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A line of US passport covers with the president peeking through.
Trending News
So . . . Is Trump Really in the New U.S. Passport? What the July Rollout Clarifies
The commemorative passport begins rolling out July 6. Here’s who can get one—and who won’t.
July 1, 2026 06:14 PM
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Terry Ward
a landscape of tofino covered in greenery surrounded by the sea in the vancouver islands canada
Islands
Canada Has More Islands Than the U.S.—Here Are Its 7 Most Spectacular
July 1, 2026 04:12 PM
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Joel Balsam
Hiking
Trending News
How Gear Libraries Are Making Outdoor Adventure More Accessible—and Affordable
July 1, 2026 02:52 PM
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Kris Ann Valdez
A living room area with a couch, arm chairs, and a large outdoor deck within a suite on the Four Seasons I yacht
Small Ship Cruises
The New Four Seasons Yacht Takes an Approach to Pricing Not Seen on Other Cruises. Will It Work?
June 30, 2026 07:25 PM
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Fran Golden
The topsail schooner 'Pride of Baltimore II' seen at a bit of a distance sailing along the water with four sails and an American flag flapping off the back
Outdoor Adventure
Slow Travel in Style—Where to Sail on a Tall Ship in the U.S. This Summer
June 30, 2026 06:42 PM
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Pat Tompkins
The white facade of Mission San Juan Bautista with a two-tiered bell tower with three bells on the right and a large cross in front of the building
Trending News
California Is Giving Away a Free Pass to 30 Historic State Parks This Summer
June 30, 2026 02:28 PM
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Bailey Berg
People walking around and making selections from a food bar at Alaska Airlines' new lounge at Portland International Airport
Air Travel News
A First Look at Alaska Airlines’ Ambitious New Airport Lounge
June 29, 2026 05:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
Large Cruise Ships Return to Venice Despite a Recently Approved Ban
Cruise
Large Cruise Ships Return to Venice Despite a Recently Approved Ban
June 7, 2021 05:53 PM
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Colleen Barry
You Can Get America’s Most Iconic Foods Shipped to You, Wherever You Are
Food + Drink
You Can Get America’s Most Iconic Foods Shipped to You, Wherever You Are
June 7, 2021 04:18 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
U.S. Cruising Set to Resume June 26
Cruise
U.S. Cruising Set to Resume June 26
June 7, 2021 03:44 PM
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Michelle Baran
Tourists in Sardinia Fined up to $3,600 for Beach Souvenirs
Tips + News
Tourists in Sardinia Fined up to $3,600 for Beach Souvenirs
June 7, 2021 03:36 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay Just Got a Lot More Colorful
Art + Architecture
Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay Just Got a Lot More Colorful
June 7, 2021 10:06 AM
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Lester V. Ledesma
California With the Kids: A Family Travel Guide
AFAR Advisor
California With the Kids: A Family Travel Guide
June 7, 2021 05:13 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
This New Study Abroad Program for Grown-Ups Is Selling out Fast
Tips + News
This New Study Abroad Program for Grown-Ups Is Selling out Fast
June 4, 2021 04:02 PM
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Raven Briana McMillan
Cyprus Has the Cleanest Swimming Water in Europe
International Beaches
Cyprus Has the Cleanest Swimming Water in Europe
June 4, 2021 01:05 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Checking In: California’s Post Ranch Inn Continues to Innovate
AFAR Advisor
Checking In: California’s Post Ranch Inn Continues to Innovate
June 4, 2021 11:23 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
The Healing Power of Maine’s Forests
Travel Tales
The Healing Power of Maine’s Forests
June 4, 2021 09:42 AM
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Abdi Nor Iftin
Inside a Daring Giraffe Rescue in Kenya
Travel Tales
Inside a Daring Giraffe Rescue in Kenya
June 4, 2021 09:34 AM
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Ami Vitale
The Best Europe Cruises for 2021 and Beyond
Cruise
The Best Europe Cruises for 2021 and Beyond
June 3, 2021 05:11 PM
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Fran Golden
Amsterdam Tests Electric Autonomous Boats on Its Canals
Tips + News
Amsterdam Tests Electric Autonomous Boats on Its Canals
June 3, 2021 02:48 PM
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Mike Corder
The Best Smaller Islands to Visit in the BVIs
Islands
The Best Smaller Islands to Visit in the BVIs
June 3, 2021 10:45 AM
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Staff
New Avengers Campus, New Safety Protocols—What It’s Like to Visit Disneyland Right Now
Family Travel
New Avengers Campus, New Safety Protocols—What It’s Like to Visit Disneyland Right Now
June 2, 2021 11:13 PM
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Tim Chester
The 8 Best Things to Do in the BVI
Islands
The 8 Best Things to Do in the BVI
June 2, 2021 07:35 PM
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Brian Major
For $500, You Can Get Unlimited Stays at Graduate Hotels This July
Hotels
For $500, You Can Get Unlimited Stays at Graduate Hotels This July
June 2, 2021 05:36 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
What It’s Like to Be a “Passenger” on a Capsizing Ship
Books
What It’s Like to Be a “Passenger” on a Capsizing Ship
June 2, 2021 03:15 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
U.K.’s Heathrow Airport Opens Terminal for High-Risk Travelers
COVID + Travel
U.K.’s Heathrow Airport Opens Terminal for High-Risk Travelers
June 2, 2021 02:53 PM
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Jill Lawless
Best BVI Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay
Hotels
Best BVI Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay
June 1, 2021 05:21 PM
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Lori A. May
Required Eating: 6 Meals Not to Miss in the BVI
Food + Drink
Required Eating: 6 Meals Not to Miss in the BVI
June 1, 2021 05:01 PM
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Laine Doss
Finding Good Vibes, Beach Culture, and Street Art in Santa Monica
U.S. Beaches
Finding Good Vibes, Beach Culture, and Street Art in Santa Monica
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Protecting The Ocean, One Rum Cocktail at a Time
Food + Drink
Protecting The Ocean, One Rum Cocktail at a Time
Sponsored by
How Taking Care on Maui Makes for a More Meaningful Vacation
Islands
How Taking Care on Maui Makes for a More Meaningful Vacation
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A Global Search for Vaccines Fuels a Different Kind of Tourism
COVID + Travel
A Global Search for Vaccines Fuels a Different Kind of Tourism
May 28, 2021 03:14 PM
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John Newton
The Toiletry Bags and Dopp Kits Our Editors Never Travel Without
Packing Tips + Gear
The Toiletry Bags and Dopp Kits Our Editors Never Travel Without
May 28, 2021 03:11 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Colorado’s Scenic Byways Could Be Your First Electric Road Trip
Road Trips
Colorado’s Scenic Byways Could Be Your First Electric Road Trip
May 28, 2021 02:55 PM
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Ashley Mateo
Lego Movie World Opens at Legoland California and It’s a Kaleidoscopic Wonderland
Family Travel
Lego Movie World Opens at Legoland California and It’s a Kaleidoscopic Wonderland
May 28, 2021 02:32 PM
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Tim Chester
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