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Some bucket-list destinations will be more budget-friendly than ever this year. Here's where to go to make your dollar stretch.
With collective mega-passes, more direct flights, and super-dialed snow forecasts, it’s never been a better time to plan a destination ski trip. Our up-to-date guide has you covered for packing the most into a weekend getaway.
Hotel Rodavento in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, serves up an entrancing mix of downtime and adrenaline
Most skiers click out of their bindings to kick back for a cold one when the lifts stop swinging for the day—but not these guys
You survived the chaos of family visits and too many helpings of dessert. Now it's time to recover.
Skiers Jordy Norris and Ben Osborne chase elusive snow in a variety of Russian landscapes, like the Caucasus range and Sochi
When the world’s best gear brand teams up with top mountain guides around the globe to build multi-day climbing, trail-running, and trekking journeys, you know it’s time to start training
Because no one has time for missed connections and grueling layovers
With so much to do and see, you'll forget you have a race to run
Winter is off-season for several world-class destinations, which means lower plane fares and hotel rates. We asked Scott's Cheap Flights for advice on which trips to book.
From her home base in Flagstaff, the Diné educator and former river guide is inspiring the community to protect the landscapes of Arizona
A new lodge in Bolivia’s Uyuni salt flats exponentially ups the awe factor
They say to spend money on experiences, not things—shouldn't gift giving be the same?
Mark your calendar: it's time to do or see something big next year. Here's how to pull it off.
A ski weekend doesn't have to involve spending hundreds of dollars a night on a fancy slopeside resort. These hostels offer cozy accommodations close to some of North America's best skiing.
In Switzerland, you can board a train and ride it from the powder haven of Zermatt to an alpine resort
From unexpected snowstorms to below-freezing bathroom breaks, winter camping is a wild adventure. Some nights, you relish the hilarity of navigating tent poles with numb fingers. Other nights, you'd rather show up, sit back, and crack open a beer. If you're ready for the latter—a mix of chilly excursions and heated luxury—it's time to treat yourself at one of North America's best winter glamping sites. Here are our favorites.
'The Rounds' features mountain biker Dylan Siggers showcasing what the terrain around Fernie, British Columbia, has to offer
'A Surfer's Search' features Erik Wilkie riding the frozen waters of Lake Superior during Winter Storm Wesley in 2019
From extreme tree skiing at Mad River Glen to the nostalgic charm of Smugglers' Notch, the East Coast offers deep powder and epic backcountry terrain if you know where to find it
Tucked away among farms and barren grasslands in a forgotten corner of the state lies one of the best bouldering destinations in the country. Our video producer, a Roy fanatic, outlines how to visit the growing location without harming its fragile ecosystem.
The six most doable ski descents in North America, according to pro skier Cody Townsend and ski mountaineer Noah Howell
Hike, fish, and ski Europe's last stretch of wilderness from Niehku Mountain Villa in Swedish Lapland
Which mega-pass to buy to make the most of this season and more
You don't have to spend a fortune to take a ski trip this winter. Here's how to save money while hitting the slopes.
With ten ski areas less than an hour from Salt Lake City's airport, and incredible backcountry terrain, powder-blessed Utah is arguably the best ski destination in North America. Here's our primer on how to make the most of it.
Want to ski in jeans, boardshorts, or lederhosen? There’s a mountain for that on the Ikon Pass.
Chip Thomas is a 62-year-old local physician, activist, and world-renowned public artist
According to Craig Romano, the local guy who literally wrote the book—actually, 20 of them—on hiking in the area
The short road trip on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler packs in a ton of adventure
With new destinations, more terrain, and improved on-mountain amenities, the world's best multi-destination season pass just got better
How to score the best snow, eats, and après at six of the Centennial State's top destinations
Step one: Pick up an Ikon Pass. Step two: Invest in a really good sleeping bag.
Impossible to prove with science? Maybe. Worth a try? Absolutely.
