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Portland, OR, USA - Aug 31, 2025: Interior view of the Portland International Airport (PDX) terminal building featuring a massive 9-acre timber roof, designed by ZGF Architects.
Air Travel News
This Midwestern City Has North America’s Best Airport Three Years Running
J.D. Power’s 2026 survey ranks airports in North America based on passenger satisfaction. These airports came out on top across three categories.
September 17, 2026 01:56 AM
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Michelle Baran
The Poppin airport lounge in Atlanta with a colorful central counter with a red design feature atop it and a turquoise wall lined with grab-and-go snacks and sweets
Air Travel News
This Quietly Growing Airport Lounge Trend Is Perfect for Travelers Who Are Short on Time
September 16, 2026 06:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
Children swimming in the water by some rocks
Where to Travel Next
The 10 Best Islands to Move to After Retiring
September 16, 2026 11:53 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Wheel of The World Group
Accessible Travel
What Patagonia Taught Me About Who Gets to Travel
September 16, 2026 11:02 AM
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Álvaro Silberstein
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Road Trips
17 Great Places to Stop Along California’s Pacific Coast Highway
September 16, 2026 10:02 AM
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Sara Button
(Left) Bamberg, Germany, (Right) Bamberg, Germany - May 26, 2026 - a glass of Aecht Schlenkerla smoked beer
Hiking + Cycling
Walk Pint-to-Pint on This Beer Hiking Trail in Germany
September 16, 2026 09:10 AM
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Adam H. Callaghan
A mock-up of two premium economy seats from Emirates with a divider between them and a small smartphone stand on the tray table of the seat in the foreground
Air Travel News
Emirates Is Bringing Business-Class Privacy to Premium Economy
September 15, 2026 05:13 PM
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Bailey Berg
Why Your Clients Will Love Dreaming About This Next-Level Wine Destination
AFAR Advisor
Why Your Clients Will Love Dreaming About This Next-Level Wine Destination
Sponsored by
Why You’ll Love This Next-Level Wine Destination
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
Why You’ll Love This Next-Level Wine Destination
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United Adds New Hawaii Flights From These U.S. Cities
Air Travel News
United Adds New Hawaii Flights From These U.S. Cities
February 12, 2021 08:32 PM
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Michelle Baran
Black Travel Is Not a Monolith
People
Black Travel Is Not a Monolith
February 12, 2021 02:02 PM
8 Sales Travelers Shouldn’t Miss This Presidents’ Day Weekend
Packing Tips + Gear
8 Sales Travelers Shouldn’t Miss This Presidents’ Day Weekend
February 11, 2021 03:00 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Do You Actually Have to Quarantine After Entry Into the U.S.?
Tips + News
Do You Actually Have to Quarantine After Entry Into the U.S.?
February 11, 2021 02:20 PM
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Michelle Baran
Our Picks for Face Masks to Buy—and the Latest Rules for Wearing Them
COVID + Travel
Our Picks for Face Masks to Buy—and the Latest Rules for Wearing Them
February 10, 2021 07:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First
Air Travel News
This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First
February 9, 2021 05:41 PM
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Michelle Baran
Vaccinated Travelers Will Be Able to Move Freely Between Greece and Israel
Tips + News
Vaccinated Travelers Will Be Able to Move Freely Between Greece and Israel
February 8, 2021 06:07 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break
Food + Drink
Everything You Need to Know About Fika, the Swedish Coffee Break
February 8, 2021 03:03 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Sistine Chapel Key-Keeper Opens Up After Lockdown
Museums + Galleries
Sistine Chapel Key-Keeper Opens Up After Lockdown
February 8, 2021 02:29 PM
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Paolo Lucariello
Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly
Hiking + Cycling
Brooklyn Bridge to Get Dedicated Bike Lane in Push to Make NYC Bike Friendly
February 8, 2021 12:54 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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History + Culture
21 Places to Learn About African American History
February 8, 2021 09:23 AM
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Sarah Buder
Canada Bans Cruising Until February 2022
Cruise
Canada Bans Cruising Until February 2022
February 5, 2021 08:56 PM
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Michelle Baran
No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500
Tips + News
No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500
February 5, 2021 07:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
AFAR Advisor
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
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One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
Outdoor Adventure
One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
February 5, 2021 12:14 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Are Flexible Hotel Check-In Times the Way of the Future?
AFAR Advisor
Are Flexible Hotel Check-In Times the Way of the Future?
February 5, 2021 09:06 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
We Know We Traveled Less in 2020. But How Much Less?
Air Travel News
We Know We Traveled Less in 2020. But How Much Less?
February 4, 2021 05:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”
Books
New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”
February 4, 2021 12:35 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Four Seasons Hawaii Now Offers Private Flights to Its Island Resorts
Hotels
Four Seasons Hawaii Now Offers Private Flights to Its Island Resorts
February 3, 2021 07:59 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Newest Airstream Is Custom-Built for Working From the Road
Road Trips
The Newest Airstream Is Custom-Built for Working From the Road
February 3, 2021 07:45 PM
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Michelle Baran
7 Incredible Hikes in Australia
Hiking + Cycling
7 Incredible Hikes in Australia
February 3, 2021 05:15 PM
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Celeste Mitchell
A Rare Exhibition of Egyptian Treasures Will Debut in the U.S. This Year
History + Culture
A Rare Exhibition of Egyptian Treasures Will Debut in the U.S. This Year
February 3, 2021 05:00 PM
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Sarah Buder
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
Tips + News
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
February 3, 2021 12:57 PM
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Jan M. Olsen
Once Upon a Time in Central Florida
Longreads
Once Upon a Time in Central Florida
February 3, 2021 10:14 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place
Tips + News
Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place
February 2, 2021 05:34 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Yayoi Kusama’s Major U.S. Exhibition Will Finally Debut Spring 2021
Museums + Galleries
Yayoi Kusama’s Major U.S. Exhibition Will Finally Debut Spring 2021
February 1, 2021 03:25 PM
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Sarah Buder
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