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At the Populus Hotel in Denver, an on-site biodigester turns food waste into compost for local farms.
Longreads
Hotels Waste 79,000 Tons of Food Per Year. Can AI and Fish Crackers Help?
Kitchens are trimming waste thanks to biodigesters, buffet cancellations, AI-enabled trash cans, and other creative solutions.
May 27, 2025 10:40 AM
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Jen Rose Smith
Key west florida Smathers beach palm trees in USA
U.S. Beaches
6 U.S. Mainland Beaches That Look Straight out of the Caribbean
May 26, 2025 01:46 PM
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Becca Blond
Many tourists come to Cura&ccedil;ao for its small, secluded beaches. If you're looking to take part in local life, get to a beach on Sunday and join residents for a day of barbecues, socializing, and relaxation. The capital, Willemstad, is a historically significant city and a busy seaport. Learn more about the island and the region at the Cura&ccedil;ao Museum, and visit the&nbsp;<a title="Museum Kura Hulanda" href="https://www.afar.com/places/kura-hulanda-museum-willemstad">Kur&aacute; Hulanda&nbsp;Museum</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;information about the region's role in the slave trade. The main shopping area is in the <a href="https://www.afar.com/places/punda-district-willemstad">Punda District</a>, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its brightly colored buildings.
Where to Go in Summer
13 Best Places to Travel in August
May 26, 2025 11:31 AM
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Mark Ellwood
What to Know About Traveling in the Caribbean’s Hurricane Season
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Caribbean Hurricane Season Is Here—This Is What You Need to Know
May 26, 2025 01:26 AM
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Ann Abel
Man working on a laptop on a plane
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Airlines Are Issuing New Rules for Portable Device Chargers in Your Carry-On—Here’s What to Know
May 23, 2025 05:27 PM
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Bailey Berg
Tired blonde casual caucasian woman wearing sporty hoodie napping on seat while traveling by airplane
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Does Melatonin Really Help You Sleep on a Flight? We Asked Medical Experts
May 23, 2025 12:13 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Hotels We Love
These Are the 17 Best Historic Hotels Around the World
May 23, 2025 09:00 AM
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Mary Holland
Overhead view of map, camera, pencil, notebook, backpack and travel guide books
Trending News
How to Budget for Your Trip—and Track Spending on the Road
February 19, 2025 01:51 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
Lindblad Expeditions' 'National Geographic Quest' ship sails among soaring pine covered cliffs in Alaska with five Zodiacs carrying passengers exploring the waterway ahead of the ship
Cruise
These Cruises Offer the Best Ways to Experience the Beauty and Wilds of Alaska
February 18, 2025 07:35 PM
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Bailey Berg
The pool at Dar Tantora The House Hotel is surrounded by candlelit lanterns.
Stay Here Next
This Ancient Desert Town’s Newest Hotel Is Lit Only by Candlelight
February 18, 2025 04:54 PM
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Nicola Chilton
Chiang Mai,Thailand-May 5th 2024:Exterior view of Wat Chiang Man-3th-century temple with a gold chedi offering ancient Buddha and elephant statues on scenic grounds.
Off The Tourist Trail
Beat the White Lotus Crowds at These Lesser-Known Thailand Destinations
February 18, 2025 12:41 PM
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Cat Sposato
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Longreads
“Moon” Travel Is The Latest Trend in Tourism. But What Is It?
February 18, 2025 09:53 AM
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Jen Rose Smith
Anantara Lowana Koh Samui Resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, an outdoor lounge space dotted with thatched roof cabanas
Trending News
The White Lotus Season 3 Was Filmed at These Thailand Resorts and Landmarks
February 14, 2025 06:45 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
A collage of two images, one of a blurred flying plane on the left, and of the interior of an airplane on the right
Air Travel News
Feeling Nervous About Flying? These Tips and Expert Advice Can Help
February 14, 2025 01:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
The Shore House Pool at sunset at the Hotel del Coronado in California
Hotels
12 Hotels Opening This Year Worth Planning an Entire Trip Around
February 14, 2025 12:54 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Where to See Spring Tulips in Amsterdam
Where to Go in Spring
Where to See Spring Tulips in Amsterdam and the Netherlands
February 14, 2025 11:53 AM
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Chris Schalkx
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Hotels We Love
The World’s 16 Most Romantic Hotels
February 14, 2025 11:00 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Cities We Love
Move Over Marfa: This Is the New Art Hot Spot in Texas
February 13, 2025 05:18 PM
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Sunshine Flint
Wadi Bani Khalid Oasis
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February 13, 2025 03:37 PM
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Tim Chester
Striking view of Torres del Paine National Park with large jagged peaks basking in a sunny glow and dusted with sections of snow rising behind a body of water and shrub-filled flatlands in the foreground
Trending News
You Can Get a Free Trip to Chile by Volunteering to Help Build a Patagonia Trail
February 13, 2025 02:52 PM
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Bailey Berg
Spectacular Castles Built in the Name of Love
History + Culture
9 Beautiful Landmarks With Real-Life Love Stories
February 13, 2025 02:36 PM
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Gulnaz Khan
A boat in the ocean at sun rise in Virginia Beach.
U.S. Beaches
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Where to Travel Next
12 Under-the-Radar Places You Should Travel to Now, Before They Get Popular
February 13, 2025 12:00 PM
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Billie Cohen
Concept art combining photos of hands holding three cards with the logos of Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton on them against a purple background
Hotel News + Openings
Hotel Loyalty Programs Aren’t What They Used to Be
February 13, 2025 11:35 AM
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Chris Dong
photo illustration of a view through an airline window onto a stunning vista of an open-air room in the mountains with a bed and a wooden table and chairs
Loyalty + Rewards
These Are the Airline Loyalty Programs That Are Actually Worth It, According to Experts
February 13, 2025 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
Las Vegas, DEC 25, 2020 - Beautiful sunset view of the Tivoli Village
Cities We Love
Locals and Travel Advisors Reveal How to Do Vegas Like a Pro
February 12, 2025 04:00 PM
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Cat Sposato
A person in a pink hooded jacket standing at the railing of a ship looking out at soaring green and rocky mountain rising from the water
Cruise
This Might Just Be the Best Way to Travel Solo
February 12, 2025 03:44 PM
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Katie Chang
A tiger resting its head on a rock, gazing into the camera, with greenery in the background
Epic Trips
The Magical Place Where You Can See Tigers in the Wild—and the Best Ways to Seek Them Out
February 12, 2025 03:22 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Blue, grey, and pink shops covered in ornamental white painting line Koon Seng Road in Singapore
Cities We Love
This Is the Best City in Asia in 2025
February 12, 2025 02:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Longreads
Why I Always Visit a Cemetery When I Travel
February 12, 2025 05:21 AM
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Blane Bachelor
A small pool flanked by three lounge chairs and a shaded hut behind with a pink-tinted sunset filling the sky above rolling hills in the background
Safari
I’ve Taken My Kids on Safaris Since They Were Babies, and These Are the Family-Friendly Ones I Trust Most
February 11, 2025 03:25 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
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