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8 Small Swiss Villages That Are Worth the Detour
Switzerland is roughly the size of Vermont and New Hampshire combined, but packs an extraordinary amount into that space. German influence to the north, French in the west, Italian in the south, Romansh in remote eastern valleys. Move between those regions and the architecture, food, and landscape change entirely.
Most visitors pass through Zurich, Geneva, or Lucerne before heading to Zermatt or Interlaken, all worth it. But the country has regions most travelers never reach, and these eight villages cover that full range. All of them are worth the detour.
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A Once-Top-Secret Government City Is Open to Tours — if You Can Win the Lottery
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From 1943 until the end of World War II, Los Alamos, New Mexico didn't officially exist. Now, twice a year, a competitive lottery opens access to a small group of visitors. The next one opens June 1.
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May Edition
Where to travel: Great Bear Rainforest
What we’re loving: The Cotopaxi Losdos Zip-Off Pant — built for wherever May takes you
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Chilean Food Culture: The Comfort Foods, Customs, and Cocktails Travelers Should Know
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Chile isn't known as a foodie destination, but that simplicity is the point. The best dishes let the ingredients do the work, and what surprised me most was how familiar so much of it felt.
Here's what travelers should know before they eat their way through Chile.
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9 Essential Stops on A Southern California Taco Road Trip
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The drive from San Diego to Los Angeles is roughly three hours, making a Southern California taco road trip not just doable, but downright easy. On this list, you’ll find flour and corn tortillas, grilled meats cooked over mesquite, deep-fried fish in beer batter, creative vegan specialties using unexpected ingredients, and enough non-taco options to please even picky eaters.
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This 5-Star Mallorca Resort Gets It Right for Both Adults and Kids
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A retreat into the quieter side of Mallorca. Zafiro Palace Andratx is the rare resort that works equally well for a girls' trip and a family vacation, and this stay proved exactly why.
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