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World’s Newest Underwater Sculpture Park Revealed in Saint Lucia
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World’s Newest Underwater Sculpture Park Revealed in Saint Lucia

A new phenomenon just in the 21st century: a handful of underwater sculpture gardens, museums, and installations have been built...

Mane Attractions: The World’s Cutest Ponies
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Mane Attractions: The World’s Cutest Ponies

Warning: This travel story contains excessive amounts of shaggy manes, fluffy forelocks, tiny hooves, and irresistible four-legged charm. You may...

3 Ways to Chase the Northern Lights
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3 Ways to Chase the Northern Lights

The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are Mother Nature’s own light show, one of travel's most mesmerizing natural phenomena that...

Sea Turtles, Cenote Symphonies, and Carnival of the Senses: Caribbean Resorts Go Hyper Local
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Sea Turtles, Cenote Symphonies, and Carnival of the Senses: Caribbean Resorts Go Hyper Local

A new generation of Caribbean resorts is delving deep — sometimes literally — into the nature, culture and traditions of...

‘Ditch’ the Boots: Switzerland’s Barefoot Hiking Revival
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‘Ditch’ the Boots: Switzerland’s Barefoot Hiking Revival

Switzerland’s famous for its snowy peaks and picturesque slopes. It’s home to some of the world’s chicest ski resorts and...

Lights Out on One of the Hottest New Travel Trends
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Lights Out on One of the Hottest New Travel Trends

For generations, travelers have organized their days around daylight. Get up. See the sights. Take the photos. Then, as the...

New Zealand Attracts a New Generation of Lord of the Rings Fans on 25th Anniversary of Film
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New Zealand Attracts a New Generation of Lord of the Rings Fans on 25th Anniversary of Film

Twenty-five years ago, moviegoers got their first glimpse of Middle-earth — and savvy travelers discovered that it looked remarkably like...

Walk on the Wild Side: Animal Encounters on the Beaches of the Caribbean
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Walk on the Wild Side: Animal Encounters on the Beaches of the Caribbean

You came to the Caribbean for the beach. So did the wildlife. Throughout the islands, some stretches of sand come...

Attention Cycling Fans: Tour de France Rolls Across the English Channel in 2027
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Attention Cycling Fans: Tour de France Rolls Across the English Channel in 2027

In July 2027, the Tour de France will make cycling history in the UK. Three men’s stages and three women’s...

Top “Coolcation” Travel Destinations
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Top “Coolcation” Travel Destinations

Record-breaking summer heatwaves throughout Europe have more travelers looking for cooler destinations to spend the holidays. I have some favorites. By:...

When Volcanoes Wake Up: Travel to the World’s Great ‘Fire Mountains’
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When Volcanoes Wake Up: Travel to the World’s Great ‘Fire Mountains’

Mount Etna's July 2026 eruption sent lava and ash plumes into the Sicilian sky, creating spectacular images—and temporary travel disruptions....

The Natural Thrills of Costa Rica
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The Natural Thrills of Costa Rica

If you want the focus of your vacation to be an authentic immersion into raw nature, put Costa Rica on...

G Adventures Shines Spotlight on Global Tree Projects on Earth Day
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G Adventures Shines Spotlight on Global Tree Projects on Earth Day

Earth Day is April 22, and it’s a wonderful time to share stories of travel companies that are making the...

Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Alaska Cruise Edition)
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Alaska Cruise Edition)

In Alaska, everyone can feel like they’re in a fairy tale. Even the one with the three bears! Wildlife watching...

Beyond the Beach: Unforgettable March Break Family Adventures
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Beyond the Beach: Unforgettable March Break Family Adventures

Break the boredom of March Break getaways. There’s still time to make March Break about more than the beach. This...

Equine Travel Experiences to Celebrate Year of the Horse
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Equine Travel Experiences to Celebrate Year of the Horse

Whether you are a devotee of the Chinese/ Lunar calendar, for many of us, horses are our spirit animals, and...

Atlas Ocean Voyages’ New Ship ‘Sails’ Into the Future of Luxury Expedition Cruising
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Atlas Ocean Voyages’ New Ship ‘Sails’ Into the Future of Luxury Expedition Cruising

The romance of sailing cruise ships is back, and the new generation of sailing cruise ships has a modern and...

Discover Your Inner Sailor in St. Maarten
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Discover Your Inner Sailor in St. Maarten

If you love the sounds of sails snapping in the tropical breeze, St. Maarten stands out with two iconic ways...

Welcome Wave Season and Save!
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Welcome Wave Season and Save!

'Tis the season for cruise travelers to save! Wave Season is that time of year when cruise lines roll out...

Explore Natural Wonders in the Caribbean
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Explore Natural Wonders in the Caribbean

Sun and sand are relaxing, but if you love the outdoors and getting active among scenery that takes your breath...

Top Travel Resolutions That May Actually Get You Packing Your Bags This Year
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Top Travel Resolutions That May Actually Get You Packing Your Bags This Year

Every year, “travel more” is in the mix of resolutions. But what travel resolutions can get you from dreaming of...

Celebrating the Night: Seabourn’s ‘Noctourism’ Experiences
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Celebrating the Night: Seabourn’s ‘Noctourism’ Experiences

During the shortest days and longest nights of the year, ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn is shining a spotlight on ways...

VIDEO: A New Kind of Expedition Cruising by Atlas Ocean Voyages: Epicurean Expeditions
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VIDEO: A New Kind of Expedition Cruising by Atlas Ocean Voyages: Epicurean Expeditions

Expedition cruises are a fast-growing, life-changing way to see the world in a different way. Atlas Ocean Voyages, with its...

Bali Beyond Beaches
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Bali Beyond Beaches

Indonesia’s most storied island, Bali, has been a symbol of uniquely tropical Asian exotic culture, romance and adventure for centuries....

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