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Packing Tips + Gear

How to Dress for Winter, According to Nordic Adventurers

Plus, seven of our favorite Nordic and Scandinavian clothing brands to shop for surviving winter in style.

January 26, 2022 05:49 PM

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Terry Ward

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

Where to Travel Next

5 Reasons We Want to Go to Mexico in 2025

New airports and highways will help travelers go deeper into the best of Mexico this year.

November 27, 2024 02:29 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

Hotel building with three stories in the middle of a snowy landscape with the northern lights overhead

Hotels We Love

Plan an Iceland Adventure Around These 10 Dreamy Hotels

The Nordic island nation is home to urban boutique hotels, spa resorts, adventure lodges, and even a bubble dome where you can watch the aurora borealis from your bed.

July 23, 2024 08:48 PM

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Elissa Garay

Natural Wonders

11 Remote Places That Take Crowd-Free Travel to the Extreme

These locales may be difficult to reach, but the views make the effort more than worthwhile.

February 5, 2025 03:05 PM

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Becca Blond

Spectacular cliffs and rocky coast line of Asturias near Llanes in Northern Spain with the hiking trail to Santiago leading through eucalyptus forests and coast line with a hidden beach

Hiking + Cycling

Escape the Crowds on Spain’s Camino de Santiago With These 2 Quieter Cliffside Paths

The Camino del Norte and Primitivo are alternatives to the Camino Frances, offering more mountains, Basque cuisine, and tranquility.

September 10, 2025 11:15 AM

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Hayley Domin

Trains

To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Germany Will Swap Planes for Trains on Domestic Routes

This agreement could cut a sixth of the carbon dioxide emissions currently generated by short-haul flights in Germany.

April 16, 2021 11:43 AM

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Four-bedroom cliff retreats at Six Senses La Sagesse in Grenada sit on a rocky promontory.

Stay Here Next

This Less-Visited Caribbean Island Just Got a New Luxury Resort

The new Six Senses La Sagesse resort offers travelers a sustainable, wellness-focused luxury option on the under-visited Caribbean island of Grenada.

August 16, 2024 04:52 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Hotels

The Best Curaçao Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay

Boasting local art, ecofriendly initiatives, and even a museum dedicated to Curaçao’s complex history, these singular accommodations showcase an unexpected side of the island.

July 7, 2021 12:14 PM

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Laura Feinstein

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Compression Socks You Should Never Travel Without

Yes, you should be wearing compression socks when you travel. These are the most stylish and comfortable pairs.

January 26, 2023 01:07 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Outdoor Adventure

In Louisiana, Celebrating the Beauty of the Swamps

The state’s swamplands have long provided food, protection, and cultural grounding for the surrounding communities—but they are at risk of disappearing.

May 2, 2022 09:09 AM

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Kayla Stewart

Outdoor Adventure

An Insider’s Guide to Fort Myers

This local travel expert shares must-see spots and lesser-known gems throughout the Fort Myers area.

Sponsored by Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Safari

The Best International Trips for Wildlife Lovers

A curated list of ethical (and magical) experiences viewing wild animals around the world.

May 23, 2022 02:41 PM

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Bailey Berg

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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