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American Airlines Just Added New Flights to These Dreamy Beach Destinations

The carrier will offer five new routes to Cancun and Punta Cana, as well as more flights to Hawaii and South America.

April 7, 2025 06:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

A birds-eye view of rafts on a river in the Kennebec Valley in Maine

Outdoor Adventure

From Lobster Rolls to Scenic Trails, Maine’s Seasonal Adventures Await

Get ready for guided kayaking on historic lakes, snowy bike rides, and amazing coastal cuisine.

Sponsored by the Maine Office of Tourism

Art + Culture

The Remote Arctic City That’s Suddenly in the Spotlight, Thanks to Netflix

A visit to Iqaluit, Canada’s northernmost city, reveals a lot about life in the Arctic.

April 25, 2025 10:54 AM

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Kate Nelson

Hotels

Where to Go in Hawaii Right Now

From the Big Island to Kauai, here’s where to stay and what to do, according to experts.

October 15, 2020 01:45 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

National Parks

See America One State Park at a Time

No, not national parks. We’re touring 50 great state parks, from sea to shining sea.

September 15, 2020 09:18 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Trains

France Unveils Next Generation of Greener High-Speed Trains

The new TGV M will use one-fifth less electricity than the current model, while maintaining its top speed of 199 miles per hour.

September 17, 2021 03:58 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Greenville, South Carolina

This South Carolina city is growing in all the right ways, while staying true to itself. Come to enjoy fast cars, slow bike rides, and inspired eats.

July 21, 2021 02:26 PM

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Stratton Lawrence

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Hotels We Love

From French Polynesia to Paris, These 11 Hotels Around the World Are Getting Accessibility Right

The hotels on this list are as thoughtful about accessibility as they are about design, going beyond compliance to make travel more comfortable and intuitive for disabled guests.

April 3, 2026 02:01 PM

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Kelly Dawson

Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate in Charlottesville, Virginia

A University of Virginia alum revisits Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello to find much has changed.

January 30, 2023 05:09 PM

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Taryn White

Capella Ubud's main pool, seen from above.

Hotels

The 13 Coolest Hotel Pools in the World

These hotel pools around the globe are worth building a trip around.

June 13, 2024 08:00 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

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Road Trips

Driving Across Norway, the Most Electric Car–Friendly Country in the World

Be sure to factor in charging stops—but also random stops—to take in all of Norway’s natural beauty.

July 12, 2023 01:08 PM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

Hotels

4 New Luxurious—and Truly Sustainable—Ecoresorts

Re-enter the travel universe and feel good about it.

April 22, 2021 01:14 PM

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Sarah Gold

Amanemu's onsen with steam rising off the water

Hotels We Love

The Best Hot Springs Hotels Around the World for a Soothing Soak

Across Japan, Iceland, Italy, and beyond, these hotels offer mineral-rich waters, noteworthy design, and immersive landscapes.

May 5, 2026 09:23 AM

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Bailey Berg

A field of purple hydrangeas in front of a green misty mountain with a small mountain chalet and evergreen trees

Where to Travel Next

Shhh! These Are Some of the Quietest Places on Earth

Quiet Parks International has selected parks, trails, and wilderness where you can escape noise pollution and finally find that ultimate luxury: some good old-fashioned silence.

July 11, 2024 09:56 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

An Insider’s Guide to Little Tokyo, Los Angeles

History + Culture

This L.A. Neighborhood Transports You to Japan—No Flight Required

There are only only three Japantowns left in the U.S. Head to Los Angeles and you’ll find one of them.

May 1, 2025 02:52 PM

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Mae Hamilton

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