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Shamrock, Texas, United States - May 16, 2018: Tower Service Station and U-Drop Inn Cafe were staples along historic Route 66 and are now preparing to celebrate the Mother Road's 100-year anniversary.

7 Charming Small Towns Worth a Stop on a Route 66 Road Trip

For those willing to slow down and experience a taste of America that largely goes unseen, these small towns are well worth the detour.

July 31, 2025 09:17 AM

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Matt Kirouac

A hotel lobby with boldly patterned wallpaper, potted trees, mirrors and artwork on the walls, and a patterned area rug

Hotels We Love

These Are the 15 Best Hotel Getaways in New England

New England is brimming with historic grande dames, design-minded boutique hotels, wellness retreats, and glamping getaways.

May 29, 2024 01:29 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Air Travel News

United Unveils New Polaris Business Seat Upgrades

The enhancements to the airline’s international business-class product are focused on improved sleep and skincare.

October 3, 2023 05:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

View or Lucerne's Old Town on the river bank.

Destination Spotlight

Where Locals Go in Switzerland in Winter

Fondue nights, snowy hikes, and alpine views locals love.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism

Epic Trips

Gone “Dune Bashing” in the Qatari Desert

Behind the scenes of a four-wheel-drive desert safari in Qatar.

February 14, 2023 03:13 PM

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Tanveer Badal

People paddling down a river in a rainforest.

Epic Trips

10 Epic Eco-Friendly Trips, from Tracking Snow Leopards in India to Seeing the Greenland Ice Sheet

Answer the call to adventure on one of these conscientious tours.

July 14, 2025 10:27 AM

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Kelsey Lindsey

History + Culture

5 Black History Landmarks in the U.S. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

There’s plenty of Black history in the buildings and streets around you—if you know where to look.

June 17, 2024 04:28 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

Witness Rocket Launches and Protected Wildlife on Florida’s East Coast

The skies above Florida’s Space Coast are busy, but there’s a lot happening on Earth here, too.

January 28, 2022 04:16 PM

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Terry Ward

Packing the No Reception Club Duffel bag with interior built-in dividers

Packing Tips + Gear

Trust Me, You Need This Family-Friendly Duffel Bag—Even if You Don’t Have Kids

The innovations that make this bag great for traveling with littles are just as beneficial to those traveling without younger companions.

June 12, 2024 06:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Beautiful sunset over Bologna, Italy cityscape

Visas + Passports

The Secret Hack for Staying in a Country Longer

This visa helps you live—and talk—like a local.

June 27, 2025 11:55 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees

Stay Here Next

Sauna Rituals, Lake Plunges, and Cabins From $175—All a 3-Hour Drive From NYC

Recover the Scandinavian way at Prospect in the Berkshires, through nature, clean air, and multiple sauna sessions.

June 27, 2025 11:23 AM

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Danielle Hallock

Devils Lake State Park, Devils Lake, hiking, walking, Devils Doorway, East Bluff Trail, couple, smiling

Where to Travel Next

This Midwestern Road Trip Takes in Scenic Small Towns and Landscapes That Inspired Frank Lloyd Wright

Organic farming, architecture, and culture flourish in the Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin.

June 26, 2025 02:43 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Art + Culture

Traveling With a TV Star: My Bare Feet Tour of Ireland

On the (literal) heels of Emmy-winning TV host and professional dancer Mickela Mallozzi, one writer takes a spin around the Emerald Isle.

October 28, 2022 11:01 AM

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Hillary Richard

An overhead shot of a bull running through the streets surrounded by people, many dressed in white

Festivals + Events

How to Prepare for the Running of the Bulls at Pamplona’s Festival of San Fermín

Follow these 12 tips to make the most of this annual festival in Spain.

June 5, 2024 02:00 PM

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Lisa Abend

Several small groups of tourists standing around in front of Rome's Trevi Fountain, a partial view of which is blurred into the background

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