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8 Reasons to Go to East Africa Now

A new nonstop flight between NYC and Nairobi means the wonders of East Africa are within reach as never before.

November 16, 2018 03:37 PM

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Lottie Gross

Longreads

Honky-Tonk Tokyo

Underground in the world’s largest city, a fever for all things country lives on through line dancing, big hats, and even bigger personalities.

July 7, 2020 11:29 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Festivals + Events

5 Soccer-Crazy World Cup Destinations That Aren’t Russia

Set your airfare alerts for the biggest party in sports. These destinations aren’t the host nation, but they’re still worth the trip.

April 24, 2018 04:17 PM

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Sam Laird

People

A French Twist: Robert and Nadège Pellegatta, Hotel Owners

January 26, 2017 02:18 PM

Where to Travel Next

Why Now Is the Right Time to Visit Qatar

New contemporary art venues, affordably luxurious hotels, and a visa waiver are just a few of the reasons to move Qatar to the top of your must-visit list.

Sponsored by Visit Qatar

How to Have the Most Relaxing Day in Mexico City

Cities We Love

How to Spend an Afternoon in Mexico City’s Roma Neighborhood

Where to dial back the hustle and bustle of Mexico’s capital

February 18, 2016 07:22 PM

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Sarah Baird

Travel Tales

She Came, She Saw, She Told Jokes: A Comic’s Last-Minute Trip to Kansas City

New York comedian Negin Farsad headed into the heartland of her country, and fell head over heels for a two-state city in the middle of America.

January 28, 2019 02:02 PM

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Negin Farsad

Off The Tourist Trail

Why You Should Book Your Next Trip in the Off Season

Book outside peak periods to experience a more relaxed and intimate kind of travel.

September 13, 2019 06:48 PM

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Tim Chester

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

Food + Drink

The Best Bakery in America Is in . . . Knoxville, Tennessee?

It is. And it’s road-trip-worthy.

January 4, 2017 07:51 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Festivals + Events

Your Go-To Guide to Modernism Week in Palm Springs

Here’s everything you need to know to plan a perfect itinerary for this year’s celebration of midcentury modern design, taking place February 14 through February 24, 2019.

January 29, 2019 09:32 PM

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Carole Dixon

Hiking + Cycling

How to Explore America’s Most Underrated Biking City

With races, rides, and plenty of paths to pedal, there’s always something bike-related going on in Indianapolis.

March 21, 2018 02:08 PM

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Robert Annis

History + Culture

How These U.S. Neighborhoods Got Their Odd Names

If names like Cabbagetown, Goose Hollow, and Normal Heights sound bizarre, just wait until you read about how they got those monikers in the first place.

March 19, 2018 08:25 PM

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Maya Kroth

Outdoor Adventure

These Fearless Women Ran 55 Miles Through Lion Territory in Africa

The first annual Serengeti Girls Run is the ultimate Girl Power experience: The all-women event raised funds for women living on the edges of the wildlife-filled Serengeti.

November 30, 2018 05:23 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

In northwest Kyoto, Shunkoin offers everything from Zen meditiation classes to Wi-Fi.

Solo Travel

For Travelers Seeking Solitude, Spend The Night in One of These Japanese Temples

Peaceful accommodations for spiritual wanderers.

May 23, 2018 07:58 PM

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Lara Dalinsky

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