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Go boating in the BVI to explore some of its lesser-known gems.

6 Under-the-Radar Places to Visit in the British Virgin Islands

From kayaking through a secret mangrove lagoon to glamping on a coral beach, this stunning Caribbean archipelago is full of surprises.

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A room in the Populus Seattle with a king-sized bed, brick walls, wood beams, windows and a floral painting above the bed

Hotel News + Openings

2 of Our Favorite Hotel Brands Just Debuted in This Pacific Northwest City

Both properties stand out for their design-forward approach to sustainability, making them an appealing choice for travelers who appreciate lower-impact luxury.

May 27, 2025 04:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Go in Spring

10 Best Places to Travel in April

Hit a reopened California highway, chase dark skies in Arkansas, and toast the grape harvest in Chile this April.

February 11, 2026 10:25 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Family Travel

9 Last-Minute Summer Family Getaways in the U.S.

Fall is around the corner, but there’s still time to take the kids somewhere special.

July 29, 2021 05:20 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

Air Travel News

JetBlue Is Charging Surge Pricing for Checked Bags—Here’s What That Means for Passengers

Checking a bag has just become more expensive—and more confusing—for JetBlue fliers.

April 4, 2024 04:03 PM

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Bill Fink

Fliers in smaller markets are about to have less options.

Los Angeles and San Francisco are among the hubs that will see the most service cuts.

October 3, 2022 04:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

Is Anyone Still Flying? What Air Travel During a Pandemic Looks Like

For the fraction of those who still have to take to the skies, here’s what they can expect.

April 2, 2020 03:31 PM

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Michelle Baran

An airplane wing on a sunny day with fluffy clouds in the background

Air Travel News

6 Aviation Words You May Be Using Incorrectly

Do you know the difference between a direct flight and a nonstop flight?

April 2, 2024 02:15 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

U.S. Beaches

The 11 Best Beaches in Florida, From Cityside Shores to Uninhabited Islands

Florida’s many beaches offer sand, surf, and salty breezes—plus a healthy dose of urban fun.

January 13, 2026 03:21 PM

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Terry Ward

The pool at Grand Hotel Fasano sits by the shores of Lake Garda in Italy.

Stay Here Next

This Idyllic Italian Lake Is an Overlooked Alternative to Lake Como—Here’s Where to Stay

The neoclassical-style Grand Hotel Fasano on Italy’s Lake Garda offers a more laid-back alternative to flashy Lake Como.

May 14, 2025 12:21 PM

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Alia Akkam

Food + Drink

This Is the World’s First Michelin-Starred Ice Cream Shop

What makes ice cream deserve a Michelin star? We go inside the world’s only designated shop to find out.

May 13, 2025 12:01 PM

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Clarissa Wei

Style + Design

Italy, Art, and a Feminist Movement: The Design Inspiration Behind the Wing

For interior designer Chiara de Rege, a modern workspace for women channels femininity, sophistication, and the spirit of a city.

January 23, 2019 01:23 PM

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Aislyn Greene

The site of the 1960 Winter Olympics has been renamed to Olympic Valley.

Changing the names removes a slur for Indigenous women.

September 29, 2022 08:22 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels

AutoCamp Is Expanding With a New Collection of Upcycled Motels and Lodges for Adventurers

Field Station is launching in 2023 in Moab, Utah, with rates under $200 per night.

September 29, 2022 11:53 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Person holding up a blue U.S. passport with a boarding pass tucked inside with what appears to be a blurred airport terminal in the background with people milling about

Visas + Passports

Americans Can Finally Renew Their Passports Online 24/7

It’s the U.S. passport news we’ve all been waiting for. Here’s how it works and who does and doesn’t have access to the new—now permanent—online renewal system.

September 18, 2024 01:48 PM

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Bailey Berg

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