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Edition Hotels Gets Serious About Going Plastic-Free

With a bold new industry initiative and a partnership with an innovative bottled water company, Ian Schrager’s stylish hotel collection is doing Earth Day right.

April 19, 2018 12:27 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Winter Sports

Who Wears It Well? The Best in Après-Ski Outfits

The top après-ski style contenders come from Switzerland and Colorado, where the “little black dress” of ski comes into play.

December 21, 2020 06:37 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

From Marlborough to Monterey: How Separated Sisters Found Each Other Through Wine

The best way to get to know a sibling you didn’t know existed? Wine tastings.

May 9, 2016 07:43 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Where to Travel Next

5 Perfect Days in the Florida Keys

Strolling sandy beaches, fishing deep waters, watching the sun go down with a margarita in hand:

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Tips + News

London Airport Cracks Down on Sleeping Overnight in Its Terminal

In addition to closing the departures area periodically after midnight, the airport says travelers can no longer sleep on the floor overnight.

June 19, 2018 07:15 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

History + Culture

Cultural Ambassadors Are Improving Hawaiian Hotels—Here’s How

Native Hawaiian advisors are helping hotels and their guests respect the islands’ heritage. But there’s more to the job than lei-making.

January 28, 2019 02:30 PM

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Kelly Magyarics

Tips + News

Thailand to Consider Requiring Visitors to Buy Travel Insurance

It’s probably a good idea either way.

June 9, 2017 07:03 PM

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Matt Villano

Restaurants + Cafés

Refugee Chefs Are Revolutionizing the U.S. Food Scene

Restaurants and pop-up dinners led by immigrants and asylees cook up cutting-edge cuisine with a side of cross-cultural connection.

December 6, 2018 03:42 PM

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Sarah Buder

History + Culture

The World’s Most Literate Country Gets a Library From the Future

Suddenly working or reading in a coffee shop seems so old-fashioned, thanks to Oodi, Helsinki’s new forward-thinking central library.

December 5, 2018 12:41 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Air Travel News

The New French Airline You Can Start Flying This Fall

Air France is launching a new lifestyle airline called Joon.

July 21, 2017 04:00 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Air Travel News

Anyone Is Now Allowed Beyond Security at Pittsburgh International Airport

People wishing to walk a loved one to a gate or explore a terminal must apply for a pass and go through the same security as ticketed passengers.

August 31, 2017 06:04 PM

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Matt Villano

COVID + Travel

10 Virtual Travel Ideas That Will Transport You to Another Place

Travel to the destinations you love—or would love to visit—from the comfort of your couch.

May 15, 2020 01:29 PM

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Jessie Beck

Safari

Why You Should Slow Down on Your Next Safari

The traditional African safari is a whirlwind of back-to-back stays at different camps, but often it pays to ease your pace.

October 9, 2017 03:36 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Travel for Good

How to Enjoy Switzerland’s Beauty—and Help Keep It That Way

As our horizons broaden postpandemic, many of us are looking for low-impact ways to travel. Switzerland is uniquely set up for a sustainable trip.

March 16, 2022 05:37 PM

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Jonny Bierman

Air Travel News

At LAX, Cutting-Edge Tech Is Speeding Up the Boarding Process

In Los Angeles, a pretty face can get you places, including onto your next flight.

February 6, 2018 01:27 PM

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Matthew Phenix

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