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Chef Ashleigh Shanti wading in a river and holding a she just caught while fly fishing.
Hiking + Cycling
Asheville Chef Ashleigh Shanti on the Power of Play, From Foraging and Swimming to Hiking and More
What drives the culinary prowess of this award-winning, Asheville-based chef? We caught up with her to learn about the natural wonders she loves in the North Carolina destination she calls home.
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Yosemite National Park to Bring Back Reservation System in 2024
December 19, 2023 05:07 PM
Hiking + Cycling
Bog Hiking Is the Best Hiking Experience You’ve Never Heard Of
December 15, 2023 11:53 AM
Hiking + Cycling
These 3 Long-Distance Scenic Trails Have Joined the National Park System
December 13, 2023 10:00 AM
National Parks
How to Visit the National Parks for Free in 2024
December 05, 2023 08:10 PM

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Natural Wonders Worth Traveling For
A cherry blossom tree full of pink blossoms.
In the Magazine
Celebrating the Quiet Beauty of Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
January 16, 2024 10:40 AM
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Latria Graham
Milky Way and meteors in Zion National Park, Utah.
Astrotourism
Here’s When the Next Meteor Showers Will Light Up the Sky
January 10, 2024 10:52 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Greenhouses at Kew Gardens botanical gardens in England taken from the treetop walk with green trees near white building during daytime.
Natural Wonders
The Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in the World
January 03, 2024 08:58 AM
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James Oliver Cury
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Astrotourism
Annular Solar Eclipse through Clouds, Singapore, December 2019
National Parks
A “Ring of Fire” Eclipse Is Coming This Fall: Here’s Where to See It
When the sun, moon, and Earth align in October for an annular solar eclipse, skywatchers can head to a handful of U.S. national parks for the best views.
June 21, 2023 08:20 PM
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Sarah Kuta
Where to Travel Next
Best Things to Do in Iceland—Whatever the Season
June 14, 2023 03:44 PM
Hotels
Your Next Ranch Vacation Is Beside a Dark Sky Park in Colorado
May 30, 2023 09:51 PM
National Parks
These U.S. National Parks Are Hosting Free Stargazing Festivals This Summer
May 17, 2023 10:18 PM
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This Hotel Is One of the Best Places in Alaska for Aurora Viewing
March 28, 2023 01:51 PM

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Swimming, Surfing, and Water Sports
A Pro Surfer Weighs in on the Ultimate Beach Vacation in Puerto Rico
Beaches
A Pro Surfer Weighs in on the Ultimate Beach Vacation in Puerto Rico
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5 Fantastic Reasons to Visit Curaçao Now
History + Culture
5 Fantastic Reasons to Visit Curaçao Now
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What Makes Oahu’s Turtle Bay So Next-Level, According to a Homegrown Surf Champ
Islands
What Makes Oahu’s Turtle Bay So Next-Level, According to a Homegrown Surf Champ
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Where (and How) to Go Camping
The Best Amazon Prime Day Camping Gear Deals in 2021
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Amazon Prime Day Camping Gear Deals in 2021
Save big on outdoor essentials like lanterns and first aid kits this Amazon Prime Day.
June 21, 2021 06:23 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Camping
The Gear You Need to Make Barista-Level Coffee While Camping
May 26, 2021 09:47 AM
Camping
No Gear, No Problem: 4 Rental Services That Make Camping Easy
May 11, 2021 11:08 PM
Camping
The Best Camping Gear for Casual Campers
April 27, 2021 02:07 PM
Camping
A How-To Guide for the Camping Curious
April 12, 2021 10:01 AM

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Skiing, Snowboarding, and Winter Sports
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Trending News
Now’s the Time to Buy Your Epic Season Ski Passes—Before Prices Increase
August 25, 2023 04:23 PM
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Bailey Berg
children climb stairs with snow piled up on them at Granlibakken in Lake Tahoe
Trending News
After Record Snowfall, California’s Ski Season Will Extend Into Summer—Is That a Good Thing?
April 13, 2023 06:06 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
The U.S. Ski Resorts for the Best Spring Season Action This Year
Winter Sports
6 U.S. Resorts with Great Spring Skiing
March 16, 2023 08:17 PM
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Hiking and Cycling
Trail in Guanica Dry Forest
Hiking + Cycling
This Lesser-Known Hiking Area in Puerto Rico Is Home to More Than 130 Bird Species
Finding peace, quiet, and endemic animals in Puerto Rico.
May 30, 2023 10:36 PM
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Jen Ruiz
Where to Travel Next
There’s So Much to Do in Peru Beyond Visiting Machu Picchu
May 01, 2023 11:20 PM
In the Magazine
Idyllic Villages, Fresh Lobster Rolls, and a New Trail—Why Now Is the Time to Visit Prince Edward Island
December 01, 2022 09:00 AM
Hiking + Cycling
Yes, You Can Now Hike the Appalachian Trail—in Ireland
November 09, 2022 02:33 PM
Hiking + Cycling
Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking the Jordan Trail
October 03, 2022 03:52 PM

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Winter Sports
8 Best Ski Resorts in Europe to Visit This Winter
October 30, 2023 03:37 PM
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Cindy Hirschfeld
Snow-covered Estes Park offers an abundance of winter delights in Colorado
Outdoor Adventure
7 Ways to Enjoy Winter in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains
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Le Panoramic restaurant, located at the top of a ski resort in Courchevel, France
Winter Sports
What Is Après-Ski? A Guide to Where and How to Experience It Around the World
October 24, 2023 01:42 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
On the outskirts of Sheridan, the horizon seems to stretch forever.
Outdoor Adventure
Are You Wild at Heart? Stargazing, Dude Ranches, and More Await in Wyoming
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Mountain Music and Sparkling Streams: The Ultimate Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip
Road Trips
This Is One of the Most Beautiful Drives in the U.S—Here’s How to Experience It
October 19, 2023 12:30 PM
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Jess Graves
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Hiking + Cycling
20 Incredible Hikes Around the World
October 19, 2023 11:59 AM
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Outdoor Adventure
The Best Time to Visit Hawai‘i
October 17, 2023 01:31 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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Outdoor Adventure
12 Best Things to Do in Puerto Rico, From Tasting Rum to River Tubing
October 14, 2023 05:09 PM
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Jen Ruiz
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Outdoor Adventure
Sailing Tahiti by Private Yacht Is Surprisingly Easy
October 13, 2023 12:34 PM
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Rachel Rudwall
Boats on an ocean in the daytime, land in the background.
Where to Travel Next
9 Under-the-Radar Places You Must Visit
October 07, 2023 11:42 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
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National Parks
The 9 Best National Parks for Phenomenal Fall Foliage
October 04, 2023 05:43 AM
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Melanie Haiken
The willows and aspen of California's June Lake Loop provide just one the state's many autumnal hues.
Outdoor Adventure
Think New England Is the Only Place for Fall Foliage? Try California
October 02, 2023 12:13 PM
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Pat Tompkins
The Parker Palm Springs pool
Art + Culture
What Makes Greater Palm Springs Such a Timeless Vacation Haven
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A heard of buffalo in Yellowstone National Park with a river and thermal springs in the background
National Parks
National Parks to Close if U.S. Government Shuts Down
September 29, 2023 08:28 AM
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Michelle Baran
8 Beautiful Waterfalls Around the World You Can Visit
Natural Wonders
9 Waterfalls So Beautiful They’re Worth Traveling For
September 29, 2023 07:59 AM
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Deb Hopewell
A harvest moon rising over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas
Natural Wonders
How to Get the Best View of the 2024 Total Eclipse in Texas
September 26, 2023 10:54 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Tall, rounded orange rocks in the sunlight
National Parks
8 Most Breathtaking Utah National Parks and Monuments
September 26, 2023 07:13 AM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Mountains during sunset with a river running in front
Outdoor Adventure
When Is the Best Time to Visit Alaska? It Depends on Your Travel Plans.
September 24, 2023 11:02 AM
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Bailey Berg
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Outdoor Adventure
The 12 Best Places to Visit in Colorado, in Every Season
September 23, 2023 08:05 AM
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Kelly Bastone
Lake Tahoe Visitor Authority, LTVA Heavenly Mountain Family Skiing, Lifestyle
Outdoor Adventure
How to Enjoy the Best of Everything That Lake Tahoe Has to Offer
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Sand dunes and a beautiful coastline in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland.
Natural Wonders
13 of the Most Remote Places on Earth That Are Worth the Journey
September 21, 2023 10:38 AM
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Sara Button
Autumn Aurora: Where to See the Northern Lights in the Fall
Natural Wonders
Where to Go to See Northern Lights in Autumn
September 20, 2023 04:40 PM
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Terry Ward
The aurora borealis could be visible in the Lower 48 through September 30 through October 3.
Natural Wonders
The Northern Lights Could Appear in Lower 48 Tonight
September 18, 2023 06:59 PM
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Bailey Berg
Escape Utah’s Mobbed National Parks at These 7 Lesser-Known Natural Wonders
National Parks
7 Underrated Utah Parks and Monuments for Avoiding the Crowds
September 17, 2023 10:26 AM
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Erin Van Rheenen
The writer on the Cloud Camp
Outdoor Adventure
The Rise of the Via Ferrata in the U.S.
September 12, 2023 08:34 AM
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Bailey Berg
Wooden tree house cabin surrounded by pine forest
Hotels
Take Leaf Peeping to the Next Level at These 16 Tree House Airbnbs
September 11, 2023 10:16 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Forest and beach against the ocean
Outdoor Adventure
8 Can’t Miss Things to Do in Costa Rica
September 08, 2023 03:41 PM
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Nina Kokotas Hahn
A boat of tourists floats through the water of New Zealand's Waitomo Glowworm Caves. A guide is standing in the boat pointing to the ceiling where many many small blue lights shine like a starry night, but it's inside the cave
Outdoor Adventure
Bioluminescent Bays, Caves, and Parks: What Causes the Glow and Where to See It
September 07, 2023 04:45 PM
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Nathalie Alonso
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Hiking + Cycling
12 Epic Hikes in the U.S. to Plan a Trip Around
September 07, 2023 03:36 PM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Shrugs, a two-year-old rescue Ragdoll, frequently hikes with his owners in Sedona.
Hiking + Cycling
Think Only Dogs Make Good Hiking Companions? Think Again.
September 06, 2023 10:06 AM
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Melinda Fulmer
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