9 Reasons Egypt’s New $1 Billion Museum Is One of the World’s Best

After two decades of anticipation, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) has finally opened beside the Pyramids of Giza. Larger than Vatican City and home to more than 100,000 artifacts, it’s the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization.

Here’s why the GEM is one of the most spectacular museums ever built, and the nine features worth knowing before you go.

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The Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide For Travelers

Our Matador Network team has tested gear, gadgets, apparel, and travel essentials all over the world, from the volcanic Galápagos to Norway’s rugged coast. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite finds, and these are the best travel gifts for 2025.

Ultimate Travel Hacks

Our weekly guide to take the headache out of travel.

Does Travel Insurance Cover Natural Disasters?

Whether you’re preparing for future travels or navigating a crisis abroad right now, here’s what you need to know about travel insurance and natural disasters.

How Hotels Are Changing the Way We Travel

A new study finds that the rise of “lifestyle hotels” (places that blend design, sustainability, and local connection) proves that where you stay matters just as much as where you go.

A Local's Guide to Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia

With oceanfront boardwalks, creative neighborhoods, and a laid-back coastal vibe, Virginia Beach is more than a summer destination. Here’s how to experience it like a local, from an insider who calls it home.

I Built a Travel Company for Connection

What happens when a solo traveler builds a business around community? A week in Japan proved why it matters, becoming a journey of connection and self-discovery that changed how we see the world and ourselves.

Get All the Beach Access but None of the Crowds at This Boutique Resort in Aruba

This Dutch-inspired, eco-conscious property proves you don’t need crowds to experience the best of the Caribbean.

Gear Up

Discover our favorite tech and travel gear essentials.