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See. C&O Canal Towpath↗ Hike or bike this 184.5-mile trail along the Potomac River, starting in Georgetown. National Museum of African American History & Culture↗ Explore the only museum in the country dedicated to African American culture and history. National Gallery of Art↗ Wander through this free museum on the National Mall for an afternoon of art. National Herb Garden Discover one of the country's most extensive herb collections within the U.S. National Arboretum.

Eat. Maydān Experience Lebanese cuisine with a wood-fired hearth and global flavors in a unique setting. Zorba’s Cafe Enjoy Greek food at this long-standing restaurant off Dupont Circle. Dōgon Try ambitious cuisine at Kwame Onwuachi's polished Washington D.C. restaurant.

Stay. Willard InterContinental Stay in this historic 200-year-old landmark hotel. Hay-Adams Book a stay at this grand hotel with a rich history. The Jefferson Consider this historic hotel for a luxurious stay. The Wharf Base yourself in this reimagined neighborhood for modern hotels overlooking the Potomac.

Condé Nast TravelerOct 14, 2026

This is Where Health Insurance Will Cost You the Most—and Least—Around the World

The SIP Health Cost Index ranks the average cost of private health insurance in 60 countries, including Singapore, Morocco, and Malta.

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  • United StatesPlacecountry with the most expensive private healthcare
  • Elsewhere
  • MexicoPlaceMexico City, Mexicoseventh most expensive private healthcare
  • BrazilPlaceBrasilia, Brazileighth most expensive private healthcare
  • ThailandPlaceBangkok, Thailandtenth most expensive private healthcare
  • BahamasSightNassau, Bahamasninth most expensive private healthcare
  • ChinaPlaceBeijing, Chinafourth most expensive private healthcare
  • United KingdomPlaceLondon, United Kingdomfifth most expensive private healthcare
  • United Arab Emirates, DubaiPlaceDubai, United Arab Emiratessixth most expensive private healthcare
  • NigeriaPlaceAbuja, Nigerialeast expensive private healthcare
  • EgyptPlaceCairo, Egyptsecond least expensive private healthcare
  • SwedenPlaceStockholm, Swedenthird least expensive private healthcare
  • MauritiusPlacePort Louis, Mauritiusfourth least expensive private healthcare
  • KenyaPlaceNairobi, Kenyafifth least expensive private healthcare
  • NorwayPlaceOslo, Norwaysixth least expensive private healthcare
  • NetherlandsPlaceAmsterdam, The Netherlandsseventh least expensive private healthcare
  • MaltaPlaceValletta, Maltaninth least expensive private healthcare
  • RomaniaPlaceBucharest, Romaniatenth least expensive private healthcare
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BBC TravelSep 20

What it's like to sleep along Maryland's 200-year-old canal, one lock-keeper house at a time

The C&O Canal was a thriving 19th-Century waterway, and a strategic asset during the Civil War. Today, its historic lockhouses offer overnight guests a unique way to relive US history.

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  • C&O Canal TowpathTrailRecreational trail running beside the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal.
  • GeorgetownNeighborhoodWashington DC's cobblestoned 18th-Century neighborhood.
  • Elsewhere
  • Canal Quarters lockhousesHotelMaryland, United StatesEight lockhouses available for overnight stays.
  • Lockhouse 10HotelMaryland, United StatesFurnished to evoke the late 1930s.
  • Old Angler's InnRestaurantPotomac, United StatesOffers burgers and jugs of water for towpath users.
  • Mather GorgeSightMaryland, United StatesA steep, razor-narrow chasm on the Potomac River.
  • Lockhouse 21HotelMaryland, United StatesOutfitted to recall 1916, the canal's twilight era.
  • Great Falls Tavern Visitor CenterMuseumPotomac, United StatesA former lockhouse turned visitor center.
  • Lockhouse 22HotelMaryland, United StatesClosest to living like 19th-century lock-keepers; no electricity.
  • Seneca AqueductSightMaryland, United StatesWater-filled bridge carrying canal over Seneca Creek.
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Lonely PlanetSep 10

How to Travel to the Caribbean in Hurricane Season

Hurricane season means great deals and smaller crowds across the Caribbean. Here’s how to pick the right island, time your trip and protect your booking.

