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The 10 Best State Parks in Texas You Need to Visit

Desert mountains, sandy beaches, clear blue rivers, and deep canyons. The Lone Star State has it all—and you can find it in a state park.

March 31, 2022 04:57 PM

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Mae Hamilton

View of Kauai's Na Pali Coast as seen from the Kalalau Trail.

Hotels

10 Airbnb Stays Near Spectacular Hiking Trails

Lace up your hiking boots: These vacation rentals are perfectly situated for adventurers who love to explore on foot.

March 5, 2024 02:49 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

The pleasure of yakitori is experiencing the different textures: crunchy cartilage, chewy chicken skin, rich gizzards, and more.

Food + Drink

8 Essential Japanese Street Foods to Try

Navigate the delicious world of Japanese street food with this list of essential snacks, meals, and more—along with where in Japan to try them.

September 6, 2022 10:14 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Paris This Winter

Lots of shiny new Michelin stars, a new museum dedicated to the French Resistance, and a much-anticipated hotel opening mean that off-season sparkles in Paris.

November 14, 2019 01:05 PM

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Ann Shields

A hot tub with reflective water with snow-dusted mountains in the background

Natural Wonders

10 Healing Hot Springs Across the United States

Soak up America’s geothermal wonders in these rugged springs, historic bathhouses, and relaxing wellness retreats.

February 21, 2024 02:53 PM

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Liz Weslander

Bars + Nightlife

A Dolly Parton–Inspired Rooftop Bar Just Opened in Nashville

The new Graduate Hotel Nashville has dedicated its rooftop bar and pool lounge, White Limozeen, to the country music icon.

August 4, 2020 10:57 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Loin of Highland Venison, Faggot & Parsnip from Mount St. Restaurant on a plate.

Food + Drink

8 Can’t-Miss Restaurants in London Right Now

London’s dining scene is having a golden moment.

May 3, 2023 11:19 PM

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Dan Koday

The Teton mountains rising in the background of a field filled with brown horses and a forest of trees behind them

Family Travel

6 Underrated Spring Break Destinations for Families, According to a Well-Traveled Mom of 4

Whether you’re looking for an urban or a nature-filled escape, these spring break travel destinations offer a less-crowded alternative to more popular family getaways.

February 19, 2025 03:30 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Books

The California Road Trip All Book Lovers Should Take

Explore some of the places that shaped America’s most memorable writers on this Golden State pilgrimage.

February 28, 2020 01:12 PM

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Shoshi Parks

Travel for Good

How to Enjoy Switzerland’s Beauty—and Help Keep It That Way

As our horizons broaden postpandemic, many of us are looking for low-impact ways to travel. Switzerland is uniquely set up for a sustainable trip.

March 16, 2022 05:37 PM

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Jonny Bierman

Where to Travel Next

Why Now is the Time to Plan a Trip of a Lifetime to Scotland

From the newest distilleries to eco-fabulous hotels, Scotland’s luxurious, sustainably minded lifestyle makes a dream vacation here even more dreamy.

April 20, 2021 06:03 PM

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Where to Travel Next

10 Best Places To Go in England—And Where to Stay

Stone circles, buzzing cities, and the castle from Bridgerton all feature in our list of favorite spots.

April 26, 2023 02:39 PM

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Lottie Gross

A spread of dishes from Kau Ba Kitchen Houston

Food + Drink

10 Houston Restaurants Where You Can Taste the Flavors of America’s Most Diverse City

Move over, Los Angeles and New York. Houston might be the most impressive dining destination in the United States.

January 30, 2024 03:15 PM

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Mae Hamilton

A suite with a view of the ocean at the Fairmont Kea Lani.

Hotels We Love

The 10 Best Hawaiʻi Resorts

Beach enclaves, wellness getaways, green retreats: These are the 10 best resorts in the Hawaiian Islands.

January 30, 2024 01:12 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Weekend Getaways

10 Cozy Hotels for a Romantic Getaway

For a dreamy weekend away, snuggle up at one of these sweet retreats with fireplaces, hot tubs, and more.

June 10, 2020 09:21 AM

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Erika Hueneke

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