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Visas + Passports
Big Changes Are Coming for U.S. Passports—Here’s What to Know
U.S. passports are getting a new look and the application process is migrating to a fully online system. Here’s how the changes will affect travelers.
October 8, 2026 02:22 PM
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Lydia Price
TALLINN, ESTONIA - DECEMBER 29, 2022. Christmas market at Town Hall Square (Raekoja Plats) and Town Hall, Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tallinn, Estonia, Europe. On a cold winter morning.
Where to Go in Winter
10 Best Places to Visit in December
October 8, 2026 02:04 PM
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Mark Ellwood
photo of a man accessing United's in-flight entertainment system to connect to onboard Wi-Fi
Loyalty + Rewards
United Will Match Your Delta or American Status as It Takes a Swipe at Rivals’ Wi-Fi
October 8, 2026 09:26 AM
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Harriet Baskas
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Food + Drink
Romania Has Given Me a New, Fermented Obsession
October 8, 2026 05:48 AM
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Danielle Hallock
Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard in Bucharest is housed in a Belle Époque building, which is seen here at dusk.
Stay Here Next
The Royal Parties Are Long Over, but This Grand Bucharest Hotel Is Back. We Checked In
October 7, 2026 06:05 PM
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Danielle Hallock
Under Canvas White Mountains overview shot of tents on 100 acres in Dalton, New Hampshire
Stay Here Next
Here’s What It’s Like at New Hampshire’s Newest Glamping Base Camp
October 7, 2026 06:02 PM
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Shayla Martin
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Hiking + Cycling
A New, Easy Bike Route From Montreal to Quebec City Is Lined With Fall Foliage and So Many Spas
October 6, 2026 06:39 PM
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Jen Rose Smith
The forests of Arlberg are just a part of its natural beauty.
Outdoor Adventure
Relax and Rejuvenate in the Austrian Alps
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Ille et Vilaine, Rennes, Saint Georges swimming pool built in 1920 by architect Emmanuel Le Ray, cabins with large pool
Longreads
In France, a Swimming Pool With a Story
June 24, 2024 01:35 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Princess Cruises' 4,300-passenger Sun Princess docked in Europe with rolling hills and a city in the background
Cruise
What Happens to All the Food Waste on a 4,300-Passenger Cruise Ship?
June 24, 2024 01:26 PM
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Fran Golden
People riding bikes and walking across a modern bridge in Copenhagen, Denmark with both historic and contemporary buildings in the background
Air Travel News
American Just Launched a New Flight to One of Europe’s Coolest Cities
June 21, 2024 05:29 PM
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Michelle Baran
The topiary of Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Quizzes
Quiz: Discover Austria Off the Beaten Path, Your Way
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Hotel the Mitsui Kyoto, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, has an entrance flanked by maple trees.
Hotels
You’ll Want to Spend Your Marriott Bonvoy Points on These Stunning Luxury Hotels
June 21, 2024 02:26 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Cathedral Valley in Garden of the Gods is one of the most visited spots in Colorado Springs.
Cities We Love
In Colorado Springs, Mountains Meet Cool Museums and Creative Restaurants
June 21, 2024 12:06 PM
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Bailey Berg
Beacon Grand's enclosed, rooftop bar, The Starlite Lounge, echos its heyday as a popular dance hall in the early 1900s.
Hotels We Love
The 10 Best Hotels in San Francisco
June 21, 2024 11:58 AM
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Jessie Beck
Taking part in the <i>Closed for Maintenance, Open for Voluntourism </i>program in the Faroe Islands in 2024.
Sustainable Travel
How the Faroe Islands Turned a Voluntourism Project Into a Dream Vacation
June 21, 2024 06:17 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Hotel building with three stories in the middle of a snowy landscape with the northern lights overhead
Stay Here Next
What It’s Like to Stay in Iceland’s Most Remote Hotel
June 21, 2024 05:45 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The beach club at Palazzo Avino has a garden that faces the sea with striped red and white chairs, flowers, and trees.
Hotels
Two Women Hoteliers on The Amalfi Coast Turned This Hotel Into a Design Haven
June 20, 2024 02:11 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
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Family Travel
The Best Things to See and Do in Dubai With Kids
June 20, 2024 01:31 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
The Milky Way viewed from Arches National Park with red rocks and a rock arch formation as well as desert brush in the foreground
Trending News
This Canyon-Filled Wonderland Is America’s Newest Stargazing Hot Spot
June 19, 2024 09:51 AM
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Anna Fiorentino
A small wooden boat with a flag tied to an anchor in the sand and soaring island rocks in the background on the beach in Phuket, Thailand
Trending News
One of Our Favorite Southeast Asian Countries Just Launched a Digital Nomad Visa
June 19, 2024 09:08 AM
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Bailey Berg
Woman at a train station carry on a backpack and a red hard-shell suitcase
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Carry-On Luggage of 2024
June 19, 2024 09:03 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Two hard-shell suitcases with luggage tags on them
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The One Thing You Should Do Before You Check Your Bag
June 19, 2024 08:56 AM
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Bailey Berg
View of an economy cabin on a JetBlue airplane from the rear of the plane looking forward
Air Travel News
Does This Fare Change Make JetBlue’s Basic Economy Better?
June 18, 2024 07:01 PM
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Bailey Berg
Historical downtown area of Charleston, South Carolina, USA at twilight.
Cities We Love
In Charleston, a Modern Art Scene Thrives
June 18, 2024 12:25 PM
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Ellen Schmedinghoff
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Cities We Love
Seattle Is Booming—Here’s How Locals Are Keeping the Emerald City Green
June 18, 2024 12:20 PM
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Allison Williams
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History + Culture
Another Side of Key West? Its Rich Black History
June 18, 2024 09:57 AM
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Victoria M. Walker
The pool at Le Sirenuse in Italy is flanked by daybeds on one side and balconied rooms on the other side.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 15 Best Hotels in Italy
June 18, 2024 09:53 AM
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Erica Firpo
Man standing up to knees in natural quicksand river. He is wearing a bathing suit and the mud is all around.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Quicksand Is a Real Thing. Here’s What You Need to Know.
June 18, 2024 08:57 AM
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Nathalie Alonso
Woman stands alone in silhouette with a suitcase inside an airport terminal
Air Travel News
If There’s a Death in Your Family, These Airlines Offer Discounted Fares
June 18, 2024 05:05 AM
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Bailey Berg
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Ocean Cruises
6 Best Japan Cruises for Every Type of Traveler
June 17, 2024 07:00 PM
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Fran Golden
Brick home on a green lawn
History + Culture
5 Black History Landmarks in the U.S. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
June 17, 2024 04:28 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
A dining room with a long table with a white tablecloth, a framed mirror over a fireplace, and windows with puffy curtains
Hotels
9 Vacation Rentals That Will Make You Feel Like You’re in “Bridgerton”
June 17, 2024 03:05 PM
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Cat Sposato
A U.S. passport resting atop an Apple laptop keyboard
Visas + Passports
You Can Now Renew Your Passport Online Again—Kind Of
June 14, 2024 04:34 PM
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Bailey Berg
Flag with the words "Paris 2024" shown flying with the Paris city skyline in the background.
Festivals + Events
9 Paris Olympic Activities That Are Free—No Reservations or Tickets Required
June 14, 2024 04:17 PM
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Kristy Alpert
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