Outdoors

5 Forbidden Islands You Can’t Visit (And Why They’re Off-Limits)

Travelers are often fascinated — and tempted — by the allure of the hidden and the forbidden. Here are five islands that are strictly (or mostly) off-limits to tourists.

10 U.S. Cities With the Gloomiest Weather

If you're seeking sunny weather on your travels, you may want to avoid these 10 U.S. cities with the cloudiest conditions.

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5 Mountain Towns Accessible Only by Cable Car

As special as mountain towns can be, they sometimes make you work a little to get there. Some of the most beautiful towns in the world have no road access, leaving cable cars as the only way up.

Outdoors
9 of the Most Beautiful Places To Visit in Australia

From impossibly colored lakes to picture-perfect beaches and the world's largest reef, the natural wonders of Australia are like nowhere else on Earth. Check out nine of our favorite places to visit in Australia.

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10 U.S. Airports With Outdoor Lounges Any Traveler Can Access

Airport planners across the country are increasingly incorporating green spaces and outdoor terraces into terminal designs — and you don’t need a business-class ticket or status with an airline to access them.

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