What if your next vacation was planned around what’s on the menu? From fresh seafood in Alaska and authentic pasta in Italy to Cajun flavors in New Orleans and bagels in New York City, food and drink can be a reason to travel. Discover how culinary experiences, local restaurants, food tours, cooking classes, wine tastings and more can turn an ordinary getaway into a memorable adventure. Let’s plan a trip that satisfies your appetite for travel!

Planning an Alaska cruise in 2027? If your itinerary includes Ketchikan, Alaska, you're in for a memorable cruise port experience. Known as the “Salmon Capital of the World,” Ketchikan offers visitors beautiful scenery, Alaska Native culture, historic sites, wildlife experiences, and fresh local seafood. Ketchikan is one of the exciting ports of call on the September 2027 Celebrity Edge Alaska cruise from Seattle.

At 11, I had no idea what I was getting into when I climbed onto a mule at the Grand Canyon. My mule, Ironsides, quickly earned the nickname Sir Trips-a-Lot as we navigated steep trails and dizzying drop-offs. What began as a terrifying adventure became one of my most cherished memories. Looking back, I realize the slow pace gave us something we rarely make time for anymore: the chance to stop, notice, and truly experience where we are.

Writing Zion National Park has a way of making you feel very small, very quickly. Its enormous sandstone walls rise almost vertically from the canyon floor, framing some of the Southwest’s most memorable hikes. From the chain-assisted heights of Angels Landing and the cold waters of The Narrows to the quieter beauty of Canyon Overlook and Emerald Pools, Zion offers plenty of ways to experience its scale.