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Air Travel News
Here’s Why You Need to Know What Type of Plane You’ll Fly On—And How to Find Out
You can see the plane’s manufacturer and model number before you even book your ticket.
September 29, 2026 03:52 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
Exterior view of Atlas Ocean Voyages' World Voyager surrounded by water and a snowy and icy cliff in the background
Expedition Cruises
6 Best Antarctica Cruises, Including Women-Only and Scientist-Led Journeys, and Trips That Skip Drake Passage
September 28, 2026 06:48 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Fifth Avenue Hotel suite with teal walls and dark wood furnishings
Hotels
This Maximalist NYC Hotel Costs More Than $1,000 a Night. Is It Worth It?
September 28, 2026 04:27 PM
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Chris Dong
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Air Travel News
American Is Retiring International First Class. I Flew Its New Top Tier to Find Out What Will Replace It
September 25, 2026 07:05 PM
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Cat Sposato
Shrimp, mussels, and other seafoods in a bed of yellow rice and peas.
Food + Drink
15 Iconic Spanish Foods and Where to Try Them
September 25, 2026 06:06 PM
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Amaia Porteiro
A picturesque view of Peel marina and town on the Isle of Man, showcasing the coastline
Outdoor Adventure
On the Isle of Man, a 100-Mile Coastal Hike Links Castles, Viking Crosses, and Seal Coves
September 25, 2026 02:00 PM
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Indi Bains
The Six Sisters Suite at Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel with three large beds with bright pink cushioned headboards, a golden chandelier, and green and blue chaises at the foot of the beds
Hotel News + Openings
Dolly Parton’s New Nashville Hotel Opens September 29 With Themed Suites, Live Music, and a Museum
September 25, 2026 01:23 PM
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Sophie Friedman
A view of the pool and patio at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs, California.
Health + Wellness
Need a Reset? Head to This California Desert Oasis for a Mindful Retreat
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Pregnancy is a great time to travel. But being armed with good information makes the experience all the more impactful.
Packing Tips + Gear
7 Surprising Things in Afar Editors’ Carry-Ons
November 14, 2024 01:56 AM
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Sophie Friedman
Aerial view Sunset Poolbeg lighthouse in Ireland, Dublin bay Pier to Poolbeg Lighthouse in Ireland
History + Culture
7 Underrated Things to Do in Dublin
November 13, 2024 05:40 PM
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Yvonne Gordon
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Food + Drink
This Southern City Is Top of Our List for Food Right Now. Here’s Why.
November 13, 2024 04:56 PM
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Lauren Mowery
People skiing on mountain slope with peak in background
Winter Sports
No One Does It Like Us: Why My First Experience at a Winter Summit for Black Skiers Was So Invigorating
November 13, 2024 04:39 PM
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Shayla Martin
Chania
Outdoor Adventure
9 Exclusive Experiences to Try in Greece
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Apple AirTags are a popular way for travelers who prefer to check luggage to keep track of their bags.
Trending News
Apple Just Announced That It’s Partnering With Airlines to Help Prevent Lost Luggage
November 13, 2024 01:58 PM
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Bailey Berg
A United, Delta, and American airplane all crossing paths with each other at an airport
Air Travel News
U.S. Airlines Now Owe You Automatic Refunds. Here’s How to Get Them.
November 13, 2024 11:51 AM
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Dennis Green
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Cities We Love
This California City Tops Our 2025 Travel Wish List—Here’s Why It Should Be on Yours
November 13, 2024 11:20 AM
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Sheila Yasmin Marikar
A thundering waterfall flowing beneath a wooden lodge tucked into a forest.
Hotels
6 Native American–Owned Hotels for Your Next Trip
November 13, 2024 01:25 AM
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Carrie Back
A person anchored with climbing gear to a cliff face, leaning back over the Fox Via Ferrata mountain in Alberta.
Outdoor Adventure
The Best Off-the-Grid Adventures in Alberta
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A night time view of the castle-like Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Alberta surrounded by forests and mountains.
Health + Wellness
This Winter Wonderland Is Perfect for Adventure and Wellness
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A group of people in Alberta, Banff dressed in colorful snowboarding gear town walking across a snowy street in front of Cascade Mountain.
Winter Sports
Why Alberta Should Be Your Next Winter Vacation
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Venice, Italy - 10.15.2023: Aсqua alta on San Marco square in Venice. Queues of tourists on special flood protection platforms in Venice.
Trending News
Venice Expands Its Tourist Tax for 2025—but With Several Notable Exceptions
November 12, 2024 12:03 PM
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Erica Firpo
Two tourists riding electric bikes on Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands in Galway Bay, Ireland. Renting a bicycle is one of the most popular way to get around Inis Mor.
Trending News
Ready to Pack Up and Change Your Life? These 4 Countries Would Like to Pay You to Move There
November 12, 2024 08:09 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
San Francisco, California, USA. May ‎10, ‎2023. Unclaimed luggage at in an airport terminal.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Here’s How to Get Your Lost Luggage Back From an Airline
November 12, 2024 08:01 AM
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Bailey Berg
Porto Moniz
Outdoor Adventure
This “Island of Eternal Spring” Is 100% Worth a Stopover
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Beautiful morning at Valley of fire state park in Nevada, USA
Outdoor Adventure
6 Day Trips from Las Vegas Worth Leaving the City For
November 11, 2024 06:05 PM
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Matt Villano
The Populus in Denver has a white exterior with eye-shaped windows.
Stay Here Next
Denver’s Newest Hotel Will Make You Feel Like You’re Staying in a 13-Story Tree House
November 11, 2024 02:25 PM
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Bailey Berg
The stunning coastline of the Algarve, Portugal
Outdoor Adventure
This Airline’s Stopover Program Lets You See Portugal’s Hot Springs, Villages, and Waterfalls—For Free
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A ship anchored in the bay of a mountainous island in Indonesia
Cruise
This Remote Archipelago Has Become a Secret Hot Spot for Dreamy Island Cruises
November 8, 2024 12:21 PM
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Chris Dong
Dining al fresco just outside of Lisbon in Almada
Food + Drink
This Coastal Region Is Europe’s Most Underrated Food Destination
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New Orleans, LA - Sep. 25, 2017: The National World War II Museum - a military history museum in New Orleans, LA. It is formerly called the D-Day Museum.
History + Culture
A History Buff’s Guide to U.S. Military Museums
November 8, 2024 08:40 AM
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Pat Tompkins
View of United Polaris seats
Air Travel News
United Is Changing Its Loyalty Program for 2025, Making It Harder Than Ever to Earn Status
November 7, 2024 05:57 PM
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Bailey Berg
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City has a red exterior and pitched roofs.
Hotels
Why Your Next Winter Escape Should Be Canada
November 7, 2024 12:09 PM
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Michael Kaminer
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International Beaches
I’ve Lived in the Caribbean for 8 Years, and These Are My Absolute Favorite Beaches
November 7, 2024 09:54 AM
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Amy Gordon
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
I Ruined a New Piece of Luggage. Should I Have Wrapped It in Plastic Before Traveling?
November 7, 2024 08:01 AM
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Bailey Berg
A waterfall plunges off of a high cliff in Seljalandsfoss, Iceland, with a barren, green landscape all around
Trending News
This Beautiful European Island Was Just Named the Safest Country for Travelers
November 6, 2024 06:00 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
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