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Is the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 Still On?

The city hopes to successfully host the games in July after they were postponed for a year due to the pandemic.

December 18, 2020 04:04 PM

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Mari Yamaguchi

Longreads

Women-Only Trips Are Trending. What Does That Mean for the Future?

Single-gender tour groups offer belonging, but it’s not one-size-fits-all.

March 3, 2025 08:54 AM

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Jen Rose Smith

A deluxe room at the Hôtel Brighton in Paris with a gilded portrait and a view of green space.

Hotels

The Best Time to Book a Hotel Room, According to Travel Experts

The early bird doesn’t always get the worm when it comes to booking a hotel room.

January 15, 2025 12:42 AM

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Deb Hopewell

Journeys: Resorts

This Warm-Weather Destination is a Feast for the Senses

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Lufthansa business class seats including one in the lie-flat position with a pillow and blanket atop it

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Bid Your Way Into First or Business Class for Less

More than 50 airlines now let economy passengers bid on premium seats. Here’s how upgrade auctions work, what they cost, and when the strategy is actually worth it.

March 4, 2026 09:42 AM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

When the Going Gets Tough, I Go to Australia

How a country 10,000 miles from home became the place I miss the most when life gets really, ridiculously hard.

May 26, 2020 02:17 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Weekend Getaways

Your Perfect Weekend Getaway in Sonoma Wine Country

From breweries and tasting rooms to hotels and rooftop restaurants, the small Sonoma County town of Healdsburg is experiencing a spate of new and exciting openings.

May 10, 2024 01:48 PM

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Jessie Beck

AFAR Approved

This Is the Best Tripod for Travelers—and It’s 30 Percent off This Black Friday

The sleek model from Peak Design is so compact it will fit neatly into the water bottle sleeve of your backpack. Get it for up to $180 off this Cyber Week.

November 24, 2023 09:12 AM

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Rachel McCord

Restaurants + Cafés

Buffalo’s 10 Essential Eats and Where to Try Them

Chicken wings are a given, but be sure to save room for roast beef sandwiches, pepperoni pizza, cheese-stuffed banana peppers, and more.

June 28, 2019 10:43 AM

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Arthur Bovino

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

Holiday Travel

Holiday Traditions Around the World That Might Surprise You

From eating KFC in Japan to dancing bears in Romania, discover eight surprising holiday and Christmas traditions from around the world.

December 18, 2020 04:03 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Best Travel Plan This Holiday Season: A Backup Plan

Amidst ever-changing COVID regulations and airline hiccups, it might be helpful to have a backup plan for your backup plan this year.

October 20, 2021 01:43 PM

Spring 2024

What a Travel Advisor Really Does and Why You Need One

A good travel advisor can be the key to a memorable trip, handling logistics, access, and on-the-ground support. Here’s how to find and use the best of the best.

May 3, 2024 08:00 AM

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Tim Chester

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Travel Deeper in the Riviera Maya

Immerse yourself in Mexico’s Mayan side by exploring ancient sites beyond Tulum, seeking out adventures in Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, and sampling traditional recipes.

January 22, 2018 03:30 PM

Art + Culture

The Best Travel Shows to Stream Right Now

Enjoy the thrill of the chase in Paris, a Stanley Tucci tour of Italy, and a puppet’s-eye view of global cuisine with these streaming TV shows.

March 9, 2021 10:59 AM

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