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A tent bathroom at Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, in Punta Mita, Mexico, with large soaking tub and views of the Pacific Ocean
Hotels
To Understand Hotel Luxury, Look at the Bathroom
As bathtubs disappear from standard rooms, hotel bathrooms have emerged as a telling indicator of luxury, shaped by labor, design ambition, and economics.
January 29, 2026 11:48 AM
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Mark Ellwood
Socotra, Yemen - January 19, 2025: Discovering Socotra Islands breathtaking landscapes and coastlines on an adventure
Longreads
Can the “Galápagos of the Arabian Sea” Survive Its Popularity?
January 29, 2026 11:10 AM
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Rachel Nuwer
Aerial photo of Buckhead neighborhood at Sunset (L); Pastries at Little Tart Bakeshop (R)
4 Days In
Whiskey Slushies, Green Eggs, and Georgia Shrimp: 4 Days Eating Your Way Through Atlanta
January 29, 2026 10:47 AM
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Lia Picard
Bird's-eye view looking straight down upon boats in the water in Dubrovnik with ancient stone buildings and structures in view
Trending News
Travel Advisors on How Best to Maximize Your Federal Vacation Days—and Where to Go to Avoid Crowds When You Do
January 28, 2026 06:18 PM
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Terry Ward
An illuminated black sign at the airport with most yellow letters reads "Real ID Are You Ready?"
Air Travel News
Still Don’t Have a Real ID? You’ll Need to Pay a Fee to Get Through the Airport Starting in February
January 28, 2026 01:25 PM
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Bailey Berg
Holland America Line's 'MS Nieuw Amsterdam' ship sailing through Alaska's Inside Passage with green snow-capped mountains all around
Cruise
The Best Alaska Cruises to Book in 2026, From New Luxury Yachts to Nature-Focused Expeditions
January 28, 2026 01:22 PM
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Bailey Berg
Community Sauna - Camberwell
Health + Wellness
My Favorite Wellness Travel Tip? Talk to Strangers in the Sauna
January 27, 2026 01:42 PM
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Lucy Kehoe
Local Getaways: Stay at a Cidery in the Catskills
Weekend Getaways
Local Getaways: Stay at a Cidery in the Catskills
July 07, 2021 10:02 AM
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Robin Catalano
In Bali, Some People Find Themselves. This Comedian Found Her Father.
Travel Tales
In Bali, Some People Find Themselves. This Comedian Found Her Father.
July 06, 2021 11:30 PM
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Atsuko Okatsuka
For One Traveler, London’s Carnival Becomes an Unexpected Home
Travel Tales
For One Traveler, London’s Carnival Becomes an Unexpected Home
July 06, 2021 11:29 PM
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Louis Chude-Sokei
Monument to Activist Ida B. Wells Unveiled in Chicago
History + Culture
Monument to Activist Ida B. Wells Unveiled in Chicago
July 02, 2021 04:45 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Pianist Min Kwon Is Remixing “America the Beautiful” for Our Tumultuous Times
Trending News
Pianist Min Kwon Is Remixing “America the Beautiful” for Our Tumultuous Times
July 02, 2021 02:29 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Spain Now Welcoming All U.S. Visitors—No Vaccine, Test, or Quarantine Needed
COVID + Travel
Spain Now Welcoming All U.S. Visitors—No Vaccine, Test, or Quarantine Needed
July 01, 2021 08:46 PM
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Michelle Baran
Chasing Flavor: A Filipino American Chef’s Search for a Lost Family Recipe
Travel Tales
Chasing Flavor: A Filipino American Chef’s Search for a Lost Family Recipe
July 01, 2021 06:37 PM
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Sheldon Simeon
Europe’s Digital Travel Pass Officially Launches
COVID + Travel
Europe’s Digital Travel Pass Officially Launches
July 01, 2021 04:02 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Amex Platinum Just Added New Benefits and Raised Its Annual Fee
Loyalty + Rewards
The Amex Platinum Just Added New Benefits and Raised Its Annual Fee
July 01, 2021 02:01 PM
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Eric Rosen
The Balkans Are About to Get a Huge New National Park
National Parks
The Balkans Are About to Get a Huge New National Park
June 30, 2021 06:10 PM
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Konstantin Testorides
The Best Events in New York City in 2021
Festivals + Events
The Best Events in New York City in 2021
June 30, 2021 03:13 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Colosseum’s Underground Passages Reopen to Public
History + Culture
Colosseum’s Underground Passages Reopen to Public
June 29, 2021 04:08 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Driving the “Secret Yosemite” Byway
Outdoor Adventure
Driving the “Secret Yosemite” Byway
June 29, 2021 10:48 AM
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Alex Schechter
The Best (and Cheapest) Europe Flights for 2021
Air Travel News
The Best (and Cheapest) Europe Flights for 2021
June 28, 2021 06:21 PM
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Barbara Peterson
Venice in Danger of Losing UNESCO Status
UNESCO World Heritage
Venice in Danger of Losing UNESCO Status
June 28, 2021 12:55 PM
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Colleen Barry
Why the Chase Sapphire Preferred Is the Only Travel Credit Card You Need
Loyalty + Rewards
Why the Chase Sapphire Preferred Is the Only Travel Credit Card You Need
June 25, 2021 03:52 PM
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Eric Rosen
Kyoto’s Favorite Coffee Shop Opens First U.S. Location
Restaurants + Cafés
Kyoto’s Favorite Coffee Shop Opens First U.S. Location
June 25, 2021 02:36 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Book a Last-Minute Safari
Safari
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Book a Last-Minute Safari
June 25, 2021 02:21 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Tips for LGBTQ+ Travel in Africa
LGBTQ Travel
Tips for LGBTQ+ Travel in Africa
June 25, 2021 02:07 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
This New Monument in Paris Is Like a Mini Versailles
Museums + Galleries
This New Monument in Paris Is Like a Mini Versailles
June 24, 2021 12:56 PM
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Mary Winston Nicklin
An Iconic Art Deco Department Store in Paris Has Finally Reopened
Style + Design
An Iconic Art Deco Department Store in Paris Has Finally Reopened
June 23, 2021 07:30 PM
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Sara Lieberman
The Special Benefits Small Businesses Can Discover Through Airline Programs
Loyalty + Rewards
The Special Benefits Small Businesses Can Discover Through Airline Programs
June 23, 2021 07:05 PM
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Eric Rosen
Rembrandt’s “Night Watch” Finally Displayed How It’s Meant to Be Seen
Museums + Galleries
Rembrandt’s “Night Watch” Finally Displayed How It’s Meant to Be Seen
June 23, 2021 01:28 PM
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Mike Corder
Italy Is Now Open to All Americans
COVID + Travel
Italy Is Now Open to All Americans
June 22, 2021 05:40 PM
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Michelle Baran
A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World
Longreads
A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World
June 22, 2021 11:24 AM
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Ann Babe
Goldbelly Brings Chef Francis Mallmann’s Argentinian Feasts Straight to Your Door
Food + Drink
Goldbelly Brings Chef Francis Mallmann’s Argentinian Feasts Straight to Your Door
June 21, 2021 06:38 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Which Credit Card Is Better: Chase Sapphire Preferred or Chase Sapphire Reserve?
Loyalty + Rewards
Which Credit Card Is Better: Chase Sapphire Preferred or Chase Sapphire Reserve?
June 21, 2021 03:14 PM
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Eric Rosen
10 Great Places to Go Glamping With Kids in the U.S.
Outdoor Adventure
10 Great Places to Go Glamping With Kids in the U.S.
June 21, 2021 01:43 PM
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Tanvi Chheda
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