Caught Between Two Countries, a Minnesota Resort Area Still Feels Lockdown Blues

Covid may be waning. But businesses at the Northwest Angle, a tourist-dependent slice of Minnesota accessible by land only from Canada, still feel the pain.

Summertime … and the Sloganeering Is a Little Awkward

Cities and states are spending millions to promote tourism as they reopen, but the marketing campaigns aren’t always the catchiest.

Desperately Seeking Lifeguards for Hamptons Pools

The shortage could mean a summer without water aerobics, lap swims and pool parties for children.

Kids Can Be ‘Homesick and Happy’ at Camp

Separation anxiety may be harder for parents than for children.

Is the Montauk Party Over?

Dive bars are out. Fine dining is in. Summer shares are scarce. Town leaders are hoping to put the kibosh on the antics of seasons past.

Just in Time for Pool Season: A Chlorine Shortage

A fire at a chemical plant and a pandemic-driven boom in the construction of backyard pools are the causes of a nationwide shortage of chlorine tablets, experts say. Panic buying could make it worse.

Manhattanhenge 2021: When and Where to Watch

Saturday will bring New Yorkers their first shot at “the best sunset picture of the year.” Sunday and two days in July will provide more opportunities.

Mmmm, Tastes Like America

Sno-balls in sweaty New Orleans. Fudge cake on the Outer Banks. Spicy fruit on a Los Angeles street corner. This is what an American summer tastes like.

The Disparities in Access to New York’s Parks

Low-income residents and people of color have significantly less space available to them than residents of white and wealthy areas.

6 Things You Should Know About Traveling to Europe This Summer

Shifting flight schedules, varying hotel flexibility and new tech: A lot has changed since the last time you packed that passport.

Enjoy the Thrill of Live Theater

As productions and festivals reopen this summer, it will be nice to experience some drama outside of our own.

As Restrictions Loosen, Families Travel Far and Spend Big

Newly vaccinated families are opting for private jets, luxury resorts and guided tours in elaborate new twists on the old-fashioned family reunion.

Do You Like Piña Coladas? Meet the Hard Seltzer Smoothie.

Breweries and beverage companies have invented several new genres of summer drinks, both nonalcoholic and spiked, to keep up with changing tastes.

Italy’s Vaccine Drive Runs Up Against a Sacred Institution: Summer Vacation

The inoculation campaign in the country is speeding up, but it is heading smack into the holiday period, prompting fears among officials that some would rather get away than get a shot.

When a Summer Day Calls for a Beer

As outdoor life returns, the warm weather calls for brisk, energetic styles that specialize in cold, straightforward refreshment.