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Cruise Lines Skip Russia and Head to These Beautiful Ports Instead

In light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, cruise lines are steering away from Russian ports to alternate destinations in Estonia, Finland, Germany, and Sweden.

March 14, 2022 09:49 PM

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Fran Golden

TSA checkpoint at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Enhanced technology allows agents to confirm passengers’ flight details simply by scanning their government-issued ID.

March 28, 2024 02:00 PM

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Michelle Baran

Historic town of Perast in the Bay of Kotor, Montenegro with older homes and buildings with orange-tiled roofs, lining the waterfrton with a handful of small boats moored, and mountains in the background

Cruise

How to Escape the Mediterranean Cruise Crowds? Head to This Underrated Coastal Paradise Instead

One writer is reminded of the importance of slowing down and embracing calm during an off-season cruise on the recently relaunched ‘Crystal Symphony.’

December 23, 2024 06:02 PM

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Fran Golden

Tips + News

U.K. vs. Great Britain: What’s the Difference (and Will Brexit Change Anything)?

Spoiler alert: The U.K. and Great Britain are different things. Here’s what you need to know about the history and etymology of a fairly baffling cluster of islands.

February 6, 2020 06:22 PM

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Tim Chester

History + Culture

New Rijksmuseum Exhibition Takes Unflinching Look at Slavery

Opening to schoolchildren this week, the show at the Dutch national museum will not open to the general public until the local COVID lockdown eases further, possibly in June.

May 18, 2021 12:36 PM

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Mike Corder

Food + Drink

6 Must-Try Food Experiences in Canada

From Atlantic Coast kitchen parties to “Top Chef”–worthy restaurants, here’s how to savor the country’s diverse culinary landscape.

June 5, 2025 12:59 PM

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Renée Morrison

Travel Tales

Rewilding Australia

From its deserts to its reefs, Australia’s unique ecosystems have long been under pressure from human activity. Now some humans are helping nature push back.

April 8, 2020 02:18 PM

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Emma John

Abu Dhabi, UAE, Skyline, Louvre interior

Where to Travel Next

These Will Be Among the Most Popular Destinations in 2025, According to Expedia

The booking giant also predicts that JOMO and set-jetting will continue to inspire travelers.

December 12, 2024 06:37 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Camping

New York’s Island Glamping Retreat Is Upping Its Game This Summer

Collective Retreats is adding new modular structures called “Outlook Shelters,” and they are now available for booking.

June 3, 2019 10:01 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Books

New U.S. Civil Rights Trail Book Highlights “History You Can Touch”

The travel guide, released in January 2021, gives readers a road map to exploring the legacy of the movement.

February 4, 2021 12:35 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

The partnership means improved connectivity to and through the U.K. via Virgin and partner SkyTeam airlines.

Some good news for SkyTeam members seeking better U.K. service and access to some of the coolest airline lounges around.

September 27, 2022 03:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Over-the-top water features will abound on the new <i>Icon of the Seas</i>, including the largest waterpark at sea and no fewer than seven pools.

Cruise News

Is Cruising Officially Back? A New, 7,600-Passenger Ship Says It Is

When “Icon of the Seas”—which will be the world’s largest cruise ship when it launches in 2024—opened for reservations, Royal Caribbean had its single largest booking day in its 53-year history.

October 28, 2022 06:12 PM

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Fran Golden

Four people laugh together at a Saudi Arabian fashion show.

Longreads

Saudi Arabia Is Investing Big in Tourism. What Does Life Look Like for Locals?

Writer Sarah Khan and photographer Tasneem Alsultan chat about the Saudi Arabia they once knew—and the country that’s quickly assuming a new identity on the world stage.

January 18, 2023 11:20 AM

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Sarah Khan

Cities We Love

The Best New Things to Do in Washington, D.C. Right Now

Level up your next visit to the nation’s capital and check out the exciting influx of new hotels, restaurants, bars, and books.

January 5, 2022 12:09 PM

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Lola Méndez

Jue Let, Texas interior; How Do You Like Them Apples cocktail (also from Jue Let)

Food + Drink

From Ghee-Washed Mezcal to Fish Sauce Margaritas, Asian American–Owned Bars Are Changing How America Drinks

Scotch and chrysanthemum tea. Ghee-washed mezcal. Baijiu and mapo tofu. At these Asian American-owned bars, childhood flavors are the inspiration behind inventive cocktails.

May 13, 2026 05:31 AM

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Katie Chang

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