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15 Beautiful, Abandoned Places Around the World

17 Beautiful, Abandoned Places Around the World

From a deserted Bolivian “train cemetery” to an empty, Romanian salt mine, these are some of the world’s most fascinating and unusual tourist attractions.

February 26, 2024 08:37 PM

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Sarah Buder

Couple walking in a market and holding hands in Busan, South Korea

Art + Culture

9 Ways to Avoid Offending Anyone When Traveling in Asia

It’s always a good idea to learn local etiquette before traveling somewhere unfamiliar.

February 20, 2024 12:59 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Nayara Bocas del Toro Panama hotel aerial view of overwater villas, mangrove island and ocean

Hotels We Love

15 Dreamy Overwater Bungalows Around the World—From the Arctic to the Tropics

Sleep over (and under!) lagoons in the Maldives, Belize, Indonesia, and one special spot in Swedish Lapland.

February 14, 2024 10:22 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

A Guide to Traditional Japanese Food: 10 Essential Dishes to Try From Japan

Food + Drink

12 Traditional Dishes to Try on Your Next Trip to Japan

Japan’s world-renowned cuisine is a reflection of its storied history—don’t leave the country without trying these foods.

February 13, 2024 02:03 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

The infinity edged pool at Tapasake at One&Only One Za'abeel in Dubai features uninterrupted views of the city's skyline.

Stay Here Next

Dubai’s Newest Sky-High Resort Is a Cantilevered Architectural Wonder

The splashy new One&Only One Za’abeel stands out in a city of over-the-top properties.

February 13, 2024 01:12 PM

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Nicola Chilton

A lion dance in the streets of Bangkok's Chinatown

Festivals + Events

It’s the Year of the Wood Dragon—How and Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2024

Firecrackers. Feasts. Red envelopes. There’s so much to love about this lively holiday.

February 08, 2024 02:51 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Kata Noi Beach in Mueang Phuket District in Phuket, Thailand with resort villas dotting a hillside that descends into the rocky coastline and sea

The hit HBO series has announced where the next season will be shot—and wherever the show goes, travelers tend to follow.

February 06, 2024 06:58 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Bayou St. John neighborhood in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Where to Travel Next

How to Venture off the Tourist Trail in New Orleans

Wander the French Quarter at daybreak, roam among quieter neighborhoods, and discover the food the locals love.

February 06, 2024 02:54 PM

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Jenny Adams

A group of young women dressed in yukatas in front of a shrine in Kyoto

Visas + Passports

Japan Just Announced a New Digital Nomad Visa—Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’ve been dreaming of relocating to Japan and you make more than $68,300 per year, you might be in luck thanks to a new six-month visa program launching this spring.

February 05, 2024 06:54 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Two Bedroom Villa at Adronis wellness concept

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Destination Spas Around the World

If you’re looking for serenity in 2024, check out these top destination spas.

January 31, 2024 12:53 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Boats along the banks of the Golden Horn in Istanbul with Turkish Flags

Trending News

This Is the World’s Most Visited City

A new report from global market research company Euromonitor International highlights the most visited cities in the world based on international arrivals.

January 31, 2024 10:16 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

The sail-shaped Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, left, is surrounded by the blue waters of the Arabian Gulf. Jumeirah Al Naseem, right, is located right on the beach nearby.

Hotels

These Luxury Dubai Hotels Double as a Wildlife Sanctuary

Dubai’s sail-shaped Burj Al Arab and its sleek sister property, Jumeirah Al Naseem, are home to the Middle East’s first turtle rehabilitation project.

January 28, 2024 08:00 AM

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Nicola Chilton

People

The World’s Coolest Travel Jobs—and How to Get Them

Beyond backpacking, bartending, and busking, these are some of the most popular professions for the exploration-obsessed.

January 25, 2024 11:56 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

A guide dog standing next to the legs of a man in khaki pants, a shirt, and a vest, carrying a cane, on an old-looking street

Travel for Good

8 Trip-Planning Tips for Blind or Visually Impaired Travelers

Travel confidently in 2024 with the aid of tour operators and resources for blind and VI travelers.

January 04, 2024 08:00 AM

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Melinda Fulmer

Beaches

These Beaches Have the Bluest Water in the World

Whether in Australia or the U.S. Virgin Islands, these dramatic beaches offer water so bright blue you gotta wear shades.

January 03, 2024 01:43 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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