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Active Vacations

Active vacations that combine adventure with indulgence, offering thrilling experiences without compromising on comfort. Detailed guides to destinations that provide a perfect blend of outdoor activities—such as hiking, cycling, scuba diving or skiing—with five-star accommodations and top-tier amenities. Unique and exhilarating experiences, from guided treks in breathtaking landscapes to private yoga retreats and personalized adventure tours. Active pursuits complemented by gourmet dining, spa treatments and bespoke services. A go-to resource for planning an invigorating yet luxurious escape. Read more about Travel.

18 Hotels That Make Sport the Destination, Not the Amenity

The new luxury hotel is a year-round sports academy with rooms—these are the ones worth the carry-on.
By Paul Jebara
waterfall in-between mountains.

20 Extraordinary U.S. National Parks Across America

From Acadia’s granite coast to Zion’s red-rock canyons, these parks remain America’s greatest outdoor spectacle.
By Paul Jebara

The 12 Best Public Golf Courses Within Two Hours of New York City—No Membership Required

From Metro-North-accessible municipal courses to a Tillinghast original on the Delaware, here's where to play this spring without the country-club gatekeeping.
By Paul Jebara

The Best Car-Free Spring Hikes Near New York City

By Paul Jebara

The 12 Most Scenic Tennis Courts Around the World

By Paul Jebara

From the Amazon to the Serengeti: 8 Travel Companies Empowering Local Communities

By Katherine Parker-Magyar

Mongolia’s Next Chapter in Travel Is Unfolding, From Ulaanbaatar to the Steppe

By Rana Good

In Pursuit of Powder: Catskiing Colorado’s Remote Irwin Backcountry

By Katherine Parker-Magyar

How a Voyage Through the Galápagos Became a Lesson in Connection

By Allie Lebos

The Rise of the Cowboycation: Western Getaways Take the Reins

By Lindsay Cohn
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Tracking South Africa’s Big Five: A Safari of Conservation and Adventure

By Mark Eveleigh

Greenland’s Most Remote Arctic Areas Have Never Been More Accessible

By Kayla Becker
A climber in a red jacket scaling a steep, icy cliff with crampons and safety rope, set against a bright, snowy backdrop.

The Ultimate Luxury Gift Guide for Cold-Weather Explorers

By Merin Curotto
Wild horses standing in a field

From Montana to New Hampshire, These Are the Most Majestic Getaways for Equestrians and Horse Lovers

By Erica Chayes Wida

Flockhill Unveils the Latest Vision in Ultra-Luxe New Zealand Lodging

By Brad Japhe
wildlife and scenery in Rakiura, New Zealand

An Adventurer’s Paradise: Everything to Know About New Zealand’s Stewart Island

By Brad Japhe

The Most Unique Ways to Enjoy the Total Solar Eclipse

By Dustin Nelson

From Urban Chic to Jungle Retreats: 12 Must-Visit Hotels of 2024

By Paul Jebara

Where to Enjoy a Winter Adventure in the Northeast

By Gaby Keiderling

An Aesthete’s Guide to Tasmania

By Paul Jebara

The 7 Best Cold-Weather Hikes Right Outside of New York City

By Gaby Keiderling

6 Swoon-Worthy Seychelles Hotels for Your Next Getaway

By Rana Good
Image: Waterfalls in Costa Rica.

13 Destinations for the Bold and the Curious in 2024

By Paul Jebara
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10 Extraordinary UNESCO Sites to Explore Across America

By Paul Jebara
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