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River view room with city views at Langham Custom House Bangkok
Hotel News + Openings
It Took Years to Restore This 1888 Bangkok Landmark. Now It’s Opening as a Luxury Hotel
A 19th-century landmark on the Chao Phraya River will reopen as the Langham Custom House Bangkok in December 2026 following an extensive restoration. It is now accepting reservations.
August 14, 2026 12:08 PM
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Jenny Adams
Person pushing a luggage cart
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Complete Guide to Tipping Hotel Staff in the U.S., Including Housekeepers, Valets, and Concierges
August 14, 2026 12:07 PM
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Bailey Berg
Woman with backpack and knit hat walking on path in autumn forest.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
You Don’t Have to Be Young, Single, or Adventurous to Take a Solo Trip. Here’s What I’ve Learned.
August 14, 2026 10:55 AM
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Pat Tompkins
Fundy Trail Parkway
Where to Go in Fall
This “Fly-Over” Province Might Just Be Canada’s Best-Kept Fall Secret
August 14, 2026 09:48 AM
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Stacey Lastoe
Aerial view of Seattle skyline featuring the iconic Space Needle under a clear sky
4 Days In
The Perfect 4 Days in Seattle: How to See Seattle Like You Grew Up There
August 14, 2026 09:09 AM
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Allison Williams
The terracotta buildings at Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, are designed to blend into the surrounding hillsides of Mexico's Riviera Nayarit.
Stay Here Next
Is Mexico’s Newest Ritz-Carlton Reserve Worth the Trip?
August 13, 2026 02:42 PM
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Chris Dong
a collection of business-class seats on an American Airlines plane
Air Travel News
As American Airlines Strips Away a Major Elite Status Perk, Is Loyalty Still Worth It?
August 13, 2026 02:09 PM
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Megan Schaltegger
UNESCO Strips Liverpool of Its World Heritage Status
UNESCO World Heritage
UNESCO Strips Liverpool of Its World Heritage Status
July 21, 2021 04:42 PM
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Jill Lawless
The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Greenville, South Carolina
Weekend Getaways
The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Greenville, South Carolina
July 21, 2021 02:26 PM
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Stratton Lawrence
This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge
Family Travel
This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge
July 21, 2021 12:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
California Has Fully Reopened—What That Means for Travelers
COVID + Travel
California Has Fully Reopened—What That Means for Travelers
July 20, 2021 08:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
After Years of Delays, Berlin’s Humboldt Forum Is Now Open
Museums + Galleries
After Years of Delays, Berlin’s Humboldt Forum Is Now Open
July 20, 2021 03:26 PM
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Mae Hamilton
The World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai
Museums + Galleries
The World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai
July 20, 2021 02:08 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
What It’s Like to Return to the Caribbean on a Cruise Ship
Small Ship Cruises
What It’s Like to Return to the Caribbean on a Cruise Ship
July 19, 2021 06:41 PM
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Fran Golden
Everlane’s Sustainable Swimwear Is on Sale for as Low as $15 Right Now
Style + Design
Everlane’s Sustainable Swimwear Is on Sale for as Low as $15 Right Now
July 19, 2021 05:57 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Europe’s First Urban Quiet Park Is Finally Here
Natural Wonders
Europe’s First Urban Quiet Park Is Finally Here
July 19, 2021 04:39 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Canada to Open to Fully Vaccinated Americans on August 9
COVID + Travel
Canada to Open to Fully Vaccinated Americans on August 9
July 19, 2021 03:38 PM
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Rob Gillies
Why Visiting Sun Valley, Idaho is The Shangri-La of Vacations
Outdoor Adventure
Why Visiting Sun Valley, Idaho is The Shangri-La of Vacations
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5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors
Hiking + Cycling
5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors
July 16, 2021 06:38 PM
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Kristin Braswell
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Weekend Getaways
The Perfect, Beachy Weekend Getaway in Montauk, New York
July 16, 2021 03:11 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Chinese Street Opera Stages a Comeback in Singapore
History + Culture
Chinese Street Opera Stages a Comeback in Singapore
July 16, 2021 02:32 PM
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Lester V. Ledesma
Live the High Life at These Chicago Rooftop Bars
Bars + Nightlife
Live the High Life at These Chicago Rooftop Bars
July 16, 2021 09:35 AM
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Nicole Schnitzler
Hawai‘i Issues New Rules for Vaccinated Travelers—What You Need to Know
COVID + Travel
Hawai‘i Issues New Rules for Vaccinated Travelers—What You Need to Know
July 14, 2021 06:43 PM
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Michelle Baran
The History Lover’s Guide to Curaçao
History + Culture
The History Lover’s Guide to Curaçao
July 14, 2021 05:32 PM
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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Inside the Fantastical New Hans Christian Andersen Museum in Denmark
Art + Culture
Inside the Fantastical New Hans Christian Andersen Museum in Denmark
July 14, 2021 05:03 PM
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Mary Holland
The 5 Most Exciting London Hotel Openings in 2021
Hotels
The 5 Most Exciting London Hotel Openings in 2021
July 14, 2021 12:34 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
Italy to Ban Mammoth Cruise Ships From Venice as of August 1
Cruise News
Italy to Ban Mammoth Cruise Ships From Venice as of August 1
July 14, 2021 10:47 AM
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Frances D’Emilio
Vermont Restores Amtrak Service After Nearly 16-Month Hiatus
Train Travel
Vermont Restores Amtrak Service After Nearly 16-Month Hiatus
July 13, 2021 09:14 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Overhead shot of an airplane.
Air Travel News
Biden Mandates Action on Airline Refunds and Baggage Fees
July 12, 2021 07:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
Spain Has Reopened to U.S. Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know
COVID + Travel
Spain Has Reopened to U.S. Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know
July 12, 2021 07:27 PM
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Jennifer Ceaser
Virgin Galactic Is Giving Away 2 Seats on a Flight to Space
The Future of Travel
Virgin Galactic Is Giving Away 2 Seats on a Flight to Space
July 12, 2021 05:28 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
How Vegas Is Embracing Sustainability—for Real
Travel for Good
How Vegas Is Embracing Sustainability—for Real
July 12, 2021 04:03 PM
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Matt Villano
Why You Should Visit Philadelphia This Summer
Cities We Love
Why You Should Visit Philadelphia This Summer
July 9, 2021 02:13 PM
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Julia M. Klein
Why You Should Visit Washington, D.C. This Summer
Cities We Love
Why You Should Visit Washington, D.C. This Summer
July 9, 2021 01:59 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Quiz: Test Your Eco-Knowledge of Colorado
Travel for Good
Quiz: Test Your Eco-Knowledge of Colorado
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