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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
It’s a golden opportunity to explore the places and learn about the people that have defined the state’s past.
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
Lake Club Exterior, Ritz Carlton Tahoe
Lake Club Exterior, Ritz Carlton Tahoe
Hotels
The Best Lake Tahoe Hotels for Ski Season and Summer Escapes
June 28, 2026 12:08 PM
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Alexandra Cheney
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International Beaches
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
June 27, 2026 03:59 AM
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Lottie Gross
Chimney Rock National Monument defining rock formation to the back drop of a two-toned evening, part turquoise, part dark blue, with a faint moon up above
Road Trips
Colorado Wants You to Stay Up Late on This New Stargazing Road Trip
June 26, 2026 07:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Santa Maria Beach, Los Cabos, Baja California sur, Mexico
Trending News
The Best Time to Visit These Hot-Weather Destinations May Be the Hottest Time of Year
June 26, 2026 05:31 PM
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Jon Bailey
People in a fishing skift operated by the Boat Company with forest-covered cliffs in the background in Alaska
Small Ship Cruises
This Nonprofit Cruise Line Wants to Make You Fall in Love With Alaska—So You’ll Help Protect It
June 26, 2026 01:03 PM
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Jeri Clausing
This New Mexico Road Trip Is the Ultimate Introduction to the Land of Enchantment
Road Trips
The New Mexico Road Trip Itinerary That Takes You off the Beaten Path
August 21, 2023 08:04 PM
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Adam H. Graham
A tub with a view: Pier One overlooks Sydney Harbour and its iconic Harbour Bridge.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Hotels in Sydney
August 21, 2023 02:39 PM
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Krisanne Fordham
The Classic 5-Day Arizona Road Trip
Road Trips
The Ultimate Road Trip From Phoenix to the Grand Canyon
August 21, 2023 02:10 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Mountains surrounding the town of Grindewald, Switzerland.
Art + Culture
15 Star Wars Filming Locations Worth a Visit
August 18, 2023 02:16 PM
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Kyle N. Ormiston
How Away Revolutionized the Future of Smart Suitcases
Packing Tips + Gear
Save Up to 35 Percent on Luggage During a Surprise Away Sale
August 18, 2023 12:17 PM
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Bailey Berg
Copenhagen Nyhavn port
Air Travel News
American Airlines Just Added These New Europe Routes for 2024
August 18, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
image of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. with the Washington Monument in the background and people milling about in the foreground
Trending News
Can ChatGPT Actually Plan a Decent Travel Itinerary? Yes, and No.
August 17, 2023 07:04 PM
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Tiana Attride
Putting your phone away is one of the easiest ways to help customs lines move more quickly.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Waiting in a Customs Line? You Might Want to Put Your Phone Away
August 17, 2023 02:59 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Le Club 55, Pampelonne, France
Epic Trips
5 Top Beach Clubs Around the World for the Ultimate Summer Getaway
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Sunset by the firepit at the Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe.
Hotels
These Are 6 Great Hotels for Watching October’s Solar Eclipse—and You Can Still Book Them
August 16, 2023 04:33 PM
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Stephanie Vermillion
The large and airy central lobby at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa with huge hanging chandeliers, a central bar and palm trees around it
Trending News
What a Truly Autism-Friendly Destination Resort Looks Like
August 16, 2023 03:02 PM
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Matt Villano
cruise ship at twilight in Alaska with snow-capped mountains in the background and a little bird house above the water in the foreground
Ocean Cruises
Ever Heard of a Closed-Loop Cruise? Here’s What to Know About These Unique Sailings
August 15, 2023 06:21 PM
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Michelle Baran
Passengers sitting in Emirates' new cream-colored leather premium economy seats being served wine and sparkling wine
Air Travel News
Emirates Expands Its New Premium Economy Cabin to These U.S. Routes
August 15, 2023 04:09 PM
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Chris Dong
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Outdoor Adventure
Meet the People Shaping Puerto Rico’s Surfing Culture
August 14, 2023 08:43 PM
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Jesse Echevarría
charred cars and buildings line the waterfront in western Maui town of Lāhainā, which was destroyed by wildfires in early August 2023
Trending News
What to Know About Maui’s Wildfire Recovery Efforts and How Travelers Can Help
August 14, 2023 05:50 PM
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Michelle Baran
Whether you get your passport photos taken at a store, through an app, or at home, there are certain rules you'll have to follow.
Visas + Passports
How to Take a Good Passport Photo
August 12, 2023 08:00 AM
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James Oliver Cury
The Best Beach Getaways Near Barcelona
International Beaches
8 Beautiful, Must-Visit Beaches Near Barcelona
August 11, 2023 04:09 PM
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Jennifer Ceaser
Handelskade in Willemstad.
Islands
5 Unexpected Ways to Immerse Yourself in Curaçao’s Distinctive Culture
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Several High-Speed Train Routes Are Coming to the United States
Train Travel
These 5 New High-Speed Trains Are Coming to the U.S.
August 11, 2023 01:05 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The newly appointment national monument, Avi Kwa Ame covers 506,814 acres of southern Nevada, including a peak considered sacred to 12 Indigenous groups, who believe it is part of their creation story.
National Parks
The U.S. Now Has 5 New National Monuments—With More Coming
August 11, 2023 11:30 AM
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Bailey Berg
The best seats in the house? United's Polaris business class seats.
Loyalty + Rewards
8 Best Airline Credit Cards for Points, Free Checked Bags, and Lounge Access
August 10, 2023 07:13 PM
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Paul Rubio
Mother and child sitting on grass next to black backpack diaper bag from No Reception Club
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Family Travel Gear, According to Well-Traveled Parents
August 10, 2023 04:55 PM
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Michelle Baran
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Underrated Joy of Asking for Directions
August 10, 2023 04:04 PM
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Amy Zhang
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Art + Culture
5 Places to Travel for Music and the Best Ways to Experience It
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Cities We Love
French Quarter and Beyond: 12 Things to Do While Visiting New Orleans
August 10, 2023 01:00 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
The 7 Best Beaches in Rhode Island
U.S. Beaches
7 Of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Rhode Island
August 9, 2023 08:01 PM
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Bob Curley
Sydney, Australia
The Next List
6 Places in Australia to Visit Now
August 9, 2023 05:05 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
a green waterway snakes between orange-hued cliffs that make up Marble Canyon in Arizona
National Parks
The U.S. Just Got a New National Monument Near the Grand Canyon—Here’s What to Know
August 9, 2023 04:04 PM
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Bailey Berg
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