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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
Route 66 pavement sign with Mojave desert red rock mountains.
Road Trips
Route 66 at 100: Road Trips, Stargazing, National Parks, and Vintage Hotels. Hit the Road
December 16, 2025 06:00 PM
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Billie Cohen
People taking photos and milling about outside the Louvre Museum with the glass pyramid at the center of the photograph and the historic exterior building behind
Trending News
Americans Will Have to Pay More to Visit the Louvre in 2026
December 16, 2025 05:40 PM
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Bailey Berg
A road surrounded by buildings in Beacon, New York
Hotel News + Openings
French Country Interiors, Monet-Inspired Gardens, a Massive Spa—a New Hudson Valley Retreat Opens Bookings
December 16, 2025 05:10 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Views of undulating dunes and plateaus with private swimming pool and large terraces.
Hotel News + Openings
Michelin Is Known for Its Anonymous and Rigorous Restaurant Reviews. Do Hotels Get the Same Treatment?
December 16, 2025 01:50 PM
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Sophie Friedman
A small country road in Woodstock, Vermont
4 Days In
4 Days in Vermont: Sleigh Rides, Waterfall Snowshoeing, Après Ski Hangs, and Maple Doughnuts
December 16, 2025 12:27 PM
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Lauren Breedlove
A vintage departures and arrivals board at the TWA Hotel at JFK airport
Air Travel News
Kale, Airport Gyms, Play Areas, and Elegant Attire—Is This What Will Bring Back the Golden Age of Air Travel?
December 16, 2025 11:50 AM
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Stacey Lastoe
Street scenes in Brera
Air Travel News
These Two Cities Are Among Europe’s Most Exciting for 2026—and JetBlue Just Added New Flights There
December 15, 2025 05:29 PM
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Bailey Berg
Three women in white about to jump into the ocean beneath fireworks
Festivals + Events
New Year’s Traditions Around the World Go Way Beyond Fireworks—These Are the 15 Coolest
December 15, 2025 04:27 AM
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Chris Ciolli
An American Airlines new A321XLR plane outside of a hangar with several workers around and the sun setting in the background
Air Travel News
A First Look Inside American Airlines’ New Planes: Privacy Suites and Next-Gen Premium Economy
December 12, 2025 06:42 PM
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Chris Dong
Goldbug Hot Springs, near Salmon
Natural Wonders
This Underrated State Has Over 200 Hot Springs—Here Are 5 Favorites, According to a Local Travel Expert
December 12, 2025 02:07 PM
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Teddy Minford
A wheelchair user uses a Mobi-mat to roll atop the sand at a beach on the Oregon Coast
Trending News
Oregon Is the First Accessibility Verified State. What Does That Mean?
December 12, 2025 01:39 PM
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Jaclyn Greenberg
Solage pool in Napa
Solage pool in Napa
Hotels We Love
The Best Luxury Hotels in Napa Valley for Staying Near the Vineyards
December 12, 2025 12:39 PM
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Matt Villano
People sitting at a large group of tables in the lower level in Covent Garden, London, with shops on the upper level and an arched ceiling overhead
Air Travel News
You Can Now Book This New Alaska Airlines International Route
December 11, 2025 06:06 PM
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Bailey Berg
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National Parks
A New National Park in the Caribbean Is Home to the Most Rare Seahorses in the World
December 11, 2025 03:29 PM
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Vanita Salisbury
LEGO® House, Masterpiece Gallery
Family Travel
These Epic Family Vacations Turn Your Kid’s Passions Into Real-Life Adventures
December 11, 2025 02:42 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Castle of Torrechiara in Italy. Aerial view
Hiking + Cycling
This 93-Mile Italian Hike Leads to Medieval Monasteries—and Lunches Cooked by Nuns
December 11, 2025 01:02 PM
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Alessio Perrone
Long, wide tunnel walkway at airport with blue and purple lighting and passengers, plus moving walkways on each side
Longreads
People Who Hate Airports Can’t See What Makes Them Magical
December 11, 2025 11:02 AM
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Heather Radke
A staircase with blue railing and photographs lining the wall in the foreground and a check-in desk in the background with a sign that says "just ask" above it at the new JetBlue lounge at JFK
Air Travel News
We Got a Sneak Peek of JetBlue’s First-Ever Airport Lounge—Here’s What We Loved (and Didn’t)
December 11, 2025 08:26 AM
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Chris Dong
Passengers explore New Island in the Falklands on an Atlas Ocean Voyages repositioning cruise.
Cruise
The “Secret” Cruises That Will Bring You to Off-the-Beaten-Path Ports
December 10, 2025 05:30 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Large numbers of orange- and rust-colored hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah blanketed in snow
Trending News
The 2026 National Park Free Days See MLK and Juneteenth Swapped Out for Flag Day and Other Holidays
December 10, 2025 01:11 PM
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Bailey Berg
Rendering: Zannier Bendor - Soukana Pool - © Zannier Hotels
Hotel News + Openings
Once a Riviera Icon, This Private French Island Is About to Be Reborn
December 10, 2025 11:39 AM
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Mary Winston Nicklin
Millions of participants gather at Times Square in New York City to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
Holiday Travel
7 Festive Places to Visit for New Year’s Celebrations
December 10, 2025 03:56 AM
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Lottie Gross
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Epic Trips
On This Remote Canadian Island, There Are More Wild Horses Than Humans
December 9, 2025 10:31 AM
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Jennifer Hope Choi
A red train curves among the Alps on n a sunny winter day
Train Travel
8 Exciting New Sleeper Train Routes Launching Across Europe
December 8, 2025 06:16 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Aerial view of St Regis Bora Bora with mountains rising out of turquoise water in the distance
Loyalty + Rewards
Psst. You Don’t Have to Use a Credit Card to Earn Travel Rewards
December 8, 2025 03:16 PM
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Katherine Fan
Brasov, Romania - Christmas Market
River Cruises
The European Christmas Market Cruise With All the Holiday Charm but Fewer Crowds
December 8, 2025 11:52 AM
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Danielle Hallock
White woman in a red dress with white sneakers and a red and white suitcase
Packing Tips + Gear
370,000 Redditors Want You to Travel With One Bag. Here’s How to Do It.
December 8, 2025 05:20 AM
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Mae Hamilton
The Frank Gehry–designed Fondation Louis Vuitton is hosting two major exhibits featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat and Egon Schiele this fall.
Art + Architecture
9 Iconic Frank Gehry–Designed Buildings You Can Visit
December 5, 2025 05:42 PM
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Mae Hamilton
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