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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
Left: New Orleans French Quarter Scenic photo of buildings with flowers on their balcony railings. Right: tuba player and musicians performing on the streets in the French Quarter
History + Culture
Road Scholar Is Adding 2 New Civil Rights Tours to Its Lineup
July 16, 2026 04:14 PM
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Stacey Lastoe
Left: Torrance Beach lifeguard; right: people on the beach during daytime
Accessible Travel
From California to Scotland, These 8 Beaches Are Raising the Bar for Accessibility
July 16, 2026 02:27 PM
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Matt Villano
Large golden columns flank the check-in counters at Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati, India
Air Travel News
Can Airports Be Beautiful? These 7 New Terminals Were Just Recognized for Their Stunning Design
July 16, 2026 01:54 PM
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Chris Dong
A rendering gives a first look of the newly redesigned Sandals Jamaica Montego Bay.
Hotels We Love
Inside Sandals’ $200 Million Jamaica Transformation
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Accessible Travel
The Unsung Tech That’s Making the World Easier to Navigate
July 15, 2026 11:59 AM
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Jamie Davis Smith
A Delta One lie-flat seat in the lie-flat position seen from above with a pillow and quilted blanket
Air Travel News
Delta’s New “Basic” Business-Class Fares Offer the Same Comfy Seats for Less, But with Fewer Perks
July 14, 2026 06:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
La finca from above
Accessible Travel
One of Mexico’s Most Inclusive Farm Stays Is Hidden in an Orchard
July 14, 2026 04:16 PM
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Zanny Merullo
Ben’s Chili Bowl in Washington D.C.
Bars + Nightlife
5 Washington, D.C. Neighborhoods That Come Alive at Night
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Triglavski National Park, Slovenia
Hiking + Cycling
This New 2,000-Mile Hiking Trail Crosses 6 Countries in Europe
July 14, 2026 01:25 PM
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Karthika Gupta
Passenger sitting on chair in modern light airport with outstretched legs on suitcases, reading magazine and waiting airplane arriving, flight delay. Young woman travel and relax on vacation
Trending News
TSA’s New Security Scanners Could Mean Stricter Carry-On Size Limits
July 13, 2026 08:50 PM
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Bailey Berg
Sunrise view of popular tourist attraction ancient temple complex Angkor Wat with reflected in lake Siem Reap, Cambodia
Where to Travel Next
The Best Temples, Food, and Things to Do in Siem Reap
July 13, 2026 06:06 PM
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Anna Mazurek
Hvar, Croatia
Trending News
Travelers Get a Reprieve as Europe Pushes Back Its ETIAS Entry Requirement Again
July 13, 2026 05:14 PM
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Lydia Price
A glassy lake with evergreen trees and snow-capped mountains in the background
Road Trips
Traverse 2 National Parks, Hike Across Glaciers, and Sip Craft Beer on This 7-Day Alaska Road Trip
July 13, 2026 12:57 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
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Air Travel News
Booked the Window. Got a Wall. United Faces Lawsuit Over Seat Fees
July 13, 2026 11:24 AM
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Lydia Price
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
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
The Cooper’s deck chairs are among the design elements that reflect the city’s connection to the water.
Hotels
The Cooper Redefines Charleston’s Waterfront Stay
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Turquoise cardboard containers of raspberries, blackberries, cherries, and strawberries
Travel Tips + Etiquette
At U.S. Customs, a Single Piece of Fruit Can Cost You $300. Here’s How to Avoid Being Fined.
July 8, 2026 02:20 AM
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Sophie Friedman
Rocky hill with some trees, turquoise water with sunbathers and some white boats
Where to Travel Next
5 Easy Alternatives to Crowded Summer Destinations in France
July 7, 2026 03:49 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA
Road Trips
This Summer Road Trip Crosses 700 Miles of One of the Most Underrated U.S. States
July 7, 2026 02:59 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
At The Cooper’s signature restaurant, The Crossing, a raw bar anchors the dining room.
Hotels
Charleston’s Best Waterfront Dining Is at This Hotel
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Different foreign passports from many countries
Visas + Passports
The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?
July 7, 2026 02:23 AM
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Bailey Berg
United States Of America Florida Florida Keys Key Largo John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park snorkeling on the coral reef
Water Sports
This Florida Island Is One of the Best in the World for Snorkeling
July 6, 2026 10:36 PM
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Charlene Fang
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