Where the Lion and the Witch Met the Hobbit

Discovering the Oxford where C.S. Lewis, the writer of over 30 books, including the “Chronicles of Narnia” series, found faith, inspiration and a life-changing friendship with J.R.R. Tolkien.

BY WILL HIGGINBOTHAM AND MAX MIECHOWSKI | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Eastern European Baking Cookbook, Greenwich Village Pop-Up Grocer and More Food News

Check out the cookbook “Tava” by Irina Georgescu, visit Pop-Up Grocer in Greenwich Village and more.

By Florence Fabricant | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

It’s the Cool Season in Death Valley

Scorching summer temperatures are fearsome in this national park, but winter and early spring offer visitors a chance to appreciate a stunning landscape of snow-capped peaks, salt flats, winding canyons and volcanic hills.

BY ELAINE GLUSAC | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

‘Magic’ on the Slopes: In Vail, 2,000 Black Skiers Celebrate a Milestone

The National Brotherhood of Skiers recently observed 50 years of camaraderie on the slopes with parties, parades, s’mores and, of course, skiing and snowboarding.

BY TARIRO MZEZEWA | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Soy, Oat and Almond Drinks Can be Called Milk: FDA

Plant-based beverage makers hailed the agency’s decision but objected to the recommendation for labels to specify the nutritional differences with cow’s milk.

By Andrew Jacobs | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

36 Hours in Miami

Discover the best of both new and old Miami, from a salsa club in Little Havana to a rooftop bar with striking views of downtown to Cuban American bakeries.

By CHRISTINA MORALES | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Joshua Bell’s London

The celebrated violinist recommends five spots in Britain’s capital, a city he’s visited some 70 times since the 1980s.

By DANIELLE PERGAMENT and MARY TURNER | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Greenland Wants You to Visit. But Not All at Once.

The Arctic island, renowned for its glaciers and fjords, is expanding airports and hotels to energize its economy, even as it tries to avoid the pitfalls of over-tourism.

By SETH KUGEL | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Help! The Law Says Lufthansa Owes Me Money, but I Can’t Collect.

The European Union has strict rules about refunds for flight cancellations and delays, but the German airline has racked up complaints about its willingness to make things right. Our columnist faces down the bureaucracy.

BY SETH KUGEL | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Adding Sex Appeal to Bourbon, New Brooklyn Ice Cream Parlor and More Food News

Black entrepreneurs from North Carolina release PurCellos1789 straight bourbon, an ice-cream parlor opens in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn, and more food news.

By Florence Fabricant | NYTimes Food | Disclosure

The Chefs Who Have Buenos Aires (Reluctantly) Waiting in Line

Local Argentine ingredients are the stars on the menus in a city that feels almost jubilant after long Covid lockdowns, and of course, the victory of a certain soccer team.

BY NORA WALSH | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

36 Hours in Madrid

A renovated plaza, new hotels and major art exhibitions celebrate Pablo Picasso — just a few more reasons to revisit the Spanish capital.

By ANDREW FERREN | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Exploring South Africa’s Black Wine Scene

White South Africans control a vast majority of the country’s wine industry. But it’s growing increasingly possible to support Black winemakers and owners.

BY JOHN ELIGON | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

When a Visit to the Museum Becomes an Ethical Dilemma

Western museums are major tourist attractions, drawing travelers from around the world. But what responsibility do we bear as spectators for patronizing institutions that display what critics say are stolen works?

BY CHARLY WILDER | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

‘There’s No Spring Break Here’: Florida’s Gulf Coast Fights to Rebound After Hurricane Ian

Communities like Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva, devastated by the storm, are struggling to rebuild the hotel rooms, restaurants and rental units that keep their economy alive.

BY SHANNON SIMS | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Caviar as a Cheaper Snack, Served on Doritos and Cheese Steaks

The luxurious delicacy is no longer confined to fancy occasions. It’s being served at Super Bowl gatherings, game nights and tailgate parties.

By Alyson Krueger | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

36 Hours in New Orleans

Soak up Mardi Gras season while dive-bar hopping, dancing to brass bands and exploring history in the French Quarter.

BY RICHARD FAUSSET | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

How to Cut Cheese for a Charcuterie Board

Follow the tips in Fromage from Europe’s new guide, slurp oysters with a perfectly paired pint of stout, and more.

By Florence Fabricant | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Mushrooms Aren’t Here to Destroy Us — Or to Save Us

The fictional fungus in “The Last of Us” touched a collective nerve. When it comes to mushrooms, we just can’t keep our cool.

By Tejal Rao | NYTimes Food | Disclosure

Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico? Here’s What You Need to Know.

A spate of incidents, including protests among taxi drivers in Cancún and a stray bullet at an airport in Culiacán, has tourists asking the question.

BY ELISABETH MALKIN | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure