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This week: British beaches bounce back; national parks you may be missing; wilderness tips and hot spots for solo travelers; a unique look at Vietnam’s staggeringly gorgeous landscapes; a Cairo city guide; and resorts revealing the secret to long life.

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Have these ‘longevity destinations’ discovered the secret to long life?

At these lush resorts, you can live like a “blue zones” resident and perhaps take home a few new practices from the world’s longest living communities.

Related: Beat burnout at these gorgeous retreats where treatments are tailored to you

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The U.K.’s storied beaches are bouncing back. Here are 7 to discover.

Regency townhouses, historic sites, and revamped Esplanades are once more enticing travelers to charming seaside villages. What’s behind the renewal?

Related: Don’t be surprised if you find a fossil at this British seaside resort

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These secret U.S. national parks don’t get enough attention—that’s good a thing

Yosemite and Grand Teton rightfully grab the spotlight. But there are 63 national parks in the public lands system, leaving many less explored. Here are five to visit.

Related: Golden hour may be the best time to visit these national parks

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6 Las Vegas Day Trips You Have to Experience

Join National Geographic Photographer Keith Ladzinski as he explores the small towns, quirky attractions, and adrenaline-fueled adventures waiting just beyond The Strip—showing a side of Nevada you won’t want to miss.

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These mesmerizing photos showcase Vietnam’s unique beauty

From tea plantations striping the mountains of the north to the Mekong Delta’s maze of rivers in the south, these aerial photos showcase the southeast Asian country’s staggeringly beautiful landscapes.

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