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Lady Musgrave Island, Kate Bray from Bundaberg enjoying the Lady Musgrave HQ pontoon, where you can sleep on the reef

Dec 10, 20216 min read

Why glamping might be the best way to see the Great Barrier Reef

A visitor to Sequoia National Park is dwarfed by the 36.5 ft. diameter trunk of the General Sherman Tree, billed as the "Largest Living Thing on Earth." The National Park Service is considering various ways to make parks more relevant, including attracting more children and more minority families. Photo shot on Thursday, October 26, 2006. (Photo by Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Dec 10, 20213 min read

Sequoia National Park’s Giant Forest to reopen December 11

Winter ski season in Girdwood, Alaska - stock photo
Winter at Alyeska Resort near Anchorage, Alaska

Dec 9, 20219 min read

The best day trips from Anchorage for giant cabbages, Cold War citadels and craggy mountain climbs

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Dec 9, 20213 min read

Canada's newest hiking trail is a slow-travel adventure on Prince Edward Island

The rough surface of frozen lava after Mauna Loa volcano eruption on Big Island, Hawai'i

Dec 9, 20215 min read

10 essential experiences on Hawai‘i's Big Island

Las Galeras, Dominican Republic - 25 january 2002: people riding horses on the beach of Rincon near Las Galeras on Dominican Republic

Dec 9, 20213 min read

Do I need a visa to visit the Dominican Republic?

Fireworks on New Orleans Skyline.

Dec 9, 20213 min read

New Year's Eve celebrations are back in these US cities

Young woman walking on a suspension bridge over Wainibau stream on the Lavena Coastal Walk.

Dec 9, 20216 min read

Don’t leave Fiji without visiting these national parks and marine sanctuaries

A family pauses on a cycle trip by an Alaskan beach

Dec 8, 20218 min read

Alaska's best beaches for bears, bald eagles and natural beauty

"Albuquerque, USA - October 12, 2007: Mass ascension of hot air balloons and crowd of people in the early morning at Balloon Fiesta Park. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a world-renowned attraction with over 600 balloons and crowds for some events in excess of 100,000 people."

Dec 8, 20214 min read

These 10 Albuquerque parks are a breath of fresh air

Pacific Islander surfers carry their boards to the water.

Dec 7, 20215 min read

Hawaii vs. Caribbean: which island vacation should you choose?

The changing colors of fall are beautiful to explore in Burgundy

Dec 7, 20215 min read

The best time to visit Burgundy: a month-by-month guide

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Dec 6, 20216 min read

London’s coziest bookshops to explore this winter

Humbling winter scenery near Ísafjörður

Dec 6, 20219 min read

Why winter is magical in the Westfjords (and other best times to visit)

Backcountry skier in the trees near Stevens Pass, Washington - stock photo

Dec 6, 20214 min read

5 ski resorts easy distance from US cities

A little girl sits on rock next to the ocean, wearing a Hawaiian lei and playing a ukelele. (Maui, Hawaii)

Dec 3, 20214 min read

8 fun free things to do on your next trip to Maui

USA, Malibu, cars on Pacific Coast Highway

Dec 3, 20214 min read

How do you get around Malibu? The best option depends on your activities

Dec 3, 20219 min read

The A-to-Z of Fiji: 26 reasons to visit the island paradise

Neha Arora (center) and two Planet Abled travelers on an early trip to Agra.

Dec 3, 20216 min read

"I had to start a travel company to travel." Meet the woman making tourism more inclusive and accessible

Bora Bora is so beautiful that you don't need to spend much to live a lot

Dec 3, 20216 min read

Bora Bora on a budget: the best (and nearly free!) things to do

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Dec 3, 202110 min read

The 18 best free – or almost free – things to do in Patagonia

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 01: A COVID-19 test center operates inside the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on December 01, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. The Biden administration is planning to announce tighter restrictions for travelers flying into the United States, including requiring a negative test for COVID-19 one day ahead of travel, in response to the new Omicron variant. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Dec 3, 20215 min read

Omicron: How the new COVID-19 variant is impacting travel around the world

Unusual rock formation in Arches national park in Utah, USA, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-02-15T01:22:54.000Z, User: Ppeterson948, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP , client: Global Publishing WIP , other: Pia Peterson Haggarty

Dec 2, 20216 min read

The 8 best places to visit in Utah

Spoon-bill Pelican in St. Augustine, Florida.

Dec 2, 20216 min read

The best time to visit St Augustine, Florida: a month-by-month guide

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - 2021/09/15: Big Ben's renovated clock face has been unveiled as refurbishment nears completion..Renovation of the famous landmark, whose official name is Elizabeth Tower, began in 2017 and is expected to be completed by early 2022. (Photo by Vuk Valcic/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Dec 2, 20212 min read

After years under wraps, Big Ben's new face is finally unveiled

Adult Male Elk and his herd - Grand Tetons - stock photo
Elk (Cervus canadensis), Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

Dec 2, 20214 min read

How to have an incredible safari experience without leaving the US

Chaco Culture National Historical Park, New Mexico, United States, North America

Dec 1, 20218 min read

These top day trips from Albuquerque showcase the best of the Southwest

Crystal Shower Falls in Gondwana Rainforest at Dorrigo National Park, New South Wales

Dec 1, 20216 min read

5 unmissable Scenic Rim hikes: ancient rainforests and lush waterfalls await you

Hands up if you're excited to go on a road trip in Sweden!

