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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
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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
Ghana’s Outstretched Hand
Travel Tales
Ghana’s Outstretched Hand
December 16, 2020 02:57 PM
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Heather Greenwood Davis
In “Exhale,” the Breath Guy Teaches the Art of Calming Down
Health + Wellness
In “Exhale,” the Breath Guy Teaches the Art of Calming Down
December 16, 2020 01:51 PM
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Richie Bostock
Paris Mayor Denounces Fine for Appointing Too Many Women to Top Positions
Tips + News
Paris Mayor Denounces Fine for Appointing Too Many Women to Top Positions
December 16, 2020 12:36 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Health + Wellness
Places to Exhale
December 16, 2020 09:14 AM
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Staff
These U.S. and International Airports Have COVID-19 Testing Facilities
COVID + Travel
These U.S. and International Airports Have COVID-19 Testing Facilities
December 15, 2020 04:22 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Best Rewards Credit Cards for International Travel
Loyalty + Rewards
The Best Rewards Credit Cards for International Travel
December 15, 2020 03:05 PM
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Eric Rosen
7 Reasons Why Grenada is the Perfect—and Out of the Ordinary—Holiday Getaway
International Beaches
7 Reasons Why Grenada is the Perfect—and Out of the Ordinary—Holiday Getaway
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Total Solar Eclipse Wows in Latin America
Natural Wonders
Total Solar Eclipse Wows in Latin America
December 15, 2020 02:03 PM
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Esteban Felix
You Could Win an Icelandic Photography Adventure in 2021
Trending News
You Could Win an Icelandic Photography Adventure in 2021
December 14, 2020 05:35 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
CDC Asks Americans to Stay Home for the Holidays
COVID + Travel
CDC Asks Americans to Stay Home for the Holidays
December 10, 2020 03:05 PM
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Michelle Baran
Airbnb, Resilient in Pandemic, Goes Forward With IPO
Tips + News
Airbnb, Resilient in Pandemic, Goes Forward With IPO
December 10, 2020 02:55 PM
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Dee-Ann Durbin
Delta and American Drop International Change Fees
Air Travel News
Delta and American Drop International Change Fees
December 10, 2020 02:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
16 Delicious Pastries From Around the World
Food + Drink
16 Delicious Pastries From Around the World
December 10, 2020 02:05 PM
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Dana Brindle
Why Did Mount Everest’s Height Change?
Natural Wonders
Why Did Mount Everest’s Height Change?
December 10, 2020 01:22 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Should I Go Home for the Holidays?
COVID + Travel
Should I Go Home for the Holidays?
December 10, 2020 12:03 PM
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Michelle Baran
Travel Is on the Wish List This Holiday Season
Tips + News
Travel Is on the Wish List This Holiday Season
December 10, 2020 11:08 AM
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Roger Dow
Spend the Night at New York’s FAO Schwarz Toy Store for Just $25
Holiday Travel
Spend the Night at New York’s FAO Schwarz Toy Store for Just $25
December 9, 2020 06:28 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
These Are My Ride-or-Die Travel Bags
Packing Tips + Gear
These Are My Ride-or-Die Travel Bags
December 9, 2020 05:38 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Discovering the True Meaning of Paradise in China’s Yunnan Province
Longreads
Discovering the True Meaning of Paradise in China’s Yunnan Province
December 8, 2020 07:01 PM
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Peggy Orenstein
8 Essential Books for Map Fans
Books
8 Essential Books for Map Fans
December 7, 2020 02:45 PM
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Tim Chester
Exploring Alaska’s Otherworldly Beauty
Epic Trips
Exploring Alaska’s Otherworldly Beauty
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CDC Reduces Recommended Quarantine Period by Several Days
Tips + News
CDC Reduces Recommended Quarantine Period by Several Days
December 2, 2020 06:00 PM
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Michelle Baran
You Can Rent the Beach House From “The Undoing” on Airbnb
Tips + News
You Can Rent the Beach House From “The Undoing” on Airbnb
December 2, 2020 03:37 PM
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Sarah Buder
The Best Hotels in the World: AFAR Travelers’ Awards
AFAR Travelers’ Awards
The Best Hotels in the World: 2020 AFAR Travelers’ Awards
December 2, 2020 02:37 PM
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Staff
The Best Trips Around the World: AFAR Travelers’ Awards
AFAR Travelers’ Awards
The Best Trips Around the World: AFAR Travelers’ Awards
December 2, 2020 02:25 PM
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Staff
The Best Cruise Lines in the World: AFAR Travelers’ Awards
AFAR Travelers’ Awards
The Best Cruise Lines in the World: 2020 AFAR Travelers’ Awards
December 2, 2020 02:18 PM
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Staff
A Travel Manifesto: 5 Ways to Be a Better Traveler
Longreads
A Travel Manifesto: 5 Ways to Be a Better Traveler
December 2, 2020 09:05 AM
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Eric Weiner
JetBlue, Virgin, Lufthansa to Offer COVID Health Pass to Passengers
Air Travel News
JetBlue, Virgin, Lufthansa to Offer COVID Health Pass to Passengers
December 1, 2020 02:58 PM
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Michelle Baran
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