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Air Travel News

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Economy Flight More Comfortable

A long-haul flight in economy can feel less turbulent with some basic accessories and prep work.

March 4, 2025 02:42 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Festivals + Events

One of the Biggest Black Travel Festivals Is Coming to New Jersey

Newark, New Jersey, isn’t exactly known as a tourist hot spot—that’s just fine with Nomadness Fest.

September 8, 2022 01:25 PM

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Sarah Enelow-Snyder

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Epic Trips

The Magical Place Where You Can See Tigers in the Wild—and the Best Ways to Seek Them Out

Experience the unrivaled highs and lows of chasing the jungle’s most elusive cat.

February 12, 2025 03:22 PM

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Sophie Friedman

A man putting a plastic bag of toiletries into a TSA security tray containing a wallet, phone, and belt

Air Travel News

TSA’s 3-1-1 Rule: This Is How Much Liquid You Can Bring Through Airport Security

Here’s what to know about what’s considered a “liquid”, exceptions to the rule, and carrying food through airport security.

May 27, 2026 01:01 PM

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Jessie Beck

A bright yellow Spirit Airlines plane flying through the sky

Air Travel News

Now That Spirit Airlines Has Shut Down, What’s the Future of Affordable Flying?

Despite constantly being mocked, the carrier made air travel accessible to the masses.

May 12, 2026 05:30 PM

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Rachel Chang

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Astrotourism

The Last-Minute Guide to Traveling for April’s Total Solar Eclipse

Haven’t finalized your solar eclipse plans? We’ve got you covered.

March 19, 2024 03:30 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Packing Tips + Gear

9 of the Best Travel Backpacks for Your Next Trip

With load-bearing technology borrowed from the backcountry and styling fit for any city, these travel backpacks are ready for every adventure.

August 12, 2024 08:00 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Holiday Travel

13 Travel Gifts Under $25

Stocking stuffers to check off all the travelers on your list.

November 4, 2024 12:16 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Outdoor Adventure

Hike 115 Miles Around This Spanish Island for Farmhouse Stays, Mediterranean Swims, and Well-Earned Siestas

The Camí de Cavalls is a finca-to-finca walk on the underrated island of Menorca.

March 19, 2026 05:51 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Left: Airplane landing with a golden light of sunset; right: View of Madrid during the sunset

Air Travel News

Want to Fly Business Class to Europe for Less? Try This Airline You’ve Never Heard of

When crossing the pond to Europe, there are a wide range of airline options. But some fly a bit more under the radar, as it were.

January 26, 2026 09:08 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Air Travel News

New Low-Cost Airline “Play” Offers U.S.–Europe Flights From $109

The no-frills Icelandic carrier is entering the U.S. market with bargain basement airfares to 22 European destinations.

December 16, 2021 12:13 PM

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Michelle Baran

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

If You’re Using AI to Plan Your Travel, Beware These 4 Common Mistakes the Bots Keep Making

AI has totally reinvented trip planning—that is, when it’s not leading you astray.

December 23, 2025 02:34 PM

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Craig Stoltz

Tips + News

Splurge vs. Steal: A Tokyo Trip on Two Budgets

Whether you’re on the hunt for an over-the-top escape or an affordable getaway, we’ve got you covered.

March 12, 2020 04:25 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Air Travel News

You Can Still Get a Good Flight Deal This Year—Here’s How

Airfares are on the rise, but between several new low-cost carriers that have recently come on the scene and some insider tips and tricks, there are still deals to be found.

April 8, 2022 09:08 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Videos

We Drove The Extraterrestrial Highway—Here’s What We Found [VIDEO]

UFOs? Aliens? Watch to find out.

December 28, 2023 07:12 PM

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Tiana Attride

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