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From a family tracing their African heritage to a music superstar honoring her Tennessee roots, our nine Travelers of the Year motivate us to explore the world at its finest—and once we’re on the road, they help make our trips more rewarding. These are the adventurers, trailblazers, and visionaries who’ve mastered the art of traveling … Read more
For travelers, wellness isn’t just about a hotel spa massage anymore—though, let’s be honest, a great rubdown still feels like a mini-vacation. These days, it’s about embracing healthy routines, savoring local flavors, and unwinding (or getting the heart racing on a hike) in beautiful new surroundings. U.S. & Canada QC NY Spa, Governors Island, New … Read more
Summer travel season is almost here, and if you’re planning a trip, you might be looking for some smart tips to make your journey easier. Luckily, a trending Reddit thread has gone viral where seasoned travelers are sharing their best travel hacks—little tricks they wish they’d known sooner. These tips cover everything from saving time … Read more
Walking past those spacious, plush lie-flat business-class seats on your way to economy can stir up some serious envy. But before you squeeze into that cramped economy seat, sandwiched between other passengers, know there’s a smarter way—upgrading to a better fare class. And yes, you can do it without breaking the bank. “It’s almost impossible … Read more
Few palaces can match the sheer extravagance of France’s Château de Versailles. Sitting just outside Paris, this former residence of French kings lets visitors step into the world of royalty. The grand complex was ordered by Louis XIV, who shifted the nation’s government to Versailles in 1682 and wanted a palace worthy of his reign’s … Read more
The Tower of London has been many things over its nearly thousand-year history—a fortress, a palace, a prison, even a place of execution—standing tall on the banks of the River Thames in the heart of Great Britain. Back in the 1080s, William the Conqueror started building the White Tower as the centerpiece of his London stronghold, not long after he … Read more
UNESCO recently added several new sites of “outstanding universal value” to its prestigious World Heritage List. Among the 34 new additions (37, if you count previously recognized sites with significant boundary changes) are the Trans-Iranian Railway, Europe’s grand spa towns, a historic French lighthouse, 14th-century Italian frescoes, adobe mosques in Côte d’Ivoire, an ancient solar … Read more
Towering volcanic rock formations that look like “fairy chimneys.” A prehistoric world once ruled by dinosaurs. An underground labyrinth where gladiators and wild beasts once clashed. These are just a few of the incredible places around the world honored with World Heritage status by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). And they … Read more
Pad thai from a Bangkok street stall or raw milk cheese from a French bistro might taste amazing in the moment. But for many travelers, those local flavors that make trips special can sometimes lead to food poisoning—and the kind of vacation memories nobody wants. According to a 2015 study in BMJ Clinical Evidence, food or … Read more
Avid travelers are constantly dreaming about their next adventure, whether it’s a picture-perfect family getaway in the Caribbean, a romantic escape to Paris, or a deep dive into Japan’s food scene. No matter the destination, a smooth, stress-free trip is always top of mind when planning. And if you hold a U.S. passport, your travel … Read more