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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
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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
Hermès CEO On the Future of Luxury
People
Hermès CEO On the Future of Luxury
January 11, 2016 05:21 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Family Travel
What It’s Actually Like to Road Trip Across Australia—With A Baby
January 11, 2016 04:53 PM
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Christina Pickard
A Beginner’s Guide to Hong Kong’s Street Snacks
Restaurants + Cafés
A Beginner’s Guide to Hong Kong’s Street Snacks
January 8, 2016 05:48 PM
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Venus Wong
How to Go Beyond Havana in Cuba
Road Trips
How to Go Beyond Havana in Cuba
January 8, 2016 04:50 PM
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Alex Palomino
Olympian Kelly Clark Wants You to Start Shredding
Winter Sports
Olympian Kelly Clark Wants You to Start Shredding
January 8, 2016 01:57 PM
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Alex Pasquariello
6 Domestic Airport Terminals to Eat at A.S.A.P.
Air Travel News
6 Domestic Airport Terminals to Eat at A.S.A.P.
January 7, 2016 02:29 PM
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Nile Cappello
Does an Airline Really Deserve Your Loyalty?
Air Travel News
Does an Airline Really Deserve Your Loyalty?
January 7, 2016 01:44 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
5 Things You Must Eat in Goa, India
Restaurants + Cafés
5 Things You Must Eat in Goa, India
January 6, 2016 03:45 PM
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Kristy Alpert
How to Go Beyond Cartagena on Colombia's Caribbean Coast
Beaches
How to Go Beyond Cartagena on Colombia’s Caribbean Coast
January 6, 2016 01:33 PM
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Jenny Miller
I Crashed A Crazy Japanese Karaoke Party
Longreads
I Crashed A Crazy Japanese Karaoke Party
January 5, 2016 05:19 PM
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Andrew Richdale
8 U.S. Hotels With Mind-Blowing Room Service Menus
Restaurants + Cafés
7 U.S. Hotels With Mind-Blowing Room Service Menus
January 5, 2016 04:17 PM
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Nile Cappello
5 Things I Learned from Partying in Mumbai
Art + Culture
5 Things I Learned from Partying in Mumbai
January 5, 2016 02:12 PM
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Kristy Alpert
Q & A with Tastemaker Colu Henry (sponsored)
People
Q & A with Tastemaker Colu Henry
December 23, 2015 11:51 AM
Is Bordeaux Making a Major Comeback?
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
Is Bordeaux Making a Major Comeback?
December 23, 2015 04:18 AM
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Sue Gough Henley
This Winter Wonderland Is Where You’d Least Expect It
Winter Sports
This Winter Wonderland Is Where You’d Least Expect It
December 22, 2015 04:12 PM
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Maggie Fuller
The Top 10 Stories of 2015
In the Magazine
The 10 Most Read Stories from Afar in 2015
December 21, 2015 09:00 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Where to Find the Soul of Dubai
Founder’s Note
Where to Find the Soul of Dubai
December 18, 2015 06:47 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Why You Should Tear Up Your Bucket List
From the Editor
Why You Should Tear Up Your Bucket List
December 18, 2015 06:42 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
Interview with Tastemakers Africa Founder Cheraé Robinson
Art + Culture
Interview with Tastemakers Africa Founder Cheraé Robinson
December 18, 2015 05:43 PM
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Michaela Trimble
7 Reasons Why You Should Head Straight to this Ranch
Hotels
7 Reasons Why You Should Head Straight to this Ranch
December 18, 2015 05:13 PM
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Derk Richardson
These Fantastic Markets Take You Off the “Eaten” Path
Restaurants + Cafés
These Fantastic Markets Take You Off the “Eaten” Path
December 17, 2015 05:13 PM
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Stephanie Lawrence
The Urban Cowboy Team's Pinterest-Worthy Roadtrip
Road Trips
The Urban Cowboy Team’s Pinterest-Worthy Roadtrip
December 17, 2015 04:17 PM
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Michaela Trimble
7 Reasons to Drop Everything and Visit Colombia Right Now
Art + Culture
7 Reasons to Drop Everything and Visit Colombia Right Now
December 16, 2015 03:15 PM
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Simon Willis
How to Find the Best Deals on Last-Minute Flights
Air Travel News
How to Find the Best Deals on Last-Minute Flights
December 16, 2015 12:30 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Why One Lawyer Quit His Job to Sell These Shoes from India
Style + Design
Why One Lawyer Quit His Job to Sell These Shoes from India
December 15, 2015 08:24 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Interview: Michael Chabon on Travel
People
Interview: Michael Chabon on Travel
December 15, 2015 06:14 AM
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Justin Lancy
Why Copenhagen Is the Christmas Capital of the World
Festivals + Events
Why Copenhagen Is the Christmas Capital of the World
December 14, 2015 06:10 PM
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Andrew Evans
Our Most Memorable 2015 Travel Experiences II: Seeking Stillness
AFAR Company Updates
Our Most Memorable 2015 Travel Experiences II: Seeking Stillness
December 14, 2015 06:03 PM
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