Plus: where to stay, eat, and play outside along the way
These locals-only mountains might not have fancy spas or heated lifts, but they all sell affordable tickets and have hostels and cheap hotels nearby
Work a nine-to-five? Try these quick-fix adventures to spice up your workdays and spend more time outside.
In 'Charge,' Salomon's top skiers access a zone known as Chatter Creek and shred the immense amount of snow that's available there
You can get away on a dime at this time of year
'Cast and Carve' chronicles a group of friends as they ride snowboards and cast for golden trout in the High Sierra
Skier Dash Longe knows that the best place to score fresh powder in the morning and be back for a noon work meeting is Salt Lake City
Think Minnesota’s cycling season lasts only a few months? Guess again. The midwestern state is an ideal year-round biking hot spot.
The traverse connecting Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains in British Columbia is a renowned backcountry ski zone that's at risk
These aren't your average city parks
Catch the great southerly migration with North America's top birding enthusiasts
Forget haunted houses and corn mazes. Head out to the woods instead, where the real scares await.
These experiences will help you connect to the land while respecting the indigenous cultures that have long inhabited it
From remote wilderness resorts to a ski-in, ski-out hotel, these properties care as much about environmental practices as they do guest amenities
Instagram can make even the most far-flung places seem accessible. But how much does it really cost to get the shot?
There's an easy and quick getaway for fall leaf peeping, no matter where you are in the region
Chris Brinlee Jr and Christin Healey see first-hand why Québec City is the ultimate place to embrace the snowy season
If you’re looking for a destination to embrace all that winter has to offer, look no further than Québec.
Rich culture and outdoor adventure abound in Southwestern Québec
The Laurentians region’s namesake mountains are home to superb skiing, snowboarding, dogsledding, and more
The city is the perfect blend of historic and modern—with rich culture, good food, and great adventures. If you only have 72 hours to explore, here’s how to do it right.
From dogsledding, fat biking, and skiing in pristine wilderness to eating your way through historic and vibrant cities, Québec’s winter adventures are second to none
One of Québec’s most naturally stunning regions is home to hut-to-hut ski touring, icy-fjord sea kayaking, and more
From drone pilot Vadim Sherbakov, 'Islandia' is a tribute to Iceland's natural beauty and unparalleled aesthetic
Four urban centers that have all the makings of an epic adventure town—without the hype
The Emerald City is surrounded by mountains and has access to the ocean, but some of its biggest outdoor draws can be reached by public transportation
The festival circuit doesn't stop at the end of summer. Here are nine awesome adventure, culture, and food festivals worth traveling for.
Whether you want to chase early-season powder in the Rockies or lobster rolls in New England, we've got your perfect road trip to end the year on a high note
Blue World Voyages plans to remake the cruise for adventure sports enthusiasts who want more out of their vacation than all-you-can-eat buffets
Yes, fall in the northeast equals peak foliage. But the season also offers up an abundance of uncrowded adventures in the mountains, on lakes, and along the coast.
Because demoing bikes and gear, exploring great locations, and celebrating afterward with new friends, craft beer, and music is way more fun than riding alone
Open yourself to different worlds in this haven for the arts, culture, and the outdoors
From the French Alps to the Scottish Highlands, the iconic street-trials rider still makes time for the trails
'Thereabouts Colombia' profiles cyclists Lachlan and Angus Morton as they explore Colombia and meet its next generation of great riders
How to explore the western rivers and wilderness on the route of legendary explorer John Wesley Powell
It's situated next to Great Smoky Mountains National Park's largest campground and is a now an eerie piece of history
Eight one-of-a-kind events for those who aren't into the standard swim, bike, run
In 2018, New Zealand–based photographer Mike Dawson and his two kayaking partners dodged crocodiles, land mines, and torrential rains to paddle wild rivers in a remote corner of Africa
From the coast of Vancouver Island to the high peaks of the interior, here’s where to soak in B.C.’s unmatched autumnal beauty
Plus, tips on how to avoid said masses
For times when you want the surf and sand but not all the hype