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A line of US passport covers with the president peeking through.
Trending News
So . . . Is Trump Really in the New U.S. Passport? What the July Rollout Clarifies
The commemorative passport begins rolling out July 6. Here’s who can get one—and who won’t.
July 1, 2026 06:14 PM
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Terry Ward
a landscape of tofino covered in greenery surrounded by the sea in the vancouver islands canada
Islands
Canada Has More Islands Than the U.S.—Here Are Its 7 Most Spectacular
July 1, 2026 04:12 PM
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Joel Balsam
Hiking
Trending News
How Gear Libraries Are Making Outdoor Adventure More Accessible—and Affordable
July 1, 2026 02:52 PM
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Kris Ann Valdez
A living room area with a couch, arm chairs, and a large outdoor deck within a suite on the Four Seasons I yacht
Small Ship Cruises
The New Four Seasons Yacht Takes an Approach to Pricing Not Seen on Other Cruises. Will It Work?
June 30, 2026 07:25 PM
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Fran Golden
The topsail schooner 'Pride of Baltimore II' seen at a bit of a distance sailing along the water with four sails and an American flag flapping off the back
Outdoor Adventure
Slow Travel in Style—Where to Sail on a Tall Ship in the U.S. This Summer
June 30, 2026 06:42 PM
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Pat Tompkins
The white facade of Mission San Juan Bautista with a two-tiered bell tower with three bells on the right and a large cross in front of the building
Trending News
California Is Giving Away a Free Pass to 30 Historic State Parks This Summer
June 30, 2026 02:28 PM
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Bailey Berg
People walking around and making selections from a food bar at Alaska Airlines' new lounge at Portland International Airport
Air Travel News
A First Look at Alaska Airlines’ Ambitious New Airport Lounge
June 29, 2026 05:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
5 Great Places to Drink Matcha in Japan
Bars + Nightlife
5 Great Places to Drink Matcha in Japan
February 11, 2016 01:04 PM
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Alex Schechter
Everything You Need to Know About Cruise Lines’ Rewards Programs: The Extra Mile
Loyalty + Rewards
Everything You Need to Know About Cruise Lines’ Rewards Programs: The Extra Mile
February 11, 2016 12:37 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Why a Farmstay Is the Perfect Solo Trip
Solo Travel
Why a Farmstay Is the Perfect Solo Trip
February 11, 2016 09:42 AM
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Celine Kagan
What Kind of Solo Traveler Are You?
Solo Travel
What Kind of Solo Traveler Are You?
February 10, 2016 10:18 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Cruise News: Return of an Icon
Small Ship Cruises
Cruise News: Return of an Icon
February 10, 2016 08:28 PM
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Anne Kalosh
I Biked Through Albania. Alone. As a Woman.
Solo Travel
I Biked Through Albania. Alone. As a Woman.
February 10, 2016 08:17 PM
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Rebecca Lowe
I Was a Bollywood Extra
Art + Culture
I Was a Bollywood Extra
February 10, 2016 08:14 PM
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Will Bleakley
The Surprising Story of Journey's Filipino Frontman
History + Culture
The Surprising Story of Journey’s Filipino Frontman
February 10, 2016 08:14 PM
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Bruce Northam
Is This the Best Place in the U.S. to Meditate?
Solo Travel
Is This the Best Place in the U.S. to Meditate?
February 10, 2016 08:06 PM
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Sophia Dembling
Should You Use a Friend-Finding App While Traveling?
Packing Tips + Gear
Should You Use a Friend-Finding App While Traveling?
February 10, 2016 07:56 PM
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Daniel Dumas
At This New Dutch Pop-Up, the Cool Kids Eat Alone
Restaurants + Cafés
At This New Dutch Pop-Up, the Cool Kids Eat Alone
February 10, 2016 07:49 PM
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Christine Ajudua
This Is Proof that Finland Is One of the World's Most Welcoming Countries
Art + Culture
This Is Proof that Finland Is One of the World’s Most Welcoming Countries
February 10, 2016 05:13 PM
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Christine Ajudua
The 4 Best Cities for Women Traveling Solo
Solo Travel
The 4 Best Cities for Women Traveling Solo
February 10, 2016 05:10 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
How to Be a Hermit for 24 Hours
Solo Travel
How to Be a Hermit for 24 Hours
February 10, 2016 05:08 PM
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Christine Ajudua
How to Travel Alone as a Woman in the Land of Machismo
Solo Travel
How to Travel Alone as a Woman in the Land of Machismo
February 10, 2016 05:06 PM
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Anna Vodicka
Why You Should Revisit Places You Hated the First Time Around
Cities We Love
Why You Should Revisit Places You Hated the First Time Around
February 10, 2016 02:32 PM
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Edward Readicker-Henderson
The Best Valentine's Day Date in NYC Costs Under $50
Cities We Love
The Best Valentine’s Day Date in NYC Costs Under $50
February 10, 2016 02:03 PM
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Danielle Walsh
France's Overlooked Region for Fancy Booze and Relaxation
Food + Drink
France’s Overlooked Region for Fancy Booze and Relaxation
February 9, 2016 05:20 PM
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Meredith Bethune
A Guide to Nova Scotia’s Secret Food and Wine Paradise
Food + Drink
A Guide to Nova Scotia’s Secret Food and Wine Paradise
February 9, 2016 04:12 PM
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Renee Suen
How Austin's Coolest Avenue Grew Up
History + Culture
How Austin’s Coolest Avenue Grew Up
February 8, 2016 05:28 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
How to Handle a Missed Connection Like a Pro
Air Travel News
How to Handle a Missed Connection Like a Pro
February 8, 2016 03:25 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
5 Things I Learned From Skiing With an Olympic Medalist
Winter Sports
5 Things I Learned From Skiing With an Olympic Medalist
February 5, 2016 01:51 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
If You Think Tasmania Is Just Wilderness and Golf, You’re Wrong
Art + Culture
If You Think Tasmania Is Just Wilderness and Golf, You’re Wrong
February 4, 2016 07:42 PM
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Sue Gough Henley
The Late-Night Secret Ireland’s Pubs Don't Want You to Know About
Bars + Nightlife
The Late-Night Secret Ireland’s Pubs Don’t Want You to Know About
February 4, 2016 04:03 PM
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Jessica Colley Clarke
A Rare Peek Inside Basque Country's Members-Only Gastronomic Societies
Restaurants + Cafés
A Rare Peek Inside Basque Country’s Members-Only Gastronomic Societies
February 3, 2016 08:31 PM
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Jessica Colley Clarke
An Instagram Guide to Nicaragua
Destination Spotlight
5 Places to Visit in Nicaragua
February 3, 2016 07:38 PM
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Anna Mazurek
The Best Lunar New Year Celebrations in the U.S.
Festivals + Events
The Best Lunar New Year Celebrations in the U.S.
February 3, 2016 06:42 PM
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Georgia Freedman
The World's 6 Coolest Museum Openings of 2016
Museums + Galleries
The World’s 6 Coolest Museum Openings of 2016
February 2, 2016 06:59 PM
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Emily Nathan
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