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Hope on the Great Barrier Reef
One of our editors shares her tour of the Great Barrier Reef of Australia and what she learned about efforts to rehabilitate this critical marine habitat.
Traveling the U.S. Civil Rights Trail
Travel back in time along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail to better understand our past, present, and future.
6 Ways to Get More Bike in Your Life
Simple ways to make your days — and your world — more bikeable.
Take the Polar Bear Plunge
Looking for an instant boost to your health and mood? Go jump in a (frozen) lake.
How One Woman Discovered Her Roots by Traveling to Ghana
Exploring the lands of your ancestors brings a new understanding of your identity and origins.
Romantic Escapes
Leaving regular life behind for a getaway or vacation can be hard, but it’s worth it for the health of your relationship.
Consider Agritourism for Your Next Vacation
For your next vacation, check out the rural pleasures of an agritourism farm to get in touch with the land — and to better understand the sources of your food.
How to Make Your Ski Vacation More Environmentally Friendly
Downhill skiing and snowboarding are environmentally expensive sports. Can they become more sustainable?
5 Adventures to Take With Your Dog
Looking for adventurous inspiration? Your pup’s ready to show the way.
How to Take a Micro-Getaway
We could all use a little R&R, especially as autumn ramps up. Try these ideas to get out of the house for fun and restorative mini vacations.
9 Hidden Gems of Our National Park System
Escape into nature and step back in time to explore some of the less-visited treasures in our national park system.
Hometown Adventures
Embark on a local outing to rediscover your surroundings — and a new side of yourself.
East Meets West
Separated by decades and thousands of miles, a family reunites in Istanbul.
4 Art Parks to See
Art parks and sculpture gardens invite you to get into nature and move your body while enjoying their remarkable collections. Here are four to visit.
4 Great Foodie Cities
Here are four cities that aren’t known for their food scenes — but ought to be.
The Contemplative Art of Fly-Fishing
Fly-fishing is a meditative activity that deepens your connection with nature, fellow anglers, and yourself.
Migration Stations
Each year, millions of birds engage in a remarkable feat of endurance as they fly from one continent to another. These six birdwatching hotspots offer the chance to see them as they rest during their journey.
Heritage Travel
The National Park Service is known for conserving ecological wonders and recreation areas, but these six historical sites connect us with our past — and help us make sense of the present.
How to Take a Race-Cation
Sports travel lets you combine your favorite fitness passion with the opportunity to explore new places.
5 Adventures for People Who Ride Fat-Tire Bikes
One of our senior editors shares the skinny on riding a fat-tire bike.
Happy Trails
Colorado’s mountain dude ranches are dandy places to make four-legged friends – and reconnect with your own free spirit.