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Road Trips
Ever Wanted to Play the “Oregon Trail” in Real Life? Now You Can
How to turn the classic video game into the ultimate American road trip.
October 19, 2026 05:41 PM
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Kinsey Gidick
A trio of mules or donkeys carrying belongings in Morocco
Trending News
Work With Chilean Farmers and Learn Irish Storytelling Techniques on These New Tradition-Based Global Trips
October 19, 2026 04:19 PM
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Michelle Baran
A row of United aircraft all parked at airport gates alongside each other
Air Travel News
United Is Scrapping Its Flight-Based Path to Elite Status. Is Chasing Premier Still Worth It?
October 19, 2026 12:09 PM
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Rachel Chang
Train running by colorful houses on cliff overlooking sea.
Train Travel
I’ve Spent More Than 20 Years in Italy. These Are the 6 Beautiful Train Rides I Always Recommend
October 16, 2026 06:12 PM
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Erica Firpo
Sunset light shining on Notre-Dame Cathedral as a boat glides along the Seine River in the foreground
Air Travel News
For the First Time, You Can Fly Nonstop to Paris From These U.S. Cities
October 16, 2026 05:05 PM
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Bailey Berg
Marcus Whitman Hotel interior with fireplace
Hotel News + Openings
The 9 Best Historic Hotels in the United States in 2026 and Why Each Is Worth Traveling For
October 16, 2026 03:26 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
Left: Prince Rupert Bay; right: Free Up Farm
Food + Drink
The Caribbean’s “Nature Island” Is Also Its Next Farm-to-Table Destination
October 16, 2026 03:19 PM
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Chadner Navarro
Kauai spots like Kōke'e State Park are easier to explore in July, when the island receives less rain.
Outdoor Adventure
Reserve a Spot at These Stunning U.S. State Park Campgrounds Before It’s Too Late
April 15, 2024 07:12 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Beach in Bahamas as seen from above with turquoise and white striped umbrellas
Air Travel News
Getting to the Caribbean From the West Coast Is Now Easier Than Ever
April 12, 2024 06:53 PM
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Bill Fink
Videos
5 Easy Ways to Pack Less When You Travel [VIDEO]
April 12, 2024 06:06 PM
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Jessie Beck
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Where to Travel Next
The Sweetest Small Towns in California
April 12, 2024 04:36 PM
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Michelle Konstantinovsky
A black marble covered sprawling bathroom with double vanity and large window in the Regent Suite on the Seven Seas Splendor
Cruise News
The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Runs Up to Nearly $1 Million Per Person And Will Sail to 40 Countries
April 11, 2024 06:34 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Rooftop view of historic homes in Montepulciano, Italy with a green countryside in the background
Visas + Passports
Italy Just Launched a New Digital Nomad Visa—Here’s How to Apply
April 11, 2024 03:30 PM
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Erica Firpo
A man in a backpack walking through a red shrine entrance in Shingu, Japan.
Hiking + Cycling
This Epic Hike in Japan Takes You Through Ancient Shrines, Onsen Towns, and Magical Forests
April 10, 2024 07:14 PM
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Miranda Smith
A rugged coastline with rolling waves and grass-covered hills
National Parks
Women’s History Is About to Get a Bigger Spotlight in America’s National Park System
April 10, 2024 03:32 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
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National Parks
Where to Find Yellowstone’s Captivating Wildlife, Indigenous Heritage, and Uncrowded Places
April 9, 2024 03:16 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
Northern Lights
Expedition Cruises
Why This Cruise Is the Best Way to See the Northern Lights in Alaska
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National Parks
Why You Should Visit Grand Teton National Park in the Off-Season
April 8, 2024 07:48 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
Le Louis XV
Restaurants + Cafés
This Country Has the Highest Concentration of Michelin Stars. Here’s Where to Eat
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Art + Culture
6 Bookstores Across the U.S. That Give Back
April 8, 2024 03:09 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Patio Andalous, La Mamounia Hotel, Marrakech, Morocco. Photo by Alan Keohane www.still-images.net for La Mamounia
Air Travel News
United Is Adding New International Flights for Fall
April 8, 2024 12:42 PM
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Bailey Berg
San Francisco, California / United States of America - 5/14/2020: San Francisco Japantown Pagoda During the Day
Cities We Love
Is This San Francisco’s Most Underrated Neighborhood?
April 5, 2024 02:25 PM
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Jessie Beck
U.S. Passport with a Global Entry form tucked inside
Trending News
The Price of Global Entry Is About to Go Up
April 5, 2024 09:25 AM
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Bailey Berg
The Best Campsites Near Major U.S. Cities
Camping
The Best Campsites Within an Hour’s Drive of Major U.S. Cities
April 5, 2024 08:21 AM
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Shawnté Salabert
A closed JetBlue check-in counter
Air Travel News
JetBlue Is Charging Surge Pricing for Checked Bags—Here’s What That Means for Passengers
April 4, 2024 04:03 PM
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Bill Fink
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Hotels We Love
These Are the Best New Hotels of 2024
April 4, 2024 09:00 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort has a large pool with a fountain and is dotted with palm trees.
Hotels
The UAE’s Next Big Luxury Travel Destination
April 4, 2024 08:00 AM
Everything You Need to Know About the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Holiday Travel
9 Festivals to Plan Your Summer Travels Around
April 3, 2024 09:27 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
A small black miniature Pinscher with a blue collar sitting next to an airplane passenger on a plane
Air Travel News
It’s Now Easier to Bring Small Pets Aboard American Airlines Flights—Is That a Good Thing?
April 3, 2024 06:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
total solar eclipse above a mountain range
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Hoping to See the Total Solar Eclipse Next Week? Here’s What to Know.
April 3, 2024 04:55 PM
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Bailey Berg
Discover Lake Tahoe on Foot With These Incredible Hikes
Hiking + Cycling
6 of the Most Beautiful Hikes in Lake Tahoe
April 3, 2024 03:23 PM
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Suzie Dundas
The terrace of Kosmos lobby bar at One&Only Kéa Island in Greece has white stone floors that are shaded by trees.
Hotels
These 12 New Greek Hotels Are Opening Before Peak Summer Season—Here’s What They’re Like
April 3, 2024 08:00 AM
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Nicola Chilton
United Airlines airplane flying in a clear blue sky
Air Travel News
You Can Now Share United Miles Among Your Friends and Family—Here’s How
April 2, 2024 02:40 PM
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Bailey Berg
An airplane wing on a sunny day with fluffy clouds in the background
Air Travel News
6 Aviation Words You May Be Using Incorrectly
April 2, 2024 02:15 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Group of travelers on a camel ride in the desert
Travel for Good
This Is What Autism Acceptance Looks Like in the Travel Industry
April 2, 2024 12:51 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
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