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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
Illy Is Offering a Luxury Trip to Coffee School in Italy for $100,000
Epic Trips
Illy Is Offering a Luxury Trip to Coffee School in Italy for $100,000
July 29, 2019 06:10 PM
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Brooke Vaughan
Why Summer is Amazing at this New York City Luxury Hotel
Hotels
Why Summer is Amazing at this New York City Luxury Hotel
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Make Your Frequent Flier Miles Go Further With These Hacks
Loyalty + Rewards
Make Your Frequent Flier Miles Go Further With These Hacks
July 26, 2019 05:13 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Joshua Tree National Park’s Namesake Plants Under Serious Threat From Climate Change
Tips + News
Joshua Tree National Park’s Namesake Plants Under Serious Threat From Climate Change
July 26, 2019 01:22 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
“Once Upon a Time . . . in Hollywood” Filming Locations You Can Visit in Los Angeles
Art + Culture
“Once Upon a Time . . . in Hollywood” Filming Locations You Can Visit in Los Angeles
July 26, 2019 11:30 AM
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Marielle Wakim
Eat and Drink With the Ghosts of Old Hollywood at Musso & Frank
Restaurants + Cafés
Eat and Drink With the Ghosts of Old Hollywood at Musso & Frank
July 26, 2019 11:29 AM
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Marielle Wakim
This Airport Has Opened a “Sensory Suite” for Special-Needs Passengers
Tips + News
This Airport Has Opened a “Sensory Suite” for Special-Needs Passengers
July 26, 2019 10:17 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
A Good Travel Buddy Is Hard to Find
Epic Trips
A Good Travel Buddy Is Hard to Find
July 25, 2019 09:06 PM
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Jacqueline Winspear
Southwest Just Announced Some Major News
Air Travel News
Southwest Just Announced Some Major News
July 25, 2019 04:24 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Discovering South Africa, Affordably
Where to Travel Next
Discovering South Africa, Affordably
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Experience Remote Luxury, South African-Style
Safari
Experience Remote Luxury, South African-Style
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Paris Airports 101: Everything You Need to Know
Air Travel News
Paris Airports 101: Everything You Need to Know
July 25, 2019 01:49 PM
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Sara Lieberman
Social Media Tips for Travel Advisors
AFAR Advisor
Social Media Tips for Travel Advisors
July 25, 2019 12:10 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
These Visionaries Are Helping to Protect the Planet for Tomorrow’s Travelers
Travel for Good
These Visionaries Are Helping to Protect the Planet for Tomorrow’s Travelers
July 25, 2019 10:46 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
How to Explore South Africa by Luxury Train
Train Travel
How to Explore South Africa by Luxury Train
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How to Travel with Purpose in South Africa
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Travel with Purpose in South Africa
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Why Hiking Makes a South Africa Trip Even More Amazing
Hiking + Cycling
Why Hiking Makes a South Africa Trip Even More Amazing
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Great Water Shoes That Are Actually Stylish
Water Sports
Great Water Shoes That Are Actually Stylish
July 24, 2019 06:59 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
See South Africa in Rustic Elegance
Where to Travel Next
See South Africa in Rustic Elegance
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The World’s First Airport Terminal Named for an LGBTQ Leader Opens in San Francisco
Air Travel News
The World’s First Airport Terminal Named for an LGBTQ Leader Opens in San Francisco
July 24, 2019 05:52 PM
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Sarah Buder
In Bhutan, Wellness Awaits—Even If You’re Bad at Yoga
Health + Wellness
In Bhutan, Wellness Awaits—Even If You’re Bad at Yoga
July 24, 2019 05:44 PM
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Ryan Knighton
Iceland to Hold Memorial for Glacier Lost to Climate Change
Tips + News
Iceland to Hold Memorial for Glacier Lost to Climate Change
July 24, 2019 03:51 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Why Spain Is the Best Place to Rekindle a Love of Late Nights
Bars + Nightlife
Why Spain Is the Best Place to Rekindle a Love of Late Nights
July 24, 2019 03:29 PM
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Mira T. Lee
Norway Is One of the World’s Happiest Countries. Is Friluftsliv the Secret?
Outdoor Adventure
Norway Is One of the World’s Happiest Countries. Is Friluftsliv the Secret?
July 24, 2019 01:50 PM
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Lisa Abend
Maximize Points With These Newly Combined Air-Hotel Loyalty Programs
Loyalty + Rewards
Maximize Points With These Newly Combined Air-Hotel Loyalty Programs
July 24, 2019 01:33 PM
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Michelle Baran
Brewing Coffee on the Rialto Bridge (and Other Unexpected Things That Are Illegal in Venice)
Tips + News
Brewing Coffee on the Rialto Bridge (and Other Unexpected Things That Are Illegal in Venice)
July 23, 2019 08:50 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
United Aims to Make Wi-Fi Free, Too
Air Travel News
United Aims to Make Wi-Fi Free, Too
July 23, 2019 03:34 PM
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Michelle Baran
In a Medieval Swiss Town, the Art of Mechanical Timekeeping Keeps on Ticking
Style + Design
In a Medieval Swiss Town, the Art of Mechanical Timekeeping Keeps on Ticking
July 23, 2019 01:49 PM
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Victoria Gomelsky
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