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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
American Airlines showcased its new business-class Flagship Suites, marking the end of an era for first-class flying.
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
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Food + Drink
I’ve Watched Dubai’s Food Scene Evolve Over the Past Decade. It’s Never Been Better.
September 25, 2026 10:02 AM
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Nicola Chilton
Norway’s Next Architectural Masterpiece Is a Whale-Watching Museum in the Arctic Circle
Museums + Galleries
Enormous, Majestic, Endangered: See Whales up Close at This Groundbreaking Museum North of the Arctic Circle
September 25, 2026 03:26 AM
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Sarah Buder
People sitting on the waterfront in Düsseldorf, Germany with the city's Rhine Tower in the center of the image
Air Travel News
An All-Business-Class Airline Is Connecting This German City to the U.S.
September 24, 2026 06:39 PM
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Sophie Friedman
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Cities We Love
A Local’s Guide to the New Hotels, Restaurants, and Cultural Events in San Francisco
May 24, 2024 07:50 AM
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Chelsea Davis
the Grotto in Bruce Peninsula National Park featuring a rocky alcove and turquoise blue water
Cruise
These Lakes Are So Big and Beautiful That You Can Take Multiday Cruises Along Them
May 23, 2024 07:10 PM
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Fran Golden
Courtesy of Elle Logan/Aspen Chamber Resort Association
Art + Culture
A Guide to Aspen for Arts and Culture Lovers
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Air Travel News
There’s One Major Airline You Couldn’t Find on Google Flights—Until Now
May 23, 2024 03:25 PM
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Bill Fink
Hikers stop to admire the flowers on the Crested Butte side of the West Maroon Trail.
Where to Travel Next
Your Guide to Experiencing Aspen Like a Local
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Courtesy of Tamara Susa/Aspen Chamber Resort Association
National Parks
Tips For a Greener Trip to Aspen
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The swimming pool at the Modern Elder Academy's Baja campus
Health + Wellness
What Is a Midlife Retreat? A Former Airbnb Exec Wants Travelers to Try Them
May 23, 2024 12:45 PM
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Tim Chester
The Grand Staircase at Raffles London at The OWO features stone railings and a red carpet, and is illuminated by a large chandelier.
Hotels
The Future of Luxury Hospitality, According to the CEO of AccorHotels’ Raffles and Fairmont Brands
May 23, 2024 12:32 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Traveler Man sitting in meditation with serene view mountains and lake landscape
Accessible Travel
Traveling With Epilepsy Isn’t Easy, But It’s Not Impossible Either
May 23, 2024 09:33 AM
The Bushnells live in Granada, Nicaragua; they retired to the Central American country in 2006.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
We Retired in Nicaragua 18 Years Ago. Here Are the Pros—and Cons—of Retiring Abroad
May 22, 2024 05:05 PM
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Andrew Parks
Green booths and tables at Rise Mundelein Lounge
Bars + Nightlife
Indulge in (Legal) Weed at These 8 U.S. Cannabis Cafés
May 22, 2024 03:52 PM
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Dominique Michelle Astorino
Three kids sitting on a net suspended alongside a Star Clipper sailing ship
Cruise
Some of the Best Cruises for Families Aren’t on Mega-Ships
May 22, 2024 01:59 PM
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Amanda Eyre Ward
Superhero costume behind a glass wall with two chairs in front of it
Trending News
A Few Lucky Pixar Fans Can Visit an Airbnb Inspired by “The Incredibles”
May 22, 2024 12:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, sits on Cape Town's charming waterfront and has a red exterior.
Stay Here Next
This Newly Renovated Icon Is Now One of Cape Town’s Most Coveted Hotels
May 22, 2024 12:01 PM
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Richard Holmes
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Videos
Can’t Miss Things To Do in Bilbao, Spain [VIDEO]
May 21, 2024 08:54 PM
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Claudia Cardia
Oslo’s Akershus Fortress
Books
The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip
May 21, 2024 06:11 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Man arranges a campfire on a Snow Peak grill in his backyard
AFAR Approved
Why This Japanese Outdoors Brand Is Our Go-To for Camp Kitchen Gear
May 21, 2024 06:06 PM
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Jessie Beck
Grand Marais Light against the backdrop of the Sawtooth Mountains on Lake Superior
Road Trips
Beaches, Breweries, and Bison: 9 Road Trips That Show Off the Best of the Midwest
May 21, 2024 01:49 PM
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Nicole Schnitzler
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National Parks
These Underrated State Parks Are as Gorgeous as the Most Popular National Parks
May 20, 2024 09:03 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
A road curves between forested mountains
Weekend Getaways
Discover This Under-the-Radar Gem in Northern California’s Sierra Mountains
May 20, 2024 07:45 PM
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Michelle Baran
Man standing in front of departures board at airport
Travel Tips + Etiquette
OMG, LOL: How Airports Get Their 3-Letter Codes
May 20, 2024 03:19 PM
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Bailey Berg
A blue and white striped lighthouse with a small restaurant and bar area at the base on the beach in La Romana, Dominican Republic.
Air Travel News
American Just Added 8 New Routes to These Dreamy International Beach Destinations
May 17, 2024 06:14 PM
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Bailey Berg
Three alpacas standing in front of a blurry barn in the background
Hotels
Penguins, Monkeys, and Alpacas, Oh My! 8 Wild Airbnbs for Animal Lovers
May 17, 2024 03:24 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Waterfall in Iceland on a green mossy hillside
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Travel Editors Are Using Reddit to Plan Their Trips—Here’s Why You Should Too
May 17, 2024 10:46 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A young child in a striped bathing suit and floating vest splashing in ankle deep ocean water with palm trees in the distance
Trending News
Families Spend Big on Travel. So Why Isn’t Travel More Kid-Friendly?
May 17, 2024 09:33 AM
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Marianne Perez-Fransius
An aerial view of Prince of Wales Island including bodies of water dotted by forest covered land
Cruise News
View Humpback Whales, Kayak Lakes, and Visit Totem Poles at This New Indigenous-Owned Alaska Cruise Port
May 16, 2024 07:08 PM
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Bailey Berg
A look at the shoreline of Saint Kitts, with multiple boats docked in the harbor.
Sustainable Travel
St. Kitts and Nevis Is Determined to Preserve Its Beauty and Nature—Here’s How
May 16, 2024 03:50 PM
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Brian Major
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Spring 2024
I Took the Most Out-of-This-World Road Trip in America
May 16, 2024 02:55 PM
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Tiana Attride
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