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An empty Wine Bar by Wolfgang Puck in Terminal 6 at LAX with rows of lights lining the ceilings and tables along the windows
Air Travel News
At Select Airports, TSA PreCheck Members Can Now Head to the Gate Without a Boarding Pass
The new program launched in early September and is available at 13 U.S. airports to start.
September 9, 2026 06:35 PM
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Bailey Berg
a US passport with a Global Entry form poking out of it. both sit on a wood background
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Gift a TSA PreCheck or Global Entry Membership—for Free
September 9, 2026 02:10 PM
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Bailey Berg
train tracks through fall foliage in New Hampshire
Outdoor Adventure
Going Car-Free Is the Best Way to See Fall Foliage
September 9, 2026 12:46 PM
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Miles Howard
A train travels through picturesque sunflower fields in rural Italy, showcasing agricultural beauty
Train Travel
The Best Way to Explore Europe Is by Train. This Pass Gives You Rail Access to 33 Countries.
September 9, 2026 11:57 AM
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Sophie Friedman
aerial view of Alonnisos Island in Greece, surrounded by blue water, mountainous green islands, and a sailboat
Trending News
This Global “Not Hot List” Reveals 10 Under-the-Radar Places Ready to Welcome More Visitors
September 9, 2026 11:55 AM
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Billie Cohen
National Mall, Washington Monument, Washington DC, United States
4 Days In
I’ve Lived in Washington, D.C., for 17 Years. These Are the Places I Always Take Visitors.
September 9, 2026 03:46 AM
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Karen Carmichael
Overhead view of a Margherita pizza in a box with basil leaves atop it and surrounding the box and a beer off to the side
Air Travel News
United Tests Delivering Food Directly to Your Gate, and We Have Some Questions—Here’s How It Works
September 8, 2026 06:00 PM
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Chris Dong
A dining table and chairs as well as some loungers on an outdoor deck on the Windstar Star Seeker cruise ship
Small Ship Cruises
Are You an Introvert or an Extrovert? This Newly Launched Yacht-Style Cruise Ship Is Ideal for Both
June 18, 2026 02:54 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
A safari vehicle stops at a health checkpoint along a dirt road in Uganda
Trending News
What Travel in Central and East Africa Really Looks Like Amid the Ebola Outbreak
June 17, 2026 06:17 PM
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Alicia Erickson
Villa Argentina terrace with view of Dubrovnik's Old Town
Hotel News + Openings
One of Dubrovnik’s Most Beloved Waterfront Hotels Is Back
June 17, 2026 06:05 PM
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Kristin Vuković
Garner state park hiking views.
Road Trips
The Ultimate Texas Hill Country Road Trip Includes Tree Houses, Tubing, and Tacos
June 17, 2026 05:49 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
New York City took first place again in 2022.
Cities We Love
The Best City in the U.S. is Also the World’s Most Linguistically Diverse
June 17, 2026 03:56 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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Train Travel
This Newly Updated Luxury Train Takes Travelers Deeper Into the Balkans
June 17, 2026 11:56 AM
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Nicole Trilivas
Two children on water off a beach shore
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beach Getaways
June 17, 2026 10:30 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Interior image of downtown Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Trending News
These Are the 20 Busiest Airports in the United States
June 17, 2026 10:06 AM
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Michelle Baran
A black and white image of a Pan Am Clipper Express airplane
Trending News
Pan Am Is Back—This Time With New Luxury Global Trips
June 16, 2026 07:36 PM
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Jeri Clausing
An airstream trailer at Autocamp Yosemite
Hotels
Airstreams. Canvas Tents. Tiny Cabins. These Are the Best Glamping Brands for Every Type of Traveler
June 16, 2026 11:53 AM
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Bailey Berg
3EPTBXH Seattle, USA. 15th June, 2026. Seattle, Washington, June 15, 2026: Egypt's Ahmed Fatouh (13) advances with the ball while being challenged by Belgium's Thomas Meunier (15) during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match at Seattle Stadium in Seattle, Washington, USA. Belgium faces Egypt in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match at Seattle Stadium. Photo by Sandra Agbotse/Sipa USA Credit: Sipa USA/Alamy Live News
Trending News
A Last-Minute World Cup Trip Is More Doable Than You Think—Here’s Why
June 16, 2026 11:47 AM
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Bailey Berg
San Francisco, CA - June 10, 2023: Participants in Juneteenth Parade to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and celebrate African American culture and contributions.
