Art + Culture

From festivals and events around the world, to museum openings and architectural wonders, let these articles inspire your next trip.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites
An aerial view of the Schwerin Castle surrounded by gardens and water and a cityscape in the background
UNESCO World Heritage
UNESCO Just Designated 24 New World Heritage Sites. These Are the Ones We Want to Visit
August 21, 2024 01:25 PM
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Bailey Berg
An overhead view of Egeskov Castle surrounded by a moat and manicured gardens in Denmark.
History + Culture
How to Go Off the Beaten Path in the Nordics
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10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites That Mix Nature and Culture
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12 Incredible UNESCO World Heritage Sites That Mix Nature and Culture
June 18, 2024 12:09 PM
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Pat Tompkins

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For the bookworms
Oslo’s Akershus Fortress
Books
The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip
Using settings as characters, the best mysteries can offer a vivid introduction to a city or country. These stories will get you started on your next adventure.
May 21, 2024 06:11 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Books
Around the World in 80 Books
April 24, 2024 10:00 AM
Books
12 Great Books to Read Before Your Trip to New York City
March 29, 2024 06:58 PM
UNESCO World Heritage
A Booklover’s Guide to One of The Only UNESCO Cities of Literature in the U.S.
March 12, 2024 02:03 PM
Health + Wellness
How Curiosity Can Transform Your Travels
January 17, 2024 12:45 PM

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Art and Architecture
The City center, cathedral, city hall and the old main bridge across the Main river at night time in Germany, Lower Franconia, Würzburg
History + Culture
History Buff? Add These Places in Germany to Your Must-See List
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A birds-eye view of cars driving along the roads at night in Lübeck, Germany
Art + Architecture
An Architecture Lover’s Dream Tour Through Germany’s UNESCO Sites and Beyond
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A view of Marksburg Castle along the Rhine River in Germany
Family Travel
This Fun, Jam-Packed Itinerary Will Have Your Family Saying “Ja” to Germany
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Museums + Galleries
Aerial view of the bowed, grass-covered rooftop of the Museum of Ethnography in Hungary
Museums + Galleries
Why Hungary Is an Epic Vacation for Culture Lovers
From Michelin-starred restaurants to Europe’s newest cultural district, Budapest’s top experiences speak to past, present, and future.
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A First Look at Fotografiska’s Newest Museum
October 27, 2023 04:19 PM
Museums + Galleries
Inside Charleston’s International African American Museum, An Institution Two Decades in the Making
October 06, 2023 11:28 AM
Museums + Galleries
Here’s How Washington, D.C. is Leading the Way in Accessible Travel
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Art + Architecture
Banksy Debuts His First Solo Art Show in 14 Years in Glasgow
June 22, 2023 05:23 PM

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History + Culture
CHARLESTON, SC, USA - AUGUST 5, 2019: St Michael's church, whose bells have crossed the Atlantic seven times after damage, dominates the colorful colonial architecture of historic Broad Street,
History + Culture
Charleston Is Best Explored on Foot—Here Are the City’s Best Walking Tours for Food, Architecture, and History
December 09, 2024 01:52 PM
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Ellen Schmedinghoff
Aerial view Sunset Poolbeg lighthouse in Ireland, Dublin bay Pier to Poolbeg Lighthouse in Ireland
History + Culture
7 Underrated Things to Do in Dublin
November 13, 2024 05:40 PM
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Yvonne Gordon
New Orleans, LA - Sep. 25, 2017: The National World War II Museum - a military history museum in New Orleans, LA. It is formerly called the D-Day Museum.
History + Culture
A History Buff’s Guide to U.S. Military Museums
November 08, 2024 08:40 AM
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Pat Tompkins

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Festivals and Events
11 Different New Year’s Traditions Around the World
Festivals + Events
New Year’s Traditions Around the World Go Way Beyond Fireworks—These Are the 14 Coolest
Fireworks and champagne might be common worldwide, but have you heard of these other New Year’s traditions?
December 23, 2024 01:12 PM
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Chris Ciolli
Food + Drink
7 Food Festivals in Chile Worth Planning Your Trip Around
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Festivals + Events
NYC’s Winter Jazzfest 2025 Celebrates 21 Years of Great Jazz
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Art + Culture
8 Lantern Festivals That’ll Brighten Your Life
November 12, 2024 01:25 AM
Holiday Travel
8 U.S. Cities Where You Can Get in the Holiday Spirit
November 06, 2024 12:01 PM

