua Tree-Adjacent Adventures

These expert-found activities will show you the kitschy, authentic side of Palm Springs.

January 9, 2026 02:51 PM

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Joey Skladany

A curved and elevated stretch of the Banks-Vernonia State Trail in Oregon, an abandoned railroad bed traversing foggy fields and forests.

Outdoor Adventure

33.5 Miles Were Just Added to The Country’s National Trails System

Four new recreational trails in four states have joined the nationwide network, which includes recreational, scenic, and historic paths.

June 5, 2024 01:14 PM

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Bailey Berg

Longreads

Greetings from Saudi Arabia

In search of cultural understanding, one wobbly step forward at a time.

April 11, 2023 07:37 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

giant rock gathered at the edge of a turquoise sea create the Baths in Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands

Beaches

5 Ways to Explore the British Virgin Islands Off the Beaten Path

Hike, sail, and snorkel your way through the BVI’s wild side.

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