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Two people in nature with the night sky above the Warner Valley Overlook in Oregon

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Komodo Island Cancels Plans for Tourist Ban

Instead, Indonesia’s government will impose a limit on the number of visitors to Komodo National Park in order to help protect the large native lizard species.

October 2, 2019 02:23 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

International Beaches

Cyprus Has the Cleanest Swimming Water in Europe

The European Environment Agency ranked Cyprus ahead of Austria, Greece, and Malta in its review of 2020 swimming spots.

June 4, 2021 01:05 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.

Hotels

15 Magical Tree House Hotels Around the World

Eat, sleep, and live your childhood dream with a bird’s-eye view at one of these tree house hotels.

September 11, 2023 10:07 AM

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Ann Abel

COVID + Travel

With No Tourists to Bully, Bali’s Hungry Monkeys Are Raiding Villages

Indonesian macaques are well-known for their food-aggressive behavior towards humans. But now that the tourists are gone, the problem has only worsened.

September 7, 2021 02:46 PM

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Firdia Lisnawati

Weekend Getaways

This Maritime City Has Canada’s Most Artsy Harbor, Plus Great Lobster Joints and Titanic Lore

The history and lore of Halifax keep the evolving city grounded in its maritime roots.

May 7, 2026 02:49 PM

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Darcy Rhyno

Food + Drink

How to Sample the Unique Multicultural Cuisine of Islands

Some of the world’s most beautiful islands serve up delicious, authentic cuisine that reflects their cultural influences.

Sponsored by Aruba Tourism Authority

Where to Taste San Francisco’s Most Iconic Dish

Restaurants + Cafés

This Iconic San Francisco Dish Has a Fascinating History—Here’s Where to Eat It

Move over, sourdough. This old-school fisherman’s stew is one of the city’s best culinary inventions.

January 31, 2024 02:04 PM

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Serena Renner

Namibia is one of 26 countries on the culture and nature-filled itinerary.

Ocean Cruises

This New Luxury Cruise Will Circle Africa—Visiting 26 Countries in 90 Days

Passengers on this epic Seabourn itinerary will get to visit the Middle East, Africa, and southern Europe.

June 1, 2023 01:48 PM

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Bailey Berg

A view of a sunlit church on the Rhine river with pink flowers in the foreground in Strasbourg, France.

Journeys: Cruise

The Best Times to Cruise Without the Crowds

Emerald Cruises & Tours follows the seasons by sailing Europe’s rivers when blossoms and vineyards are at their peak, and heading south for Caribbean warmth in the winter.

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