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Breathtaking scenic aerial view of Doubtful Lake from Sahale Arm on the Cascade Pass Trail in North Cascades National Park.
National Parks
11 Underrated, Crowd-Free U.S. National Parks to Visit in 2026 With No Foreign Visitor Fees
As new entry fees for international travelers take effect at several of the country’s busiest parks, these destinations offer equally striking landscapes without the added costs.
March 23, 2026 02:28 PM
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Emily Pennington
National Parks
An Essential Guide to Jasper National Park—Where Glacial Lakes and Hot Springs Are Calling
March 20, 2026 02:30 PM
National Parks
7 Incredible “Parkitechture” Spots in National Parks Across the U.S.
March 2, 2026 04:41 PM
National Parks
This Remote U.S. National Park Is Home to Bats, Beaches, and Tropical Rainforests
February 27, 2026 03:02 PM

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Skiing, Snowboarding, and Winter Sports
Makkum, The Netherlands-February 2021; View over the frozen water of the IJsselmeer close to Makkum with four recreational ice boats on the ice and endless ice landscape in the back
Winter Sports
What to Do With All This Cold? Race Sailboats Across Frozen Lakes, From New York to Finland
January 27, 2026 12:50 PM
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Francesca Krempa
Alyeska Nordic Spa - Relaxation Pool (L) & Signate Sauna Building (R)
Winter Sports
The Après-Ski Trend That Ditches Alcohol for a Different Kind of Relaxation
January 16, 2026 04:25 PM
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Bailey Berg
A wooden building surrounded by trees covered in snow and Christmas lights, with a mountain in the background.
Winter Sports
These 7 U.S. Ski Towns Have Schnitzel, Spätzle, and Plenty of European Charm
January 16, 2026 03:00 PM
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Anna Fiorentino

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Astrotourism
2XK0J6J July 13, 2024: Day 1 of July 2024 Black Mesa photo trip at Black Mesa State Park in Kenton, OK.
Astrotourism
Black Mesa Is One of the Loneliest, Darkest Corners of America. That’s Exactly Why You Should Go.
March 24, 2026 12:08 PM
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Heide Brandes
A person in a winter coat and boots standing in the snow beneath the northern lights, with two domes in the background
A person in a winter coat and boots standing in the snow beneath the northern lights, with two domes in the background
Hotels We Love
The 19 Best Hotels in the World for Stargazing
March 12, 2026 01:57 PM
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Megan Eaves
Norway
Epic Trips
The World’s Most Magical Places to See the Northern Lights
March 9, 2026 08:42 AM
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Sarah Buder

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Natural Wonders Worth Traveling For
A view of water and a shoreline from out a window of a floating sauna in Lillesand, Norway
Health + Wellness
An Insider’s Guide to Wellness Travel in Sweden and Norway
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A view of Bar Harbor, Maine with sailboats in the water, green rolling hills and colorful clouds
Natural Wonders
Maine’s Top Tastes and Sights According to a Local Baker
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An aerial view of the Palm Beach Par 3 golf course and hotel along the beach in Florida
Natural Wonders
4 Outdoor Adventures Near Marriott Hotels in Florida
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Hiking and Cycling
A lone traveler gazes out over the breathtaking Quilotoa Crater Lake in Ecuador. The vibrant turquoise waters of the lake contrast against the rugged, mountainous landscape, creating a serene.
