How to Visit Istanbul: An Adventure on Two Continents
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How to Visit Istanbul: An Adventure on Two Continents

A guide to Istanbul’s markets, monuments, and neighborhoods, with tips on navigating its vast airport and historic sites.

How to Visit Porto
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How to Visit Porto

From river cruises and historic port lodges to the ‘world’s most beautiful bookstore,’ discover how to navigate the steep hills and hidden charms of Porto.

How to Visit Athens
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How to Visit Athens

Beyond the ancient ruins and gritty first impressions lies a vibrant capital of hidden gems. Here is how to unlock the beauty, food, and culture of Athens.

Shakespeare Gardens Bring the Poet’s Language to Life
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Shakespeare Gardens Bring the Poet’s Language to Life

Carefully curated formal gardens across the nation combine William Shakespeare’s literary genius with his love for nature.

Schnitzel and Gold Rushes: America’s Themed Tourist Towns
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Schnitzel and Gold Rushes: America’s Themed Tourist Towns

Towns like Leavenworth recreate European culture while others preserve Wild West legends.

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Summer Travel 2026 Will Be Most Expensive in Years, Airlines Aren’t Backing Off High Prices

Summer Travel 2026 Will Be Most Expensive in Years, Airlines Aren’t Backing Off High Prices

A new analysis of flight searches conducted by Points Path reveals that summer 2026 will be one of the most costly for consumers in a long time.

See a $100,000 Bill and Get a Bag of Shredded Cash at the Philly Federal Reserve

See a $100,000 Bill and Get a Bag of Shredded Cash at the Philly Federal Reserve

Even if you already know the role and history of the Federal Reserve, I’d bet a pretty penny you’ll be impressed by the rare coins and notes on display.

Lake Charles Is Part Louisiana, Part Texas and All Unique

Lake Charles Is Part Louisiana, Part Texas and All Unique

Sometimes Lake Charles appears to have an identity crisis—it can’t decide whether it’s in Louisiana or Texas.

10 Most Relaxing Beaches in the World: Only 2 Are in the US

10 Most Relaxing Beaches in the World: Only 2 Are in the US

Tropea Beach, which sits on Tyrrhenian Sea in the southern part of Italy’s Calabria region, is the world’s most relaxing beach.

Gatorland’s Swamp Walk: What to See, Where to Catch Old Florida Vibes

Gatorland’s Swamp Walk: What to See, Where to Catch Old Florida Vibes

Swamp Walk, standing on the far south end of the Gatorland property, is 27 acres of wetland.

What Top Museums Are Doing for America’s 250th Birthday Celebration

What Top Museums Are Doing for America’s 250th Birthday Celebration

These top museums frame the semiquincentennial not just as a commemoration of the past, but as an opportunity to examine the present.

Rick Steves’ Europe: Natural Poetry in Italy’s Lakes District

Rick Steves’ Europe: Natural Poetry in Italy’s Lakes District

Though just an hour north of Milan, Italy’s Lake District feels a world away from the business and bustle of Italy’s second city.

Sardinia Beyond the Beaches: From Nuraghi to Necropolises

Sardinia Beyond the Beaches: From Nuraghi to Necropolises

In the far southwest Sulcis-Iglesiente region of Italy’s island of Sardinia, wild nature and unspoiled landscapes fascinate and entice exploration.

Something’s Cooking at These Culinary Schools

Something’s Cooking at These Culinary Schools

Traveling to participate in a cooking class gives you the opportunity to see the sights around it, too.

How to Save on Summer Travel Based on Latest Trends Report

How to Save on Summer Travel Based on Latest Trends Report

Choosing a less popular destination with relatively low airfare and rental car prices can help make the trip easier and more cost effective.