CLOSE The coronavirus pandemic has canceled a lot of things, but your summer vacation doesn’t have to be one of them. USA TODAYSmart travelers will make the most of a three-day weekend trip when there is proper planning and savvy research. And since most of us have been in lockdown, we’ve had a little time…
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CLOSEAutoplayShow ThumbnailsShow CaptionsLast SlideNext SlideSpring break is not just for college students – it’s also a time when families, couples, friends and even honeymooners travel. The tricky part is to find enjoyable places where spring breakers don’t take over a destination with rowdiness, partying and antics.There are a variety of destinations that beckon fun and tranquil…
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CLOSEThe Caribbean is so much more than surreal turquoise water and idyllic beaches that keep people around the world coming back for more. There are thriving cultures rooted in complex histories of conquest and victory, an evolving culinary scene deeply tied to indigenous flavors and modern twists, historical landmarks with stories behind its walls, and…
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An all-new adventure is making its way to the National Geographic Explore VR app; Machu Picchu.This Oculus Studios-published app was released at the launch of Quest back in May. Developed by Force Field VR, the interactive experience takes you to extreme places on the planet. Its first experience, for example, takes you on an expedition…
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Editor’s Note: In this series, Off the Beaten Path, we’re telling the stories of outdoor guides and how they spend their time off, individually experiencing the very places they uncover for people every day. In this edition, we’re giving all the insights on how to get to California’s Channel Islands yourself and what to bring…
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Overlooking Boldt Castle in the 1000 Islands George Fischer Forged over thousands of years of glacial activity, the 1000 Islands are among natures most marvelous jewels. Straddling the border of Canada and the Northeastern United States in the Saint Lawren…
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In the last few years, Phuket has become one of the more well-known parts of Thailand. Yet, of late, over-tourism has dulled Phuket’s sparkle. But it’s not the only Thai destination where you can marvel at white-sand beaches, decorative longtail boats, and striking island towers that seem to surge out of the water. You can…
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Winter in Québec 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 Be honest with yourself: You know that Québec is the French-speaking part of Canada, that it’s somewhere in the Northeast, and that it still has real-deal winters.…
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Situated more than 600 miles southwest of Asia in the heart of the Indian Ocean, the Republic of Maldives consists of 26 natural atolls surrounding over a thousand white-sand islands. The islands sit amid endless turquoise seas and lagoons, making it the perfect place to snorkel, dive and simply escape everyday life. Because of its…
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Editor’s Note: In this series, Off the Beaten Path, we’re telling the stories of outdoor guides and how they spend their time off, individually experiencing the very places they uncover for people every day. We’ll take you on their personal journeys — unearthing natural wonders and calling out the gear they use along the way.…
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