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For Art Lovers, Sydney Modern Project Is Reason Enough to Visit Australia

A major expansion of the Art Gallery of New South Wales will showcase Aboriginal art while also making use of extraordinary outdoor space.

April 23, 2021 03:23 PM

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Mary Holland

History + Culture

Following in the Footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien in Switzerland’s Mystical Lauterbrunnen Valley

From the Shire to Rivendell to the Misty Mountains, many locations in “The Lord of the Rings” were inspired by real landscapes.

September 16, 2022 01:08 PM

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Melanie Haiken

A boat of tourists floats through the water of New Zealand's Waitomo Glowworm Caves. A guide is standing in the boat pointing to the ceiling where many many small blue lights shine like a starry night, but it's inside the cave

Outdoor Adventure

Bioluminescent Bays, Caves, and Parks: What Causes the Glow and Where to See It

Nature has given us some pretty incredible things—and creatures that glow in the night are at the top of the list. Here’s why bioluminescence happens and where you can travel to see it.

September 7, 2023 04:45 PM

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Nathalie Alonso

Air Travel News

United Adds Flights to Greece, Iceland, and Croatia for the Summer

All three European destinations have opened to international travelers who can present a COVID-19 vaccination certificate or negative test results.

April 19, 2021 07:43 PM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

Travel Credit Card Matchup: Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Amex Gold Card

Comparing the benefits and bonuses of two of the best travel rewards cards available.

October 22, 2020 04:35 PM

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Eric Rosen

Embrace the Slow Life—and Maybe a Few Trees—in Big Sur

Road Trips

California’s One of the Best States for Road Trips—11 Photo-Worthy Drives That Prove It

The coastal Highway 1 route is, of course, on the list, along with many you may have never heard of.

July 17, 2025 09:46 AM

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Jessie Beck

Tour groups gather on a raised walkway to view Göbekli Tepe.

Epic Trips

Traveling 11,000 Years into the Past in Türkiye

One of the world’s greatest archaeological sites still has scientists guessing.

October 24, 2023 02:59 PM

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Jed Heuer

Health + Wellness

9 Love Rituals From Around the World

From using a tree as a mailbox to gathering around a giant pink penis, there’s not much we won’t do for love

January 29, 2018 08:52 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Air Travel News

JetBlue Has Slashed Its Summer Schedule. Will More Summer Flights Be Affected?

A huge surge in demand for travel has airlines struggling to keep up amid ongoing staffing and pilot shortages. Experts weigh in on what that means for your summer travel plans.

May 5, 2022 04:59 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Everything We Know So far About Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park

Mamma mia! If the rumors are true, the upcoming theme park may feature a Super Nintendo World with a real-life Mario Kart ride.

August 1, 2019 07:37 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

If you renew your Global Entry, you’ll need to update your new Known Traveler number in your frequent flier profiles, as well.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Global Entry Renewal: Everything You Need to Know

Global Entry only lasts for five years, so make sure you’re up to speed on the process, costs, and common mistakes when it’s time to renew.

April 12, 2019 02:31 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

A Native Texan’s List of the 8 Best Barbecue Joints in the Lone Star State

Food + Drink

A Texan’s List of the 10 Best Barbecue Joints in the Lone Star State

The tea is sweet and the only salad we got here is potato, honey.

August 29, 2023 07:49 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Art + Culture

Why Travelers Are Paying to Dig in the Ground

After learning more about Ancient Odysseys—which links travelers with excavation sites open to amateurs—one writer heads to New Mexico to pick up a trowel.

April 29, 2022 01:51 PM

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Mark Johanson

Huntington Beach California Pier Surf Waves Visit Huntington Beach

Water Sports

How Huntington Beach Keeps Surf History Alive

Retro ice cream shops, vintage stores, and an iconic surf scene keep Huntington Beach rooted in its coastal past.

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