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Different foreign passports from many countries
Visas + Passports
The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?
The United States is still in the Henley Passport Index’s global top 10—barely.
July 7, 2026 02:23 AM
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Bailey Berg
United States Of America Florida Florida Keys Key Largo John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park snorkeling on the coral reef
Water Sports
This Florida Island Is One of the Best in the World for Snorkeling
July 6, 2026 10:36 PM
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Charlene Fang
The backside of person in a robe and cloth cap sitting on a bed and looking out through the windows in a glass dome structure to a sea dotted with floating ice
Cruise
Sleeping Under the Stars—Cruises That Offer Glamping Aboard
July 6, 2026 07:44 PM
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Erica Silverstein
TORQUAY,ENGLAND-AUGUST 20: Boats sit peacefully on the water in Torquay on August 20, 2012. Torquay was the childhood home of Agatha Christie, and a festival is held in her honor yearly.
Books
Visit Agatha Christie’s Favorite Places in Devon 50 Years After Her Death
July 6, 2026 01:58 PM
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Tina Lofthouse
A person having their image captured by a TSA agent in the Touchless ID lane
Air Travel News
It’s Now Easier to Access TSA’s Touchless ID Thanks to Google Wallet
July 6, 2026 01:31 PM
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Bailey Berg
Slate trays of seasonal goats cheeses on display in a Paris shop window
Travel Tips + Etiquette
10 French Etiquette Rules From People Who Actually Live There
July 6, 2026 05:25 AM
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Sara Lieberman
Aerial view of U.S. Route 50—the loneliest road in the USA—and a wind farm in rural Nevada, featuring high mountains covered in desert terrain and snow. Clear blue sky.
Road Trips
7 Unforgettable U.S. Cross-Country Road Trips
July 4, 2026 11:26 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Making a Case for Ski Towns in Summer: Hiking and Fine Dining in Italy’s South Tyrol
Hiking + Cycling
Making a Case for Ski Towns in Summer: Hiking and Fine Dining in Italy’s South Tyrol
July 23, 2021 12:19 PM
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Sara Lieberman
12 Best Beach Blankets to Pack for Summer Trips
Beaches
12 Best Beach Blankets to Pack for Summer Trips
July 23, 2021 10:09 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Olympic Surfing Exposes Whitewashed Native Hawaiian Roots
Water Sports
Olympic Surfing Exposes Whitewashed Native Hawaiian Roots
July 22, 2021 08:10 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
I Got Stood Up in Paris!
Travel Tales
I Got Stood Up in Paris!
July 22, 2021 02:27 PM
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Michelle Buteau
Tickets for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles Go on Sale Soon
Museums + Galleries
Tickets for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles Go on Sale Soon
July 21, 2021 06:34 PM
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Sarah Buder
COVID Passes Now Required to Enter Eiffel Tower, Paris Museums
COVID + Travel
COVID Passes Now Required to Enter Eiffel Tower, Paris Museums
July 21, 2021 06:16 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
France Has Reopened to U.S. Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Visiting
COVID + Travel
France Has Reopened to U.S. Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Visiting
July 21, 2021 05:41 PM
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Sara Lieberman
UNESCO Strips Liverpool of Its World Heritage Status
UNESCO World Heritage
UNESCO Strips Liverpool of Its World Heritage Status
July 21, 2021 04:42 PM
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Jill Lawless
The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Greenville, South Carolina
Weekend Getaways
The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Greenville, South Carolina
July 21, 2021 02:26 PM
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Stratton Lawrence
This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge
Family Travel
This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge
July 21, 2021 12:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
California Has Fully Reopened—What That Means for Travelers
COVID + Travel
California Has Fully Reopened—What That Means for Travelers
July 20, 2021 08:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
After Years of Delays, Berlin’s Humboldt Forum Is Now Open
Museums + Galleries
After Years of Delays, Berlin’s Humboldt Forum Is Now Open
July 20, 2021 03:26 PM
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Mae Hamilton
The World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai
Museums + Galleries
The World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai
July 20, 2021 02:08 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
What It’s Like to Return to the Caribbean on a Cruise Ship
Small Ship Cruises
What It’s Like to Return to the Caribbean on a Cruise Ship
July 19, 2021 06:41 PM
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Fran Golden
Everlane’s Sustainable Swimwear Is on Sale for as Low as $15 Right Now
Style + Design
Everlane’s Sustainable Swimwear Is on Sale for as Low as $15 Right Now
July 19, 2021 05:57 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Europe’s First Urban Quiet Park Is Finally Here
Natural Wonders
Europe’s First Urban Quiet Park Is Finally Here
July 19, 2021 04:39 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Canada to Open to Fully Vaccinated Americans on August 9
COVID + Travel
Canada to Open to Fully Vaccinated Americans on August 9
July 19, 2021 03:38 PM
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Rob Gillies
Why Visiting Sun Valley, Idaho is The Shangri-La of Vacations
Outdoor Adventure
Why Visiting Sun Valley, Idaho is The Shangri-La of Vacations
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5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors
Hiking + Cycling
5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors
July 16, 2021 06:38 PM
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Kristin Braswell
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Weekend Getaways
The Perfect, Beachy Weekend Getaway in Montauk, New York
July 16, 2021 03:11 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Chinese Street Opera Stages a Comeback in Singapore
History + Culture
Chinese Street Opera Stages a Comeback in Singapore
July 16, 2021 02:32 PM
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Lester V. Ledesma
Live the High Life at These Chicago Rooftop Bars
Bars + Nightlife
Live the High Life at These Chicago Rooftop Bars
July 16, 2021 09:35 AM
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Nicole Schnitzler
Hawai‘i Issues New Rules for Vaccinated Travelers—What You Need to Know
COVID + Travel
Hawai‘i Issues New Rules for Vaccinated Travelers—What You Need to Know
July 14, 2021 06:43 PM
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Michelle Baran
The History Lover’s Guide to Curaçao
History + Culture
The History Lover’s Guide to Curaçao
July 14, 2021 05:32 PM
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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Inside the Fantastical New Hans Christian Andersen Museum in Denmark
Art + Culture
Inside the Fantastical New Hans Christian Andersen Museum in Denmark
July 14, 2021 05:03 PM
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Mary Holland
The 5 Most Exciting London Hotel Openings in 2021
Hotels
The 5 Most Exciting London Hotel Openings in 2021
July 14, 2021 12:34 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
Italy to Ban Mammoth Cruise Ships From Venice as of August 1
Cruise News
Italy to Ban Mammoth Cruise Ships From Venice as of August 1
July 14, 2021 10:47 AM
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Frances D’Emilio
Vermont Restores Amtrak Service After Nearly 16-Month Hiatus
Train Travel
Vermont Restores Amtrak Service After Nearly 16-Month Hiatus
July 13, 2021 09:14 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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