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This month's travel inspirations: Paris beyond the Olympics; 25 essential U.S. drives; our favorite national monuments; our guide to camping in your car; understanding a European tourist tax.

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17 ways to explore the City of Lights

Pinned by the Eiffel Tower, threaded by the Seine, and punctuated by grand gardens, Paris is among the world’s most impressive destinations—with or without the Olympics. From staying in a floating hotel on the Seine to sampling urban wine in Montmartre, here are all the ways to experience a Parisian summer.

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6 ways to experience the Paris of the Roaring ’20s

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Where to find the best croissant in Paris

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10 of the best new hotels in Paris

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Traveling with kids? Here's a family city guide to Paris

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25 essential drives for a U.S. road trip

Nothing beats the thrill of piling into a car and hitting the open road, whether it’s an hours-long jaunt or an epic weeklong adventure. From the best highways for foodies to scenic landscapes and the nation’s most historic roads, these 25 compelling U.S. drives will enhance any road trip across the lower 48 states.

SEE OUR FAVORITE DRIVES

WHAT TO PACK: From backseat organizers to tire repair kits, here's what you need on the open road. +

AMERICA'S OTHER NATURAL WONDERS

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National monuments in the U.S. have an image problem: Many visitors arrive expecting bronze historical markers and granite statues. Instead they find canyonlands, wooded wilderness, or alpine meadows that could pass for the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or Yosemite—all without the gridlock.

UNDERRATED SITES

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CAMPING IN YOUR CAR

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Unlike a traditional tent-and-pole campsite, camping à la automobile is more convenient, great for last-minute adventures, and allows you to pack as heavy or as light as you'd like. While you could, in theory, hit the road with nothing but a toothbrush and a case for wanderlust, here are a few items that can help you get the most our your vehicle.

CAR CAMPING ESSENTIALS

TRAVELING TO EUROPE? READ THIS.

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Although a tourist tax isn't a new concept, an increasing number of destinations are starting to impose the charge on travelers—especially across Europe. Don't get caught out by these often hidden costs. Here's everything you need to know about tourist taxes in Europe.

WHAT IS IT EXACTLY?

THE ULTIMATE EUROPEAN RAIL ADVENTURE: From London to Istanbul by train +

LOVE 'STAR WARS'? CONSIDER THESE DESTINATIONS

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Tatooine and the forest moon of Endor may seem like they’re in a galaxy far, far away, but these worlds are closer than you think. From the craggy peaks and windswept isles of the Scottish Highlands to the ancient ruins and whitewashed houses of Tunisia, here are eight stellar Star Wars filming locations.

8 STELLAR 'STAR WARS' SITES

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