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Although often associated with, and certainly influenced by, the cultures of its fellow Scandinavian and Nordic countries, Iceland’s culture is more individual than one might imagine for such a small country. Its relative isolation for many centuries has meant that its language, rooted in Old Norse, has not modernized as much as, say, Norwegian or Danish, and contemporary citizens can still clearly read and understand the ancient sagas. Indeed, literary culture, as well as music, crafts, and Viking gods and folk myths (think elves and trolls), still resonate strongly throughout contemporary society. This vibrant mix of ancient history and modern culture is a joy to explore and can be found throughout the country in famous landmarks such as Thingvellir (or Þingvellir) and Parliament House and in a range of dedicated historic museums.

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Months to Visit Iceland: Fewer Crowds, the Northern Lights, and Prime Puffin Spotting

March 28, 2024 12:44 PM

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Famous marine biologist and oceanographer Syvlia Earle diving among coral

Cruise

Can Cruise Ships Help the World’s Oceans? This Famous Marine Biologist Thinks So.

March 26, 2024 08:57 AM

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OAK PARK, ILLINOIS - JUNE 15, 2016: Altar of the Unity Temple designed by Frank Lloyd Wright on June 15, 2016 in Oak Park, Illinois

Art + Architecture

7 Midwestern Towns for Modern Architecture Lovers

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Southern Ocean Lodge is located on the coast of remote Kangaroo Island, 70 miles south of Adelaide across a wild ocean.

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March 25, 2024 02:04 PM

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Hollywood on the Prairie: How Oklahoma Became the Nation’s Newest Movie Hot Spot

March 25, 2024 01:59 PM

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A quiet beach on the less-visited Bissagos archipelago, off the coast of West Africa's Guinea-Bissau.

Cruise

Occasionally, Cruises Head to West Africa. Here’s What to Expect When They Do.

March 25, 2024 01:53 PM

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Food + Drink

Why Everyone Should Eat Their Way Through Madison, Wisconsin

March 25, 2024 01:01 PM

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Toadstool Geological Park beige rock formations beneath a blue sky.

Road Trips

Road-Tripping in Nebraska Is All About Big Views, Historic Towns, and Plenty of Bison Burgers

March 25, 2024 12:50 PM

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National Parks

How to Go Fossil Hunting in America’s Dinosaur Country

March 25, 2024 12:44 PM

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Longreads

Journey to the Geographical Center of North America

March 25, 2024 09:20 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Scenery of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, Shari-cho, Midsummer

Outdoor Adventure

In a Lesser-Known Part of Japan, Outdoor Adventure Awaits

March 22, 2024 01:25 PM

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March 22, 2024 10:19 AM

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The lobby area in the Graduate Palo Alto featuring a long wooden tables with chairs and a wall covered in a gallery-style mix of artwork

Hotel News + Openings

Hilton Loyalists Now Have Access to One of Our Favorite Boutique Hotel Brands

March 22, 2024 09:07 AM

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How to Go Off the Beaten Path in Monaco

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An ornate bed flanked by mirrors and candelabra-style lights in the Beauty and the Beast-themed Princely suite at Disneyland Hotel, Disneyland Paris

Hotel News + Openings

Disneyland Paris Has a New Luxury Hotel—We Got a Look Inside

March 20, 2024 07:07 PM

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A total solar eclipse viewed through some foliage

Astrotourism

The Last-Minute Guide to Traveling for April’s Total Solar Eclipse

March 19, 2024 03:30 PM

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Forty years of fried perfection at Champy's Chicken in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Food + Drink

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March 19, 2024 03:24 PM

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Epic Trips

Hiking Mt. Etna, Italy’s Friendly Local Active Volcano

March 19, 2024 01:22 PM

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Aerial view of Tlaxcala

Epic Trips

In the Smallest State in Mexico, A Search for the Perfect Taco

March 19, 2024 01:16 PM

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The pool at the Lana,Dorchester Collection, in Dubai features skyline fews and white daybeds shaded by umbrellas.

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This New Luxury Hotel Is Proof That Dubai Can Be Understated

March 19, 2024 11:50 AM

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Hotels

5 Insider Itineraries for These Top 5 Destinations, According to Luxury Hotel Concierges

March 18, 2024 12:56 PM

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East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Cody - Wyoming - USA

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Mountain Towns in Wyoming to Stay in—From Yellowstone to the Tetons

March 15, 2024 12:14 PM

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Lake Kussharo Covered with Mist from Bihoro Pass in the Winter, Hokkaido, Japan

Epic Trips

Canoeing, Snowshoeing, and Getting Naked With Strangers in Japan

March 13, 2024 05:12 PM

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Night sky from the Rim Trail

Epic Trips

Stargazing Without the Crowds on the Grand Canyon Floor

March 13, 2024 05:06 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

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Hotels

You Can Earn Hilton Points on Your Next Glamping Trip

March 13, 2024 12:14 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Astoria mineral hot springs free access no fee in the Snake river, near Jackson, south of the Grand Teton National Park, in Wyoming, USA

Health + Wellness

This State Has More Hot Springs Than Towns

March 12, 2024 02:49 PM

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Malibu Creek State Park

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