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Air Travel News
Here’s Why You Need to Know What Type of Plane You’ll Fly On—And How to Find Out
You can see the plane’s manufacturer and model number before you even book your ticket.
September 29, 2026 03:52 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
Exterior view of Atlas Ocean Voyages' World Voyager surrounded by water and a snowy and icy cliff in the background
Expedition Cruises
6 Best Antarctica Cruises, Including Women-Only and Scientist-Led Journeys, and Trips That Skip Drake Passage
September 28, 2026 06:48 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Fifth Avenue Hotel suite with teal walls and dark wood furnishings
Hotels
This Maximalist NYC Hotel Costs More Than $1,000 a Night. Is It Worth It?
September 28, 2026 04:27 PM
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Chris Dong
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Air Travel News
American Is Retiring International First Class. I Flew Its New Top Tier to Find Out What Will Replace It
September 25, 2026 07:05 PM
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Cat Sposato
Shrimp, mussels, and other seafoods in a bed of yellow rice and peas.
Food + Drink
15 Iconic Spanish Foods and Where to Try Them
September 25, 2026 06:06 PM
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Amaia Porteiro
A picturesque view of Peel marina and town on the Isle of Man, showcasing the coastline
Outdoor Adventure
On the Isle of Man, a 100-Mile Coastal Hike Links Castles, Viking Crosses, and Seal Coves
September 25, 2026 02:00 PM
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Indi Bains
The Six Sisters Suite at Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel with three large beds with bright pink cushioned headboards, a golden chandelier, and green and blue chaises at the foot of the beds
Hotel News + Openings
Dolly Parton’s New Nashville Hotel Opens September 29 With Themed Suites, Live Music, and a Museum
September 25, 2026 01:23 PM
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Sophie Friedman
People toasting each other with bottles of beer.
Bars + Nightlife
From Slang to Glass Sizes, Here’s How to Order a Beer in Australia
September 10, 2023 06:12 PM
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Christina Pickard
The suites at the Shinola Hotel in Detroit feature turntables that guests can use during their stay.
Hotels
Things You Can And Cannot Take From Hotel Rooms
September 9, 2023 10:03 PM
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Nora Zelevansky
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Videos
An Honest Review of JetKids by Stokke, a Ride-On Suitcase for Kids [VIDEO]
September 9, 2023 05:54 PM
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Michelle Baran
Buggy ride in Jebel Hafit Desert Park
Epic Trips
Explore Nature and Then Unwind in Luxury in Al Ain
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Exploring Al Ain Oasis
Epic Trips
How to Make the Most of a Long Weekend or Stopover in Al Ain
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Hotels
Hilton and Tesla Are About to Supercharge the EV Road Trip—Here’s How
September 8, 2023 08:00 AM
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Michelle Baran
Why North Fork, Long Island, Is the Coastal Escape You Need
Weekend Getaways
Why North Fork, Long Island, Is the Coastal Escape You Need
September 8, 2023 05:26 AM
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Kathleen Rellihan
A colorful illustration of people walking across a rainbow crosswalk.
Summer 2023
The Unexpected Past—and Present—of Gay Paris
September 7, 2023 08:19 PM
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Sally Kohn
Hawaiian Airlines new premium cabin has pod style seating
Air Travel News
You Can Now Book Flights on Hawaiian Airlines’ Swanky New Airplanes
September 7, 2023 04:50 PM
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Bailey Berg
A boat of tourists floats through the water of New Zealand's Waitomo Glowworm Caves. A guide is standing in the boat pointing to the ceiling where many many small blue lights shine like a starry night, but it's inside the cave
Outdoor Adventure
Bioluminescent Bays, Caves, and Parks: What Causes the Glow and Where to See It
September 7, 2023 04:45 PM
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Nathalie Alonso
Home to more than 2.5 million people, is one of New York City's most bustling—and exciting—neighborhoods.
In the Magazine
What to Do, Eat, and See in Brooklyn, New York
September 6, 2023 07:13 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A busy, full dining room at Brooklyn Palestinian restaurant, Tanoreen.
Summer 2023
For More than 25 Years, Tanoreen Has Served Up Palestinian Food and Community in Brooklyn
September 6, 2023 07:11 PM
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Mayukh Sen
Lounge area at the Capital One Lounge at Dulles
Air Travel News
Homemade Pop Tarts and Midcentury Design: Capital One Opens New Airport Lounge at Washington Dulles
September 6, 2023 05:21 PM
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Paul Rubio
Under Canvas Just Opened 2 New Glamping Sites This Spring
Trending News
This Is the First Dark Sky Lodge … Ever
September 6, 2023 04:48 PM
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Bailey Berg
Vermont Airbnb
Hotels
15 Cozy Airbnbs in Vermont to Book for a Great Escape up North
September 6, 2023 03:12 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Shrugs, a two-year-old rescue Ragdoll, frequently hikes with his owners in Sedona.
Hiking + Cycling
Think Only Dogs Make Good Hiking Companions? Think Again.
September 6, 2023 10:06 AM
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Melinda Fulmer
People at beach relaxing under umbrella
Longreads
What is ‘Vacation Brain’—and Is It Real?
September 6, 2023 10:00 AM
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Mark Ellwood
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta
International Beaches
10 Mexico and Caribbean Resorts That Take All-Inclusive to New Heights
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Quizzes
Put Your Travel Knowledge to the Test With AFAR’s New Quiz
September 5, 2023 05:05 PM
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Pat Tompkins
United Airlines airplane getting towed at Newark International Airport
Air Travel News
All United Flights Were Briefly Grounded—Here’s What to Know
September 5, 2023 04:33 PM
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Michelle Baran
Sweden
Trending News
These Are the World’s Most Sustainable Travel Destinations
September 5, 2023 02:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
an airport departures board listing international cities including Helsinki, Amsterdam, Doha, and Brussels
Visas + Passports
This Country Just Became the First to Introduce Digital Passports
September 1, 2023 04:45 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Hotels
The 10 Best Hotels for Architecture and Design
September 1, 2023 04:23 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
exterior of the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in New York City
Trending News
How to Earn 2,000 Delta SkyMiles on Your Next Starbucks Runs
September 1, 2023 02:15 PM
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Bailey Berg
Gravedona ed Uniti is but one of the Lake Como region’s many unforgettable villages.
Epic Trips
From Epic Hikes to Delicious Cuisine, How to Let the Lake Como Region Delight All Your Senses
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A Weekend Getaway Guide to Guerneville, The Russian River’s Idyllic Summer Retreat
Weekend Getaways
What to Do in Guerneville, Northern California’s Most Fun-Loving Small Town
September 1, 2023 12:00 PM
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Jessie Beck
You could score an amazing deal to the Arctic with Lindblad Expeditions—National Geographic, if you book soon.
Trending News
Europe Flights from $129. Antarctica Cruises 25 Percent Off. These Are Our Favorite Labor Day Travel Deals.
September 1, 2023 07:10 AM
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Bailey Berg
The 7132 Hotel in Vals, Switzerland
Epic Trips
5 Excellent Switzerland Hotels for Unwinding in Style
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