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  • US National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationPlacetracks hurricane activity in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea
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  • Puerto RicoSightSan Juan, Puerto Ricohigh hurricane risk, peak risk mid-August through October
  • AntiguaSightSt. John's, Antigua and BarbudaIt is one of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean region and the most populous island of the country of Antigua and…
  • BarbadosSightBridgetown, Barbadoslow hurricane risk, rare direct hits
  • BahamasSightNassau, BahamasThe country comprises 700 islands, and more than 2,500 cays in the Atlantic Ocean, located north of Cuba and north-west…
  • ABC islandsNeighborhoodOranjestad, Arubamostly hurricane-free
  • Caribbean Hurricane Network BlogPlaceSan Juan, Puerto Ricopowered by NASA radar, has hurricane correspondents
  • JamaicaSightKingston, Jamaicamedium hurricane risk, generally spared direct hits
  • Dominican RepublicSightSanto Domingo, Dominican Republicmedium hurricane risk, mountainous interior breaks high winds
  • US Virgin IslandsSightCharlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islandshigh to medium hurricane risk, peak risk mid-August through October
  • British Virgin IslandsSightRoad Town, British Virgin Islandsmedium to low hurricane risk, peak risk mid-August through October
  • CuraçaoSightWillemstad, Curacaovery low hurricane risk, last hit in 1877
  • St LuciaSightCastries, Saint Lucia
  • St VincentSightKingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Turks & CaicosMuseumCockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 2

Planning a Fall Foliage Trip? Book These Amtrak Routes

Each journey offers scenic and convenient access to premier leaf peeping destinations in the US and Canada.

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  • AmtrakPlaceRail service with routes across US and Canada
  • VermonterPlaceAmtrak train route from Washington DC to St. Albans, VT
  • Elsewhere
  • California ZephyrPlaceChicago, United StatesAmtrak train route from Chicago to Emeryville, CA
  • Millennium ParkParkGrand Rapids, United States1,500-acre park with 18 miles of treelined trails
  • Dells of the Wisconsin River State Natural AreaNature reserveWisconsin Dells, United StatesArea with trees, cliffs, canyons, and rock formations
  • Smoky MountainsMotelGatlinburg, United StatesArea with a fall foliage map for predictions
  • Farmer’s AlmanacPlaceNew York, United StatesSee probable peak fall color dates for every US state, from early October through early November, plus top leaf-peeping…
  • Fort Dummer State ParkTrailBattleboro, United StatesPark with hiking trails and overlooks near Battleboro
  • Pere MarquettePlaceChicago, United StatesAmtrak train route from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI
  • Blanford Nature CenterTrailGrand Rapids, United StatesNature center with walking trails through old-growth forest
  • Calvin Ecosystem Preserve and Native GardensTrailGrand Rapids, United StatesPreserve with scenic trails through forests and wetlands
  • Robinette’s Apple Haus and WineryRestaurantGrand Rapids, United StatesOrchard for apple picking and winery
  • The Leonard at Logan HouseHotelGrand Rapids, United StatesHistoric bed and breakfast built in 1914
  • Empire BuilderPlaceChicago, United StatesAmtrak train route from Chicago to Seattle
  • River WalkTrailWisconsin Dells, United StatesScenic walk along the water in Wisconsin Dells
  • Sundara Inn & SpaHotelWisconsin Dells, United StatesDestination spa in the Midwest with various treatments
  • Lake TahoeHotelTruckee, United StatesRegion with colorful foliage and outdoor activities
  • Hyatt Regency Lake TahoeHotelTruckee, United StatesResort and spa on Lake Tahoe
  • DowneasterPlaceBoston, United StatesAmtrak train route from Boston to Brunswick, ME
  • Peaks IslandNeighborhoodPortland, United StatesIsland in Casco Bay accessible by ferry
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National GeographicAug 14

This National Park Will Let You Spend the Night in a 200-Year-Old Lockhouse

Hugging the Potomac from D.C. to the Appalachian foothills, the C&O Canal is best experienced by bicycle and capped off with a night in a historic lockhouse.

