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Trending News
As Colombia Recovers from a Devastating Earthquake, Is It Safe to Travel There? And How Can You Help?
How travel has, and hasn’t, been affected by the 7.4 earthquake that shook western Colombia in early August—plus, aid groups assisting the affected region.
August 24, 2026 05:22 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
Left: Echolands Winery; right: Guests enjoying Blood of Gods Merrymaking
Food + Drink
A Heavy Metal Festival, Nintendos, and Turntables Make Walla Walla America’s Least Pretentious Wine Region
August 24, 2026 01:01 PM
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Justin Goldman
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Summer 2026
My Dad Pulled Me Out of School to Travel Southeast Asia. I Just Did the Same to My Kids
August 24, 2026 12:58 PM
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Freda Moon
The Little-Known Idaho Road Trip You Need to Drive
Road Trips
Hot Springs, Ghost Towns, and Dark Skies: Idaho’s Best Road Trip Hides in Plain Sight
August 24, 2026 11:44 AM
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Alex Schechter
The tails of two Swiss Air aircraft seen through a window of a cafe at Zurich Airport at sunrise
Air Travel News
Europe Adds New Protections for Air Travelers—Here’s What You Will Get Now
August 21, 2026 03:29 PM
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Dianne See Morrison
The 7 Best Beaches in Rhode Island
U.S. Beaches
It’s Not Called the Ocean State for Nothing: 9 Rhode Island Beaches to Plan a Weekend Around
August 21, 2026 10:43 AM
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Bob Curley
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Summer 2026
An Australian Road Trip Built Around Swimming, Soaking, and Sauna
August 21, 2026 08:10 AM
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Emma John
Why Your Clients Will Love Dreaming About This Next-Level Wine Destination
AFAR Advisor
Why Your Clients Will Love Dreaming About This Next-Level Wine Destination
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Why You’ll Love This Next-Level Wine Destination
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
Why You’ll Love This Next-Level Wine Destination
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United Adds New Hawaii Flights From These U.S. Cities
Air Travel News
United Adds New Hawaii Flights From These U.S. Cities
February 12, 2021 08:32 PM
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Michelle Baran
Black Travel Is Not a Monolith
People
Black Travel Is Not a Monolith
February 12, 2021 02:02 PM
8 Sales Travelers Shouldn’t Miss This Presidents’ Day Weekend
Packing Tips + Gear
8 Sales Travelers Shouldn’t Miss This Presidents’ Day Weekend
February 11, 2021 03:00 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Do You Actually Have to Quarantine After Entry Into the U.S.?
Tips + News
Do You Actually Have to Quarantine After Entry Into the U.S.?
February 11, 2021 02:20 PM
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Michelle Baran
Our Picks for Face Masks to Buy—and the Latest Rules for Wearing Them
COVID + Travel
Our Picks for Face Masks to Buy—and the Latest Rules for Wearing Them
February 10, 2021 07:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First
Air Travel News
This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First
February 9, 2021 05:41 PM
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Michelle Baran
Vaccinated Travelers Will Be Able to Move Freely Between Greece and Israel
Tips + News
Vaccinated Travelers Will Be Able to Move Freely Between Greece and Israel
February 8, 2021 06:07 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break
Food + Drink
Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break
February 8, 2021 03:03 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Sistine Chapel Key-Keeper Opens Up After Lockdown
Museums + Galleries
Sistine Chapel Key-Keeper Opens Up After Lockdown
February 8, 2021 02:29 PM
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Paolo Lucariello
Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly
Hiking + Cycling
Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly
February 8, 2021 12:54 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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History + Culture
21 Places to Learn About African American History
February 8, 2021 09:23 AM
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Sarah Buder
Canada Bans Cruising Until February 2022
Cruise
Canada Bans Cruising Until February 2022
February 5, 2021 08:56 PM
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Michelle Baran
No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500
Tips + News
No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500
February 5, 2021 07:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
AFAR Advisor
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
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One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
Outdoor Adventure
One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
February 5, 2021 12:14 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Are Flexible Hotel Check-In Times the Way of the Future?
AFAR Advisor
Are Flexible Hotel Check-In Times the Way of the Future?
February 5, 2021 09:06 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
We Know We Traveled Less in 2020. But How Much Less?
Air Travel News
We Know We Traveled Less in 2020. But How Much Less?
February 4, 2021 05:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”
Books
New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”
February 4, 2021 12:35 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Four Seasons Hawaii Now Offers Private Flights to Its Island Resorts
Hotels
Four Seasons Hawaii Now Offers Private Flights to Its Island Resorts
February 3, 2021 07:59 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Newest Airstream Is Custom-Built for Working From the Road
Road Trips
The Newest Airstream Is Custom-Built for Working From the Road
February 3, 2021 07:45 PM
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Michelle Baran
7 Incredible Hikes in Australia
Hiking + Cycling
7 Incredible Hikes in Australia
February 3, 2021 05:15 PM
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Celeste Mitchell
A Rare Exhibition of Egyptian Treasures Will Debut in the U.S. This Year
History + Culture
A Rare Exhibition of Egyptian Treasures Will Debut in the U.S. This Year
February 3, 2021 05:00 PM
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Sarah Buder
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
Tips + News
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
February 3, 2021 12:57 PM
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Jan M. Olsen
Once Upon a Time in Central Florida
Longreads
Once Upon a Time in Central Florida
February 3, 2021 10:14 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place
Tips + News
Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place
February 2, 2021 05:34 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Yayoi Kusama’s Major U.S. Exhibition Will Finally Debut Spring 2021
Museums + Galleries
Yayoi Kusama’s Major U.S. Exhibition Will Finally Debut Spring 2021
February 1, 2021 03:25 PM
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Sarah Buder
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