Dec 1, 20217 min read

9 of the best road trips in Sweden: take a chance on these

Rear view of a couple driving in a convertible, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, America, USA

Nov 30, 20217 min read

How to get around Maui with or without a car: travel on island time

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Nov 30, 20215 min read

The 5 best neighborhoods to explore on your trip to Greater Phoenix

Nov 30, 20216 min read

Would you sleep in an igloo? These ice hotels are the epitome of cool

Three people snow shoeing in the winter near Bozeman

Nov 30, 20216 min read

The best outdoor activities in Bozeman, Montana are easy to come by

Photo taken in Arizona, United States

Nov 30, 20213 min read

Grand Canyon moves into winter operations December 1 - here’s how that will impact your visit

Young men playing ball games on the beach in Puerto Rico

Nov 29, 202111 min read

11 free things to do in Puerto Rico

A woman hiking above Boulder, Colorado

Nov 29, 20217 min read

The best day trips from Boulder promise Rocky Mountain adventure

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This tree in Lahaina, Maui is the largest in Hawaii and was planted in 1873.

Nov 29, 20213 min read

7 unique Christmas trees worth visiting in the US

Garden boardwalk along Southbank in Brisbane, Australia

Nov 29, 20216 min read

How to get around in Brisbane: the easiest, cheapest and most sustainable options

Post Office Square in Brisbane which is a popular location for people to relax and meet. People are clearly visible

Nov 29, 20214 min read

9 best museums in Brisbane: contemporary art, convicts, Indigenous culture and more

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Nov 26, 20212 min read

Step inside a Monet painting at a new exhibition in Miami

A lake in Karuizawa during the fall season.

Nov 26, 20216 min read

Your guide to Kyoto's most beautiful parks

Comwy, Wales - April 9, 2015: Conwy Castle and a Passenger Train North Wales. The railway lone runs along the base of the medeval castle and the Virgin Trains service passes the castle. People can be seen on the catsle walls. The sky is clear and blue.

Nov 25, 20216 min read

How to travel around in Wales: enjoy epic scenery as you go

Sunbathers relaxing on a beach at Zingaro Natural Reserve © Getty Images

Nov 25, 20215 min read

Sicily's most beautiful national parks and reserves

A hot air balloon floats over the skyscrapers of downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Nov 25, 20217 min read

The best time to visit Albuquerque for snow or sun lovers

BRISBANE, AUS - APRIL 17 2016: Streets Beach in South Bank Parkland. It's inner-city man-made beach next to city center.

Nov 25, 20216 min read

Brisbane's best parks: from botanic gardens to city beaches

long distance Hiker on the Kungsleden hiking Trail in Lapland - Sweden

Nov 25, 20218 min read

11 Swedish hiking trails you won’t want to miss

August 6, 2015: Group of cyclists riding on a rural dirt road on the island of Ven.

Nov 25, 20215 min read

Everything you need to know about getting around in Sweden

Old town of Stockholm - popular touristic attraction. Sweden

Nov 25, 20213 min read

Do I need a visa to visit Sweden?

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Miami, USA - April 4, 2014 - Roads to Miami. Pedestrians pass to the income at the crosswalk. Miami the largest resort located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. - stock photo
Miami, USA - April 4, 2014 - Roads to Miami. Pedestrians pass to the income at the crosswalk. Miami the largest resort located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. © Dmitro2009 / iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

Nov 24, 20216 min read

How to get around Miami

Two young women looking at clothes inside a vintage clothes store in South Africa.

Nov 24, 20215 min read

5 best cities for vintage shopping in the US

The world's famous Romanee conti vineyard with a vineyard marker on the wall in Burgundy, France.

Nov 24, 20216 min read

How to get around Burgundy: all aboard the vineyard express

USA, New York State, Catskill Mountains

Nov 24, 20215 min read

Best time to visit the Catskills for all four seasons

Lovely daughter listening patiently while her mom reading a storybook to her in the bookstore

Nov 24, 20213 min read

Six children's bookstores in the US worth traveling for

Ottawa is known as a longstanding capital of winter fun

Nov 24, 20214 min read

Find out why winter is the best time to visit Ottawa with this guide to the season

Puerto Vallarta sunset and palms - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico

Nov 23, 20215 min read

Beach boho vibes without the crowds: why we love Mexico's Central Pacific Coast

Justo Gallego Martínez has spent 60 years building a cathedral, largely by himself and with no formal training.

Nov 23, 20218 min read

The man behind Madrid's most unusual cathedral, and the last-ditch effort to save it

Female Finding Her Way On GPS While Wearing Anti Air Pollution Mask

Nov 23, 20213 min read

Lockdowns in Austria: can I get a refund on flights and hotels?

Mooching around the streets of Dijon is a charming way to spend a day

Nov 23, 20216 min read

The best places to visit in Burgundy: art and culture paired with pinot noir

Couple Canoeing in Vermont

Nov 23, 20214 min read

The top free things to do in Vermont are always outdoors

Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell National Park, Great Ocean Road, The Twelve Apostles

Nov 23, 20215 min read

Australia’s Great Ocean Road is one of the world's best drives: here are the best detours

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