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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
Emmett Till's status was erected in Mississippi more than 60 years after his murder.
National Parks
A New National Monument Has Been Named, Protecting a Civil Rights Legacy
July 26, 2023 03:52 PM
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Bailey Berg
two men standing at a long bar waiting for service from the bartender at the United lounge in Newark Airport
Air Travel News
A Massive United Lounge Just Opened at New Jersey’s Newark Airport
July 25, 2023 03:44 PM
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Tiana Attride
There are no government rules about cleaning requirements or schedules.
Air Travel News
How Do They Clean Those Airplane Blankets, Really?
July 25, 2023 12:35 PM
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Jennifer M. Wood
American Airlines plane on the airport.
Loyalty + Rewards
American Airlines’ Top Credit Card Is Offering a Record-Breaking 100,000-Mile Bonus
July 24, 2023 05:28 PM
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Paul Rubio
Death & Co D.C. replaced the much-lauded Columbia Room—but it kept the iconic mural.
Bars + Nightlife
This Cult NYC Cocktail Bar Just Opened in Washington, D.C.—Here’s a Look Inside
July 21, 2023 06:35 PM
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Bailey Berg
the front exterior of a bright pink house flanked by two palm trees and blue skies above located in the Bahamas
Air Travel News
Alaska Airlines Just Added These New International Routes
July 21, 2023 06:35 PM
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Bailey Berg
boats lined up along docks and building along the waterfront in Amsterdam
Trending News
Amsterdam Votes to Ban Large Cruise Ships From City Center—What This Means for Upcoming Cruises
July 21, 2023 05:25 PM
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Michelle Baran
Father and Children Exploring Desert Landscape
National Parks
Top 10 U.S. National Parks to Visit With Kids
July 21, 2023 01:23 PM
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Tanvi Chheda
Green sunglasses with a geometrical shape
Hotels
These Boutique Hotels Will Now Loan You Fun Wardrobe Accessories During Your Stay—for Free
July 20, 2023 06:58 PM
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Bailey Berg
Lanikai Beach on Oahu with palm trees and green hills in background
Trending News
The Best Last-Minute Summer Travel Deals to Book Now
July 20, 2023 03:15 PM
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Bailey Berg
silhouettes of people waiting in line at an airport
Air Travel News
How to Avoid the Crowds at Priority Pass Airport Lounges
July 20, 2023 12:57 PM
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Paul Rubio
Chez Noir
Food + Drink
These California Restaurants Just Earned Michelin Stars
July 19, 2023 06:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
Airplane, Drinks
Travel for Good
My Seatmate on This Flight Is (Very) Drunk. What Should I Do?
July 19, 2023 03:51 PM
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Anu Taranath
With views of the Williamsburg and Manhattan skylines, Penny Williamsburg’s rooftop bar ElNico has one of the best new outdoor spaces in the city.
Stay Here Next
An Art-Focused Hotel—With an Incredible Rooftop—Opens in Brooklyn
July 19, 2023 01:43 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
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Hotels
You Can Experience a Tree House Spa Designed by Dior in Sicily—but Not for Long
July 19, 2023 07:18 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
Crowds in downtown Tokyo
Air Travel News
United Just Added These New Nonstop Flights to Asia
July 19, 2023 07:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
A cheaper flight, but at what cost?
Air Travel News
What Happens When You Skip Your Connecting Flight?
July 18, 2023 07:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, is located in Bali's jungle interior 40 minutes by care north of Ubud.
Stay Here Next
Bali Without the Crowds? This New Resort Offers a Hidden Side of the Island
July 18, 2023 01:40 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Pyramids of Giza in northern Egypt
Longreads
We Love to Hate the Travel Bucket List. Why?
July 18, 2023 11:48 AM
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Carey Baraka
This is your chance to see the solar eclipse from the unique vantage point of the ocean.
Ocean Cruises
This 22-Day Solar Eclipse Cruise Will Sail Into the Path of Totality in Mexico
July 18, 2023 10:16 AM
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Bailey Berg
Some of the wall hangings are decorated with pineapples—considered a sign of wealth during Marie Antoinette's time.
History + Culture
Marie Antoinette’s Rooms Just Reopened at Versailles—Here’s a Look Inside
July 17, 2023 07:01 PM
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Bailey Berg
It'll soon to easier to work from the United States northern neighbor.
Trending News
Canada Wants You to Live and Work There With a New Digital Nomad Program
July 17, 2023 03:44 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Deals for Travelers in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023
July 17, 2023 01:17 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Blake at Taos Ski Valley
Hotels
Immerse Yourself in Natural Beauty, Adventure, and More in Taos
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British Airways and Iberia airplanes
Loyalty + Rewards
5 Tips for Redeeming AmEx Membership Rewards Points for Top Value
July 15, 2023 09:42 AM
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Paul Rubio
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Destination Spotlight
10 Favorite Puerto Rico Finds From Locals in Our United Voices by AFAR Program
Sponsored by
How to Rack Up Lots of Points and Miles This Spring
Air Travel News
How Do Pilots Make Up Time En Route After a Flight Delay?
July 13, 2023 02:35 PM
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Chris Dong
Vaduz castle in the capital of Liechtenstein
Longreads
I Trekked an Entire European Country in Three Days
July 13, 2023 09:35 AM
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Andrew Altschul
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