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  • C&O CanalTrailWashington, United States184.5-mile towpath trail from D.C. to Cumberland, Maryland
  • Potomac RiverSightWashington, United Stateswater-powered commerce channel dreamed of in the 1770s
  • Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical ParkParkWashington, United States150-mile towpath trail from Georgetown to the Ohio River
  • Great Allegheny PassageTrailWashington, United Statesbike trail that picks up where the C&O towpath ends
  • Wheelzup AdventuresPlaceCumberland, United Statesbike outfitter located along the towpath in Cumberland
  • Locals Farm MarketRestaurantPoolesville, United Statesoffers a mouthwatering lunch in Poolesville
  • Brunswick Heritage MuseumMuseumBrunswick, United Statesfeatures an impressive model railroad floor
  • Railroad View ParkParkBrunswick, United Statestwo-story observation deck where B&O workers once overlooked the train yard
  • Beans in the BelfryCaféBrunswick, United Statesoffers live music
  • O’Hurley’s General StoreMarketShepherdstown, United States100-year-old store with weekly old-time music circles
  • Alma BeaRestaurantShepherdstown, United StatesAppalachian bistro led by a James Beard-nominated chef
  • AntietamSightSharpsburg, United Statessite of one of the Civil War’s bloodiest battles
  • Cushwa BasinSightWilliamsport, United Statesspot canal infrastructure like a lockhouse and turning basin
  • Paw Paw TunnelSightPaw Paw, United Stateshalf-mile-long, nearly pitch-black tunnel to walk bicycles through
  • DelFestFestivalCumberland, United Stateslongstanding bluegrass festival in Cumberland
  • The Wills HotelHotelCumberland, United States20-room boutique stay on Baltimore Street
  • Canal Quarters ProgramPlaceWashington, United Stateshistoric lockhouses available for overnight stays
  • Lockhouse 22HotelWashington, United Statesnicknamed 'Pennyfield', evokes the canal's earliest days
  • Swains LockHotelWashington, United StatesLockhouse 21, reflects a modern take on the 1920s
  • Lockhouse 6HotelWashington, United Statesaka 'Brookmont', styled like the 1950s
  • Lockhouse 49HotelWashington, United Stateshas 'half amenities' like an outdoor water pump
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Lonely PlanetAug 10

The 11 best museums in Washington, DC

With so many museums to visit (for free!), you could spend your entire trip on the National Mall.

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Lonely PlanetJul 30

The USA's Top 10 Shoulder Season Destinations

Cool mornings, fewer crowds and lower prices make shoulder season an ideal time to explore these 10 fantastic locations in the United States.

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  • Needles HighwayTrailCuster State Park, United Statesfamed for its granite spires and narrow tunnels
  • Saguaro National ParkTrailTucson, United Statesfeatures cactus-studded trails like the Valley View Trail
  • Mount RushmoreSightRapid City, United Statesmarked its 100th anniversary in 2025
  • Wildlife LoopAirportCuster State Park, United Statesdrive for bison, pronghorn and wild burros
  • Badlands National ParkSightRapid City, United Statesoffers dramatic landscapes all along the 39-mile Loop Road
  • Main StreetNeighborhoodRapid City, United Statesstroll for life-size bronze statues of past presidents
  • Art AlleyNeighborhoodRapid City, United Stateswander for graffiti-style murals
  • Dinosaur ParkParkRapid City, United Statesseven super-size concrete dinos watched over the city
  • Firehouse Brewing CompanyPubRapid City, United Statesoldest brewery in South Dakota
  • Dane County Farmers’ MarketMarketMadison, United Statesoffering local produce, farm-fresh eggs, cheese curds
  • Wisconsin State CapitolSightMadison, United Statesarchitecturally stunning, features a 360-degree observation deck
  • Olbrich Botanical GardensGardenMadison, United Statesinvites peaceful strolls, enhanced by outdoor art exhibit
  • GLEAMPlaceMadison, United Statesoutdoor art exhibit featuring large-scale light installations
  • Capital City State TrailTrailMadison, United Statescycle for scenic farmland and lakeside views
  • TaliesinNature reserveSpring Green, United StatesFrank Lloyd Wright's home, an important stop on his trail
  • Frank Lloyd Wright TrailTrailMadison, United Statesincludes Taliesin and Madison's Monona Terrace
  • Monona TerraceSightMadison, United Statespart of the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail
  • Tornado Steak HouseRestaurantMadison, United Statessupper club vibes and hearty chops
  • Arizona-Sonora Desert MuseumZooTucson, United States98-acre zoo, botanical garden and natural history museum
  • Valley View TrailTrailSaguaro National Park, United Stateswinds through saguaros, prickly pear and teddy bear cholla
  • Pima Air & Space MuseumMuseumTucson, United Statesget close to historic aircraft
  • San Xavier Del Bac MissionSightTucson, United Statesbeautifully preserved Spanish colonial mission
  • Tucson Bike ToursPlaceTucson, United Statesbook for taco tour, sample Sonoran hot dog
  • Burns Basin OverlookSightBadlands National Park, United States
  • Pinnacles OverlookSightBadlands National Park, United States
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Lonely PlanetJul 30

