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Adventure Travel

Adventure Travel

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Is that $39 roundtrip ticket to Denver worth it? Our travel expert weighs in—and uncovers the best deals and destinations to travel to.

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Hitting the trail with someone may be the best way to get to know them. But what if “someone” is your new hubby?

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Pack your bags because we’ve identified legendary ski resorts all over the globe that you’re going to yearn to visit

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Go beyond Abbey and McPhee with a great read for wherever your next journey takes you

’Tis the season of airline sales, but figuring out just how and when to get the best deal is complicated. We’ve gathered advice from experts on ways to score the lowest ticket prices to travel the world.

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These four cobbled-together cars will get you to any resort, crag, or backcountry trailhead in style

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A “seismic swarm” of 1,400 earthquakes shut down a resort and roads, with area evacuations urged.

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Sponsor Content: Reno Tahoe

This little city is located right in the center of three adventure-centric landscapes: mountains, desert, and Lake Tahoe.

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With charging stations increasing and battery life improving all the time, the Great American Road Trip is more EV-friendly than ever. These are the most beautiful trips.

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The secret to the best adventures? The element of surprise. So embrace the unexpected—it’s good for your health, too.

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Maria Coffey’s new book, ‘Instead,’ offers wise perspective on one of the most important choices a woman can make

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Sponsor Content: Travel Wyoming

In this episode of Wildly Wyoming, Micayla and Tyrhee put their Ford Bronco to work in the mountains before rendezvousing with the other teams

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Running from hut to hut over multiple days among dramatic mountains with others offers a unique format to experience awe, sustained immersion in landscapes, and crazy fun 

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These weeklong backpacking trips are the perfect length to squeeze into a vacation

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Sponsor Content: German National Tourist Board

Three locals are adamant that Germany’s mountains, coastlines, and forests are an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. Spoiler: they’re right.

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Sponsor Content: Travel Wyoming

In this episode of Wildly Wyoming, Micayla and Tyrhee put their Ford Bronco to work in the mountains before rendezvousing with the other teams at Popo Agie Campground

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Sponsor Content: Visit Maine

Let your senses guide you to your next Maine adventure. Here’s where to plan your escape.

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After years of pushing himself to go as big and far as he could, Alastair Humphreys realized that the most valuable trips we take are usually the ones right out our doors

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After the deaths of two loved ones, the personal coach decided to break free from the life she thought she wanted to pursue the life she knew she needed

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While the adventurer was on a record-setting road trip, a message from a fan made him realize the importance of coming out

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We often write off a country or region in the wake of a government upheaval or natural disaster—like the earthquake in Turkey or recent protests in Peru. Turns out that may be the best time to go.

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Turn that vacay into a trail-running foray with these popular destination races

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After suffering from anxiety and depression for years, the wellness practitioner had a profound psychedelic experience that set her on a path to healing

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Hundreds of online platforms post traveler reviews, but only a handful police recommendations for fake or promotional content. Which ones should you rely on when planning a trip? Our expert weighs in.

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The 2023 World Happiness Report is out and Finland took the winning spot for the sixth time, and they want you to come visit—for free. Plus: awesome trip ideas in other happy countries.

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National parks protect our land and a wide variety of wildlife, many of them dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. Here are the animals and reptiles to look out for and the best ways to keep you—and them—safe.

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The legislation prohibits visiting hikers from exploring the country’s trails by themselves

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The intrepid traveler was trapped overseas, with no end to her misadventure in sight. Taking it one day at a time changed everything.

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COVID-19 lockdowns were critical for preventing the spread of the virus, but the isolation also took a toll on the strength of our immune systems. Plus: smart ways to stay healthy next time you get on a plane.

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A ride on a wild stallion teaches the adventurer that the best reason to take a chance is not knowing how it will turn out

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Run a marathon. Recover mid-flight to another continent. Run a marathon. Rinse. Repeat. 

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In her adventure memoir "Feral," Emily Pennington sets out in a van to visit all 63 of America's national parks. She faces a painful romantic breakup, a pandemic, wildfires, and a hurricane. And that's just for starters.

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Sponsor Content: Maine Tourism

Maine has it all: friendly (and uncrowded) ski resorts, trails for everyone, cozy lodging, unique events, and more

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Tipping is part of life, but it often feels confusing and stressful. Whether you’re on a river trip, a safari, or taking a ski lesson, we asked all the hard questions to provide these guidelines on how much to give—and how to do it right.

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Get a front-row seat to epic views and adventure by staying at a national-park lodge. From Yosemite’s Ahwahnee Hotel to Shenandoah’s Big Meadows Lodge, these are our favorites.

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Travel to earth’s final frontiers is more possible than ever before, with exciting plans on the horizon. The question today isn’t whether you can actually get there anymore, but whether you can afford it.

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Swedish novelist John Ajvide Lindqvis created a scary audio story geo-locked within his country’s borders to lure visitors into its beautiful natural areas. For Halloween only, you can listen to it anywhere in the world.

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It’s possible to visit the stunning Hawaiian island even if you’re on a budget, especially if you’re willing to get adventurous

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From Acadia in Maine to the Everglades in Florida, this road trip hits seven national parks, covers 1,800 miles, and guides you away from the crowds 

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Wintry parking lots and cumbersome ski gear have finally met their match

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We asked Andrew Collins, author of the new book ‘Ultimate Road Trips: USA and Canada,’ to reveal his favorite fall road trips. From underrated national parks in Utah to classic leaf peeping in New England, here’s his intel on where to go and what to do.

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Traveling this summer was chaotic and expensive. Fall trips don't have to be that way with this advice on how to save and where to go.

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