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Hiking + Cycling

What It’s Like to Hike to See Iceland’s Erupting Volcano

One way to break out of that pandemic funk: watching lava flow in Iceland right now.

June 8, 2021 04:47 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

The accommodations at Nayara Tented Camp face Costa Rica's Arenal volcano.

Hotels We Love

13 Standout Luxury Resorts in Costa Rica, From Jungle Hideaways to Beach Retreats

From beaches to jungles, these Costa Rica resorts immerse travelers in the country’s most picturesque natural settings.

April 20, 2026 02:27 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Volcano covered by a cloud in the daytime

Beaches

The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica

With so many things to do in Costa Rica, here’s what you need to know about when to visit.

December 14, 2023 11:08 AM

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Erin Van Rheenen

“Huge” Explosion Rocks Caribbean’s St. Vincent as Volcano Keeps Erupting

Approximately 16,000 people have been forced to abandon their homes in ash-filled communities in St. Vincent, part of an island chain that includes the Grenadines.

April 12, 2021 02:15 PM

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Dánica Coto

Epic Trips

This Airbnb Listing Lets You Sleep Below 80 Volcanoes in France

Priced at €1, the one-night stay is available to book starting July 19.

July 8, 2021 09:57 AM

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Caitlin Morton

The active volcano Mt. Etna rises up from behind the scenic waterfront of Catania in eastern Sicily.

Air Travel News

Delta Adds 7 New Europe Routes for 2025—Including a First-Ever Flight to This Sicilian Coastal Town

Already thinking about transatlantic travel possibilities for next year? The airlines are, too. Delta is the latest to roll out its new summer schedule for flights across the pond in 2025.

September 26, 2024 06:27 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Roomiest Airline Seats in the USA

A comfortable seat can make or break a flight. Whether it’s incline or width, this is a guide to which airlines have the roomiest seats.

September 30, 2024 01:37 PM

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Bailey Berg

Natural Wonders

Crowds Flock to Iceland Volcano as Lava Spills

Some are roasting marshmallows on the lava; others are trying to get close to a moment 800 years in the making.

March 25, 2021 11:17 AM

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Associated Press (AP)

Scenery of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, Shari-cho, Midsummer

Outdoor Adventure

In a Lesser-Known Part of Japan, Outdoor Adventure Awaits

Explore bubbling volcanoes, primeval forests, and fantastical wildlife in the far east of Hokkaido.

March 22, 2024 01:25 PM

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Sarika Bansal

American Airlines AAdvantage miles from expiring, you’ll need account activity at least once every 24 months.

Loyalty + Rewards

Do Credit Card Points, Hotel Points, and Frequent Flier Miles Expire?

Every loyalty program has a different policy on the expiration of points and miles, but the best ones have no-expiration policies.

August 17, 2022 07:00 PM

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Paul Rubio

Tips + News

Why This Year Is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii

After a volcanic eruption and floods devastated parts of the state in 2018, Hawaii is back and better (and more affordable) this year. Here are a few specific reasons why you should go now.

February 11, 2019 01:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

An Erupting Volcano on Spain’s La Palma Island Lures Visitors

Curious onlookers flock to see the glowing lava flows and thundering magma on the Canary Islands destination even as residents grapple with the damages.

September 21, 2021 01:43 PM

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Aritz Parra

Ocean Cruises

6 of the Best Hawaii Cruises

The islands of Hawaii are perfectly matched to a cruise-based vacation. These choice cruise lines do the destination best.

April 11, 2019 04:36 PM

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Elissa Garay

Air Travel News

Southwest Sale Includes Hawai‘i and Puerto Rico Flights From $45 Each Way

The flash promotion, which includes both domestic and international routes, ends on May 26—so you’ll need to act swiftly.

May 25, 2022 04:28 PM

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Bailey Berg

Epic Trips

I Rode a Bike Through Rwanda for 5 Days—Here’s Why It Was the Best Way to See the Country

Rwanda’s flourishing cycling culture gives reason to visit beyond the mountain gorillas.

October 11, 2024 09:35 AM

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Erik Trinidad

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