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A domed cathedral over a river at twilight.
Art + Culture
The Secret to Seeing the Vatican Without the Crowds
August 20, 2024 12:25 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
Man holding tea leaves in a bowl
History + Culture
You Have to Leave Tokyo to Try Japan’s Best Matcha
August 14, 2024 05:15 PM
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Alex Schechter
So many cheeses; so many clues about what your future travel plans might be.
Food + Drink
I Met a Cheese Fortune Teller and She Told Me Where I Had to Travel Next
August 02, 2024 04:13 PM
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Kristin Vuković
The lobby of JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Art + Architecture
Engage with Compelling Art at These Top Southern Hotels
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the interior of El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires. The store is in an old theater and you can see the stage, red curtains, and all the balconies where the seats used to be. The floor is lined with bookcases.
Cities We Love
5 Reasons to Go to Buenos Aires That Aren’t Steak and Wine
July 26, 2024 09:02 AM
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Billie Cohen
Two women in traditional Latvian clothes behind a man in white clothing
Festivals + Events
9 Festivals Around the World Worth Traveling For
July 24, 2024 07:30 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
An art nouveau bookstore with stained glass ceiling
Books
17 Independent Bookstores We Love Around the World
July 19, 2024 06:56 AM
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Tim Chester
On a Road Trip Through Wyoming, Celebrate a Legacy of Women’s Voting Rights
History + Culture
A Road Trip in Wyoming Celebrates Its Women’s Voting History
July 18, 2024 04:44 PM
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Lindsay Lambert
Time Travel Through Old New Orleans During Its Spectacular Tricentennial Celebration
Festivals + Events
A History Lover’s Guide to New Orleans
July 09, 2024 09:40 AM
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Julia Eskins
Tour guide giving a talk to a few tourists outside the Freedom House Museum in Alexandria Virginia. The museum is a federalist-style yellow-brick building and the street has other brick row houses on it. It's now a museum and National Historic Landmark.
History + Culture
A Lesser-Known Black History Museum Is Getting a Facelift and Deserved Attention
July 02, 2024 10:58 AM
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Tykesha Spivey Burton
The Ritz Theatre and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida, with its iconic sign and historic architecture.
History + Culture
5 Civil Rights Landmarks in Florida You May Not Know About (But Should)
July 02, 2024 10:55 AM
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Mariette Williams
People visiting the Louvre in Paris, France.
Art + Culture
10 Paris Museums for Every Kind of Traveler
June 27, 2024 08:20 AM
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Mae Hamilton
The Santiago Calatrava-designed Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge spans Dallas’ Trinity River.
Art + Culture
What a Local Artist Loves Most About Dallas
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There’s always something lively happening at Dallas’ Latino Cultural Center.
Art + Culture
8 Ways to Experience Dallas’ Culturally Diverse Arts Scene
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See art everywhere you look in downtown Dallas
Art + Culture
Why Art Fans Love Visiting Dallas
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Black sculpture of a headless man on a horse
Art + Culture
8 Must-Visit Stops for Your Paris Trip if You Love Art or History
June 25, 2024 04:36 PM
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Sara Lieberman
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History + Culture
Another Side of Key West? Its Rich Black History
June 18, 2024 09:57 AM
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Victoria M. Walker
Brick home on a green lawn
History + Culture
5 Black History Landmarks in the U.S. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
June 17, 2024 04:28 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Flag with the words "Paris 2024" shown flying with the Paris city skyline in the background.
Festivals + Events
9 Paris Olympic Activities That Are Free—No Reservations or Tickets Required
June 14, 2024 04:17 PM
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Kristy Alpert
Stacks and rows of vintage books with leather covers with a small globe sitting on one stack of books
Books
9 Classic Travel Books to Inspire Your Next Epic Trip
June 13, 2024 11:22 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Performers in mime attire at the Fringe advertise their shows on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh
Festivals + Events
Everything You Need to Know About the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
June 13, 2024 10:40 AM
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Shannon Reed
A rocky island bordered by sandy beaches and turquoise water
History + Culture
18 Beautiful Greek Islands for Every Kind of Traveler
June 10, 2024 08:54 AM
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Amanda Castleman
An overhead shot of a bull running through the streets surrounded by people, many dressed in white
Festivals + Events
How to Prepare for the Running of the Bulls at Pamplona’s Festival of San Fermín
June 05, 2024 02:00 PM
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Lisa Abend
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Books
9 New Books Savvy Travelers Should Put on Their Summer Reading List
June 04, 2024 12:45 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Chef Andrew Zimmern of 'Bizarre Foods' wears a white bucket hat and denim apron as he tends a barbecue grill along with some helpers
Ocean Cruises
Learn to Cook from Star Chefs on This New Culinary-Themed Cruise
May 31, 2024 07:24 PM
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Fran Golden
The New Synagogue of Mainz
UNESCO World Heritage
At These UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany, Explore Jewish Culture Past and Present
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The entryway to the opulent grand Zwinger museum complex in Dresden, Germany
History + Culture
The Rich Heritage in This German Region Makes It a Must-Visit on Your Next Europe Holiday
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A birds-eye view of the Baltic Sea and cliffs of the Jasmund National Park on Rügen Island, Germany.
UNESCO World Heritage
Experience Germany’s Maritime Past and Eco-Friendly Future at These UNESCO Sites
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A field of yellow flowers with trees and an elegant building in the background in Muskauer Park, Germany
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This Innovative European Capital Is Full of UNESCO Sites to Discover
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The painted, gilded, curved ceiling, of the Wieskirche in Germany, flanked by ornate columns and sculptures.
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UNESCO Heritage Sites in Germany Where You Can Embrace the Monk’s Life
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