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Editor's Letter: Yes, Travel Can Be For Escape and Personal Growth
Introducing Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 January/February issue, featuring our 32nd annual Gold List of editor-favorite hotels.

Wellness & Spas
Inside Blackberry Mountain’s Art-Centered Approach to Wellness
Numerous high-end resorts are adding art therapy to their programming. As writer Maria Yagoda finds out, it's all about letting go.

Wellness & Spas
Exploring the Role of Human Connection in Modern Wellness
With loneliness on the rise worldwide, health-minded resorts are leaning into the power of friendship.

Gold List
The Gold List 2026: Best Hotels and Resorts in Mexico, Central, and South America
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.

The Best Hotels and Resorts in the US, Canada, and the Caribbean: The Gold List 2026
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.

The Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia: The Gold List 2026
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
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The Gold List 2026: The Top Hotels and Resorts in Australia and Oceania
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.

The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2026
Our editors across the globe share their favorite places to stay.

The Best Hotels and Resorts in Europe and the UK: The Gold List 2026
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
Islands & BeachesBest Beaches in the World for Sunbathing, Surfing, and Doing Absolutely Nothing—According to Our Readers
For the best shores across the world from Jamaica, Australia, Türkiye, and more
InspirationHow to Stylishly Pack for Safari, Inspired by Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Ten timeless vacation essentials that seamlessly blend into the landscape of Volcanoes National Park
Inspiration20 Epic Places to Ring in the New Year
Whether you prefer up-all-night party scenes or serene escapes, here's how to start the new year in style.
InspirationOur Editors Find the Best Places to Go Every Year: Here's Where to Visit in March
Whether you’re ready to hit the slopes or flee to warmer climes.
News & AdviceItalian Cuisine Is So Good UNESCO Just Recognized It as 'Intangible Cultural Heritage’
To earn this first-of-its-kind accolade, the Italian government campaigned UNESCO for five years—spearheaded by Italian food expert (and CNT Italia editor-in-chief) Maddalena Fossati.
Islands & BeachesThe Best Beaches in the US, According to the Readers' Choice Awards
From Alabama to Hawaii, these are your favorite beaches in the US for some fun in the sun.
InspirationHow to See Old and New Dubai, According to Chef Sahar Parham Al Awadhi
Dubai is so much more than uber-luxury malls and towering hotels (though they're certainly part of it).- Inspiration
How to Plan a Twilight-Themed Trip to Washington State
From Forks to Port Angeles, you can trace Bella Swan's footsteps through the Pacific Northwest.
ShoppingA Savvy Skier’s Guide to Renting and Buying Gear
From ski poles to chic puffers, knowing what (and how) to rent vs. buy is the no-brainer way to cut down on costs, waste, and clutter.
InspirationExpect to See These Hotels All Over Your Feed in 2026
From Venice to Kyoto and Costa Rica, it's going to be an unforgettable year for newcomers and familiar faces alike.
News & AdviceDua Lipa Celebrated Local Music in Every City on Tour—Here Are the Hits
Seeing which local artist she would cover in every destination became a highlight of Lipa's tour.
InspirationIn 2026, Hotels Are Helping Us Learn New Skills
At these hotels, guests can take part in local lessons from fly fishing and archery to pottery and glassblowing.
DestinationsThe Best Jewish Food in NYC, According to a Jewish New Yorker
Iconic pastrami, a bagel-and-lox shop with history, and challah french toast served diner-style.
Style & CultureWhere Was ‘Hamnet’ Filmed?
The movie, which stars Paul Mescal as William Shakespeare, shows off the British countryside in all its brilliance.
Style & CultureJay Kelly Gives Us George Clooney on a Grand Tour of Europe
The Netflix dramedy is a travel flick through and through.

Readers' Choice Awards
The 40 Best Resorts in the Caribbean: 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards
From Antigua to Saint Barths, this year you traveled far and wide for some memorable stays—many at reborn classics.

Readers' Choice Awards
The 20 Best Hotels in Italy: 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Italy outside Rome, Florence, and Venice.

Inspiration
The Ultimate Guide to Vail, Colorado's Swanky Ski Town
Where to eat, stay, and play in this Rocky Mountains winter wonderland.


Colombia Is Home to the Best Restaurant in Latin America in 2025
Plus, the full 50 Best Restaurants in Latin America list.

The 50 Most Beautiful Places in the US
“America the Beautiful,” indeed.

The Best Montana Ski Resorts for Fun, Runs, and Après, Western Style
Opt for a Montana ski trip if you want fine powder, endless terrain, and less-crowded lifts.

Kristin Chenoweth's First Trip to Italy Was to Sing With Andrea Bocelli
The Queen of Versailles star recalls her first of many Roman holidays.

The Trump Administration Is Raising National Park Fees for Foreign Visitors
Starting January 1, the federal government will require foreign visitors to pay a $100 fee for entry to popular national parks like Yellowstone.

Inspiration
A Guide to Bangkok's Ever-Evolving Chinatown
Edgy art, hot-ticket restaurants, and neon-lit shopping.

Destination Weddings
How We Pulled It Off: An Enchanted Garden Wedding in Bali
Complete with chandeliers, draped greenery, and a traditional tea ceremony.

