Where I Live
Where I Live: Washington, D.C.
Finding refuge from Washington’s quotidian intrigues — and how to get close to the political spectacle.
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How to Use a Novel as a Guidebook
What can you learn from following the footsteps of a fictional character? To see, I followed the route of Oliver Twist as he entered London for the first time.
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CreditHunter McRae for The New York Times 36 Hours
36 Hours in Charleston, S.C.
The belle of South Carolina, with its cobblestone streets and complex history, has become a cultural hotbed and gastro-magnet.
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CreditAdriana Zehbrauskas for The New York Times 52 Places to Go in 2017
There are thousands of getaways to explore this year. Here are some ideas to get you started.
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The Getaway
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CreditSimone Noronha How to Navigate New Airline Carry-On Rules
Hacking the latest airline guidelines for onboard baggage and overhead bin space.
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Frugal Traveler
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CreditJade Byrnes for The New York Times In Melbourne, a Thriving (and Mostly Free) Art Scene
On my long walks traversing the streets and alleys of Melbourne it felt like I was perusing gritty, informal art galleries.
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52 Places to Go
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CreditJonathan Bartlett My Canada
Five Canadian authors reflect on places that have lodged in their psyches.
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Pursuits
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CreditJohn Burcham for The New York Times Beyond Santa Fe, a Different World
Getting beyond the bounds of a city that has won over gourmands and new agers to discover pueblos and topographical wonders.
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Where to Go Now
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CreditKimpton Hotels & Restaurants How to Take Part in Inauguration Weekend
From processions and parties to protests, a guide to events in Washington, D.C. (Sidewalks along Pennsylvania Avenue are a good vantage point.)
