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I’m Team Soft Luggage, But This Hardshell Carry-On May Convert Me

I have been against hardshell suitcases for years. But the LOJEL Cubo Small has a feature that is making me change my mind.

July 29, 2024 01:33 PM

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Billie Cohen

A nomadic Raute man carving a bowl while another man watches.

Art + Culture

A Quest to Find the Raute, the Last Nomads of Nepal

A writer sets out on a journey to find Nepal’s elusive Raute nomads—and to buy a wooden bowl from them.

November 1, 2022 01:54 PM

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Eileen McDougall

Standup paddleboarding is one of many beach activities to enjoy in Corpus Christi.

Where to Travel Next

5 Ways Corpus Christi Takes Your Beach Vacation to the Next Level

From off-roading in a jeep and windsurfing to fishing in a floating cabin and beach picnics in style, this Gulf Coast destination’s seaside delights will exceed your expectations.

Sponsored by Visit Mexico

Art + Culture

Fear and (Not So Much) Loathing in Colorado

A dungeon, a tavern, and gunshot art: My gonzo pilgrimage to Hunter S. Thompson’s Colorado.

February 18, 2022 02:43 PM

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Nick Hilden

Cities We Love

Three Remarkable Days in Cologne

Home to Cologne Cathedral, and filled with Romanesque churches, pedestrian-friendly streets, and world-class museums, one of Germany’s oldest cities also happens to be its liveliest.

Sponsored by the German National Tourist Board

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Check Your Passport Status—and What to Do if It’s Taking Too Long

U.S. passports are normally processed in four to six weeks, but if the waiting seems endless, here’s how you can check your passport application or renewal status.

September 23, 2025 01:30 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Time Travel Through Old New Orleans During Its Spectacular Tricentennial Celebration

Festivals + Events

A History Lover’s Guide to New Orleans

Celebrate 300 years of Big Easy history with a little bit of voodoo, a few meals in classic establishments, and a whole lot of jazz.

July 9, 2024 09:40 AM

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Julia Eskins

A black marble covered sprawling bathroom with double vanity and large window in the Regent Suite on the Seven Seas Splendor

Cruise News

The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Runs Up to Nearly $1 Million Per Person And Will Sail to 40 Countries

Ultraluxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a record-breaking 140-day world cruise that will visit 71 ports in 40 countries on 6 continents.

April 11, 2024 06:34 PM

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Jeri Clausing

A view of the pool and surrounding desert mountains at Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort in the Greater Palm Springs, California

Health + Wellness

Treat Yourself to a Wellness Weekend in This Desert Oasis

From sound baths to hot springs and farm-fresh cuisine, this peaceful region makes it easy to care for your body and soul.

Sponsored by Visit Greater Palm Springs

A night sky lit up by stars and the milky away above a desert landscape with red mountains

Astrotourism

16 Stunning Places to Go Stargazing in 2025

Enjoy a celestial show every night in these ultra-dark locations around the globe.

December 27, 2024 04:42 AM

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Nile Cappello

AFAR Advisor

These Under-the-Radar German Cities Will Please Your Most Discerning Clients

Discover 17 hidden gems in “the country of poets and thinkers” that combine luxury, history, wellness, wine, and more passion-led activities for some quality time away.

Sponsored by German National Tourist Board

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne recently reopened after a $100 million renovation.

Stay Here Next

Is A Luxurious, Florida Family Vacation Actually Possible? At This Newly Updated Ritz-Carlton, Yes.

Following a $100 million renovation, the beachfront Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne delivers family-friendly pools and restaurants, wellness programs, and anticipatory service.

March 24, 2026 03:03 PM

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Matt Meltzer

Thebe Magugu in his namesake suite at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel. He sits on the terrace with palm trees in the background.

Hotels

The New and Renovated Cape Town Hotels I’m Telling My Design-Loving Friends About

In South Africa’s “Mother City,” boldly designed openings are bringing color and creativity to the hotel scene.

June 8, 2026 05:42 PM

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Travis Levius

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