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Summit New Heights—Like the Highest External Walk in the World—on an Urban Climbing Adventure

From Adelaide to Toronto, rooftop experiences are taking travelers to new heights.

June 1, 2026 05:11 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Art + Architecture

A Massive Sculpture of Hands Is Gripping the Attention of Crowds in Venice

“Building Bridges” is a follow-up to Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn’s 2017 “Support” sculpture in Venice.

May 14, 2019 03:10 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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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Outdoor Adventure

The Tallest Mountain in the World May Not Be What You Think

It’s all depends on whether you measure from sea level, sea floor, or even the planet’s center.

July 1, 2024 06:27 PM

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Susan Portnoy

Food + Drink

Utah Is the Wild Frontier of America’s Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Movement

Notes of cherry, espresso, and lavender—artisanal chocolate is taking Utah by storm.

November 11, 2022 02:45 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Cities We Love

5 Reasons Why New Brunswick Will Delight You

Nature and culture meld in amazingly beautiful—and delicious—ways in this eastern Canadian province.

Sponsored by Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism

Outdoor Adventure

Ways to Celebrate Earth’s Wild Places—at Home and Abroad

The natural landscapes we love to visit need our support. In celebration of Earth Day, here are ways to show our gratitude, whether we’re planning our next trip or helping from home.

April 21, 2022 12:15 PM

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Pat Tompkins

This is your chance to see the solar eclipse from the unique vantage point of the ocean.

Ocean Cruises

This 22-Day Solar Eclipse Cruise Will Sail Into the Path of Totality in Mexico

Passengers on the unique sailing aboard Holland America Line’s 2,650-passenger “Koningsdam” will get a chance to see the 2024 solar eclipse off the coast of western Mexico.

July 18, 2023 10:16 AM

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Bailey Berg

What to Do When You Have a Panic Attack on Vacation

Health + Wellness

How to Deal with a Panic Attack While on Vacation

Travel can be rewarding and freeing, but it can also provoke anxiety. Here, experts offer coping and calming strategies to take with you on the road.

May 3, 2024 02:11 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

History + Culture

To See One of Paris’s Top Attractions, Go Underground

In Paris, the streets show off domes, spires, and monuments that attract millions of visitors every year. But beneath this architectural splendor, there’s an entire subterranean world.

March 10, 2022 10:47 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

The sun rising through the clouds over the tall rocky mountains and trees of Glacier Point, Yosemite, California.

Art + Culture

The Essential California Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors

Make your trip to California unforgettable with insider tips on exploring the state’s most iconic cities and landscapes.

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