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The Complete Guide to Adventure Travel
From the best hiking trails to how to get scuba certified.
Water activities
Camping
Shopping
How to Plan a Seamless Family Camping Trip
Step-by-step guidance on finding a campsite during high season, easy and delicious meal ideas, and games that'll turn your kids into lifelong campers.
Places to Stay
8 Glamping Sites to Upgrade Your Next National Park Visit
Sleep under the stars, without having to actually sleep on the ground.
Ski and snow
- Adventure
How to Safely Try Backcountry Skiing
- Adventure
Chasing Winter in Lapland, Finland
Hiking and climbing
Adventure
When the Navajo Nation Reopens, Visitors Must Return Slowly—And Respectfully
Writer Pauly Denetclaw hopes visitors will arrive at the Navajo Nation with a new perspective.
Essential gear
Islands & Beaches
The 17 Best Beaches in New Jersey
The spots worth planning a day, a weekend, or a whole week around, all summer long.
Islands & Beaches
16 Best Beaches in Mexico—Whether You Want a Quiet Surf Escape or Thrumming Nightlife
With nearly 5,800 miles of coastline, Mexico has no shortage of beach destinations.
Adventure
The 12 Best Places to Go Skiing in Switzerland
From après-ski scenes, nearly vertical slopes, and family-friendly resorts, the Swiss mountains have it all.
Inspiration
The 28 Most Beautiful Places in the Caribbean, From Jamaica's Waterfalls to the Streets of Cuba
Let the daydreaming begin.
Destinations
Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Aspen, Colorado
One of the dreamiest winter escapes—whether you're an adrenaline skiier and concertgoer, or more of a bunny-slope and shopping enthusiast.
Ski & Snow
An International Guide to the World of Après-Ski
Whether you're looking for Champagne showers in Austria or sticky-floored dives in Montana, we've got the rundown of where to go (and what to drink).
Inspiration
21 European Cities That Are Even Better in Winter
Summer temps can’t compete with mulled wine and snow-dusted canal houses.
Islands & Beaches
The 24 Best Beaches in the U.S.
All the surf and soft sand you could ask for—no passport required.
National Parks
10 National Parks to Visit During Wildflower Season
These parks are home to the country's most vivid blooms from late March through August.
Inspiration
5 Canadian Adventures to Plan Right Now
With border reopened, these are the trips to suit every type of traveler.
News & Advice
What It’s Like to Climb a Rocky Mountain Via Ferrata
Via ferratas have helped amateur hikers tackle the Alps for decades. Now, they are catching on stateside.
Shopping
6 Expert-Recommended Bug Sprays That Actually Work
Whether you're camping, hiking, or just hanging out at a nearby park.
News & Advice
How an Indigenous-Owned Adventure Company Is Bringing Bike Tourism to the Navajo Nation
Dzil Ta’ah Adventures' cycling tours pair desert landscapes with Navajo creation stories—and all tour revenue is reinvested into Navajo communities.
Inspiration
Where to See Mammoth and Dinosaur Fossils in the U.S., Including Active Dig Sites
From South Dakota to Maryland, these places are sure to please any amateur paleontologist.