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Hiking + Cycling
These 3 Long-Distance Scenic Trails Have Joined the National Park System
The total number of U.S. national park units has been bumped up to 428 with the designation of these scenic trails: the Ice Age, the New England, and the North Country.
December 13, 2023 10:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
National Parks
How to Visit the National Parks for Free in 2024
December 05, 2023 08:10 PM
Trending News
Visit Some of the Most Beautiful U.S. National Parks on These New Cruise Itineraries
November 30, 2023 01:26 PM
National Parks
The 5 Best Yosemite Hotels and Lodges for Families
November 29, 2023 07:20 PM
National Parks
The 9 Best National Parks for Phenomenal Fall Foliage
October 04, 2023 05:43 AM

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Natural Wonders Worth Traveling For
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
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
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Astrotourism
Glass cabin in New Zealand with Milky Way Galaxy overhead at night.
Hotels
The 11 Best Airbnbs for Stargazing Come With Glass Roofs, Telescopes, and More
These vacation rentals provide more than just dark skies—some even have private observatories.
July 28, 2023 04:12 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Hotels
These Are the 7 Best Hotels for Watching the Perseid Meteor Shower—and You Can Still Book Them
July 27, 2023 08:04 AM
National Parks
9 Incredible U.S. National Parks for Stargazing
July 16, 2023 01:58 PM
National Parks
A “Ring of Fire” Eclipse Is Coming This Fall: Here’s Where to See It
June 21, 2023 08:20 PM
Where to Travel Next
Best Things to Do in Iceland—Whatever the Season
June 14, 2023 03:44 PM

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Swimming, Surfing, and Water Sports
Turtle Bay Resort is located on O'ahu's North Shore.
Hotels
This Amazing Resort on O‘ahu Is Your Go-To Spot for Nature, Surfing, and More
April 25, 2023 03:11 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere
AFAR Approved
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere Is Now on Sale
March 23, 2023 03:08 AM
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Tim Chester
The Best Inflatable Paddleboards for Travelers
Water Sports
The Best Inflatable Paddleboards for Travelers
December 13, 2022 07:48 PM
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Jill K. Robinson

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Where (and How) to Go Camping
Camping Checklist: What to Pack for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
Camping
The Ultimate Camping Checklist for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
Plus a detailed, downloadable version that you can use for your next campout
May 17, 2023 02:13 PM
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Jessie Beck
Hotels
AutoCamp’s Newest Glamping Location Just Opened Near This Popular National Park
May 05, 2023 04:40 PM
Camping
The 10 Best State Parks in Texas You Need to Visit
March 31, 2022 04:57 PM
Packing Tips + Gear
Why Japanese Brand Snow Peak Is Our Go-To for Camp Kitchen Gear
August 23, 2021 08:23 AM
Camping
The Best Beach Camping Spots in the U.S.
August 16, 2021 10:04 PM

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Skiing, Snowboarding, and Winter Sports
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Winter Sports
Where to Find the Best Après-Ski in the U.S.
November 20, 2023 11:50 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Can’t Make It to the Alps? Visit One of America’s European-Inspired Ski Towns
Winter Sports
America’s Most Charming European-Inspired Ski Towns
November 10, 2023 03:27 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
Town covered in snow and framed by trees
Winter Sports
8 Best Ski Resorts in Europe to Visit This Winter
October 30, 2023 03:37 PM
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Cindy Hirschfeld

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Hiking and Cycling
Scenic view of Gap of Dunloe, County Kerry, Ireland.
Outdoor Adventure
New Tours for Boomers Prove That Travel Adventures Don’t Have an Age Limit
One writer learns what “pace yourself” means while hiking in Ireland.
November 26, 2023 12:00 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Hiking + Cycling
In Scotland, Hiking Where Royals Roam
November 06, 2023 10:36 AM
Hiking + Cycling
20 Incredible Hikes Around the World
October 19, 2023 11:59 AM
Hiking + Cycling
12 Epic Hikes in the U.S. to Plan a Trip Around
September 07, 2023 03:36 PM
Hiking + Cycling
Think Only Dogs Make Good Hiking Companions? Think Again.
September 06, 2023 10:06 AM

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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
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
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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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
Door County, Wisconsin, is one of the many easy-to-reach day trip destinations from Chicago.
Weekend Getaways
10 Easy Weekend Getaways from Chicago—No Flights Required
September 01, 2023 12:24 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
See the British Virgin Islands from a different perspective aboard a Moorings yacht.
Outdoor Adventure
Enjoy the Ultimate 7-Day Vacation in the British Virgin Islands Aboard a Private Yacht
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The marshlands of Little St. Simons Island
Islands
Discover Your Dream Trip in Georgia’s Delightful Barrier Island Destination
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Outdoor Adventure
The Best Things to Do in Bonaire
August 29, 2023 06:34 PM
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Kristin Braswell
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National Parks
How Outdoor Spaces in the U.S. Are Becoming More Accessible
August 28, 2023 01:41 PM
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Kathleen Rellihan
Schoenenbach Bregenzerwald
Outdoor Adventure
How the Alpine Designers of Bregenzerwald Let Nature Lead the Way
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Explore the British Virgin Island’s 50 islands, islets, and cays on a private yacht.
Outdoor Adventure
The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Adventure in the British Virgin Islands
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10 Best Stargazing Destinations in the World
Astrotourism
15 Best Stargazing Destinations in the World
August 18, 2023 02:00 PM
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Nile Cappello
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Outdoor Adventure
Meet the People Shaping Puerto Rico’s Surfing Culture
August 14, 2023 08:43 PM
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Jesse Echevarría
Two dolphins jumping into an ocean near a beach.
Outdoor Adventure
The 10 Best Places for Scuba Diving Around the Globe
August 12, 2023 10:30 AM
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Terry Ward
The Best Meteor Shower of the Year Peaks This Weekend
Natural Wonders
The Perseid Meteor Shower Will Peak Tomorrow—Here’s How to See It
August 11, 2023 04:24 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The newly appointment national monument, Avi Kwa Ame covers 506,814 acres of southern Nevada, including a peak considered sacred to 12 Indigenous groups, who believe it is part of their creation story.
National Parks
The U.S. Now Has 5 New National Monuments—With More Coming
August 11, 2023 11:30 AM
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Bailey Berg
colorful houses and buildings cling to seaside cliffs in the village of Manarola in Cinque Terre, Italy
Outdoor Adventure
Cinque Terre’s Most Beloved Hiking Path Finally Reopens After More Than a Decade
August 10, 2023 06:12 PM
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Erica Firpo
Auckland, New Zealand
The Next List
4 Places in New Zealand to Visit Now
August 09, 2023 05:10 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
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