Hiking + Cycling
This 200-Mile Trek Passes 7 Volcanoes, Hot Springs, and a Legendary Lost Treasure
December 18, 2025 10:07 AM
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Colleen Kelly
Castle of Torrechiara in Italy. Aerial view
Hiking + Cycling
This 93-Mile Italian Hike Leads to Medieval Monasteries—and Lunches Cooked by Nuns
December 11, 2025 01:02 PM
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Alessio Perrone
Prince Edward Island
Hiking + Cycling
You Can Visit Countryside Inns, Idyllic Beaches, and Rugged Mountains on These 8 Canadian Hut-to-Hut Hikes
November 20, 2025 06:27 PM
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Chloe Bergé

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Swimming, Surfing, and Water Sports
Huntington Beach California Pier Surf Waves Visit Huntington Beach
Water Sports
How Huntington Beach Keeps Surf History Alive
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A family of three walks along a wooden beach path past a sign noting sea turtle nests
Water Sports
The Best Ways to See Charleston by Water
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Aerial view of Bermuda
Water Sports
Where to Watch Bermuda’s Best 2026 Sailing Events
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Where (and How) to Go Camping
Lone tent on a grassy field by the ocean
U.S. Beaches
Wake Up to the Waves at These Beautiful Beach Camping Spots in California
Go right from your sleeping bag to the sand at one of these 14 beachside campsites.
June 16, 2025 02:13 AM
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Jessie Beck
Camping
The Ultimate Camping Checklist for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
May 13, 2025 01:59 PM
Camping
25 Great Camping Gift Ideas, According to an Avid Camper
November 5, 2024 07:21 PM
History + Culture
How to Go Off the Beaten Path in the Nordics
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Cheyenne Wyoming Curt Gowdy State Park Mountain Bike Visit Cheyenne
Outdoor Adventure
This Wyoming City Is a Great Base for Outdoor Adventure
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A cowboy in action at Cheyenne Frontier Days
Outdoor Adventure
6 Things to Do in Cheyenne, Wyoming for a True Western Feel
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Beautiful port of Nafplio city in Greece with small boats, palm trees and Bourtzi castle on the water
Where to Go in Summer
10 Best Places to Travel in July
April 1, 2026 09:58 PM
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Mark Ellwood
House Mountain
Outdoor Adventure
The Best Outdoor Experiences in Knoxville
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Alaska – Tongass National Forest, Mendenhall Glacier
Outdoor Adventure
National Forests Are an Outdoor Adventure Hack—These 11 Feel Like National Parks Minus Crowds or Fees
March 25, 2026 01:02 PM
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Bailey Berg
Dramatic white cliffs with fields of green atop them on England's Jurassic Coast
Outdoor Adventure
The World’s Longest Coastal Hike Just Opened. It Passes Castles, Seal Colonies, and Historic Seaside Towns
March 24, 2026 06:23 PM
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Lucy Kehoe
Driving through the Sahara Desert with Accessible Morocco Consultants, Morocco.
Outdoor Adventure
I’ve Dived, Trekked, and Safaried the World in a Wheelchair—Here’s Who Made It Possible
March 20, 2026 11:13 AM
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Sophie Morgan
A superbloom of wildflowers in California
Outdoor Adventure
A Super Bloom Just Peaked in California, but There’s Still Time to See Other Spectacular Flowers
March 20, 2026 08:10 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Trekking in Cami de Cavalls Menorca
Outdoor Adventure
Hike 115 Miles Around This Spanish Island for Farmhouse Stays, Mediterranean Swims, and Well-Earned Siestas
March 19, 2026 05:51 PM
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Sara Lieberman
Image of a whale jumping out of the water with a mountain in the background.
Outdoor Adventure
This Is Québec’s Most Scenic Drive
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View of a glacial lake with people walking the suspension bridge above.
Outdoor Adventure
Must-Do Nature Escapes in Western Québec
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Outdoor Adventure
The Best Months to Visit Iceland for Fewer Crowds, the Northern Lights, and Prime Puffin Spotting
March 10, 2026 08:43 AM
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Alexis Averbuck
Como Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos - Adult Pool and Beach Club
Hotels We Love
The 31 Best Luxury Resorts and Hotels in the Caribbean You Should Book Right Now
March 3, 2026 10:04 AM
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Laura Begley Bloom
Sunset over shell beach.
