While Germany’s Christmas markets are a favorite among travelers, a little-known market in Transylvania has added sparkle to an ancient city with a German-speaking community.
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Christmas (on the Cheap) in January
Looking for seasonal cheer without inflated prices? Then take your holiday spirit on the road — after Christmas.
36 Hours in Kochi, India
Local dance, a storied Jewish quarter, historic churches and green mango curry: A rich cultural and culinary tapestry defines this colorful port city in Kerala.
22 of Our Favorite Travel Photographs From 2019
Sit back, relax and enjoy a whirlwind visual tour of this year’s best travel photography.
Dreaming of an Artisanal Christmas
A Southern California native went looking for an old-fashioned Christmas. She found it in the “Christmas ornament town” of Seiffen, tucked in Germany’s Ore Mountains.
Dispatch From the Land of Flight Shaming, or How I Became a Train Boaster
In Sweden, some environmentally conscious travelers are switching from planes to trains. Slower? Yes. But why not embrace the journey, perhaps even prolong it?
After Volcano Blast, New Zealand Asks if Adventure Tourism Can Last
The eruption on White Island has set off an intense debate on exploiting nature for thrills.
Five Places to Visit in Vancouver
In a city with a sleek, squeaky-clean downtown, the lifestyle editor Sara Harowitz finds authenticity in a neighborhood that has retained its blue collar roots. She shares her favorite spots.
Days After New Zealand Eruption, Loved Ones Still Wait for News
Eight deaths from the White Island disaster have been officially confirmed, but that number is almost sure to rise.
Jacqueline Woodson on Africa, America and Slavery’s Fierce Undertow
The African-American novelist journeys to Ghana, once a hub of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, as the nation invites descendants of enslaved Africans to call it their “home.” But can you go home again?