Inspiration
On an Anniversary Trip to Bhutan, Swapping 25 Years of Whirlwind Travels for Stillness
Shunali Khullar Shroff and her husband embrace companionable silence in Bhutan.

Style & Culture
Where Was Left-Handed Girl, Taiwan's 2025 Oscar Submission, Filmed?
Non-stop night market revelry in Taipei makes a fine backdrop.

Finding Nashville's New Sound on the Grand Ole Opry's 100th Anniversary
For a century, the Grand Ole Opry has been the traditional lodestar of country music. But around Nashville, Kat Chen finds new venues fostering a more inclusive scene.

The Brazilian State of Minas Gerais Is a Design Lover's Dream
From the city of Belo Horizonte to the art park of Inhotim, this southeastern corner of Brazil has a rich history of blending traditionalism and creativity.

These Will Be the Biggest Wellness Travel Trends of 2026
From star bathing to sauna socials, the trends and retreats that promise to make wellness travel feel less like a doctor's visit and more like a vacation.

25 US Cities That Go All Out for Christmas
You never have to venture far across the States to find holiday cheer.

The Best Resorts for Families With Infants and Toddlers
According to a mom and three-year old who've been to 27 countries together.

Style & Culture
How I Travel: Joel Kim Booster Wrote Most of a Movie on a Flight to Tokyo
We peek into the airport routines and bizarre quirks of the world's most well-traveled people.

Readers' Choice Awards
Our Readers Say This Californian City Is the Best Place to Eat in the US
Plus good eats all across this land, from sea to shining sea.

Inspiration
9 Unique Airbnb Experiences to Book for Your Next Trip to London
Including a Champagne tasting, top-notch sushi class, and tour of Jane Austen’s favorite places.

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The Astrology Enthusiasts Who Decide Where to Travel—and Live—Based on Their Zodiac
Astrocartography uses birth charts to understand how destinations will impact a person, for better or worse.

Inspiration
A New Assouline Book Explores Hookah Around the World
The casual pastime, which spans centuries and continents, is being celebrated in a new book.

Readers' Choice Awards
The 10 Most Tourist-Friendly Cities in the World, According to Our Readers
The places all over the world—from Canada to South Africa—where you felt most at home.

Readers' Choice Awards
This Asian Metropolis Is the Best City in the World for Shopping, Our Readers Say
The rise of East and Southeast Asia as shopping destinations is complete, but there are a few wildcards as well.

Readers' Choice Awards
The US Cities That Are Most Welcoming to Tourists, According to Our Readers
Places that embody Midwest nice, Southern hospitality, and more.

Destinations
23 Dublin Restaurants to Visit in 2026
This city break favorite is attracting a new wave of hungry travelers.

Inspiration
Our Year-Round Guide to the Dolomites, Host of the Winter Olympics
This part of the Alps has taverns, hotels, and hikes that give it evergreen allure.

Inspiration
In the Face of Mont Blanc
At a crossroads in life, Stephanie Danler heads to the Alps in search of what comes next.

Inspiration
Editor's Letter: These Chefs Will Help You Plan Your Next Trip
Introducing Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 December issue, featuring stories from the Bahamas, Banff, and Bhutan,

Destinations
On Harbour Island and Eleuthera, Embracing the Slow Drift of Change
Though they've evolved over the years—but only a little—the twin Bahamian sanctuaries of Harbour Island and Eleuthera are still perfect for spending languid days in high style.

Inspiration
The Best Places to Travel This February
It’s never too early to start using those vacation days.

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The Best Winter Vacation Ideas, From Jackson Hole to the Azores
A whole list of ideas for both sun-seekers and snowbirds

Style & Culture
On Location: The Icelandic Conductor Behind Rosalía's ‘Lux’
Conductor and composer Daníel Bjarnason translates the global musical references on Rosalía's latest album.

Destinations
The Best Places to Go in the US in 2026
For retro road trips, outdoorsy getaways, and citywide revivals

Inspiration
11 Fascinating Christmas Traditions Around the World
From radish carving in Oaxaca to the Alpine regions' Krampus, there's no shortage of creative ways to ring in the season across the world.

Food & Drink
The Best Restaurants in Porto, Portugal's Epicurean Gem
Discover the Michelin-starred spots and relaxed, wine-focused hideaways in Portugal’s second city.

I Base My Travels Around Perfume—Here Are 7 Cities to Visit for an Olfactory Immersion
Let your nose wander through destinations with a rich perfume history.

As Chappell Roan Comes Home, a Weekend With Queer Kansas City
On the ground during the singer's weekend residency in the Missouri metropolis, writer Chris Ritter reports from KC's queer spaces.

Where Was Now You See Me: Now You Don't Filmed?
Some sleight of hand was used to spin all sorts of Europe out of Budapest.

How I Travel: Meghann Fahy Needs Dinner at 2 a.m. Sometimes
We peek into the airport routines and bizarre quirks of the world's most well-traveled people.
The Best Ski Resorts in Europe: 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards
The places inspiring your return to travel, from remote mountain towns to aprés hotspots.
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