Outdoor Adventure
A Guide to Outdoor Adventure in Sonoma County
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Cherry blossoms in Tokyo
Where to Go in Spring
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan Starts Soon—Here’s When and Where to Go, and How to Avoid the Crowds
February 26, 2026 11:09 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Yosemite Falls at Yosemite National Park with granite cliffs and pine trees all around
National Parks
Yosemite, Arches, and Glacier National Parks Have All Changed Their Entry Requirements for 2026
February 19, 2026 06:02 PM
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Bailey Berg
Flagstaff Lowell Observatory at night
Astrotourism
6 Pampered Stargazing Experiences Near Cities, With Heated Seats or Outdoor Tasting Menus
February 19, 2026 03:13 PM
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Olivia Young
Two kayakers paddling through Holden Beach Marina.
Outdoor Adventure
Where to Bike, Paddle, and Fish on North Carolina’s Quiet Coast
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Trending News
One of America’s Most Iconic State Parks Is Expanding
February 5, 2026 07:27 PM
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Bailey Berg
Lofoten, Norway - Aurora Borealis
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Why Northern Lights Viewing Will Be Stellar This Year—and How and Where to Spot Them
February 4, 2026 05:56 PM
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Bailey Berg
Aerial of Zion's Red Rock Formations and Springdale Community
National Parks
These Gateway Towns Might Be Cooler Than the National Parks Next Door
February 4, 2026 12:05 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Monument Valley is just one of a dozen spectacular parks and monuments in Arizona.
National Parks
The Grand Canyon Gets 5 Million Visitors. These 10 Arizona Parks Offer Pueblos, Hoodoos, and Fewer Crowds
February 3, 2026 06:30 AM
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Melanie Haiken
Beautiful nature landscapes in Turkey mountains. Lycian way is famous among hikers.
Outdoor Adventure
This Ruin-to-Ruin Hike Has 435 Miles of Coastal Towns, Sarcophagi, and Swimming in the Mediterranean
February 2, 2026 01:57 PM
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Alexandra Gillespie
Wide angle view of the flowing sulfurous water at the hot water field (Yubatake) at Kusatsu Onsen hot spring resort in Gunma, Japan, on a cloudy day.
National Parks
This National Park in Japan Has Hundreds of Hot Spring Pools and the Country’s Most Popular Onsen
January 30, 2026 03:17 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Visitors at the poppy fields near the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in Lancaster, Calif., Sunday, April 9, 2023.
Where to Go in Spring
These California Destinations Could Have a Superbloom This Year, Plus Where to Find Wildflowers in the State
January 29, 2026 01:46 PM
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Deb Hopewell
Socotra, Yemen - January 19, 2025: Discovering Socotra Islands breathtaking landscapes and coastlines on an adventure
Longreads
Can the “Galápagos of the Arabian Sea” Survive Its Popularity?
January 29, 2026 11:10 AM
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Rachel Nuwer
Left: Boca Chita Lighthouse Biscayne National Park; right: EVERGLADES, USA - NOVEMBER 30, 2013: group of international tourists leaving from the airboat pier. The Everglades are a natural region of wetlands in the southern portion of the US state of Florida.
National Parks
Which Florida National Park Fits You Better? Everglades Versus Biscayne
January 23, 2026 06:19 PM
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Jesse Scott
A waterfall that appears to be on fire because of the angle at which it's illuminated by the sun.
National Parks
Yosemite’s Rare “Firefall” Only Happens Once a Year—Here’s What to Know About This Thrilling Phenomenon
January 21, 2026 01:24 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Retro Charm Lives on at These Independent U.S. Ski Resorts
Winter Sports
Where to Ski in the U.S. for Fewer Crowds, Lower Prices, and Local Charm
January 14, 2026 02:44 AM
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Anna Fiorentino
The sun shining over a wooden walking path along an oceanfront cliff
National Parks
7 Less-Crowded Canadian National Parks for Backcountry Skiing, Rainforest Hikes, and Stunning Ocean Vistas
January 7, 2026 05:53 AM
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Nick Hilden
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