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A row of United aircraft all parked at airport gates alongside each other
Air Travel News
United Airlines Removes Thousands of Flights From Its Summer Schedule
The carrier has reduced its domestic seat capacity by nearly 5 percent. Here’s what travelers need to know.
July 10, 2026 02:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
Left: sheep in a meadow at Errington Cheese Farm in Scotland. Right: wheels of Lanark Blue cheese resting on a shelf
Food + Drink
Scotland’s Cheese Trail Is the Farmhouse Food Adventure You Didn’t Know You Needed
July 10, 2026 11:45 AM
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Camille Berry
A colorful display of traditional Mexican dishes served on a vibrant tablecloth with authentic ceramics.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Here’s How Much and When You Should Tip When Traveling in Mexico
July 9, 2026 02:43 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
Left hand picture: a person looking at a wall of framed art at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration exterior; right-hand picture is the brick exterior of the museum which was a historic waterworks building
Museums + Galleries
Britain’s First Illustration Museum Has Opened—Here’s What to See
July 9, 2026 10:56 AM
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Lucy Kehoe
River view of Indianapolis's White River with kayakers and city skyline in the background
Outdoor Adventure
This Midwestern Capital Wants to Be America’s Newest River City
July 9, 2026 08:00 AM
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Matt Kirouac
A single boat glides along the dark-blue water in Malta with a large, sand-colored cliff along the shore
Where to Travel Next
The Mediterranean’s Best-Kept Secret Is Now Easier Than Ever to Reach—Here’s Why You Should Go
July 8, 2026 12:09 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Vista of green cliffs along West Texas Highway 170 on Mexico Border and Rio Grande River
Road Trips
The 10 Best Scenic Drives in Texas, From Wildflower Fields to Cajun Country
July 8, 2026 10:05 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Our Picks for Face Masks to Buy—and the Latest Rules for Wearing Them
COVID + Travel
Our Picks for Face Masks to Buy—and the Latest Rules for Wearing Them
February 10, 2021 07:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First
Air Travel News
This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First
February 9, 2021 05:41 PM
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Michelle Baran
Vaccinated Travelers Will Be Able to Move Freely Between Greece and Israel
Tips + News
Vaccinated Travelers Will Be Able to Move Freely Between Greece and Israel
February 8, 2021 06:07 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break
Food + Drink
Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break
February 8, 2021 03:03 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Sistine Chapel Key-Keeper Opens Up After Lockdown
Museums + Galleries
Sistine Chapel Key-Keeper Opens Up After Lockdown
February 8, 2021 02:29 PM
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Paolo Lucariello
Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly
Hiking + Cycling
Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly
February 8, 2021 12:54 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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History + Culture
21 Places to Learn About African American History
February 8, 2021 09:23 AM
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Sarah Buder
Canada Bans Cruising Until February 2022
Cruise
Canada Bans Cruising Until February 2022
February 5, 2021 08:56 PM
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Michelle Baran
No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500
Tips + News
No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500
February 5, 2021 07:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
AFAR Advisor
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
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One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
Outdoor Adventure
One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
February 5, 2021 12:14 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Are Flexible Hotel Check-In Times the Way of the Future?
AFAR Advisor
Are Flexible Hotel Check-In Times the Way of the Future?
February 5, 2021 09:06 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
We Know We Traveled Less in 2020. But How Much Less?
Air Travel News
We Know We Traveled Less in 2020. But How Much Less?
February 4, 2021 05:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”
Books
New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”
February 4, 2021 12:35 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Four Seasons Hawaii Now Offers Private Flights to Its Island Resorts
Hotels
Four Seasons Hawaii Now Offers Private Flights to Its Island Resorts
February 3, 2021 07:59 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Newest Airstream Is Custom-Built for Working From the Road
Road Trips
The Newest Airstream Is Custom-Built for Working From the Road
February 3, 2021 07:45 PM
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Michelle Baran
7 Incredible Hikes in Australia
Hiking + Cycling
7 Incredible Hikes in Australia
February 3, 2021 05:15 PM
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Celeste Mitchell
A Rare Exhibition of Egyptian Treasures Will Debut in the U.S. This Year
History + Culture
A Rare Exhibition of Egyptian Treasures Will Debut in the U.S. This Year
February 3, 2021 05:00 PM
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Sarah Buder
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
Tips + News
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
February 3, 2021 12:57 PM
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Jan M. Olsen
Once Upon a Time in Central Florida
Longreads
Once Upon a Time in Central Florida
February 3, 2021 10:14 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place
Tips + News
Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place
February 2, 2021 05:34 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Yayoi Kusama’s Major U.S. Exhibition Will Finally Debut Spring 2021
Museums + Galleries
Yayoi Kusama’s Major U.S. Exhibition Will Finally Debut Spring 2021
February 1, 2021 03:25 PM
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Sarah Buder
The First Museum Devoted to African American Music Just Opened in Nashville
Museums + Galleries
The First Museum Devoted to African American Music Just Opened in Nashville
February 1, 2021 12:02 PM
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Sarah Buder
Why You Should Get the New Hyatt Credit Card Bonus With up to 60,000 Points
Loyalty + Rewards
Why You Should Get the New Hyatt Credit Card Bonus With up to 60,000 Points
January 29, 2021 08:39 PM
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Eric Rosen
These Bluffworks Pants Are Made for Travel—and Now Is Your Last Chance to Buy Them
Style + Design
These Bluffworks Pants Are Made for Travel—and Now Is Your Last Chance to Buy Them
January 29, 2021 05:06 PM
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Jessie Beck
9 Wine Cocktails Around Europe Worth Traveling For
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
9 Wine Cocktails Around Europe Worth Traveling For
January 29, 2021 05:03 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
Canada Now Requires 3 COVID Tests and Hotel Quarantine for Entry
Tips + News
Canada Now Requires 3 COVID Tests and Hotel Quarantine for Entry
January 29, 2021 04:36 PM
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Michelle Baran
How Your Credit Card Can Make It Easier to Earn Airline Elite Status in 2021
Loyalty + Rewards
How Your Credit Card Can Make It Easier to Earn Airline Elite Status in 2021
January 29, 2021 04:32 PM
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Eric Rosen
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