What is an outdoor adventure without a little danger? This unique type of hike is one of Samantha Brown's favorites (and don't worry, it's not too dangerous).
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Cenote swimming is one of the great bucket list experiences in Mexico. With more than 7,000, there's plenty of choice, but these are the best of the best.
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You don't need Beyoncé to see this halo. What exactly is Pilot's Glory, the rainbow ring around a plane's shadow, and how can to improve your odds of seeing it?
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This brilliant solution helps travelers find gorgeous walking routes that don't include stairs, saving priceless breath for all those breathtaking experiences.
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To recline or not to recline – an age-old controversy that has divided airplane passengers. That's why we spoke exclusively to an expert to settle the debate.
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With tens of thousands of visitors a day, Disney parks somehow manage to stay impeccably clean – and this one does it with very few trash cans.
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Food tours are a great way to explore new cultures, but they can also be tourist traps. Heed Rick Steves' advice and avoid this one type of food tour in Europe.
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Forget the Grand Canyon and Lake Powell (okay, not really). This lake in Arizona is a stunning place to hike up giant granite boulders and then go boating.
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New Zealand is a coffee lover's paradise. That is, unless you like this popular type of brew. But don't worry, you'll have plenty of (better) options.
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Embark on this stunning road trip along a historic highway through New York, Canada, and Pennsylvania for stunning scenery and outdoor adventures.
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One of Rick Steves' favorite European countries doesn't even show up in the top 10 most visited! Don't miss out on this underappreciated destination.
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Bringing this type of luggage to a music festival can leave you with a heavy bag to lug around, dirty clothes, and a crowded tent. Here's what to do instead.
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When you hear "Minnesota" visions of Germany are probably not what come to mind, but this unique little town has kept its European heritage alive.
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Anaheim is an underrated gem in California with lots to do and see beyond Disneyland! Here are some of the best activities to check out on your trip.
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Sometimes a brush with a stingray is unpreventable. However, this odd-looking but useful approach can increase your chances of avoiding a painful sting.
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Rick Steves recommends trying a local food tour in this country for one of the best and most unique culinary experiences Europe has to offer.
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If you don't want to look like other tourists when you're visiting France, you'll want to avoid this common action ... which may prove to be difficult!
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America's Finest City has a stringent alcohol law for its public beaches. Here’s what you need to know so you don’t run afoul of it on your next vacation.
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This offensive gesture can affect you and fellow parkgoers if you use it when posing for photos at Disney. Actress Elisabeth Moss learned this the hard way.
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Koh Samui is one of Thailand's most beautiful islands, but after this season of White Lotus airs, it's bound to get busier and more expensive, so go ASAP!
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Three miles is all you have to hike to take in the scenery at Olympic National Park. This short hike is the most popular, but don't worry, there's plenty more.
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Dating apps like Tinder are a great way to meet new people when traveling, but they can also be dangerous. We talked exclusively to an expert to learn more.
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If you loved the movie "Encanto," gather your musical family and friends and head to Disney World this summer for an epic sing-a-long show at Epcot!
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The Matterhorn is a stunning and intimidating mountain in Switzerland, and Rick Steves knows the perfect place to use as a base to explore it.
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One of Florida's most beautiful trails, teeming with wildlife and tranquil beaches, is actually an easily accessible hike only half an hour out of Miami!
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Eating authentic gelato in Italy is a rite of passage. And if there's anyone who knows Italy, it's Stanley Tucci. Here's his favorite gelateria in Florence.
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Australia has never ceased to impress tourists with its incredible selection of wildlife. View native and rare fauna at this "zoo," where animals roam free.
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