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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture
By Lola Méndez
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Our favorite places to stay, eat, drink, explore, and linger in one of Mexico's most captivating beach towns.

By Cool Material
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
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Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta

Come for the mountains, ocean, and adventure. Stay for the martinis, massages, and freshly cleaned sunglasses.

By Lanny Fuller
Inside the 35th Kentucky Bourbon Festival Inside the 35th Kentucky Bourbon Festival
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Inside the 35th Kentucky Bourbon Festival

Bourbon has never been bigger. And somehow, it still has secrets.

By Lanny Fuller
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The ‘Castle of the Rockies’ Is a Can’t-Miss Canadian Getaway

This luxurious resort with outstanding hospitality and unparalleled views just might ruin other hotels for you.

By Brandon Withrow
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These Are the 5 Most Underrated Regions in Italy

Having visited 18 of the nation's 20 regions—with only Sardinia and Molise left—here are the hidden gems of Italy that tourists are missing out on.

By Kaitlyn Rosati
Aosta, Italy (Valle D_Aosta)
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We’re on the Hunt for the Best Work Bag

Our editors attempt to find the most versatile, stylish, and practical bag for work commutes.

By John A. Paradiso
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How to Pack for a Week in Europe

By Johnny Motley
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The 5 Best Upstate New York Hotels for an Off-Season Getaway

A travel pro who takes a snowy staycation every winter shares her favorite hotels.

By Kaitlyn Rosati
Snowy Roads in Upstate NY in winter (photo_ Kaitlyn Rosati)