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The Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in Italy
For the sun-kissed, sea-washed sweet life, nothing beats a trip to Italy’s towns on the coast.
By Matt Ortile
National Parks
What to Expect at the National Parks After Their Staff Layoffs
About 3,000 positions in the National Park Service and US Forest Service were eliminated by the Trumpov administration. Here’s what that could mean for travelers.
By Elissa Garay
Air Travel
Are Plane Crashes Actually Happening More Frequently?
We asked aviation experts to walk us through the statistics.
By Jessica Puckett
Train Journeys
13 Canadian Train Vacations to Take This Year
Ride the rails through the wilds of Canada, past the mountains of Banff and the Arctic's Northern Lights.
By Michael Kaminer and Matt Ortile
10 Countries Experimenting With a 4-Day Work Week
From Belgium to Japan, these countries are proving you can work smarter, not just harder.
By Navya Verma
The Ultimate Two-Week Itinerary for Thailand
From the bright lights and buzzy nightlife of Bangkok to some of Asia's most spectacular beaches, this is how to get the most out of a fortnight in Thailand.
By Adam Turner
54 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the United States
From ivy-covered brick buildings on the East Coast to Spanish colonial quads out west.
By Kat Chen, Timothy Latterner, and Jessica Cherner
15 Airbnbs Across the US That Are Perfect for a Bachelorette Trip
Find our top picks in Scottsdale, Nashville, East Hampton, and more.
By Taylor Mead
Women Who Travel Podcast: How to Plan a Wellness Trip—From Guinea Pig Rituals to Meditative Hikes
We convene with three of the world's premiere wellness experts to demystify jargon and gather tips and tricks.
By CNT Editors
Trending Stories
Style & Culture
How I Travel: Antoni Porowski Packs Fiber Pills and Melatonin
We peek into the airport routines and bizarre quirks of the world's most well-traveled people.
By Kaitlin Menza
Shopping
The Best Travel Pillows for Long-Haul Flights, According to Our Editors
Sleep comfortably on your next red-eye, road trip, or train ride.
By Lauren Burvill and Meaghan Kenny
Get There
What It's Like to Be a Waitress on a Cruise Ship
We caught up with Zimbabwe-born Presley Pfereka about bucket list port stops, being apart from her daughters, and writing poetry at sea.
By Ashlea Halpern
Destination Guides
Mexico City Travel Guide
How to do it right
Cape Town Travel Guide
At the edge of the earth—and the cultural cutting edge
Paris Travel Guide
Have the best trip imaginable in the City of Lights
Boston Travel Guide
Charming and legitimately historic
Bali Travel Guide
The island riding an eternal wave
New York City Travel Guide
The entire world in one place
Gold List 2025
- Gold List
The Gold List 2025: The Top Hotels and Resorts in the World
Our editors across the globe share their favorite places to stay.By CNT Editors - Gold List
The Best Cruise Ships in the World: The Gold List 2025
Our editors across the globe share the best cruise ships.By CNT Editors - Gold List
The Best Hotels and Resorts in Europe and the UK: The Gold List 2025
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.By CNT Editors - Gold List
The Best Hotels and Resorts in the US, Canada, and the Caribbean: The Gold List 2025
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.By CNT Editors - Gold List
The Gold List 2025: Best Hotels and Resorts in Mexico, Central, and South America
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.By CNT Editors - Gold List
The Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia: The Gold List 2025
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.By CNT Editors - Gold List
The Gold List 2025: The Best Hotels and Resorts in Australia and Oceania
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay and ships to sail.By CNT Editors Gold List
Our 30th list of the world’s greatest hotels and cruises captures nearly a year’s worth of work.
Women Who Travel Podcast
Women Who Travel
Women Who Travel Podcast: In Search of the Cats of the World
Lale chats with animal welfare advocate and internet personality Hannah Shaw about her life's work—meeting cats across the globe.
By CNT Editors
Women Who Travel
Women Who Travel Podcast: Brooke Shields on Gaining Agency and Power Through Travel
The icon joins host Lale Arikoglu to reflect on her life heretofore traveling the world for work.
By CNT Editors
Women Who Travel
Women Who Travel Podcast: Why This Is the Year to Visit Greenland, Kyrgyzstan, and More
A few of our well-traveled editors chat with Lale about deciding the best places to go in 2025.
By CNT Editors
Women Who Travel
Women Who Travel Podcast: A Palestinian American Chef on Creating Community Through Food
Host Lale Arikoglu speaks with Reem Assil about the power of bread, her Oakland bakery, and personal ties to Gaza.
By CNT Editors
Women Who Travel
Women Who Travel Podcast: Listeners on the Magic and Mishaps of Traveling With Kids
Host Lale Arikoglu fields calls from travelers on the ups and downs of showing children the world.