7 of the best places in the US to visit in the fall

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  • Grand Teton National ParkSightJackson, United Statesoffers big mountain west views, explosion of golds and oranges
  • Schwabacher LandingSightGrand Teton National Park, United Statessnap photo of the range or spot moose and elk
  • YellowstoneSightJackson, United Statespanoramic autumn views of scenic valleys without crowds
  • Nora’s Fish Creek InnRestaurantJackson, United Stateshearty breakfast
  • Snake River BrewingRestaurantJackson, United Stateslunch spot
  • Teton TigerRestaurantJackson, United Statesdinner and drinks
  • Triangle X RanchHotelJackson, United Statescozy autumn accommodation with mountain flair
  • Tahoe Rim TrailTrailLake Tahoe, United Stateshike some of the trail
  • Hope ValleyPlace of worshipLake Tahoe, United Statesmore foliage-related extravagance
  • Piping Rock StablesPlaceLake Tahoe, United Statestrail ride through the Sierra Nevada wilderness
  • FreshiesRestaurantSouth Lake Tahoe, United Statesveggie-oriented dishes
  • Base CampRestaurantSouth Lake Tahoe, United Statespizza
  • Himmel HausRestaurantSouth Lake Tahoe, United StatesGerman eats
  • Old Post Office CafeRestaurantIncline Village, United Statesbreakfast or lunch
  • Old Range SteakhouseRestaurantIncline Village, United Statesdive into some protein
  • Cedar Glen LodgeHotelIncline Village, United Statesrustic standouts on the north side
  • Incline LodgeHotelIncline Village, United Statesboutique standouts on the north side
  • Coachman HotelHotelSouth Lake Tahoe, United StatesMore flexible cancellation and rescheduling policies.
  • Rock CitySightChattanooga, United Statesold-school tourism vibes
  • Ruby FallsAttractionChattanooga, United Stateswaterfall within Lookout Mountain
  • Hunter Museum of ArtMuseumChattanooga, United Statesspend hours here for contemporary art
  • Tennessee AquariumAquariumChattanooga, United StatesRiver exhibit explores river environments
  • Main Street MeatsRestaurantChattanooga, United Stateswows with decadent sandwiches and potato salad
  • CalliopeRestaurantChattanooga, United Statesmodern Levantine spot with beautiful drinks
  • Jeffrey HotelHotelSouth Lake Tahoe, United States
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Atlas ObscuraJul 22

Suns Cinema in Washington, D.C.

Set on one of the best streets in Washington, DC, this neighborhood gem has the perfect mix of an impressive film selection and delicious cocktails. Affordable tickets to see a big variety of movies screened almost daily make this spot worth visiting. Independently run, the owner David Cabrera shows films he likes that range in topic, format, and style. The place is decorated with some nods to…

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  • Suns CinemaSightDecorated with movie nods like zebra and flamingo wallpaper.
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Atlas ObscuraApr 10

These Historic D.C. Spots Tell America’s Story

This year, the United States celebrates a major milestone: 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed and America became an independent nation. The country’s Semiquincentennial is an important time to reflect on the people, ideals, and events that have shaped it, as well as what the future holds. And what better place to celebrate the U.S. than its capital city? D.C. is home to…

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 19, 2025

23 Best Hotels in Washington, DC, the Nation's Vibrant Capital

Where to stay in the home of presidents and presidential suites.

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 13, 2025

The Soulful Lebanese Restaurants That Bring Together DC's Immigrant Community

Since the 1970s, Lebanese immigrants in the DC area have used food—pillowy pita, tender grape leaves, smoky babaghanoush—to create a sense of home.

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  • The WharfNeighborhoodwaterfront DC neighborhood
  • MaydānRestaurantfirst Middle Eastern restaurant to earn a Michelin star
  • Lebanese TavernaRestaurantfirst on the scene in Arlington, opened in 1979
  • LebTavRestaurantfast-casual concept, one inside the Pentagon food court
  • Lebanese Taverna MarketMarketlocated in Arlington
  • ZaytinyaRestauranteastern Mediterranean mezze eatery in DC’s Penn Quarter
  • ililiRestaurantstylish Lebanese restaurant, second location at The Wharf
  • NeylaRestaurantpopular Lebanese restaurant in Georgetown
  • Kirby ClubPlacesocial club founded in 1933, reopened as NAJA
  • NAJARestaurantreopened space, named for grandmother Najah
  • Villa YaraRestaurantopened in 2023 in a renovated Georgetown townhouse
  • Iskandar Restaurant GroupPlace
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The GuardianMar 16, 2024

A local’s travel guide to Washington DC: what to eat, see and do in three days

Top sights in Washington include Capitol Hill Books, the Black Cat music venue and a top-rated Filipino restaurant From phone chargers to podcasts, the best road trip accessories make the miles fly by People love to be rude about Washington DC because it’s full of so many politicians, feds, and consultants who wear fleece vests and don’t take off their work lanyards when they leave the office.…

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