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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
KLM airplane ashtray on bathroom door
Air Travel News
Why Do Airplanes Still Have Ashtrays?
September 28, 2023 08:13 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
The now-famed Rain Vortex in Singapore’s Changi Airport
Trending News
This Airport Is About to Go Passport Free
September 27, 2023 03:28 PM
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Bailey Berg
How to Get an International Driver’s Permit
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Get an International Driver’s License
September 27, 2023 11:19 AM
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Chris Ciolli
The faithful re-creation of Shrek's swamp is found
Hotels
You Can Now Book Shrek’s Swamp Home on Airbnb
September 27, 2023 11:18 AM
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Bailey Berg
A person biking across the Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota
In the Magazine
Where to Eat, Shop, and Play in the Twin Cities
September 26, 2023 11:01 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
A collage of photos comprising the Twin Cities' Hmong, Somali, and Nordic communities.
In the Magazine
This Midwestern Metropolis Is One of the Most Diverse Places in the Country
September 26, 2023 10:59 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
Gaya Tumuli in the Republic of Korea consists of large grass covered ancient burial mounds punctuated by trees
Trending News
UNESCO Just Named 42 New World Heritage Sites—Here’s the Full List
September 26, 2023 10:57 AM
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Bailey Berg
A harvest moon rising over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas
Natural Wonders
How to Get the Best View of the 2024 Total Eclipse in Texas
September 26, 2023 10:54 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Tall, rounded orange rocks in the sunlight
National Parks
8 Most Breathtaking Utah National Parks and Monuments
September 26, 2023 07:13 AM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Apple Air Tag Review: Why You Need this Travel Accessory if You Check Bags
AFAR Approved
Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags
September 25, 2023 05:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
Cafe table on a balcony overlooking lake and mountains in Switzerland
Hotels
9 Airbnbs With Breathtaking Views
September 25, 2023 01:55 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
The Real Cost of Bad Airplane Behavior, Ranked
Air Travel News
The Real Cost of Bad Airplane Behavior
September 25, 2023 12:10 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Qatar Airways airplane flying in a clear blue sky
Air Travel News
Qatar Airways Is Adding 18 New Airports to Its Network
September 25, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bill Fink
Mountains during sunset with a river running in front
Outdoor Adventure
When Is the Best Time to Visit Alaska? It Depends on Your Travel Plans.
September 24, 2023 11:02 AM
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Bailey Berg
A passport
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Apply for a U.S. Passport
September 24, 2023 08:33 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
Suite Tent
Stay Here Next
Utah’s New Under Canvas Retreat Takes Glamping to a New Level
September 23, 2023 11:18 AM
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Bailey Berg
Colorado-RockyMountainNationalPark-BaileyBerg.jpg
Outdoor Adventure
The 12 Best Places to Visit in Colorado, in Every Season
September 23, 2023 08:05 AM
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Kelly Bastone
Lake Tahoe Visitor Authority, LTVA Heavenly Mountain Family Skiing, Lifestyle
Outdoor Adventure
How to Enjoy the Best of Everything That Lake Tahoe Has to Offer
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Plane flying past air traffic control tower with storm clouds in the background
Air Travel News
Air Travel Has a Serious Problem That Will Take Years to Fix
September 22, 2023 09:48 AM
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Barbara Peterson
Palau
Cruise News
A New Four Seasons Floating Resort Is Launching in Palau
September 21, 2023 05:53 PM
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Bailey Berg
How to Avoid Airbnb Scams and Find Legit Vacation Rentals Online
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Avoid Airbnb Scams and Find Legit Vacation Rentals Online
September 21, 2023 05:07 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
coastal cliffs and the shoreline in Santa Barbara on California's Central Coast
Air Travel News
Delta Unveils New Domestic Routes to West Coast Beaches, National Parks, and Mountain Towns
September 20, 2023 06:48 PM
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Bailey Berg
Autumn Aurora: Where to See the Northern Lights in the Fall
Natural Wonders
Where to Go to See Northern Lights in Autumn
September 20, 2023 04:40 PM
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Terry Ward
The Moxy hotel in Chelsea has floor-to-ceiling glass walls and plant-filled common areas.
Hotels
What Does an “LGBTQ+ Friendly” Hotel Look Like?
September 20, 2023 10:46 AM
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Mark Ellwood
Two people embracing near the harbor of Mumbai.
In the Magazine
An Insider’s Guide to Mumbai, India
September 20, 2023 10:42 AM
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Sarika Bansal
airplane parked at gate
Air Travel News
Have Airfares and Hotel Prices Finally Peaked?
September 20, 2023 08:30 AM
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Michelle Baran
People near the banks of a river in India.
In the Magazine
Meeting Mumbai Again After a Life-Changing Loss
September 19, 2023 10:00 AM
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Shruti Swamy
Travelers in front of the Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy
Longreads
Are Travelers Ruining Travel?
September 19, 2023 09:44 AM
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Kathleen Rellihan
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