By CNT Editors
Travel Well
- Wellness & Spas
How to Stay Present During Vacation
Simple mindfulness habits can keep you focused on your vacation, instead of stressors waiting for you back home.By Jillian Dara - Wellness & Spas
Bringing Home the Spirit of Ayurveda After a Retreat in India
While self care is easy at a dedicated spa or resort, Annie Daly shows how to integrate wellness into daily life after the trip is over.By Annie Daly - Wellness & Spas
Menopause Has Finally Entered the Wellness Conversation
With dedicated programming and retreats, top spas and resorts worldwide are now helping women navigate this life phase.By Alex Postman - Wellness & Spas
What Is Womb Therapy and Do I Need It?
Writer Malia Yagoda attempts to answer these questions with a wellness treatment in Tokyo.By Maria Yagoda - Wellness & Spas
After Relying on a Wellness Regimen, a Safari Taught Me When to Let Go
One writer balances the anxiety around departing from at-home routine with the joy of being open to experiences and the need to flexible while traveling.By Todd Plummer - Wellness & Spas
Wellness Retreats, Long the Domain of Women, Are Welcoming More Men
Storied retreats and travel specialists are seeing an increase in men traveling for their health.By Prasad Ramamurthy
Winter Travel Essentials
Shopping
The Best Winter Essentials to Pack This Season
All the best cold-weather clothing, accessories, and gear you need to stay warm, whether you're hitting the slopes or trudging out to restaurants.
By Madison Flager and Meaghan Kenny
Shopping
What to Pack for a Ski Trip
The essentials you need for your next ski trip, from goggles and gloves to down jackets.
By Charlotte Davey and Jessica Chapel
Shopping
The Best Blanket Scarves to Keep You Warm at 30,000 Feet
Create your own little cocoon with an oversized scarf.
By Juliet Izon
Shopping
How to Build the Perfect Winter Capsule Wardrobe
The warm winter basics every traveler needs, from cashmere sweaters to packable puffers.
By Meaghan Kenny
Shopping
The 12 Best Winter Leggings, Tested and Reviewed
Editor favorites for winter runs, chilly plane rides, ski trips, and more.
By Meaghan Kenny
Shopping
11 Packable Winter Vests That Are Actually Warm
Insulated, water-resistant vests for every adventure.
By Lauren Dana Ellman
Train Journeys
Rail trips you'll never forget.
Ski & Snow
Inspiration and advice for your winter adventures.
Road Trips
Make your next trip worth the drive with curated itineraries, expert gear, and more.
Adventure Travel
From the best hiking trails to how to get scuba certified.
Wellness & Spas
The meaning of wellness travel has expanded to include everything from somatic meditation to hormone replacement therapy and grief counseling. But of course, good old-fashioned pampering still plays a part. From the best new spa and retreat openings to the latest wellness trends, advice, and travel essentials, here’s what we’re most excited about in the health and wellness space.
Safari
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Save up to 40% on Hotel and Resort Stays with These Bahia Principe Coupons
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Shopping
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Places to Stay
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Because the world doesn’t need another Hangover.
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Shopping
17 Travel Gadgets That Will Make Your Next Trip Smoother
Must-haves for better vacations, all under $50.
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Wellness & Spas
This Swiss Medi-Spa Promises to Fix Your Digestive Health
At one of Europe's most renowned medi-spas, writer Cara Schacter gets serious about her digestive health.
By Cara Schacter
Places to Stay
What a $100 Airbnb Looks Like Around the World
From Buenos Aires to Vienna, here's what around $100 per night can get you.
By Kyler Alvord and Paris Wilson
Style & Culture
How I Travel: Ira Madison III Will Make a Beeline for This Tokyo Gay Bar
We peek into the airport routines and bizarre quirks of the world's most well-traveled people.
By Kaitlin Menza
Wellness & Spas
In Rural Japan, Learning Zen Mindfulness at an 800-Year-Old Temple
At a big-hearted retreat surrounded by nature, Zen rituals fused with mindfulness practices teach Kate Crockett to be more present.
By Kate Crockett
Cruise
Cruise Etiquette: The Nuances of Adults-Only Cruising
Not all adult cruises are made equal. Here's what to know before you book.
By Scott Laird
Shopping
MZ Wallace's Metro Tote Is the Most Versatile Bag I Own
It seamlessly transitions between work, travel, and everything in between.
By Lauren Dana Ellman
Places to Stay
The Best Airbnbs in Ibiza and Formentera
Idyllic rentals for a sunny island getaway.
By Maya Boyd, Lauren Burvill, and Charley Ward
Places to Stay
The Best Family-Friendly Hotels in London
Among the top picks are some icons you might not expect, happy to mix elegance and inclusivity for intergenerational stays.
By Rosalyn Wikeley
Destinations
The Best Hotels in Vienna for Old World Glamour and Avant-Garde Design
These are the hotels to look to when planning a trip to the revived Austrian city, from grand classics to new addresses
By Rick Jordan
Family Travel
17 Parenting Hacks I Picked Up Traveling the World With My Toddler
The best tips that helped Ashlea Halpern survive a three-month, six-continent trip with her toddler.
By Ashlea Halpern
Women Who Travel
Go on Safari With Your Friends
That big bucket list trip? You don't need to save it for a honeymoon.
By Megan Spurrell