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History + Culture

The History Lover’s Guide to Curaçao

Leave the beaches behind for sites that speak to this Caribbean island’s complex history.

July 14, 2021 05:32 PM

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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

Woman dining in a small Izakaya restaurant

Solo Travel

Why Dining Out Is So Much Better When You Travel Solo

Traveling alone doesn’t have to mean room service and reruns: Here are some tips for getting social and embracing the solo dining experience.

August 7, 2024 03:37 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A park-lined waterfront in Panama City with a large collection of skyscrapers in the background

A survey of more than 10,000 expats ranks the best places in the world to take up residence.

September 2, 2025 12:58 PM

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Michelle Baran

People

Hawaii’s New Remote Work Program Includes Free Flights

Those who are selected must stay for at least one month (brutal, we know) and volunteer with a nonprofit for a few hours each week.

December 18, 2020 04:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Canada airplane coming in for a landing with a body of water below during sunset

Air Travel News

Air Canada Flight Attendants Strike Ends, But Service Disruptions Expected to Persist—What to Know

A days-long standoff has finally come to an end, but it will take some time before operations fully return to normal.

August 19, 2025 03:52 PM

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Charmaine Noronha

Most visitors come to Costa Rica for nature. Twenty-five percent of the country is protected, and most natural areas are easily accessible, though some require going off the beaten path. More than 10 conservation areas are within reach of the country’s capital, San José, and each offers a different nature experience. From the last remaining tropical wet forests in the Mesoamerican Pacific, located in Corcovado National Park, to the stalagmite- and stalactite-filled caves of Tempisque Conservation Area, travelers can see a variety of habitats in one trip. As for accommodations, there are plenty of options for roughing it, but Costa Rica also features upscale resorts where you can retreat and recharge after a day outside.

Where to Travel Next

These Are the 5 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad

These places don’t require a high budget for a very high quality of life.

June 16, 2025 02:32 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Restaurants + Cafés

This Beloved New York Hotel Has Opened Its Doors on the West Coast

Location, location, location and food, food, food at the new NoMad Los Angeles

January 22, 2018 08:21 PM

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Sara Button

Hotels We Love

These Are the 25 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC

A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 25 best four-star hotels in New York City.

February 6, 2026 08:13 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Epic Trips

How to Get the Best Parthenon Views in Athens? Go Rock Climbing

The growing sport has new bouldering routes that merge history with modern life.

May 19, 2026 06:18 PM

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Ryleigh Norgrove

The infinity edged pool at Tapasake at One&Only One Za'abeel in Dubai features uninterrupted views of the city's skyline.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 12 Best Hotels in Dubai

Dubai has plenty of hotels to choose from, but these will truly connect you to the emirate and its culture.

September 28, 2024 03:34 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Hotels

The Freehand Hotels Have Been Sold. Here’s Why This Is Awesome for Travelers.

Sydell Group founder Andrew Zobler is moving on from his popular brand of affordable design hotels to make room for some exciting new projects.

October 30, 2019 11:03 AM

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Natalie Beauregard

Travel Tips + Etiquette

6 Ways to Prevent Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness can strike anyone, but travelers have a few ways to reduce the risk—including drinking water, ascending slowly, and getting rescue insurance.

October 22, 2024 08:02 AM

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Sarika Bansal

Tips + News

Why You Should Go to Las Vegas This Winter

Even if you don’t consider yourself a “Vegas person,” these new hotels, restaurants, and shows might convince you to buy a plane ticket.

January 10, 2019 05:36 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

This New Program Lets You Live and Work Remotely in Bermuda—for up to a Year

We can think of worse places to spend our work-from-home days.

July 28, 2020 04:56 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Travel Isn’t Black and White—It’s Better in Color

A new organization is surfacing vibrant stories from BIPOC writers and photographers—and helping traditional travel media shake off its white gaze.

December 18, 2020 06:53 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

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