The 13 Most Beautiful Pink Sand Beaches in the World
Whether it’s peach-toned, flamingo-hued, or a soft pastel, most of us can agree: a pink beach is undeniably magical.
True pink sand is rare. Fewer than a dozen beaches in the world keep that hue year-round. But add in coral-rich shores that shift between rose, red, and orange, and you get 13 stunning coastlines where the sand is just as vivid as the reef offshore.
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Meet the World's First 'Chief Aurora Chaser'
Photo: Hurtigruten/Stian Klo
Astrotourism is booming, and one northern lights expert just turned it into a job title. Hurtigruten’s newly appointed Chief Aurora Chaser guides travelers through Norway’s dark Arctic skies in pursuit of the northern lights, blending science, storytelling, and serious skywatching.
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FEBRUARY EDITION
Where to travel: A post-Olympic itinerary through Austria, France, and Switzerland
Where to stay: Casa Yati, Oaxaca
What we’re loving: Willy Wonka in 12K, a next-level shared reality experience in LA
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The 10 Prettiest Places to Camp on the West Coast
From oceanfront campsites to redwood forests and glacier-framed peaks, the West Coast delivers some of the most scenic camping in America.
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Inside the Dangerous World of Durian in Malaysia
Photo: Ian Poh Jin Tze
Often joked about as “the smelliest fruit,” durian is actually the center of a fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar industry. In Malaysia, high-stakes plantations and rising demand have reshaped the landscape around this fruit.
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Destination: British Columbia
Photo: Destination BC
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DESTINATION BC
Canada’s coastal, mountainous province of British Columbia is one of the most gorgeous regions in all of North America, with landscapes from hidden coves to lush rainforests to alpine glaciers and everything in between.
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Traveling Route 66? Stay Somewhere With History
Route 66 turns 100 in 2026, and celebrations will stretch from Chicago to Santa Monica. These charming Airbnbs in historic towns put you close to neon signs, roadside diners, and Mother Road nostalgia.
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