Trending News
From Galveston to Tulsa, These Juneteenth Events Honor Freedom and Resilience
June 15, 2026 06:46 PM
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Lydia Price
Left: A serene aerial view of the sandy beach and coastline of Saugatuck, Michigan; right: CommunityPRIDEFest
LGBTQ Travel
This Midwest Region Is a Relaxing Escape for Wine, Art, and LGBTQ+ Community
June 15, 2026 05:46 PM
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Matt Kirouac
Several older white people sitting outside, with a crumbling yellow building as the backdrop, in Italy
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Do You Tip in Italy? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give
June 15, 2026 02:33 PM
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Becca Blond
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Off The Tourist Trail
Skip the Crowds: Smarter Ways to Experience the Caribbean
June 15, 2026 09:02 AM
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Laura Begley Bloom
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Where to Travel Next
The 11 Most Charming Villages and Towns on the French Riviera
June 13, 2026 07:18 AM
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Sophie Friedman
David Barzelay of San Francisco's lauded Lazy Bear restaurant has created a dish made of a hashbrown with pickled relish and cured trout roe for United
Air Travel News
United’s Business Fliers Will Be Served Meals by the Stars of Netflix’s Chef’s Table. Here’s a Sneak Preview
June 12, 2026 05:18 PM
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Chris Dong
Williamsburg, VA USA - September 16, 2022: Shields Tavern, a historic eating restaurant, in the tourist town of Colonial Williamsburg
Food + Drink
14 Ye Olde Historic Taverns Across 7 U.S. States Where You Can Toast the Revolution
June 12, 2026 01:27 PM
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Brooke Barbier
two people sitting by the lake with mountains in the background and the picture is made to look like it's been ripped in half
Travel Tips + Etiquette
What Happens if Your Relationship Ends Before a Big Trip? Well, Now There’s Insurance for That
June 12, 2026 12:35 PM
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Mark Ellwood
National Landing presents Pride Happy Hour at Freddie’s Beach Bar on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Arlington. (Asico Photo)
LGBTQ Travel
Why You Should Visit This Queer Military Bar Created During a Time of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
June 12, 2026 09:56 AM
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Katie Chang
An A-frame Airbnb cabin in Canada sitting atop granite rocks with a smattering of tall, slender pine trees around and a sunset in the distance
Loyalty + Rewards
Chase Sapphire Preferred Just Added Major New Card Benefits—While Removing Some Others
June 11, 2026 06:33 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
People riding colorful boats in the Xochimilco canals of Mexico City
Trending News
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico Has a New Message for Travelers as the World Cup Begins
June 11, 2026 05:45 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
American Airlines Plane at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Trending News
American Airlines Suspends 6 Domestic Routes Due to Rising Fuel Costs
June 11, 2026 05:42 PM
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Bailey Berg
Chimney Rock an abrupt butte near Cortez, 2015
History + Culture
This National Park Alternative in Colorado Allows Only 30 Visitors per Day
June 11, 2026 02:40 PM
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Daliah Singer
Experience the British Isles with fewer crowds on Atlas Ocean Voyages’ fall sailing.
Cruise
The Best Small-Ship Cruises to Take This Fall
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A ceremony involving colorful powders shooting into the air during on soccer field with a stadium full of onlookers
Where to Travel Next
Your Guide to World Cup 2026 Travel
June 11, 2026 09:09 AM
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Billie Cohen
A color x-ray image of a luggage with various items including a marijuana leaf
Air Travel News
Has TSA Changed Its Marijuana Policy?
June 10, 2026 06:05 PM
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Iona Brannon
Northern Spy
Food + Drink
Eat Like It’s 1776: This Boston-Area Dinner Series Lets Travelers Taste Colonial New England
June 10, 2026 05:41 PM
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