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This week’s travel inspirations: Wildflower-filled trails and wildlife baby booms; Europe by train; Italy’s ‘style express’; how to sleep well; someone feed Phil (and us); ancient pilgrimages making a comeback; and all the ways to travel sustainably.

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For the very best wildflower views, hit these U.S. hiking trails

In many places across the United States, wildflower fields are beginning to bloom, casting hills and valleys in a rainbow of colors. To see them responsibly, visit these top trails, from Washington to New York.

Related: What’s a “superbloom” and how can you see them responsibly?

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All the best places to see spring’s wildlife baby boom

Wild ponies galloping along the beach, fuzzy bear cubs wrestling in sedge grass. This is the season to witness wildlife in all its adorableness. Here’s where to go and how to see them from a safe distance.

Related: Birds, bison, and bears—where to see wildlife from your car

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Closed for two years, Europe’s most stylish train is back

A landslide in the French Alps shut down this storied Paris-to-Milan rail service. It’s rolling along once more, whisking passengers to Europe’s gorgeous style capitals. Here’s what it’s like and how to ride.

Related: Europe for families, the easy way—by train  

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All the ways to travel more sustainably

More people are looking to be kinder to the planet when they travel. But how does one start? First, it helps to understand what sustainable travel is.

Related: Here are some easy product swaps and tips to help you avoid plastic while traveling

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